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
the
following:
Too
much flexing
Too much heat
0
Tire overloading
0
Bad
wear
Bad handling
Bad fuel economy.
If
your
tires have too much
air
(overinflation),
you can get the following:
Unusual wear
Bad handling
0
Rough ride
0
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
Wa).
How to Check
Use a good quality pocket-type gage to check tire
pressure.
You
can’t tell if your tires are properly inflated
simply by looking
at
them. Radial tires may look
properly inflated even when they’re underinflated.
Be sure to put the valve caps back on the valve
stems. They help prevent leaks by keeping out dirt
and moisture.
Tire Inspection
and
Rotation
Tires should be rotated every
6,000
to
8,000
miles
(
10
000
to
13
000
km).
Any time
you
notice unusual
wear, rotate your tires as soon as possible and
check wheel alignment. Also check for damaged
tires or wheels. See “When It’s Time for New Tires”
and “Wheel Replacement” later in this section for
more information.
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