Flat tire: what to do first
Stay calm, get safe, then decide the next step.
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Flat tire: what to do first
Stay calm, get safe, then decide the next step.
What you can expect
Clear service boundaries, practical help and a simple next step.
Safety before the tire
If you suspect a flat tire, reduce speed carefully, avoid sudden steering and stop in a safe place.
Do not keep driving on a flat tire
Driving on a flat or severely underinflated tire can destroy the tire and may damage the wheel.
Repair or replacement?
Whether a tire can be repaired depends on the location and type of damage, the tire condition and safety rules.
Safety before the tire
If you suspect a flat tire, reduce speed carefully, avoid sudden steering and stop in a safe place. Put on the warning vest where required, secure the vehicle and do not stand in dangerous traffic areas. The tire can wait; people cannot.
Do not keep driving on a flat tire
Driving on a flat or severely underinflated tire can destroy the tire and may damage the wheel. If you are not sure whether the tire is safe, call for help and describe what you see: pressure loss, visible cut, warning light or vibration.
Repair or replacement?
Whether a tire can be repaired depends on the location and type of damage, the tire condition and safety rules. First the tire needs to be checked. If the damage is unsafe or unsuitable for repair, replacement is the responsible recommendation.
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