Handling Tire Blowouts DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY STUDENT NAME 1

Objectives Learn how to handle blowouts Learn how to prevent blowouts STUDENT NAME 2

Today’s Situation Blowouts cause accidents High speed driving Tire safety ignorance STUDENT NAME 3

Do’s and Don’ts of Blowouts Don’t over react Do slow down gradually ◦Don’t slam on brakes ◦Don’t rapidly take foot off accelerator ◦Do ease off gas gradually STUDENT NAME 4

More Do’s and Don’ts Do steer with small, smooth movements ◦Do keep a firm grip on steering wheel ◦Do keep vehicle in middle of lane ◦Do pull over to side of road Don’t pull over until vehicle has slowed down ◦Don’t apply brakes until on shoulder STUDENT NAME 5

Tire Safety = Prevention Pressure Alignment Rotation Tread STUDENT NAME 6

Pressure Check monthly for under-inflation Fill to manufacturer's recommendation Fill when tires cool STUDENT NAME 7

Alignment Misalignment causes uneven and rapid tread wear Pulling or vibration Correct by tire dealer STUDENT NAME 8

Rotation Pattern ◦Follow manufacturer's guidelines Fix alignment and balance first Every 6,000 miles STUDENT NAME 9

Tread Worn treads cause skidding and hydroplaning Minimum tread 1/16 inch Wear bars visible Penny test STUDENT NAME 10