Sidewall - CBU Due To Cut Or Shock

Image:CBU Due To Cut Or Shock

Examples
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Condition of damage

Carcass cords are broken up at shoulder and / or sidewall

Causes
  • 1. Bad distortion or pinching between object and wheel(tire)
  • 2. Hard hit against the object
  • 3. Low inflation pressure
  • 4. Low aspect ratio tire is more likely to get CBU
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Recommendations

Stop to use the damaged tire

  • 1. Drive carefully to avoid obstacles. If the obstacles cannot be avoided, reduce the speed
  • 2. Check tires frequently, and remove foreign materials between the duals
  • 3. Use tires under the recommended air pressure and load