Proper Tire Repair
Recently,
several high-profile lawsuits have brought the topic of tire repair to the public’s attention. In the past, the seemingly mundane task of tire
repair was typically handed off to the C-level tech. Today, with the added risk
of liability, proper tire repair requires proper tooling and training. Here are
just a few tips for a successful tire repair.
- Always dismount the tire prior to attempting a repair – driving even a short distance on an under inflated tire can cause significant damage that may not be visible externally.
- Never attempt to repair a puncture outside the designated repair area – if there is any question of damage to the shoulder or sidewall, the tire must be discarded.
- A plug or a patch alone does not constitute a proper repair – The puncture must be completely filled with a suitable rubber stem and a patch must be applied to the inner liner to prevent air loss.
- There is no such thing as a “temporary” repair – there is a legal liability to perform the repair correctly.
- For speed rated tires, the tire manufacturer must be contacted for its individual repair policy – some manufacturers will void the tire speed rating if the tire has been repaired.
Brought to
you by CARQUEST Technical Institute
No comments:
Post a Comment