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
0
Too much heat
Tire overloading
Bad wear
Bad handling
0
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.
Also,
check the tire pressure
of
the
spare tire.
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.
Tire Inspection and Rotation
Tires
should be inspected every
6,000
to
8,000
miles
(10
000
to
13
000
km)
for any signs
of
unusual wear.
If
unusual
wear
is
present, 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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