Can a Nail Puncture in the Sidewall of a Tire Be Repaired?
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A nail puncture in the sidewall of a tire cannot be repaired and requires replacement. The sidewall is the weakest part of the tire, constructed with two layers of rubber and two layers of cord fabric. To enhance shock absorption, passenger car tires do not include a steel belt layer in the sidewall. Additionally, the sidewall undergoes continuous deformation and recovery during rotation. Forcing a repair could cause the adhesive patch on the sidewall to detach, and using a mushroom plug repair might lead to cord fabric breakage, resulting in bulging. Tires operate under complex and demanding conditions, enduring various deformations, loads, forces, and extreme temperatures while driving. Therefore, they must possess high load-bearing capacity, traction performance, and cushioning properties. At the same time, tires are required to have high wear resistance, flex resistance, and low rolling resistance with minimal heat generation.