If you find an overheated tire during an inspection, what is the correct action to take?

When you find an overheated tire during an inspection, the appropriate action is to remove it and place it a safe distance from the vehicle. This response is crucial for safety because an overheated tire poses a significant risk of blowing out or even catching fire. By relocating the tire away from the vehicle, you minimize the risk of damage to the vehicle and ensure the safety of yourself and others in the vicinity.

Keeping the tire on the vehicle while continuing to drive could lead to a catastrophic failure, especially if the heat continues to build, resulting in a blowout or fire hazard. Applying water to cool the tire is not advisable since the sudden temperature change could cause the tire material to crack or split. Pumping air into the tire when it is already overheated is also not safe, as it could lead to increased pressure and a higher likelihood of an explosion. Therefore, moving the overheated tire to a safe distance is the best practice to mitigate risks and ensure safety.