Q: screw edge of sidewall
i have a screw at the edge of the sidewall. looks more like in the main thread. can i plug it?
Hi there. The general policy on repairing tires with a screw or nail, is that the puncture needs to be contained within the tread of the tire, up to 1/2" from the sidewall. Due to this fact, when there is a screw in the sidewall or outer edge of the tire tread, it can’t be repaired. If you purchased tires for your car from a tire replacement company, you might want to contact them first to determine if you have a road hazard replacement policy on your tires; as a screw in the tire would be considered a road hazard with most tire centers.
The statements expressed above are only for informational purposes and should be independently verified. Please see our
terms of service
for more details
Get an instant quote for your car
Our certified mechanics come to you ・Backed by 12-month, 12,000-mile guarantee・Fair and transparent pricing
What others are asking
Car continually clicks, but doesn't start.
The battery is most likely too week and the jumping gauges are normal for this problem. I would recommend having a mechanic, like the certified ones at YourMechanic, come and check it out the battery and charging system for you...
Grinding on back right of car when breaking
sent to CS Without knowing the year, make, or model of your vehicle, I can tell you that the symptoms you are experiencing are typical of a vehicle with extremely low brake friction material. I hope the technician explained to...
Cruising steadily, loss of acceleration, and engine cutting out
Hi there. One of the most common issues with early 90's diesel engines (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/how-does-a-diesel-engine-work-by-jason-unrau) are the fuel injection pump's o-ring (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/fuel-injector-o-rings-replacement) can dry out or crack overtime causing fuel pressure and delivery issues. Although it's possible to rebuild the fuel...
What is the best way to replace the catalytic converter?
The y pipe for the catalytic converters connects to the exhaust manifolds near the rear of the engine. There's a transmission crossmember that needs to come out and a couple of brackets, but swivel sockets help out a lot in...
Car damaged by garage
I can comment on the need for the ecu, without knowing if they in fact damaged it or not. I can say that it is possible to damage any vehicle electronics when working on or near any power source such...
The vehicle lunges in gear
This may be related to a faulty throttle position sensor or potentially a dirty or failing mass air flow sensor (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/mass-airflow-sensor-replacement). The mass air flow sensor is a unit in the intake system that monitors air intake as it is...
what would I expect to pay for a replacement ignition switch for a 2004 Chevy Venture?
Hi Heidi. In order to provide you with an accurate estimate for this service (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/how-to-replace-an-ignition-lock-cylinder-by-timothy-charlet), we need to get some additional information from you. However, if you're having ignition issues, it's probably a good idea to first have one of...
Rough idle and Misfire
Engine misfires can be caused by many different problems and are generally caused by either a spark or fuel issue or in some cases, a combination of both. Spark related problems generally will result from things like ignition coils, crankshaft...
The vacuum line on a 4L60 transmission runs to what
Hello, the 4L60 does not have a vacuum hose, it uses a throttle cable that connects to the throttle body .The 4L60 also needs a torque convertor clutch electrical signal. A turbo 350 uses a vacuum hose.
Related articles
How to Buy a Good Quality Accelerator Pump
Nestled Nestled down in the carburetor’s fuel bowl is a little pump that provides extra sprays of needed fuel in situations like starting the car or passing on the highway. Fuel-injected vehicles do not need this pump; it is only...
How to Buy a Personalized License Plate in Louisiana
Ordering Ordering a new license plate in Louisiana is fairly simple but if you’d like to order a personalized license plate, then you need to complete a specific process required by the Louisiana Office of Motor Vehicles. There are several...
P2788 OBD-II Trouble Code: Auto Shift Manual Adaptive Learning at Limit
P2788 means an issue with the adaptive learning system of the transmission which causes stalling at idle, harsh shifting and transmission overheating.
Browse other content
Cities
Maintenance