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183
Taking Care of the Unexpected
If You Have a Flat Tire
How you handle a flat tire on the trail depends on how serious the tire
damage is, and what tools and supplies you have with you.
If you have a slow leak or a minor puncture, use the plug method to
make a temporary repair. (The plug method is applied from the outside
of the tire and is the same as that for conventional tubeless tires.)
A plug-t
ype repair kit, available at most auto parts stores or service
stations, provides a plug, an installation tool, tire cement, and an
instruction sheet. Follow the instructions provided with the repair kit to
make a temporary repair.
As soon as possible, have the tire permanently repaired by your dealer.
Any tire that cannot be repaired should be replaced.
Whenever the Honda MUV is to be operated fa
r from service facilities
or available transportation, we recommend that you carry a tire pump
and a repair kit with the vehicle.
If the leak is more serious, or a temporary repair doesn't hold, the tire
must be replaced. The tire will also need to be replaced if it is damaged
(page 149). Replacing a tire involves removing and re-installing the
wheel (page 184).
If you are unable to repair a flat t
ire on the trail, you will need to send
for help. We strongly recommend that you do not try to drive with a flat
tire. The Honda MUV will be hard to handle, and if the tire comes off
the rim, it may lock up the wheel and cause you to crash or overturn.
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