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The tire is held in place from the air pressure expanding and pressing the edge onto the rim, and nothing but friction holds it. ( if you meant the rubber not the wheel.)
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What holds a tire?
A tire is mounted on a rim.
Why flat tire when pressure goes down?
Air pressure holds the tire in a round shape, as pressure lowers nothing is holding the tire up.
What is the section of the wheel called that allows the tire to be removed and installed?
If you are asking what holds the tire on the wheel it is called a bead on the tire. On the wheel it called the rim.
What is the center of a tire called?
The center of a tire is called the rim, its what holds the air inside and the car standing ;D
How do you get the spare tire down on a 1999 Toyota Sienna?
You must access the bolt that holds the spare tire in place from the inside of the car. There is a flap in the carpet in the rear storage space behind the last row of seats. Lift the flap, loosen the bolt, and the spare tire will be lowered so that you can remove it.
Is there somethig that is supposed to hold the brake rotor on a 1988 Dodge shadow?
No, the brake rotor is held in place by the tire... it just simply goes over the spindles and is held in place by the same bolts that holds the tires on
Why is your tire loose after replacing wheel bearings?
Make sure the nut that holds the bearing in place is properly adjusted.When you tighten it the wheel should spin free but you should no be able to wiggle it.
Where to put jack when changing a tire on a 1991 caravan?
To change a front tire, place the jack directly behind the tire. To change a back tire, place the jack directly in front of it. Try to get the jack under the tire axis.
What is the gate that holds the spare tire on a Chevy S10 Blazer called?
I'm semi-sure it's called a spare tire carrier.
Why is my rear tire rubbing on the shock absorber?
I have had that problem on my 1994 Chrysler LHS. Your strut is actually broken, the pan which holds the spring in place has poor welds and can snap. You should get a new strut.
How much does it cost to dispose of a tire?
The place you buy a new tire will dispose of the old tire for free.
What will happen if you remove all the air from a car tire and place it into a large tractor tire?
the car tire will be flat and the tractor tire not.
