Wheel / tire / air valve inspection and cleaning

Refer to “tire removal and installation” .

Wipe the wheel clean and check for the following points:

• distortion and crack
• any flaws and scratches at the bead seating area.
• Wheel rim runout. Refer to “front wheel related parts inspection” and “rear wheel related parts inspection” .

Tire must be checked for the following points:

• nick and rupture on side wall
• tire tread depth (refer to “tire inspection” in section 0b .)
• Tread separation
• abnormal, uneven wear on tread
• surface damage on bead
• localized tread wear due to skidding (flat spot)
• abnormal condition of inner liner

Inspect the air valve for peeling and damage. If any defect is found, replace the air valve with a new one.

Refer to “air valve removal and installation” (page 2d- 16).

Inspect the valve core seal (1) for wear and damage. If any defect is found, replace the valve core with a new one. Refer to “air valve removal and installation” .

Seal