Only a valve core tool and a package of new valve cores are required (both inexpensive). It’s easy to fix a tire leak. Raise the steering wheel. Then, using a valve core tool, remove the old core, screw in a new core (just snug it up; the threads are easily stripped), and refill the tire.

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Is it legal for me to drive with a broken valve stem?

Even though you can drive with a missing air valve cap, we recommend that you replace it as soon as possible to keep dust and debris out of your tires. Metal caps can corrode and fuse to the stem over time, making it difficult to remove when you need to refill your tires.

How much does a tire valve stem replacement cost?

Even if you aren’t a mechanic, replacing your valve stem is a simple task. If you do it yourself, replacing valve stems costs about $10. It will cost around $30 if you bring it to the shop.

When a valve stem breaks, what happens?

The valves in a vehicle’s wheel where the tires are inflated are known as tire valve stems. Valve stems can become old, crack, brittle, or leak over time, causing bigger problems with your tire and driving experience. The tire will no longer hold air if the valve stems begin to leak.

Without the cap, do tires lose air?

While a missing valve stem cap may appear innocuous, it can result in air pressure loss. Dirt and debris will enter the valve stem without a cap, causing the seal to break. Air will leak out of the tire through the valve stem if this happens.

Is it possible to replace the valve stem without removing the tire?

Is it possible to replace a valve stem without removing a tire? Yes, there is a valve stem removal tool that prys the stem out, but replacing the stem requires access from the inside, so you’d have to remove the tire anyway for easy access.

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