Tesla Tire Repair Kit details

[jerry33]

One other tidbit .... I was looking closely at the rim / tire area and just suggest if you are driving, and the tire warning lights up, that you stop immediately. I am certain that once the tire goes flat, the rim will be ruined if driven on for any length of time.

The tire will be ruined (and likely your fender as well) long before the wheel has a problem.

 

[efusco]

Here's the one I was talking about...and just ordered.
Slime 70004 Power Spair 48 Piece Tire Repair Kit : Amazon.com : Automotive

Received this kit today (gotta love Amazon Prime). The kit is smaller and lighter weight than I would have expected. The case is about 12"x10"x5" in diameter and I was very pleasantly surprised to find that there was hook-side Velcro on the side of the case. So I put it in the furthest back part of the frunk and the hooks latch securely to the carpet so it won't slide around at all! I feel a bit more confident already just having it handy...hope it never sees any use...at least not on my car.


Evan, Via Tapatalk

 

[steve841]

The tire will be ruined (and likely your fender as well) long before the wheel has a problem.

I beg to differ ...

 

[TXjak]

The Safety Manual says

As an option, you can purchase a tire repair kit from Tesla (this kit is included only if you purchased your Model S in Maryland or Rhode Island). This kit is designed to temporarily repair a small tire puncture just long enough for you to drive slowly to the nearest tire repair location. Follow the instructions provided on the kit and observe all warnings.

WARNING: Do not use any tire liquid or aerosol tire sealant other than a tire repair kit purchased as an accessory from Tesla. Other types can cause tire pressure sensors to malfunction.

So a couple of questions come to mind:

1. If it's an option, why can't I order it with the car?
2. What other brands of sealants are guaranteed not to cause tire pressure sensors to malfunction?

 

[jerry33]

What other brands of sealants are guaranteed not to cause tire pressure sensors to malfunction?

The Griot's Garage repair kit.

 

[Babylonfive]

I have a Viair 90P compressor for my Leaf and just wanted to warn you that the 88P and the 90P require a direct connection to the battery. The 88P's maximum current draw is 19 amps (source) which would overdraw the Model S cigarette lighter socket (fused at 15 amps). And given the issues that people have been having with getting access to the Model S 12V battery lug nuts, may be easier to just call roadside assistance or look for a lower powered air compressor (may take longer to fill but may be easier to use).

That's why I picked up the VIAIR 70P - it pulls 14 amps.

 

[TXjak]

The Griot's Garage repair kit.

I guess "no sealant" is a valid answer, but somehow, I don't see my wife using that kit.

 

[swegman]

Why is the tire repair kit included only for purchasers in MD and RI?

 

[jerry33]

I guess "no sealant" is a valid answer, but somehow, I don't see my wife using that kit.

I can't envision Denise using either the sealant or the kit. I can see her making a "I have a flat tire come and fix it" phone call.

 

[brianman]

Why is the tire repair kit included only for purchasers in MD and RI?

Maryland guess:
http://www.tirereview.com/Article/102841/tia_plans_to_offer_tire_repair_bill_in_maryland.aspx

 

[giants2001]

Found a not so nice surprise today while cleaning the car. I think it's too close to the sidewall to be repaired and have scheduled an appointment to get a new tire. I tried using the Tesla repair kit just to see if it would slow the leak, but it didn't help.
Anyone think its worth trying to get repaired before replacing?

 

[jerry33]

Anyone think its worth trying to get repaired before replacing?

No. Most likely that nail has scratched the inside of the sidewall as well. Just replace the tire. Don't know if those tires have a road-hazard warranty on them or not.

 

[giants2001]

Replaced this morning. Total was $223 which included labor, taxes, and fees. Not too bad, I was expecting more like $350.

 

[rlawson4]

Replaced this morning. Total was $223 which included labor, taxes, and fees. Not too bad, I was expecting more like $350.

Did you need the tire pressure monitoring reset or replaced and if so who did it for you? The reason for my question is to know if we can use standard tire shops or need Tesla to do it?

 

[giants2001]

The TPS was not replaced. After the new tire was installed, they drove a couple laps in the parking lot for it to reset. Simple!

 

[SteveH]

The Griot's Garage repair kit.

Jerry (or anyone) can you confirm that the compressor included in the Griot's kit will run fine off of the Model S? (Won't blow a fuse.)

Thanks

 

[Elshout]

The Tesla tire repair kit I brought from Tesla looks remarkably like the one offer by Amazon:

Slime 70005 Safety Spair 7-Minute Flat Tire Repair System 12-Volt : Amazon.com : Automotive

I can not recall seeing any Tesla literature that mentions there is no spare tire with the car nor a jack, not even a funky mini spare tire designed to get one to a service station at <50 mph. It only dawned on me that I have no spare when I saw the tire repair kit in Tesla's catalog. At the very least TMC should at least indicate somewhere in BOLD type there is no spare and with a puncture one is SOL.

 

[carrerascott]

Tesla's price isn't ridiculous at $50, but their shipping is, at $25 more plus $4.50 tax for me, or a total of $79.50... vs $39.77 on Amazon with free shipping and no tax. For $50 I'd buy the Tesla branded one, for $80, I'd buy the Slime one and find some Tesla stickers...

The Tesla tire repair kit I brought from Tesla looks remarkably like the one offer by Amazon:

Slime 70005 Safety Spair 7-Minute Flat Tire Repair System 12-Volt : Amazon.com : Automotive

 

[Panacea]

Re: the Griot Tire Kit: I think the MS is rated at 15 amps , so it should be OK, right?

Hi XXXX,

Thank you for taking the time to contact us with your question about our Tire Repair Kit with the 12 Volt Air Compressor. The compressor has a current draw of 14.5 amps so you will want to make sure the auxiliary port or cigarette lighter is rated at a minimum of 14.5 amp draw for use with this compressor.
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[Lloyd]

The slime kit does not include plugs if you need them. Add ~ $10 for the slime plug kit.