Fix a Flat Can
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Fix a Flat Can
I was wondering if the fix a flat can that came with my 2016 Panamera has a shelf life. Hopefully I never need it but it would be nice to know it will work if I do. Any thoughts from anybody?
Racer
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Yes it does, but I wouldn't worry too much. BUT when the dealer was adding to my CPO and that is an item they need up-to-date in order to extend the warranty.. I called BS and they kindly "installed" a new one for the "inspection" and replaced it back once the warranty was applied....
Instructor
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Yes it does, but I wouldn't worry too much. BUT when the dealer was adding to my CPO and that is an item they need up-to-date in order to extend the warranty.. I called BS and they kindly "installed" a new one for the "inspection" and replaced it back once the warranty was applied....
Pro
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A better DIY option is to get a tire plug kit. I find them very difficult to use, but it's better than nothing if you are stuck somewhere. I recently was able to plug a tire after a nasty nail and it held just fine, but did have a slow leak. I dealt with that for a few months and finally had that plug replaced and a patch added for good measure. Note that a regular tire store may not replace a plug due to liability reasons - but they also won't deal with a tire full of fix a flat either. But you can find a good cash shop to do a proper patch if you use a temporary plug. Probably not as likely if you use the fix a flat stuff - plus it very well might ruin the TPMS which is an expensive item.
