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example, by nails or similar objects with less than 0.2 in( 4 mm). However, depending on the type and extent of tire damage, some tires can only be partially sealed or not sealed at all, and this condition may cause a loss of tire pressure. A loss of tire pressure can affect vehicle handling, leading to the loss of vehicle control.
After sealing the flat tire temporarily, change the tires with new ones as soon as possible. We recommend that you have the sealed tire changed by your nearest SUBARU dealer. You may reuse the wheel if the attached sealant is wiped off, but the valve of the wheel must be replaced with a new one. If you reuse the wheel without replacing the valve, air may leak from the valve. For tire replacement, refer to“ Tire Replacement” FP443.
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! Safety precautions when sealing a flat tire s09ac0301
Observe the following rules when sealing a flat tire.
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1 Sealing is possible 2 Sealing is not possible
WARNING
. Do not use the flat tire repair kit in the following cases.
– The tire has already been damaged as a result of being driven in the under inflated condition.
– The tire damage is not located within the visible tread of the tire.
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– The tire damage is on the sidewall of the tire.
– When the tire has been taken off of the wheel.
– The wheel or the tire valve of the flat tire is damaged.
– Two or more tires have been punctured.
– The expiration date of the sealant has passed.
– The tire is punctured by pointed items such as nails of 0.2 in( 4 mm) or larger.
. When inflating the flat tire, if the tire inflation pressure does not reach the green zone of the pressure gauge within 10 minutes, do not continue to seal the tire. We recommend that you contact your SUBARU dealer.
. Drive with caution and avoid making sudden steering or driving maneuvers.
. Do not exceed a maximum speed of 50 mph( 80 km / h).
. Do not exceed a maximum driving distance of 125 miles( 200 km).
. Do not use tire chains on a sealed tire.
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In Case of Emergency
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