Rim tucked into tire

2013 KIA FORTE
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RAKEL HETLAND
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The rim (cover?) is tucked into my cars tire. is there a way to untuck the rim without going to a professional? And is it damaging my tire?
May 4, 2020 at 6:14 PM
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KASEKENNY
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I think the best thing to do is get a picture of what you are dealing with and we will be able to determine the best course of action and answer your questions.

You can just post it using the link below the text box. Thanks
May 4, 2020 at 7:35 PM
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RAKEL HETLAND
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I thought I already added one. Sorry
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May 4, 2020 at 9:29 PM
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KASEKENNY
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That really helped. Thank you. That appears to be a tire that is going flat or at least low on air. Can you check the air pressure?

Here are guides that will help with this:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-use-a-tire-pressure-gauge

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/flat-tire-change-it-easily-by-watching-the-pros

What appears to be happening is when the tire gets soft or low on air pressure it spreads out and starts making contact with the hub cap. I suspect putting air in it will resolve the issue. Thanks
May 5, 2020 at 6:38 PM