Using the Tire Sealing System

The temporary tire sealing system (TMK¹) can be used to seal a puncture in a tire. Read through all instructions before use.

Overview

Electrical cable

Hose

Air release valve

Protective hose cover

Speed limit sticker

Bottle holder (orange cover)

Air pressure gauge

Sealing compound bottle

Switch

Connection

• The sealing compound bottle (item 8 in the illustration) contains 1) natural rubber latex and 2) ethanediol. These substances are harmful if swallowed.
• The contents of this bottle may cause allergic skin reactions or otherwise be potentially harmful to the respiratory tract, the skin, the central nervous system, and the eyes.

Precautions:

• Keep out of reach of children.
• Do not consume the contents.
• Avoid prolonged or repeated skin contact. Remove any clothing that has come into contact with sealant.
• Wash thoroughly after handling.

First aid:

• Skin: Wash affected skin areas with soap and water. Get medical attention if symptoms occur.
• Eyes: Flush with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical attention if symptoms occur.
• Inhalation: Move the exposed person to fresh air. If irritation persists, get medical attention.
• Ingestion: Do NOT induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical personnel. Get medical attention.
• Disposal: Dispose of this material and its container at a hazardous or special waste collection point.

1. 1
   Preparations

   Turn on the vehicle's hazard warning flashers if the tire sealing system is to be used in an area with traffic.

   If the puncture was caused by a nail or similar object, do not remove it. This will help seal the hole.

2. 2
   Remove the speed limit decal from the compressor. Affix the decal to a clearly visible location on the windshield to remind the driver not to exceed this speed limit. Do not drive faster than 80 km/h while using a tire that has been temporarily repaired with the tire sealing system.
3. 3
   Make sure the switch is in the 0 (Off) position and take out the electric cable and the hose.
4. 4
   Unscrew the orange cover on the compressor and unscrew the cap on the sealing compound bottle.
5. 5
   Screw the bottle onto the bottle holder as far as possible.

   The bottle and the bottle holder are equipped with catches to help prevent the sealing compound from leaking. Once the bottle is screwed into place into the bottle holder, it cannot be unscrewed. The bottle can only be removed by a workshop².

6. 6
   Unscrew the tire's valve cap and screw the hose's valve connector as far as possible onto the valve.

   Be sure the air release valve on the compressor's hose is completely closed.

7. 7
   Starting the Tire Sealing Procedure

   Connect the electrical cable to the nearest 12 V outlet and start the vehicle.

8. 8
   Start the compressor by moving the switch to the I (On) position.

   When the compressor starts, the pressure can increase up to 6 bar (88 psi), but the pressure will decrease after approx. 30 seconds.

9. 9
   Inflate the tire for 7 minutes.
10. 10
    Switch off the compressor and check the inflation pressure using the air pressure gauge. The inflation pressure should be between 1.8 bar (22 psi) and 3.5 bar (51 psi). If the inflation pressure is too high, use the air release valve to release air.
11. 11
    Switch off the compressor and disconnect the electrical cable.
12. 12
    Unscrew the hose from the tire's valve and screw the valve cap back on.

    • After inflating a tire, always replace the valve cap to help prevent valve damage caused by gravel, dirt, etc.
    • Use only plastic valve caps. Metal caps could corrode and become difficult to remove.
13. 13
    Put the protective hose cover onto the hose to help prevent leakage of any residual sealing compound. Return the equipment to the cargo area.
14. 14
    Immediately drive the vehicle at least 3 km (2 miles) at a maximum speed of 80 km/h to allow the sealing compound to seal the tire, and then recheck the inflation pressure.
15. 15
    Checking Inflation Pressure

    Connect the hose to the tire's valve and screw the hose connector onto the valve as far as possible. The compressor must be switched off.

16. 16
    Check the inflation pressure on the air pressure gauge.

    • If the pressure is under 1.3 bar (19 psi), the tire is not sufficiently sealed. The vehicle must not be driven. Call roadside assistance to have the vehicle towed.
    • If the inflation pressure is higher than 1.3 bar (19 psi), the tire must be inflated to the inflation pressure specified on the tire pressure decal on the driver's side door pillar (1 bar = 100 kPa = 14.5 psi). If the inflation pressure is too high, use the air release valve to release air.

Volvo recommends driving to the nearest authorized Volvo workshop to have the tire replaced/repaired. Inform the workshop that the tire contains sealant.

The sealed bottle and hose must be replaced after use. Volvo recommends contacting an authorized Volvo workshop for replacement.

¹ Temporary mobility

² An authorized Volvo workshop is recommended.