Technician A says that when checking for a puncture you should inflate the tire to 90 psi and listen for escaping air. Technician B says to check for leaks you should inflate the tire to the proper pressure, then place the tire in a water tank and look for air bubbles. Which technician is correct?
Question
Technician A says that when checking for a puncture you should inflate the tire to 90 psi and listen for escaping air. Technician B says to check for leaks you should inflate the tire to the proper pressure, then place the tire in a water tank and look for air bubbles. Which technician is correct?
Solution
Technician B is correct. Inflating a tire to 90 psi as suggested by Technician A can be dangerous as it exceeds the recommended tire pressure for most vehicles. Overinflation can lead to a tire blowout. On the other hand, Technician B's method is safer and more effective. By inflating the tire to the proper pressure and submerging it in water, any leaks will be revealed by the formation of air bubbles.
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