Technician A uses a head-type plug to repair a tire puncture in the tread area of a tire. Technician B injects tire sealant through the valve stem to repair a tire puncture in the sidewall. Who is correct?

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Technician A is correct because using a head-type plug for a puncture in the tread area is an acceptable repair method. Technician B is incorrect because injecting sealant for a sidewall puncture is not a recommended repair method; sidewall damage typically requires tire replacement.

Technician a Uses a Head-Type Plug to Repair a Tire