Tires, wheels and loading – FORD 2005 GT User Manual

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Note: When the sealing compound
is first added into the tire, the air
pressure gauge reading (7) on the
compressor unit may increase up to
90 psi; this is normal and should be
no reason for concern. The pressure
will drop after about 30 seconds of
operation.

Do not stand next to the damaged tire while it is inflating. If you
notice any unusual bulges or deformations in the tire’s sidewall

during inflation, stop the air compressor and deflate the tire using the
pressure release valve.

8. Inflate the tire for nine minutes or until the pressure reaches 22 psi,
then turn the air compressor off by pressing the “O” side of the orange
button.

Note: If the damaged tire does not reach 22 psi within nine minutes, the
tire is too severely damaged and the car must not be driven. Call for
roadside assistance.

9. Once the tire pressure reaches 22 psi, quickly unscrew the hose from
the tire’s air valve and reinstall the valve cap. Unplug the electrical plug
from the power point. Turn the sealing compound container back to its
original position and close the safety latch. Stow the inflation kit in an
easily accessible place since you will need it to check the tire’s air
pressure again in the second stage of this operation.

10. Immediately, and cautiously, drive the vehicle a short distance
(approximately two miles) to activate the sealing compound within the
damaged tire. Do not exceed 50 mph.

Note: If you experience any unusual vibration, ride disturbance or noise
while driving, reduce your speed until you can safely pull off to the side
of the road to call for roadside assistance. Do not proceed to the
second stage of this operation.

2005 GT (gto)
Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)
USA_English
(fus)

Tires, Wheels and Loading

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