I can't believe this is Normal, right?

[sunnyokanagan]

I use Ride-On Tire Protection. It seals minor leaks and helps prevent flats. Pressure loss is virtually nil and it's nice to have some kind of flat prevention since there is no spare tire.

[PeteInLongBeach]

Originally Posted by martek@wcnet.org

Thanks everyone for your answers. Just a pain in the (uknow) with such a new car! I was leery of those tiny wheels in the first place and now even more so. Ugh!!
Mary

The car may seem small, but a 15" diameter wheel is not relatively small (unless you consider a HumVee normal). Many cars have this diameter wheel and smaller. If you want to see small, look at an old Honda 600 or Mini. Those are 10" diameter wheels.

Also, make sure you reset your TPS after adding air to the tires by pressing the dash button for several seconds until the light goes off.

[martek@wcnet.org]

Originally Posted by PeteInLongBeach

The car may seem small, but a 15" diameter wheel is not relatively small (unless you consider a HumVee normal). Many cars have this diameter wheel and smaller. If you want to see small, look at an old Honda 600 or Mini. Those are 10" diameter wheels.

Also, make sure you reset your TPS after adding air to the tires by pressing the dash button for several seconds until the light goes off.

Thanks! I did remember to reset the sensor as I remembered reading this in the manual. we checked all 4 tires yesterday and they all were fine. Our Wrangler has spoiled me for the bigger tires as ours were extra big when we bought our demo 8 years ago. I also ride a Stella Scooter with little tiny tires, so I know about tiny tires! I really love my Smart and hope for a long and happy life with my Boopmobile!! With the exception of that one minor flat, I couldn't be happier with my purchase. I still get stopped numerous times a day with questions. Oh, and as far as tires go, I do have AAA so that is a bit of an insurance policy for a flat on the road. Love my Smart!!!!
Mary

[PeteInLongBeach]

Did I read where smart assist will come out and help with flats during the warranty period?

[Padawan]

Originally Posted by sunnyokanagan

I use Ride-On Tire Protection. It seals minor leaks and helps prevent flats. Pressure loss is virtually nil and it's nice to have some kind of flat prevention since there is no spare tire.

No balance issues at high speeds?

[sunnyokanagan]

Originally Posted by Padawan

No balance issues at high speeds?

None. It remains fluid in the tire and is sort of... self-balancing...

At speeds up to 75mph I experienced no vibration whatsoever.

It is very important to follow the application chart for the correct amount for your tire size.