How to Deal with Stones in Tire Grooves?

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The steps to deal with stones in tire grooves are: 1. Use an unused key or a screwdriver to pry out the stones—needle-nose pliers work very well; 2. Deflating and inflating the tire can cause some stones to fall off naturally; 3. During car washing, use a high-pressure water gun to rinse at close range, and for stubborn stones, use a screwdriver. Some stones are quite sharp and may puncture the outer rubber layer of the tire during high-speed driving. If the inner tube is also punctured, it can lead to air leakage. Although many small stones may not appear sharp and are unlikely to puncture the steel belt layer in the tire body, they can still damage the rubber protecting the steel belts. This exposes the steel belts to air, leading to rust and eventually causing a tire blowout.