Fix a Leaking Tire Valve - FOUR Ways to Fix!

[@peternuttgens]

Great video. I had a slow leak which I determined to be the valve stem. I had loaded up the tire to take to the tire shop when I found your video. Method #3 worked for me and only took a few minutes to do. Saved me a trip to town and some money. Thanks a million.

[@stephenlee6990]

Brilliant - 3 cheers for guys like this and KZbin. This great video just saved Christmas after 2 (large national tyre companies) turned me away with a sticking valve causing the tyre to go flat overnight. Both depots said they couldn't take any bookings until middle of next week, despite having no vehicles in the bays and 2 fitters stood around chatting! I came home, watched this great guy, went to a local accessary shop, paid £6 for the tool and 4 valve cores, fitted inside of 5 minutes - and that includes moving the car, letting the remaining air out, fitting the new core as fix 2, then refilling to pressure. job done and problem solved. Merry Christmas Dave - you're the man!👍

[@DetailingandtheBeast]

Merry Christmas to you too Stephen. 🎄🎅

[@rylo4031]

Thank you! Tip #3 worked for mine! I lowered the pressure some to get the valve stem to spin better. Once I did, I aired it back up and no more leak!

[@lukehulands7536]

Thanks so much mate, helped me fix a valve myself in 5 minutes. Cheers!

[@alistairbalistair9596]

thank you! I had two leaking stems at the bases... if i pushed it sideways a little it would hiss. All fixed up :)

[@domenicalaimo7618]

Which fix worked for you

[@beardo8839]

Yes, i have the same problem where if the valve was pushed sideways, air would come out. Which # fix would that be?

[@mistahumpnbump]

I was thinking number 4

[@darrenstreettriple3827]

My motercycle valve core leaking going to try out your tips thanks 👍

[@highlycurious]

thankyou sir, very informative, love from India !

[@jonathanramos7285]

Thanks for videos like this mate. We really appreciate videos like this

[@piecetoyou8285]

Cheers ,some really good commen sence tips

[@t.j.5130]

Thank you

[@beardo8839]

Air leaks when i push up on the valve, which # fix do you think would work? Thanks

[@QOSQualityofSpeed]

very nice) I got some value out of this

[@andyleighho]

Super helpful. thanks!

[@devinashrikrishna7092]

Hi , Can you tell the type or size of the Valve Stem , if required to replace.

[@davidmartin1015]

Some good tips there ; I have used those valve tools all my long life and never appreciated all of their functions, (especially with tubeless). A while ago I had a tubeless trailer spare with a slow leak around the rim , rather than take it to the tyre shop I tried something I’d not done before. I broke the seal on both sides of the tyre , cleaned it up as best I could then applied a generous dose of black molasses to the the seal between the tyre and the rim. I then quickly inflated the tyre , washed of the excess molasses and did the water/detergent test , no leak and is still quite ok 6 months later. Davox.

[@Squirrel-zq6oe]

Thank you so much for this video. Super informative. I subscribed.

[@DetailingandtheBeast]

You're welcome. Thanks for subscribing 👍

[@happygilmore2100]

Brilliant.

[@moshazza5684]

Hi mate. Great video. Quick question...I try to inflate my tyre..when I put the nozzle from air machine in..the air just keeps coming out..normally If you press it far enough it will seal and then alloenyoj to inflate. Is this the core that's faulty?

[@vinceb7918]

I had exactly the same experience whereas air would flow out when attempting to inflate the tire/tyre. That still baffles me a bit. I was surprised that the valve core could be swapped out. Did the job yesterday using the same tool as shown in this video. All worked out great, so far. lol Greatly relieved now;

[@crazycressy7986]

Thanks Dave

[@hiltz0007]

Does this work while tire still on car?

[@DonTierney]

Will fix 4 work with valves that have TPMS? I have a small slow leak at the base of the value. Excellent video by the way

[@DetailingandtheBeast]

Yeah my wheels on my Ranger have TPMS.

