Suspect a puncture in your tire but can't pinpoint it? Before repair, identify the leak precisely.
Discover this reliable, time-tested method using just a sponge and dish soap to reveal hidden holes effortlessly.
If your tire is losing air and you can't spot the nail, screw, or hole, try this proven technique:
1. Inflate the tire to maximum pressure.
2. Remove the tire from the vehicle.
3. Glide a sponge soaked in dishwashing liquid over the surface. Bubbles will form right at the puncture site.
You've now easily identified the tire hole! :-)
Simple, practical, and highly effective.
If the puncture is in the tread center (as shown), repairs are typically inexpensive.
Sidewall punctures may cost more to fix.
Tip: To safeguard tires from curbs during parking, check out this helpful technique.
