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Have your vehicle’s year, make and model, tire size if known, and whether you need new tires, used tires or a repair ready. For a problem tire, describe which one is affected, any pressure loss, visible damage or warning light. Call (937) 772-4100 to discuss availability and when to bring it in. An inquiry is not an appointment.

Sometimes. USTMA guidance limits passenger and light-truck puncture repairs to the tread area and injuries no larger than ¼ inch (6 mm). Location, internal damage, earlier repairs and the tire manufacturer’s restrictions also matter. These criteria do not guarantee a repair: the tire needs an inspection before a decision.

The outside does not show the tire’s full condition. USTMA calls for removing it from the wheel to inspect the interior, including the inner liner. Driving while underinflated can cause hidden damage. A visible puncture alone is not enough to decide that a repair is suitable.

The sidewall and shoulder are outside the puncture-repair area in USTMA guidance. A hole, cut or damage there should not be treated as a routine tread repair. Have the tire assessed and discuss the appropriate next step instead of assuming a plug will solve it.

No. USTMA describes a repair that both fills the puncture and seals the inner liner; an outside plug alone is not a complete repair. The tire must also meet the inspection and repair-location criteria. Ask the shop about the assessment and the work proposed for your tire.

Do not drive on a flat tire to get it to the shop. Even a short distance while severely underinflated can damage a tire internally. Stop in a safe place and arrange an appropriate way to move the vehicle or tire. Arrange help with a roadside-assistance or towing provider if needed, then call the shop about bringing the tire in.

A TPMS warning means a tire may already be significantly underinflated. Check pressures with a gauge and follow the vehicle’s instructions. Look for visible damage. A dashboard warning does not identify the cause or confirm that a tire needs replacing. If the tire is flat or damaged, do not continue driving on it.

Use the vehicle manufacturer’s recommended cold pressure on the tire-information label near the driver’s door or in the owner’s manual. The maximum pressure printed on a tire is not the vehicle’s recommended setting. Check monthly when tires are cold—after the vehicle has been parked for at least three hours.