[@DonTierney]

@@DetailingandtheBeast Cheers, i wasnt sure if twisting round the stem would move the TPMS or knock it out of position. For fix 4 did you have to let the air out of the tyre first or it was ok to do whilst inflated.

[@DetailingandtheBeast]

No, it was done flat. The TPMS sensors never had a problem after I had twisted them.

[@georgekelly5338]

Unfortunately, #3 and #4 won't work on a recessed valve stem on my alloy wheel. The valve stem is crap.

[@warzone9122]

You from stoke?

[@recreationalvideos7954]

Is the seal silicone?

[@ric7664]

No silicone causes metal to rust

[@polla2256]

Got a ranger and exactly the same issue

[@cdrcs7193]

I was just about to book bike in to garage to get valve changed, watched this video and realised you can change the valve stem without removing tyre. I popped down to Halfords ( 4 new stems and tool for less than 9 quid the lot) and had the job done in a few minutes. All fixed now and saved quite a bit of money. Thanks a lot.

[@SnusKongen]

I got stuck on the highway in my 2018 renault zoe, cause of a bent valve that leaked air AFTER i tried to fill it up cause of a warning on the dash, i got brand new winter tires 3 weeks ago

[@peteryosilee6787]

FIX #3 works great for my slow leaking valve. Thanks for sharing.

[@johnadams2963]

Wooohooo!!! Watched this video, went to the hardware store, fix the value. This video just saved me $1200 on a vintage car! Thank you so much!

[@TerminatorT-xn4ep]

Very interesting was thinking about putting some super glue around the valve but glad I saw this and use some gasket sealer instead pheew👏🏻

[@OAleathaO]

My goodness thank you so much for this video. A couple times watching this video, a $4.99 tool and about 30 seconds to slightly untighten and retighten my vale core and no more slow leak on my tire. I was concerned about doing it with the tire still on my car but it didn't seem to matter. Again, thank you!

[@FRIDAY-wd2eg]

Your car could have exploded

[@josephhaughney2839]

This is so helpful, thank you so much! Fixed my tyre within 5 minutes

[@ivanchicken2909]

Thank you, my man. I tried the easy option first. The stem wouldn't turn until i sprayed some penetrating oil on it, then gave it a couple revolutions, and leak solved! My son is very happy he doesn't have to fill it up at least once/week.

[@poinz17]

I just got ripped off at the mechanic... Great

[@speed23ism]

Thank you. You helped me solve a leak out of a valve stem. Tire shops are too busy to get me in for 2 weeks with winter coming so this was a huge help!!!

[@ItchyKneeSon]

Ridiculous. This would take them

[@stanleyumstead6035]

GREAT EXPLANATION, GREAT VIDEO ON THIS saves me from carrying tire to tire repair shop AND "I" can return tire purchased for flat Lawn Tractor tire!!

[@Carl_wheezer222]

2 weeks? That’s unrealistic man lol I’m sure other places were free for u to come in

[@speed23ism]

@@Carl_wheezer222 In Canada, before winter, there is an insane rush at tire shops in the fall for winter tires. Easily, you will wait three weeks for service if you dont make an appointment earlier.

[@terrapinflyer273]

Amazing! I had no idea there was a core tool or that you can replace valve cores. Or that they screw in and out! Extra cores and a core tool will be essential for me from now on. Thanks!

[@fredfredw9366]

I did your lesson #1 to my Ram 2500, and lesson #4 to my Tahoe fixed my problems. Thank you, saved me lots of money.

[@davelinkson1]

Good info on valve core, but some have tpms as mine has so sensors attached to the stem, so wouldn't twist the stem around as damage could occur.. for valve stem leak I'd go to a tyre fitter..

[@JimLambier]

I don't know about all sensors and rim combinations but on mine I know it would break the sensor. I have a small tire changing machine and have installed sensors and tires. On my wheels, there is an orientation that the sensors need and there is a relatively small amount of rotation the sensors can move before hitting the rim. Forcing them to rotate any further would break the sensor module off the metal part of the stem.

[@arkivezaj]

Great video. Although I feel like step 4 is a little excessive. Maybe just replace the stem at that point. But great video!

