20/12/2023 16:51:50
Tire - Front - LH (Remove and Replace)
Correction Code 34021002
- 2023-05-23: Added caution about lubricant drying time.
Warning
Always read and understand
the tire equipment operator’s manual and on-screen instructions before operating the wheel
balancer or tire changer.
Warning
Always make sure to
properly secure the wheel and exercise caution around all moving parts and pinch points,
including the indent rollers. Additionally, secure all loose items such as hair, jewelry,
and clothing, so that they will not catch on moving parts.
Warning
Wear appropriate personal
protective equipment (PPE) including cut-resistant gloves and safety glasses when performing
this procedure.
Warning
The machine must be
operated by no more than one person at a time. Other persons must maintain a safe distance
of at least three feet from equipment while in use.
Warning
Never use equipment that
is defective or not working as expected based on the equipment operator’s manual.
CAUTION
It may take up to 24 hours before the tire lubricant has dried
completely. Do not perform any fast accelerations during this period to avoid tire
slip on the rim.
Note
These instructions are based on the
Hunter GSP9700 wheel balancer. Some steps might be different for other wheel balancers.
Refer to the operator's manual and on-screen instructions for specific information.
1 | Bead press arm |
2 | Upper bead roller |
3 | Mount head |
4 | Lower bead roller |
5 | Center clamp and cone |
Dismount
- Remove the front road wheel (refer to procedure).
- Place the wheel on the tire changer, with the front of the wheel facing up.
- Insert the center clamp.
- Tighten the cone on the center clamp.
- Remove the valve core.
- Position the upper bead roller at the edge of the rim.
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Rotate the tire to loosen the upper bead. Lubricate the bead as the tire
rotates.
CAUTIONThe TPMS sensor is close to the rim. Do not damage the TPMS sensor when loosening the upper bead.
- Position the lower bead roller at the edge of the rim.
- Rotate the tire to loosen the lower bead. Lubricate the bead as the tire rotates.
- Position the mount head at the edge of the rim, then lift the mount head to hook the upper bead.
- Rotate the tire to pull the upper bead above the rim. Lubricate the bead as the tire rotates.
- Use the lower bead roller to lift the tire off of the rim.
Mount
CAUTION
It may take up to 24 hours before the tire lubricant has dried
completely. Do not perform any fast accelerations during this period to avoid
tire slip on the rim.
- Thoroughly lubricate both beads.
- If the tire has "outside", "side facing outwards", or a direction of rotation arrow on the sidewall, ensure that the tire is oriented properly.
- Push the lower bead of the tire over the rim by hand.
- Position the mount head on the upper bead.
- Use the bead press arm to push down on the sidewall.
- Slowly rotate the tire to push the upper bead below the rim.
- Attach the air chuck to the valve stem.
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Use the foot pedal to inflate the tire to approximately 40 PSI (275
kPa).
WarningThe pressure gauge shows accurate pressure when the pedal is released. Repeatedly press and release the pedal to avoid overinflation.WarningDo not exceed the pressure indicated on the tire sidewall.
- Have the valve stem removal tool ready for the next step.
- Remove the air check from the valve stem, then install the valve core.
- Balance the tire (refer to procedure).
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Record the road force on the Repair Order.
NoteIf installing multiple tires, record the road force for each tire on the Repair Order.