How to remove the tire from the scooter Xiaomi: instructions with photos and tips

Removing a tire on an electric Xiaomi scooter is a task that every owner sooner or later faces. Whether you want to replace a punctured camera, install a tubeless tire or just check the condition of the rim, the procedure requires accuracy and knowledge of the key nuances. Unlike bicycle wheels, Xiaomi wheels are designed M365, Pro 2, 1S Mi Electric Scooter 3 has features: here and non-standard tire size (usually 8.5" or 10"), and integrated brake discs, and specific axis mounting.

Many owners are afraid of damaging the rim or braking system when dismantled, especially if it is a rear wheel with an electric motor. Others are faced with the problem of “stiff” tires that do not want to go off the rim even after descent. In this article, we will discuss three methods of removing the tire (with tools and without), tell you how to avoid damage to the camera, and give a checklist to check the wheel before reassembling. You will also find out which Xiaomi models have indistincible wheels with factory pressing – this is critical for owners of budget versions.

What tools will be needed to remove the tire

Without the right tools, the process can become anguish, and here's the minimum set that's going to make it easier:

• 🔧 Installation blades (2-3 They're better plastic or metal with rounded edges so they don't damage the rim. Bicycles are good, but they can be too wide.
• 🔨 Wrecks are usually 5 mm (for axle bolts) and 15 mm (for rear wheel nuts on motor models). on Xiaomi Pro 2, you may need a key for 13 mm.
• 🛠️ Flat sting screwdriver for licking the side of the tire (unless there are mounts!
• 💨 Pump with pressure gauge – to completely flush air before dismantling and check the leakage after assembly.
• 🧴 Soapy solution or WD-40 — if the tire is "stick" to the rim (relevant for scooters older than 2 years).

For models with rear motor wheels (for example, Mi). M365 or 1S) need to:

• 🔋 Multimeter – to check the integrity of the wiring of the motor after removing the wheel.
• 🧲 Magnetic screwdriver - convenient for working with small bolts of brake disc fastening.

⚠️ Note: On Xiaomi Essential scooters and some Mi Light versions, the rear wheel may be unshakable (pressed in the factory). Trying to disassemble it will damage the rim. Check this by the serial number in the official Mi Home app.

Scooter Preparation: What to Do Before Removing the Wheel

Before you take on the tire, follow a few mandatory steps:

1. Turn off the power. Take out the battery or press the power button for 10 seconds to discharge the capacitors (relevant for models with electronic brakes).
2. Press the camera's nipple to release all the air. If the Presta nipple is thin, use a special key.
3. Clean the wheel. Remove dirt and sand from the tire and rim -- they can get inside and damage the camera when assembled.
4. Take a picture of the mounts. Especially important for the rear wheel: remember how the brake disc, motor wires and shock absorbers are located (if any).

If you are taking off the rear wheel, additionally:

• Disconnect the brake cable (on models with mechanical brake).
• Unscrew the shock absorber mount (if any) - it is usually a 5 mm bolt.
• Carefully disconnect the engine connector (on the Pro 2 and 3 it is under a rubber cover).

Get the air out of the camera.

Shut off power to the scooter

Clean the wheel of dirt

Take a picture of the mounts (for the rear wheel)

Prepare tools and soap solution-->

On Xiaomi scooters with a front wheel, the process is simpler: just unscrew the axle and remove the wheel from the fork. The rear wheel often requires the removal of the single axle with the engine, where a second person will be useful for support.

Method 1: Removal of the tire using mounting blades (classical method)

This method is suitable for most models and is considered the safest for the rim.

1. Insert the first blade. Start with the side opposite the nipple. Tuck the side of the tire and put the blade under it so that the edge of the tire goes beyond the rim.
2. If the spatula slips, grab it by the needle (carefully so as not to bend).
3. Put the second shoulder blade in. 10-15 So, you can do it again, and you can do it again.
4. Go around the circle. Gradually move the tyre side around the rim, moving the shoulder blades, and you can use your hands in the last step.

Tips to facilitate the process:

• 💡 If the tire is "stiffened", apply it. WD-40 Or a soapy solution on the edge of the rim and wait 5-10 minute.
• 💡 Xiaomi. M365 Pro 2 and tires with hard side are often found - they are easier to remove if you preheat with a hair dryer (do not overheat!).
• 💡 If there are no shoulder blades, use plastic spoons with cropped handles - they are less traumatic to the rim.