[@ksiss8616]

When ur twisting the valve stem, do you try n turn thr black part also?

[@angelisone]

Good luck on 2005+ doing & fixing one with TPMS sensor. It worn on the inside on the rim & the battery is weak to dead. ATG tips is best way on doing it with TPMS scanner tool.

[@jasontye3307]

Thank you; mine was #3 and just needed tightening.

[@bernielomax4702]

Dude you’re a genius. I was having the exact same issue. Finally found it was the valve stem. So I went to the auto part store bought that exact same tool and did fix number 3 and it appears to have worked. I never would have figured that out. Thanks so much.

[@DetailingandtheBeast]

You're very welcome. 😁👍

[@filmaker256]

I gotta ask if you break the top of the rubber and the round piece of rubber fallls into the tire what is the worst that can happen with just a round piece of rubber bouncing around in the tire? Its not a screw or something.

[@elmacho7087]

@@filmaker256it seems like you answered your own question lmao

[@vistron888]

I watched some other videos on this where they just change the whole valve, either by breaking the bead to get access to the back or even without, using a kit that pushes it in from the outside with lube. But given valves are usually changed the same time as a new tyre it would be rare for them to have perished or ripped, imo. I have ordered the kit in any case but will try method 3 or 4 first as that may sort it. I've found slow leaks on alloys typically to be poor seating of the tyre bead, again due to corrosion. Useful video. Much appreciated.

[@kynukeman6582]

Thank you for this informative video! I had an issue with a tiny leak from the valve stem on my motorcycle. I just had the tire replaced and the shop didn’t bother to check the stem. Fix # 3 did the trick. Thanks again for posting your vid.

[@lynskyrd]

fix #5; take the wheel OFF the car, remove valve core allowing as much air as possible to escape, break beed on the side where the valve stem is, 'peel back' tire to expose valve stem bottom, remove valve stem, install new valve stem with valve stem installation tool that you did not show, be sure to coat the base of the new valve stem with sealant, install valve core, inflate tire making sure the bead on both sides have seated (you'll hear an audible pop). Inflate to proper pressure. mount tire back on vehicle torque lug bolts / nuts to proper spec. ** note; if you have tire pressure sensors- you might have to remove the tire from the wheel- there may not be room to remove the sensor, especially with low profile tires. You can try, it might even be possible to leave the sensor on and remove the valve stem pushing from the top-- you'll have to cut the top of the stem off-- just be careful not to damage the sensor. I actually JUST got done doing this tonight. I was chasing a slow leak, while replacing valve core I noticed that when I move the whole stem just a little bit- massive air would stream out. Don't know how long I've been driving around like this but so glad I checked the valve core- never would have noticed the crack in the stem. Cheers everybody- drive safe.

[@jamespayne6470]

There’s also a tool where you can replace Schrader valve cores while it’s still under pressure and not have to let all the air out

[@jorbjorb1]

Holy shit. All I had to do was tighten the core. Thank you.

[@lanceburke6236]

What about burrs around the valve stem hole causing to eventually puncture and leak??

[@Hamachingo]

After topping off the pressure (before it gets too low in the freezing months), the valve didn’t close when unplugging the pump. The only thing holding in the air is the plastic cap. Jabbing the valve core didn’t help at all, driving for 20 minutes to heat it all up (thought it might just be frozen in place) didn’t help either. I guess I need to try fix number 2? Just buy some valve stems and the tool to swap them?

[@DetailingandtheBeast]

Yeah I'd say that's probably likely, given what you have tried.

[@Hamachingo]

@@DetailingandtheBeast Cool, thanks so much for the super quicke reply. Tools and valve stems ordered, liked and subscibed.

[@harrislondon]

This happened to me. Topped up shat it out as It wouldn't close. Topped again it held and didn't leak back out. 🤷‍♂️

[@tomturbo5296]

I would have cleaned up the wheel and put a new valve stem in.

