Symptom: Bulge or Bubble

Diagnostic: Tire Damage that Requires Repair

A tire with a bulge or bubble cannot be repaired.

• A bulge or bubble on the sidewall of a tire generally indicates damaged cords caused by a severe impact.

• Damaged cords are often accompanied by a visible break in the inner liner.

• If cords have been damaged, air has infiltrated into the plies and can result in a bulge.

Solution:

Immediately replace the tire with the spare and take the tire to an authorized Michelin tire retailer for a proper inspection.