Inflation
-
Tire Pressure
The Tire-Loading Information label which
is
on
the rear
edge of the driver’s door shows the correct inflation
pressures for your tires, when they’re cold. “Cold”
means your vehicle has been sitting for at least three
hours or driven no more than a mile.
NOTICE:
Don’t let anyone
tell
you that underinflation
or
overinflation is
all
right. It’s not.
If
your tires don’t
have enough air (underinflation) you can get:
Too much flexing
Too
much heat
Tire overloading
Bad wear
Bad handling
Bad fuel economy.
If
your tires have too much air (overinflation),
you can get:
Unusual wear
Bad handling
Rough ride
Needless damage from road hazards.
When
to
Check
Check your tires once a month or more.
Don’t forget your compact spare tire. It should be at
60
psi
(420
kPa).
How
to
Check
Use
a
good quality pocket-type gage to check tire
pressure. Simply looking at the tires will
not
tell
you
the
pressure, especially if you have radial tires
--
which
may look properly inflated even
if
they’re underinflated.
If your tires have valve caps, be sure
to
put them back
on. They help prevent leaks by keeping out dirt and
moisture.
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