Michelin Demo

Truck Tire Service Manual

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5. Do not use any kind of hammer. Severe inner liner damage may occur resulting in sidewall separation and tire destruction. Use only proper mounting levers; DO NOT USE A DUCK BILL HAMMER. 6. The MICHELIN X One tire is designed to replace ® ® dual tires on the drive and trailer positions of tandem over the road vehicles, and the tires must be mounted on 22.5 x 14.00" size wheels. Position the tire and wheel assembly so the valve stem is facing outward, away from the vehicle. Do not use a duck bill hammer to break the bead at demount. Do not use a duck bill hammer to seat either bead at mounting. Severe inner liner damage from use of hammer. Only use a duck bill hammer as a wedge with a rubber rim mallet. Resulting in sidewall separation and tire destruction from air infiltration. 26 Section Two: Mounting the Tire

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