[@DetailingandtheBeast]

The point here though is DIY, with no need or requirement to remove the tire or even break the bead. Replacing the stem, although the best way, requires you to break the bead. But you are right, if you can get the stem out, just replace it! 👍

[@MyRcGoSlow]

Thanks for uploading getting my tool Tuesday hope it works just bought the truck and don’t want to spend more money if I don’t have too thanks

[@petemiller519]

Super video! Cheers from Canada!

[@hadassahlevi114]

Very Helpful😊

[@JeffreyNeill-t2q]

Number 3 did the trick thanks for the tips

[@randomtask9029]

Great and valuable info. Methods 3 and 4 are often successful. Tip: If you're going to get involved in this, investing in a good valve replacement tool kit, such as the Laser 5540, will make things much easier. Holding and manipulating the valve is far superior, and you can push the valve far into the wheel and get good access to the hole without worrying about losing the valve inside the wheel. You also have the option of replacing the valve. Compressed air is great for cleaning the hole and dislodging problematic stuff. Silicone oil spray is also a great lubricant for this kind of work (but if you plan to use gasket sealant then don't use any lubricant).

[@ItchyKneeSon]

AWESOME! I was hoping this was the fix for my leaky, 15-year-old aluminum alloys! We'll see...

[@jaydaquin7821]

Do I need to remove the tire from the car or can I do it on the car

[@djlaiben]

People that give me to much grief [have ALL been narcissist) get a black pebble in the valve cap(s)] … They actually start talking about after a month or so at work. New tire, replace new tire, then After a few trips to tire store it somehow symptoms move to another “tire” OOOOR 3! They never figure it out unless the cap gets lost. Please save this for the truest of the bottom dweller a$$ 🕳 you run across. It can drive someone crazy and thats fine….. if they are deserving.

[@bradgubanich8865]

Hey thank you so much for your video. Number 3 worked for me. You saved me a lot of time and money. I appreciate your contribution to KZbin DIYers out there.

[@kylosolo8815]

Im gonna give this a shot....i have chrome wheels and been having problems with air leaking from the base

[@joelp7213]

Thank you, this helped me figure out that I needed to change my nasty corroded valve core

[@Mulholland1974]

To do number 3 has the tire got to be flat?

[@apartmentswales]

Well done I took everything you said onboard and added another tool to my box Thanks Mr Spence Eng

[@amnoahwielwabbit3837]

Thank you, I fixed my valve stem leak , finding the leak was another story ! 👍🏻

[@MikeTerry1969]

I got lucky and just needed to tighten the valve core. The gushing air stopped immediately. Thanks for the video.

[@davidlambert5426]

I'm guessing that you haven't heard of puncture safe. Stops these sort of leaks quickly and easily. Also stops a upto a 6mm puncture (car version) and unlike the other tyre sealants lasts for the full legal lifetime of the tyre. Will also last upto 100 punctures per tyre. Plenty of taxi drivers and couriers using it in the Leeds and Harrogate areas of the UK. Theirs another version which trucks, coaches and agricultural sector are using a version which can give puncture protection upto 30mm and again lasts for 100 punctures per tyre.

[@wayneswonderarium]

Gonna have to try this out on my leaky stem. I've already got a core tool, never thought about twisting it like this! 👍

[@adrianhughes2163]

Great video, thank you very much :)

[@ArcanePath360]

Nice one, thanks

[@conversationswithmaat8442]

You save the day mate. I was able to use Instacart to pick up a tire inflator and that little tool and fixed my tire up thanks to you.🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌻🌻🌻🌻🌻

[@gaivoron]

Thank you!!

[@imhotep1613]

Fix #3 is my tire issue . So all I have to do is buy that...... so that I can squeeze it and problem solved ?

[@ksiss8616]

This was def the best video I've watched to fix a leaky valve....thank you for explaining the diff ways.😊

[@flutey51384]

DoI need to completely take the tire off? Or can it stay on the car?

[@DetailingandtheBeast]

Alls of these can stay on the car

[@frank1847]

Excellent video, clear, informative and complete. Subscribed,and liked. Thank you.

[@arthurmchan]

Thank you! Saved me $50 and a bunch of time.