⚠️ Warning: Do not use screwdrivers or knives to pluck the tire - they can pierce the camera or scratch the rim, which will lead to depressurization of the tubeless tire.

Method 2: Removal of the tire without tools (emergency version)

If you don't have any mounts, you can do with the tools you need, which is a method that works for front wheels or tires that have already moved away from the rim.

• 👟 Sneakers or sneakers (for pressure).
• 🧤 Gloves (to avoid injury).
• 📦 Piece of dense cardboard (Rim protection).

Algorithm of action:

1. Deplete the air and put the wheel on your side.
2. Step on the tire near the rim, trying to "squeeze" the side out.
3. As soon as the edge of the tire goes beyond the rim, put a cardboard under it and continue to press, moving around in a circle.
4. Repeat the process on the other side of the tire.

This is a physical process that doesn't work for all tires, like the Xiaomi Pro 2 with 10 rigid tires, and it's also a high risk of damaging the camera if it sticks to the tire.

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If the tire is too tight, try heating it with a building hair dryer (temperature not higher than 60).°C) This will make the rubber more elastic. Don't point the hair dryer at the rim - aluminum can deform!

Method 3: Removal of the tire from the rear motor-wheel (features)

The back wheel on Xiaomi M365, 1S And Pro 2 is complicated by the motor and the brake disc, so it's important not to damage the wires and the sensors:

1. Disconnect the motor connector. It's under a rubber case on the axle. Carefully remove the case and disconnect the contacts.
2. Unscrew the axis nut. Use the 15 mm key (on the Pro 2 - 13 mm). The nut can be tightened very much - use a lever (for example, a pipe).
3. Take the wheel off the fork. It takes a lot of effort, because the axle often gets stuck. Don't hit with a hammer, use a camera or gently loosen the wheel.
4. Remove the brake disc. Unscrew it. 3-4 mounting bolt (key on 5 mm) and remove the disc gently without touching the pads.
5. Dismant the tire. You can now use mounting blades like Method 1.

After removing the tire, examine:

• 🔋 Condition of motor wires (no inflections or bare sections).
• 🔄 Sensor integrity ABS (If there is one, it is attached to the brake disc.
• 🛑 Brake pads – if they are worn more than 50%, replace them.

⚠️ Note: Xiaomi Mi Electric Scooter 3 and 4 models use an integrated brake disc that cannot be removed separately from the wheel.

Frequent Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

Even experienced Xiaomi scooter owners sometimes make mistakes that lead to additional costs.

• 🔧 Nipple damage, if you're not properly dismantled, you can tear the nipple off the camera.
• 🔋 Motor wires break. The back wheel wires are often rubbed. Before assembly, check their integrity with a multimeter.
• 🛞 Rim deformation. Using metal tools without protection leads to scratches and dents. A defective rim will not be sealed for tubeless tires.
• 🔄 If the tire is curved, it will go eight when you're moving.

Another common problem is that they forget to check the condition of the bearings, and on Xiaomi scooters, they often fail after 5,000 km.

• The wheel is hard to rotate.
• You hear crunch or grind.
• There's a backlash on the axle.

If you find these symptoms, replace the bearings (usually). 608ZZ) before installing a new tire.

1. Integrity of the camera (inflate it separately and see if there is a hiss).

2. the purity of the rim (sand or dirt will lead to puncture).

Correct position of the brake disc (it shall be strictly perpendicular to the axle).-->

How to install the tire back: step-by-step instructions

Wheel assembly is as important as dismantling. Here are the key steps:

1. Check the camera. Inflate it separately and put it in water -- if there are bubbles, look for a puncture.
2. Place the camera in the tire. The nipple should be pointed into the rim hole. On Presta models, remember to twist the nut.
3. Put the tire on the rim. Start with the side opposite the nipple. The last section of the side is planted with your hands, not with a tool.
4. Inflate the wheel, before 0.5 bar, then check if the tire has skewed. Then pump to the recommended pressure (usually) 2.5-3.5 bar).
5. For the rear wheel, remember to plug in the engine connector and adjust the brake disc.

After assembly, check:

• 🔄 The wheel should rotate freely, without beating.
• 🛑 The brakes should work smoothly, without creaking.
• 💡 The scooter panel shall not be lit with engine error warnings (code) E014 or E015).

If after assembly the scooter does not go or makes strange sounds, most likely, the problem is incorrect connection of the motor or distortion of the brake disc.

FAQ: Frequent questions about removing tires on Xiaomi