Tyre removal

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Adjust the mounting head as for mounting. See Figure .
Press off tyres on both sides. Coat tyre and the rim flange with mounting paste.
Lift the first side of the tyre over the mounting head. Place a rag or piece of leather between the wheel and mounting lever. Furthermore, make sure that the tyre is held in the deep bed with respect to the removal head . Use special tool 9539 for this purpose.

Fig 1: Lifting First Side Of Tyre Over Mounting Head
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Fig 2: Ensuring Tyre Held In Deep Bed With Respect To Removal Head
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Remove the second side of the tyre following the usual procedure.