FAQ for Alloy Wheels Repair
Q: How do you clean the puncture mark?
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You clean the puncture site by using a hand reamer and reaming the puncture to be able to fill the hole.
By OmarGM Specialist
10/11/2021 Q: How do you properly clean a tire?
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You properly clean a tire with a liner cleaner, cloth, and a scraper to remove dirt and debris.
By BobGM Specialist
10/11/2021 Q: How can a leaking wheel be fixed?
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Aleaking wheel will require the wheel and tire to be removed from the vehicle. You will need to locate the leaking area and look to see if the wheel is bent or if it's a bad tire. If you determine the leak is coming from the wheel area, you will need to dismount the tire from the wheel. The rim will need to be scuffed so that the affected area is fixed. Apply tire silicone or sealant to the wheel where the affected area was repaired and mount the wheel back on the tire.
By OmarGM Specialist
09/11/2021 Q: How do I avoid system malfunctions?
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To avoid system malfunctions, it is necessary to install tire pressure sensors on the accessory wheels. After the wheels are installed on the vehicle, it is necessary to learn the new sensor identification codes/locations in the remote control door lock receiver (RCDLR).
By BobGM Specialist
09/11/2021 Q: What are some areas that should be checked before getting a wheel balanced?
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Before getting a wheel balanced it is important to check for missing balance weights, bent rims, tire wear, bead seating, stones in the tire tread, and tire irregularities.
By BobGM Specialist
09/11/2021 Q: What are the three main steps of tire puncture repair?
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The three basic steps are removing and inspecting the tire, filling the puncture, and sealing the inner liner to prevent air loss.
By BobGM Specialist
09/11/2021 Q: What benefits does using nitrogen gas on vehicles have?
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It helps with the reduction in the loss of tire pressure, in the variance of tire pressures with temperature changes, and long-term rubber degradations decrease due to oxygen concentrations.
By OmarGM Specialist
09/11/2021 Q: What happens after filling and repairing the puncture?
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After repairing the puncture, you will need to buff the area so you can add cement. Then, put the tire back on the wheel and use a tire safety cage to ensure the tire has been repaired properly and no air is escaping.
By OmarGM Specialist
08/11/2021 Q: What happens if I use incorrect wheel nuts?
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Incorrect wheel nuts or improperly tightened wheel nuts may cause the wheel to become loose and even come off. This could lead to an accident. Be sure to use the correct wheel nuts.
By OmarGM Specialist
08/11/2021 Q: What do you look for when inspecting the inside of the tire?
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You are looking for any damage that has penetrated the inside allowing air to escape.
By BobGM Specialist
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