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Land Rover Discovery: Tyre repair kit safety information

Land Rover Discovery (2009–2016) Owner's Manual / Tyre repair kit / Tyre repair kit safety information

  • Some tyre damage may only be partially sealed, or may not seal at all, depending on the amount and type of damage. Any loss of tyre pressure can seriously affect vehicle safety.
  • Do not use the tyre repair kit if the tyre has been damaged by driving while under-inflated.

Tyre repair kit safety information

  1. Tyre tread area.
  • Only use the tyre repair kit to seal damage located within the tyre tread area (A).
  • Do not use the tyre repair kit to seal damage to the tyre's sidewall.
  • Do not exceed 80 km/h (50 mph) when a repaired tyre is fitted to the vehicle.
  • The maximum distance that should be driven when a repaired tyre is fitted, is 200 km.
  • When a repaired tyre is fitted, drive with caution and avoid sudden braking or steering manoeuvres.
  • Only use the tyre repair kit for the vehicle with which it was supplied.
  • Do not use the tyre repair kit for any other purpose than tyre repair.
  • Never leave the tyre repair kit unattended, when in use.

    Only use the tyre repair kit within the -30ºC to +70ºC temperature range.

  • Always keep children and animals at a safe distance from the tyre repair kit, when in use.
  • Do not stand directly beside the compressor when it is operating.

    Check the tyre's sidewall before inflation. If any cracks, damage, or deformities are apparent, do not inflate the tyre.

  • Watch the tyre's sidewall during inflation. If any cracks, bumps or similar damage, or deformities appear, switch off the compressor and deflate the tyre. Do not continue to use the tyre.

USING THE TYRE REPAIR KIT

Avoid skin contact with the sealant, which contains natural rubber latex.

  • Before attempting a tyre repair, make sure the vehicle is parked safely, as far away from passing traffic as possible.
  • Make sure that the Electric Parking Brake (EPB) is applied and Park (P) is engaged.
  • Do not attempt to remove foreign objects, such as nails, screws, etc., from the tyre.
  • Always run the engine when using the compressor, unless the vehicle is in an enclosed or poorly ventilated space, as this may cause asphyxiation.
  • To prevent overheating, do not operate the compressor continuously for longer than 10 minutes.

Note: All vehicle drivers and occupants should be made aware that a temporary repair has been made to a tyre fitted to the vehicle. They should also be made aware of the special driving conditions imposed when using a repaired tyre.

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