[@DarronRansbarger]

Out of 4 fixes here, none of them are to replace the valve stem. Unfortunately, that's exactly what I came here looking for. I got a flat due to cracked rubber of the valve them and the other 3 tires look like they're going the same way.

[@andrewdavis848]

If you crack the valve stem that means ur valve stem itself is broken. You need to buy a replacement and install it. In order to do this you need to be able to “break the bead”, which he did state at the end of the video. This essentially means you need to take the tire off of the rim, which is what happens when you get new tires or replace valve stems. Once you break the bead and can access the back end of the valve stem you’ll need to take the valve stem out completely and if you have sensors on your stem u need to detach them and attach them to the new valve stem. From the back end you insert the valve stem then pull it through. Adjust the tire so when u fill it with air it sets back into place with the valve stem in the correct position to fill the tire and not let out air. Good luck

[@JBFromOZ]

I’ve bought some repair valves that can be inserted from the outside, by a company called Hardline Products. I will have a video up on my channel when I get my tractor tyres repaired

[@casperelle1]

The the wealth of information on the internet is insane if this one video doesn't show what you want. Look somewhere else

[@johnnywriight]

When did he say “this is how you replace a valve stem”?

[@dylanammons1952]

Must be nice to work on tires inside 😭😭 this 110* in Florida is for the birds

[@MarzNet256]

Cool. I have a mountain bike rear air shock with Schrader valve (Fox). It kept losing air and I serviced it thinking the seals were worn. Turns out it was just a loose valve core.

[@ric7664]

What type of gasket sealant is it obviously it cannot be silicone based as that will cause rust

[@TheHiddenPathToHeaven]

Thanks mate 🫡🙏

[@thomaskeegan2179]

Top tips and instructions a great money saving video 10 out of 10

[@quebraho]

thanks

[@rplayer360]

This video saved me $110... Thank you

[@redecko73]

#2 so easy and this vid saved my ass today THANKS!

[@ST-vz8sd]

Fix no 1 fixed mine.so amazing saved me a lot of stress.

[@davidm9214]

Interesting. Thank you.

[@DetailingandtheBeast]

Thanks for watching!

[@liamkneeson8866]

Very good video, thank you

[@coolshariq]

I think I have slow leak on my electric bike rear tire I couldn't find any holes on the fire on any damage on the tire it's a slow leak I'm going apple these methods thank you so much for helpful tips. 🤙

[@yoska25]

Excellent video! Thank you very much.

[@dronecharya]

super, saved my day!

[@OrdoSanctiBenedictus]

about as good a video on car repair Ive seen cheers!

[@lMOORESY82]

Would there be any issues should I need to replace the valve after I have used the gasket seal.

[@DetailingandtheBeast]

None at all. It'll just break, and you can peel it off. It's like rubber. 👍

[@lMOORESY82]

@DetailingandtheBeast good stuff thanks.

[@lMOORESY82]

​@@DetailingandtheBeastI take it I can do this even with the TPMS sensors on the valve?

[@DetailingandtheBeast]

@lMOORESY82 yeah no difference with or without.

[@Chambersdn24]

Quick question I see u have a Karcher pressure washer which 1 is it k5 or k7 was looking on your videos but couldn't see any information about it thanks in advance

[@DetailingandtheBeast]

It's a K4 Dameion. Just put lots of bits onto it, 20m armoured hose, stubby gun, quick release conversion. Just recently its started to take a few seconds to initially fire up, but after that it's fine for the entire wash. Seems to be getting worse though.

[@cleanerdetailsllc7789]

can this be done on a bmw with tpms sensors?

[@NICKBALLOON]

Thanks man mine was the first step I had no idea that you could do thats. Thanks a million.

[@modoperandi2020]

Can fixes 3 & 4 be used with a valve that has a tire pressure monitoring sensor? Thanks.

[@DetailingandtheBeast]

Yeah, exactly what I have done on one of my Ranger wheels.

[@JoshHopkinsYT]

Thanks a lot dude, saved me a headache.

[@hiltz0007]

Does this work with tpms sensors as well?