Michelin Demo
Truck Tire Service Manual
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Introduction
Table of Contents
SECTION ONE - Tire Selection
Which MICHELIN Tire?
Proper Application of Urban "U" Tires
Truck Tire Application
Determining MICHELIN Tire Size
Tread Design
Definitions
DOT Markings
Loads Per Axle and Inflation Pressures
Rims and Wheels
Maximum Speed Restrictions
Static and Low Speed Load and Pressure Coeficients
TRA ( The Tire and Rim Association, Inc.) Standards
Load/Inflation Table for MICHELIN 315/80R22.5 LRL
Technical Specifications for MICHELIN 455/55R22.5 LRM on 13.00x22.5 Wheels Steer Axle, First Life Only
Truck Type By Weight Class
Class 1-8
Trailer
MICHELIN X One Tires
SECTION TWO - Mounting the Tire
Warnings
Zipper Ruptures
Tire Inspection
General Instructions for Tubeless Tire Mounting/Demounting
Tubeless Tire Mounting/Demounting Using a Mounting Machine
Directional Tires
Selection of Proper Components and Materials
Tire and Rim Lubrication
Preparation of Wheels, Rims, and Tires
Tubeless Tire Mounting/Demounting
Mounting Tubeless
19.5" Aluminum Wheels
19.5" Steel Wheels
Inflation of Tubeless Tires
Demounting of Tubeless Tires
Mounting the Assembly on the Vehicle
Dual Spacing
Technical Considerations for Fitting Tires
Measuring Tires in Dual Assembly
Tire Mixing
Runout
SECTION THREE - Extending Tire Life
Maintaining the Tire
Inflation Pressure
Underinflation
Overinflation
Proper Inflation
Nitrogen
Sealants
Tire Inspection
Central Tire Inflation Systems
Drive Carefully
Tread Depth Measurements
Wear Bars
Do Not Overload
Drive at Proper Speeds
Balance and Runout
Storage
Flood Damage
Chains
Recommendation for Use of Dynamometers
Spinning
Rotation
Siping
Branding
Maintaining the Vehicle
Major Factors That Affect Tire Life
Alignment
Steer Axle Geometry
Toe
Tandem Axle Parallelism (Skew - Thrust)
Thrust Angle (Tracking)
Camber
Caster
Steer Axle Setback (Steer Axle Skew)
Toe-Out-On-Turns (Turning Radius)
TMC Recommended Alignment Targets
Periodic Alignment Checks
Alignment Equipment
Field Check Techniques
Axle Parallelism and Tracking
Tire Wear Patterns Due to Misalignment
Toe Wear
Free Rolling Wear
Camber Wear
Cupping Wear
Flat Spotting Wear
Diagonal Wear
Braking Systems And Issues
Summary Of Tire Issues Due To Brakes
Brake Heat Overview
Fifth Wheel Maintenance and Placement
Suspensions
Air Suspension Systems
Quick Checks For Trailer System Faults
Quick Checks For Front Suspension Faults
Quick Checks For Rear Suspension Faults
SECTION FOUR - MICHELIN X One Tires
MICHELIN X One Tires
MICHELIN X One Tire Air Pressure Maintenance Practices
Comparative MICHELIN X One Tire Sizes
Wheels
Axle Track Width
Vehicle Track
MICHELIN X One Mounting Instructions
MICHELIN X One Retread and Repair
Repair Recommendations
Retread Recommendations
Chains
Gear Ratio
Footprint Comparisons to Dual Tire Fitments
SECTION FIVE - MICHELIN RV Tires
General Information About MICHELIN RV Tires
Service Life for RV/Motorhome Tires
The Importance Of Tire Pressure
Air Pressure Requirements
When To Check The RV Tire Air Pressure
Determining the RV's Correct Weight
How to Weigh the Recreational Vehicle
How to Weigh the RV
Three Types Of Scales
Weighing the Single Axle Recreational Vehicle
Weighing the Tandem Axle Recreational Vehicle
The Effect Of Towed Vehicles And Trailers
How to Use the Actual RV Weight Information With the Tire Data Load Chart
Using Blocks to Level Motorhomes And RVs Equipped With Radial Tires
Maintaining MICHELIN RV Tires
Aging, Weather Checking, and Ozone Cracking
Long Term Storage and RV Tires
Proper Cleaning of the RV's Tires
Tire Repair
Tire Inspection
Common Tire Damages
Underinflation
Fatigue Rupture
Dual Kissing
Tire Wear, Balance, and Wheel Alignment
Toe Wear
Camber Wear
Tire Rotation
Vibration Diagnosis
Vibration Complaint
Selecting Replacement Tires for the RV
SECTION SIX - Repairs and Retread
Repairs
Two-Piece Radial Truck Nail Hole Repair Method Instructions
MICHELIN X One Tires Nail Hole Repair Method Instructions
Blue Identification Triangle
Retread
SECTION SEVEN - Diagonal (Bias or Cross) Ply and Tube-Type
The Diagonal (Bias or Cross) Ply
Definitions
Tube-Type Tire
Truck Tire Size Markings
Repair and Retread
Static and Low Speed Load and Pressure Coefficients
TRA (The Tire and Rim Association, Inc.) Standards
General Instructions For Tube-Type Tire Demounting/Mounting
Selection of Proper Components and Materials
Tire and Rim Lubrication
Preparation of Wheels, Rims, and Tires
Demounting Tube-Type Tires
Mounting Tube-Type Tires
Mounting Tube-Type Tires Using Manual Spreaders
Mounting Tube-Type Tires Using Automatic Spreaders
Inflation of Tube-Type Tires
SECTION EIGHT - Tire Damage
Effect and Cause
Run-Flat
Air Infiltration
Pinch Shock
Minimum Dual Spacing
Impact Damage
Fatigue Related Damage
Bead Damage
Additional Causes: Repairs and Retreading Conditions
Scrap Inspection Form
SECTION NINE - Appendix
General Information
Units of Measurement
Pressure Unit Conversion Table
Load Range/Ply Rating
Approximate Weight of Materials
Load Index
Conversion Table (Standard - Metric - Degrees)
Speed Symbol
Alignment - Field Method (ATTACC)
Runout Tolerances
Front End Alignment
Axle Alignment
Casing Management
Cold Climate Pressure Correction Data
Cost Analysis
Six Critical Fundamentals That Cost Money
Fuel Savings
Wheel Type
Torque Specifications
Mounting Procedures for 16.00R20 and 24R21
Tire Revolutions Per Mile Calculation
Out-of-Service Conditions
Runout and Vibration Diagnosis
Servicing Multi-Piece & Single Piece Rim/Wheels (OSHA 1910.177)
Regrooving
Publications, Videos, and Websites
Index
Back Cover - Contact Information
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