Lifetime 65004 - Changing a Flat Tire

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passenger tires.
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Max. Load Dual kg (lb) at kPa (psi) Cold: This information indicates the
maximum load and tire pressure when the tire is used as a dual, that is, when four
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Max. Load Single kg (lb) at kPa (psi) Cold: This information indicates the
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7.4.11 Tire Safety Tips
7.4.11.1 Preventing Tire Damage
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• Do not run over curbs or other foreign objects in the roadway, and try not to
strike the curb when parking.
7.4.11.2 Tire Safety Checklist
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• Inspect tires for uneven wear patterns on the tread, cracks, foreign objects, or
other signs of wear or trauma.
• Remove bits of glass and foreign objects wedged in the tread.
• Make sure your tire valves have valve caps.
• Check tire pressure before going on a long trip.
• Do not overload your vehicle.
7.5 Changing a Flat Tire
7.5.1 If possible, get the Trailer on level ground.
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