Tires With Emergency Running Characteristics: Repairing
WARNING: This page is about a different variant/trim than selected.
WARNING:
- Run-flat tires must be replaced after they have gone flat.
- Read and follow the special mounting instructions. Refer to RUN-FLAT TIRES .
General information
-- The wheel must be inspected before mounting, as with conventional wheel and tire systems.
-- Check the wheel for damage after a flat tire (true running, axial run-out, other damage, refer to DISC WHEEL, CHECKING RADIAL AND LATERAL RUN OUT ) to prevent more serious damage in the future, for example if driving through a pothole.
-- Always replace a damaged wheel.