BS AU 159G:2013 - Page 2

Specification for repairs to tyres for motor vehicles used on the public highway. | Status: Confirmed, Current

1 Scope This British Standard specifies requirements for the repair of diagonal ply and radial ply pneumatic tyres for motorcycles, scooters, cars, commercial and agricultural vehicles for use on the public highway. It specifies inspection procedures, performance criteria, repair materials, and marking requirements, for both tubed and tubeless tyres. The repair of tubes and inflation valves is also covered. This British Standard is not applicable to:

1. a) tyres designed for use on pre-1933 vehicles, as their design and construction can be unique and outside the range of tyres in current use;
2. b) T-type temporary use spare tyres;
3. c) temporary seals, i.e. externally inserted plugs, intended to allow the vehicle to be driven for a limited period, until a permanent repair can be effected;
4. d) use of liquid sealants introduced into tubed or tubeless tyres to aid the air retention property (see Clause 9);
5. e) tyres containing sealant gel; and
6. f) specialist repairs carried out by the original tyre manufacturer.