{"id":9966,"date":"2024-09-21T11:38:49","date_gmt":"2024-09-21T08:38:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.magaripoa.com\/?p=9966"},"modified":"2024-09-21T11:38:49","modified_gmt":"2024-09-21T08:38:49","slug":"causes-of-flat-tyre-and-how-to-prevent-them","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.magaripoa.com\/gari\/causes-of-flat-tyre-and-how-to-prevent-them\/","title":{"rendered":"Causes of Flat Tyre and How to Prevent Them"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Some drivers, if not all, have experienced having a flat tire at least once in their life. It can cause a lot of hassle, especially when you\u2019re in a hurry to get somewhere.<\/span><\/p>\n

But, flat tires aren\u2019t just annoying. They can also be dangerous.<\/span><\/p>\n

Do you know what causes your\u00a0tires\u00a0to go flat? And, what can you do to prevent having flat tires in the future?<\/span><\/p>\n

Continue reading to know the 5 most common flat tire causes. We even added some tips on how you can avoid each situation.<\/span><\/p>\n

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What Causes a Flat Tire<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n

Flat tires are caused both by things you can control and those you can\u2019t. Let\u2019s take a look at the most common flat tire causes more closely:<\/span><\/p>\n

Sharp and pointed objects<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n

These are the most common reason for having a flat tire. Sharp objects on the road like a screw, a piece of glass, or a nail can easily puncture your tire.<\/span><\/p>\n

This can be avoided by driving around debris in the road if possible. Watch out for debris or any garbage on the ground if ever you\u2019re driving in a parking lot.<\/span><\/p>\n

Drive carefully when you\u2019re in a bad road or are near a construction site.<\/span><\/p>\n

Poorly-maintained roads<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n

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Uneven roads or potholes increase the chances of getting a flat tire. Aside from your tires, these can also damage your undercarriage and axles.<\/span><\/p>\n

Avoid this situation by being extra careful when driving through bad roads. Make sure to reduce your driving speed to leave some space between your car and the car in front of you.<\/span><\/p>\n

Doing this gives you more reaction time and to manoeuvre if you have to.<\/span><\/p>\n

Normal wear and tear<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n

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This is something you can\u2019t control. Everyday driving will slowly wear down the tread of your tires which gives them a higher chance of getting flat.<\/span><\/p>\n

You can minimize this by not starting and stopping abruptly. Having your wheels regularly aligned, maintaining their recommended pressure, and\u00a0having them regularly rotated<\/a>\u00a0can also help.<\/span><\/p>\n

Leaking valve stem<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n

If there are no signs of a puncture in your tire, there might be some leakage in the valve stem. A damaged valve stem is one of the causes why tires get flat.<\/span><\/p>\n

What you can do is go to a car maintenance shop and let them check your car\u2019s valve stem. They can have it replaced for you if it has become dirty or too old.<\/span><\/p>\n

A wrong tire pressure level<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n

Having the right tire pressure is important for a safe ride. If it is incorrect, it can lead to internal tire damage which can lead to serious road injury.<\/span><\/p>\n

That\u2019s why it\u2019s important to have your tire pressure checked every month. You can do it yourself with a tire pressure gauge or have your mechanic do it for you.<\/span><\/p>\n

Changing a Flat Tire<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n

Why wait for road rescue when you can change a flat tire yourself? Change your flat tires with these simple steps:<\/span><\/p>\n

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  1. Park your car in a level surface\u00a0<\/strong>\u2013 This is to prevent it from rolling. If you\u2019re in the road, park away from traffic as much as possible and turn on your hazard lights.<\/span><\/li>\n
  2. Put your car in \u201cbrake\u201d and place it into \u201cpark\u201d position\u00a0<\/strong>\u2013 For manual transmission cars, put it in reverse or in first gear.<\/span><\/li>\n
  3. Look for a heavy object\u00a0<\/strong>\u2013 This could be concrete or a rock. Place it in front and at the back of the wheel, you\u2019ll change.<\/span><\/li>\n
  4. Grab the jack and the spare tire<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 Position the jack under the frame of the tire to be replaced. Make sure it\u2019s in contact with your car frame\u2019s metal portion.<\/span><\/li>\n
  5. Pump the jack until it supports (not lifts) your vehicle\u00a0<\/strong>\u2013 It must be firmly placed below your car. You know you\u2019re ready to take out the tire when you see a light between the tire and the ground.<\/span><\/li>\n
  6. Turn the wrench counterclockwise to remove the hubcap and loosen the nuts\u00a0<\/strong>\u2013 There\u2019s a wrench that comes with your car when you first bought it\u2014that\u2019s the one you use. But, make sure to only break the resistance and don\u2019t take the nuts off completely.Since the wheel is still close to the ground while loosening the nuts, you\u2019ll be sure it\u2019s the nuts you\u2019re turning and not the wheel itself.<\/span><\/li>\n
  7. Pump the jack even more until the wheel is off the ground\u00a0<\/strong>\u2013 Make sure it\u2019s high enough so you can take the flat tire out and replace it with the spare.<\/span><\/li>\n
  8. Completely remove the nuts \u2013\u00a0<\/strong>Turn the nuts counterclockwise until you can completely take them off.<\/span><\/li>\n
  9. Remove the flat tire<\/strong>\"\"<\/span>However, it may stick because of rust.<\/span>\n

    When this happens, grab a rubber mallet and hit the inside half of the tire. You can even hit the outside half using the spare tire to loosen it.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Also, put the flat tire under your car. So when the jack fails, the flat tire will catch your vehicle to hopefully prevent any injury.<\/span><\/li>\n

  10. Put the spare tire on the hub\u00a0<\/strong>\u2013 Make sure to align it with the wheel bolts. You can put on the lug nuts once aligned.<\/span><\/li>\n
  11. Tighten the nuts using your hand \u2013\u00a0<\/strong>Use a clockwise direction. Then with the wrench, use a star pattern (one nut across the other) to tighten the nuts as much as you can.Don\u2019t tighten them completely in one go. Go in a star pattern and give each one a full turn until they\u2019re all equally tight.<\/span><\/li>\n
  12. Lower the jack without totally releasing your car \u2013\u00a0<\/strong>Once your car is lowered, tighten the nuts one last time.<\/span><\/li>\n
  13. Bring your car completely to the ground and finish by removing the jack \u2013\u00a0<\/strong>Make final adjustments to the nuts and put the hubcap back. Return all your tools and the flat tire to the trunk and go to a mechanic to have your flat tire replaced.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    Summary<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n

    Having a flat tire is almost inevitable when you\u2019re a driver. Hopefully, we have taught you tricks to prevent flat tires or at least minimize the risk of it happening.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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