Run-Flat Tires
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Run-flat tires can be handled, fitted and removed using the same principles as used for normal low profile and high-performance tires, with two exceptions:
- They are always fitted with tire pressure sensors
- They have thicker bead cores and more rigid sidewalls which require special care when being mounted on the rims.
It is recommended that the tire fitting machine is fitted with plastic rollers for the upper and lower bead. This will ensure that the bead is removed gently, protecting the rims and the tire pressure sensors.
Adequate amounts of special fitting lubricant must be used to ensure that the sidewalls move with the minimum exertion and locate on the rim flange correctly.
Run-flat tires can be identified by the marking 'RSC' on the tire sidewall.
NOTE:
Vehicles fitted with run-flat tires are not supplied with a spare wheel, vehicle jack or wheel brace.