Section 04-04: Wheels and Tires
1996 F-150, F-250, F-350, F-Super Duty Chassis Cab, F-Super Duty Motorhome Chassis and Bronco Workshop Manual
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION

Tire Service

 

Punctured tires should be removed from the wheel and permanently serviced from the inside using a combination service plug and vulcanized patch. When servicing a puncture, always follow the manufacturer's instructions for using the service kit.

 WARNING: TIRE SEALANTS THAT ARE INJECTED THROUGH THE VALVE AND CAP ARE NOT TO BE USED TO SERVICE PUNCTURED TIRES AS THEY CAN PRODUCE WHEEL RUST AND CAUSE TIRE IMBALANCE.

Service punctures in the tread area only. Never attempt to service punctures in the tire shoulders or sidewalls. In addition, do not service any tire that has sustained the following damage: