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Section 157 (Wheel And Tire System): Tire: Inspection: Notes

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  1. Take stone, glass, nail etc. off the tread groove.
  2. Replace the tire:
CAUTION: When replacing a tire, make sure to use only the same size, construction and load range as originally installed.
  1. When large crack on the side wall, damage or crack on tread is found.
  2. When the "tread wear indicator" appears as a solid band across the tread.
  3. If a crack is found on the tire valve, replace the tire valve.
    Fig 1: Locating Tire Tread Wear Indicator And Tire Tread
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