How to Replace a Tubeless Tire Valve?
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Tubeless tire valve replacement method: Insert the valve from inside the rim, with the small end passing through from the inside, use pliers to pull it, there is a circular groove at the back, so the base will snap onto the rim's circle. To install the valve, it is not necessary to remove the tire. You can deflate the tire, press down on the tire at the valve installation position to expose the valve base, cut off the original valve base, pull out the valve, and then replace it. A tubeless tire is a tire without an inner tube. This type of tire has an additional rubber sealing layer about 2 to 3 millimeters thick on the inner wall, using the tire's inner wall and the airtight layer of the bead to ensure good airtightness between the tire and the rim. The outer tire serves the function of the inner tube. After inflating the tire, the bead tightly combines with the rim, effectively preventing air leakage.
I recently replaced the valve stem on my motorcycle. The operation isn't actually difficult but requires attention to safety - you must first fully deflate the tire. I typically use a valve core removal tool to unscrew the old valve core counterclockwise, then use a wrench to grip the bottom hex nut and slowly twist it out. When installing the new valve stem, pay special attention to aligning the rubber base with the rim hole, ensuring the rubber sleeve completely conforms to the rim when pulling it through from the inside. After installation, tighten the bottom nut with a socket wrench, but don't over-torque to avoid crushing the rubber seal. Finally, reinstall the valve core, inflate for testing, and apply soapy water around the connection to check for leaking air bubbles. The whole process takes about twenty minutes - just remember to choose a replacement stem with matching dimensions.
Last time during camping, I found the tire was leaking due to a cracked and aged valve stem. The replacement steps are quite simple: First, completely release the tire pressure! Then press the pin in the center of the valve stem to release any remaining air. Use a specialized pliers to grip the metal base of the valve stem and rotate counterclockwise to remove it. Before installing the new valve stem, applying some tire wax on the rubber seal makes it easier to insert. Push it through from the inside of the rim until you hear a click, indicating the seal is properly seated. Finally, use a socket wrench to tighten the fixing nut until you feel resistance—over-tightening can actually cause leaks. Don’t forget to put the dust cap back on after inflating. A rubber valve stem replacement at a roadside auto repair shop usually costs just 20 yuan.
