Removal Procedure
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- Raise and support the vehicle. Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle
- Remove the tire and wheel assembly. Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation
- Remove the valve core and release the air pressure.
- Deflate the tire completely.
- Use the tire changing machine to remove the tire from the wheel following the manufacturer specific directions for the tire changing machine being used.
- When separating the tire bead from the wheel, do not allow the bead breaker to contact the valve stem/TPM sensor as they will be damaged.
- Position the tire machine removal head to the outer tire bead so as it will operate without contacting the valve stem/TPM sensor.
- Using the tire changing machine, remove the outer tire bead from the wheel.
- Position the tire machine removal head to the outer tire bead so as it will operate without contacting the valve stem/TPM sensor.
- Using the tire changing machine, remove the inner tire bead from the wheel and remove the tire.
- If a tire sealant product was used/found within the tire, and the tire is repairable, use a mild dish soap, clean water and shop cloths to remove the sealant residue.
- If a confirmed GM approved tire sealant product has been used/found within the tire, use a mild dish soap, clean water and shop cloths to remove the sealant residue from the tire pressure indicator sensor.
- If a tire sealant product was used/found within the tire, and it cannot be confirmed that a GM approved product was used, replace the tire pressure indicator sensor. Tire Pressure Indicator Sensor Replacement (Snap In Style) , or Tire Pressure Indicator Sensor Replacement (Clamp In Style)
- Use medium coarseness steel wool to remove any rubber or corrosion from the wheel bead seats.
- Inspect the tire and wheel for any damage, replace as necessary.
NOTE:
Rim-clamp touchless tire changers are recommended.
CAUTION:
Failure to position valve stem in proper position while dismounting and mounting the tire may result in the TPM sensor to become damaged.
NOTE:
Refer to information on the tire sealant Material Safety Data Sheet and follow guidelines for handling and disposal.