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Inspect Action Maintenance
TireInation Check tire pressure Inatetiretothepressureindicatedonthe
tiresidewall.See“InatingaTireTube”for
moredetail.Ifthetireisatsee“FixingaFlat
Tire” for more detail.
Check the bead is properly seated while
inatingorrettingthetire.
Reduce air pressure in the tube and re-seat
the bead.
Spin wheel and check rotation / alignment
is smooth and even.
Loosen axle nut(s) and adjust until properly
seated. If the Hub Bearings need repair
see Hub Bearings for more detail or bicycle
mechanic for repair.
Bead Seating Check for broken or loose spokes See bicycle mechanic for repair.
Tread Inspectforsignsorexcessivewear,atspots
or cuts and damage.
Replace tire.
Valves Checkthatvalvecapsarettedandfree
of dirt.
Clean dirt from the valve.
Tires
Frequency: Inspect and maintain before each use