If a tire is flat, do not drive on it to reach help. The rim and sidewall can be ruined within a short distance. Phone Indianapolis Tire Shop in Indianapolis, ask whether anyone can come to you, and if not, put the spare on and drive to the shop.
A flat in a parking lot is a different problem from a flat on a highway shoulder, and neither is solved by driving further.
The first decision is whether you can change the wheel yourself. If the spare is good and the lug nut key is in the car, that is usually quicker than waiting for anyone.
Can anyone come to me with a tire?
The shop is a fixed location at 3351 W Morris St in Indianapolis, so don't count on a service van until you've asked. What you can do is phone and ask directly whether someone can travel to your car, how soon, and what that adds to the cost.
If the answer is no, you still have the shop as the destination. Tell them the tire size on your sidewall so they can check it before you leave.
What can and can't be done at the curb?
Swapping a wheel, airing up a tire and sometimes a simple plug are curbside jobs. Mounting a new tire on a rim, spin balancing, and an alignment need machines that live in a building.
So even if someone reaches you, a roadside fix may be temporary. Treat a plug as a way to get home, then have the tire looked at properly.
How do I get to the shop with a damaged tire?
Fit the spare, check its pressure with a gauge before you set off, and keep the speed down. A compact spare is not built for highways.
The shop runs Mon–Fri 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM, Sat 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM, closed Sun, so a flat that happens after closing waits until the next morning. Take photos of the damage and the sidewall for your records.
- If the tire has lost all air, do not drive on it, even a short way.
- Turn hazards on and park on level ground before touching the jack.
Do you offer mobile tire service in Indianapolis?
Call Indianapolis Tire Shop and ask. A mobile visit isn't among the shop's listed services, so confirm whether one is possible, when, and for what price before you wait.
Can I drive on a flat tire to the shop?
No. Even a short distance can destroy the sidewall and bend the rim. Put the spare on or have the car moved some other way.
Is a plug a permanent fix?
Treat it as temporary. Ask for an inspection of the tire from the inside, since a proper repair needs more than a plug pushed in from outside.