How To Fix Puncture Of Car Tire

When you are getting ready to go somewhere and discover a flat tire, will definitely create frustration. If you are a person who is aware of the way to fix the problem then you can handle the situation comfortably but if you are someone who is not aware to fix puncture of car tire then this article is meant for you as today we will be guiding you the way to fix puncture of car tire.

Steps to fix puncture of car tire

First of all, you need to find the exact location of the puncture on the wheel of your vehicle and it would be awesome if you could pull the vehicle to a safe side especially away from traffic.

It is worth mentioning that you must have the necessary tools to start the procedure and the list of the tools are below.

• Spare tire
• Jack
• Lug wrench
• Tire pressure gauge
• Tire repair kit (optional, for temporary fixes)
• Remove the Flat Tire

Using the lug wrench, slightly loosen the lug nuts on the flat tire. Then, place the jack under the car according to your vehicle’s manual and raise the car off the ground. Once the car is high enough, fully remove the lug nuts and take off the flat tire.

Now you need to find the puncture by looking for various objects including nails, screws, or other sharp objects lodged in the tread. If the puncture is on the sidewall or the tire is severely damaged, it might not be repairable, and you may need to replace. Having said that, if the puncture is small and located in the tread area, you can use a tire repair kit. These kits typically include a tire plug and a reamer. You need to plug your kit and trim off the excess as well as inflate the tire to the recommended pressure using a tire pressure gauge.

If you cannot able to repair then you need to install the spare tire. Align the spare tire with the wheel bolts, hand-tighten the lug nuts, and then use the lug wrench to secure them further. After that, you need to lower the car using the jack and remove it from under the vehicle. Now, using the lug wrench, firmly tighten the lug nuts in a crisscross pattern. This ensures even pressure on the tire. It is recommended to check the pressure of the wheel before you start driving.

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