However, if the tire is repairable, then a patch-plug can be utilized.
If any one of the above requirements are not met, then the tire cannot be repaired safely. There is no sidewall damage as a result of the tire being driven while flat. The tire does not have another repaired area overlapping the new area to be repaired. The angle of the puncture is at least 45 degrees or more. The tire puncture is ¼ inch in diameter or less. The puncture is within the tread area* of the tire – sidewall punctures are NOT repairable. What are the basics regarding safe tire repair?Ī tire inspection is necessary in order to assess whether or not your damaged tire can be repaired. Rest assured that ArborMotion is one of the few shops that adhere strictly to these standards and perform safe tire repairs according to RMA guidelines. Unfortunately, this unnerving statistic is the result of shops and dealerships not adhering to the latest industry guidelines when it comes to tire repair. An improperly repaired tire is a serious safety hazard for everyone on the road, and according to the Rubber Manufacturers Association (RMA), approximately 88% of all tire repairs are done incorrectly. If you need to find the right new tire for your vehicle, use the Find a Tire tool in the top menu.When you have a damaged tire, it is best to avoid shops and dealerships that offer a “quick fix” solution. Insist on a full inspection and have your dealer patch and fill the repair on the inside of the tire. A plug is simply inserted into the punctured area, making it unreliable. Plug repairs don’t involve taking the tire off the wheel for a proper inspection. The proper way to have a tire repaired is to patch the tire from the inside and fill the puncture hole. 
If you decide to go the repair route, make sure you do it right.
If your tire is flat, we can help teach you how to change a tire.
The damage is only on the tread section of your tire (sidewall damage ruins a tire immediately) and/orįor help on how to inspect your tire, click here.The tire has not been driven on when flat.If your tire becomes damaged, it may be repaired if it meets the following criteria: But repairing a tire isn’t always an option. Repairing a damaged tire is certainly less expensive and less hassle than buying a brand new one.
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