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Hi, I'm Sarah from Graco and I'm going to show you how to care for and maintain the wheels and tires on your Graco jogging stroller.

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Jogging strollers require a different level of maintenance compared to traditional strollers.

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Our Graco jogging strollers have air-filled rubber tires, which means caring for the wheels on your jogger is similar to caring for the wheels on a bicycle.

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Not properly caring for the wheels on your jogging stroller can hinder the performance of your stroller.

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Regular cleaning and maintenance of your wheels will help to keep your jogger in good condition for easier strolling and jogging.

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To maintain your wheel axles, completely clean your stroller to remove dirt and grime from the mechanisms and wheel assemblies.

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To clean the wheel assembly, first remove the wheels from the stroller.

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Make sure to thoroughly clean the kingpin on each wheel and the wheel attachment points on the stroller.

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You can use a cloth with household soap and warm water to clean the wheel axles.

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Anytime you use your stroller at the beach, completely clean the stroller afterwards to remove sand and salt from the mechanisms and wheel assemblies.

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Before using your jogging stroller, check the tire pressure.

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Over time, your tires can deflate, especially after sitting in storage for extended periods of time.

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It is easiest to check the tire pressure if you first remove the wheels from the stroller.

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Then, unscrew the cap on the tire and use a tire pressure gauge to check the current pressure level.

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If the tire pressure level is low, you will need to inflate your tires.

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Do not use an air compressor to inflate your tires. Only use a hand pump like shown.

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Double check the pressure listed on each wheel as it may vary between front and rear wheels.

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After cleaning your wheels, apply a light oil such as 3-in-1 oil or sewing machine oil.

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It is important to get the oil into the attachment point as shown.

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Reattach the wheels.

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An easy way to tell if your front swivel wheel assembly needs to be cleaned or if you need to add oil is to perform the pendulum test.

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Place the stroller on its back with the front swivel wheel lifted up off the ground.

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Swivel the wheel towards the front of the stroller.

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If the wheel sticks in place and does not swivel back to the original position, you need to clean and apply oil to the wheel assembly.

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If the wheel easily swivels back into place, it does not require cleaning or oil at this time.

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Bring your stroller upright and you're ready to stroll.

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