2026-03-18

Valve Stem - Tire (Model Y Standard) (Remove and Install)

Correction code 34040100001 34040100002 FRT 0.36 NOTE: Unless otherwise explicitly stated in the procedure, the correction code and FRT listed above reflect all of the work required to perform this procedure, including the linked procedures. Do not stack correction codes unless explicitly told to do so. NOTE: See Flat Rate Times to learn more about FRTs and how they are created. NOTE: See Personal Protection to make sure you are wearing proper PPE when performing the procedure below. NOTE: See Ergonomic Precautions for safe and healthy working practices.

  • 2025-11-03: Added steps to manually calibrate tire pressure.
  • 2025-10-06: Released new procedure.

Remove

  1. Remove the LH front wheel. See Wheel Assembly (Remove and Install).
  2. Install the wheel onto the tire machine.
    1. Place the wheel on the tire machine, with the front of the wheel facing up.
    2. Position the center clamp in the wheel.
    3. Position the wheel cone on the center clamp and wheel, and then tighten the cone on the center clamp.
  3. Remove the valve stem cap, remove the valve core, and allow the tire to deflate.
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    Warning
    The tire will rapidly deflate. Wear proper PPE, such as safety glasses and gloves.
  4. Prepare and loosen the upper tire bead.
    1. Position the upper bead roller at the edge of the upper rim.
    2. Rotate the wheel to loosen the upper tire bead while lubricating the bead during rotation.
    3. Break the top tire bead.
    4. Use the upper roller to press the upper bead down until the valve stem becomes accessible.
  5. Remove and discard the rubber valve stem.
    1. Cut the base of the rubber valve stem flush with the underside of the wheel.
    2. Attach the valve stem puller to the valve stem and pull upwards to remove it; discard after removal.
    3. Inspect and clear any debris from the removal process.

Replace

  1. Install a new rubber valve stem.
    1. Remove the cap from the valve stem.
    2. Position the rubber valve stem on the wheel and thread the installation tool onto it until fully engaged.
    3. Pivot the tool over the wheel edge, ensuring the rubber pad contacts the lip.
    4. Push downwards to secure the stem and ensure the stem is fully seated against the inside of the wheel.
    5. Remove the installation tool once secured.
  2. Release the upper roller to allow the top bead to seat properly against the wheel.
  3. Remove the valve stem core, inflate the tire to seat the bead, then reinstall the valve stem core and secure the cap.
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    Note
    Do not exceed the pressure indicated on the tire sidewall and wear PPE.
  4. Remove the wheel from the tire machine.
  5. Install the LH front wheel. See Wheel Assembly (Remove and Install).
  6. Balance the wheel and tire. See Tire - Front - LH (Balance) (Rebalance).