Tires With Emergency Running Characteristics: Repairing
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WARNING:
- Run-flat tires must be replaced after they have gone flat.
- Read and follow the special mounting instructions. Refer to General Information
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) to prevent more serious damage in the future, for example if driving through a pothole. Refer to DISC WHEEL, CHECKING RADIAL AND LATERAL RUN-OUT
-- Always replace a damaged wheel.