Should You Pull Out a Nail in the Tire?
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Tire punctured by a nail should not be pulled out. The reasons and handling methods for not recommending pulling out a nail from a tire are as follows: Reasons not to pull out a nail from a tire: Since the tire is in a rolling state while driving, the nail may not be vertically inserted into the tire. If the nail is pulled out without timely repair, the tire may become irreparable. The tire must be removed from the rim and inspected by a professional tire dealer to determine whether it can be repaired. Handling method for a tire punctured by a nail: If the tire is not flat, never pull out the nail, as the nail may help prevent air leakage at this time. You should quickly find a place to repair the tire and have a professional worker remove the nail and patch the tire. Do not drive for a long time.
If I find a nail in my tire, I firmly choose not to pull it out. Having driven for decades, I've encountered this situation several times. I remember once on the highway, a nail punctured my tire. I immediately pulled over to check and found the nail embedded without obvious air leakage. I resisted the urge to pull it out and drove slowly to a nearby repair shop. The mechanic said it was lucky I didn't remove it, as the nail might have temporarily sealed the puncture; pulling it out could have caused rapid air loss or even a blowout, making it more dangerous. They used professional tools to clean and patch the tire, costing only 50 yuan. Had I pulled it out myself, the tire would have been completely ruined, requiring a new one costing over 500 yuan, plus wasting time. So my advice is: leave the nail in place, slow down to a safe location, and let professionals handle it. Regular tire inspections can also reduce such troubles.
