Should the tire be replaced if punctured by a nail?
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Tire punctured by a nail: repair or replace depends on the location and depth of the puncture. Here are the details: Nail punctures on the tire sidewall must be replaced: The tire sidewall is the most vulnerable part of the tire. If a nail punctures the sidewall, the overall toughness and safety performance of the tire will be greatly reduced. Therefore, the tire should be directly replaced if the sidewall is punctured by a nail. Damage exceeding 6mm must be replaced: No matter where the nail punctures the tire, as long as the damaged area exceeds 6mm, even if repaired, it is prone to secondary air leakage and the risk of a blowout, posing a significant safety hazard. Therefore, it is recommended to directly replace the tire.