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Tire Pressure

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Unequal tire pressures can cause steering prob-

lems. You could lose control of your vehicle.

Over-inflated or under-inflated tires can affect

vehicle handling and can fail suddenly, resulting

in loss of vehicle control.

Proper tire inflation pressure is essential to the safe and

satisfactory operation of your vehicle. Three primary

areas are affected by improper tire pressure.

Safety

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Unequal tire pressures from one side of the ve-

hicle to the other can cause the vehicle to drift to

the right or left.

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Improperly inflated tires are dangerous and can

cause accidents.

Always drive with each tire inflated to the recom-

mended cold tire inflation pressure.

Under-inflation increases tire flexing and can re-

sult in over-heating and tire failure.

Economy

Over-inflation reduces a tire’s ability to cushion

shock. Objects on the road and chuckholes can

cause damage that result in tire failure.

Improper inflation pressures can cause uneven wear

patterns to develop across the tire tread. These abnormal

wear patterns will reduce tread life resulting in a need for

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earlier tire replacement. Under-inflation, also increases

tire rolling resistance and results in higher fuel

consumption.

CAUTION!

After inspecting or adjusting the tire pressure, al-

ways reinstall the valve stem cap. This will prevent

moisture and dirt from entering the valve stem,

which could damage the valve stem.

Ride Comfort and Vehicle Stability

Proper tire inflation contributes to a comfortable ride.

Over-inflation produces a jarring and uncomfortable

ride.

Inflation pressures specified on the placard are always

“cold tire inflation pressure.” Cold tire inflation pressure

is defined as the tire pressure after the vehicle has not

been driven for at least three hours, or driven less than

1 mile (1.6 km) after a three-hour period. The cold tire

inflation pressure must not exceed the maximum infla-

tion pressure molded into the tire sidewall.

Tire Inflation Pressures

The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on the

driver’s side “B” Pillar.

The tire pressure should be checked and adjusted, and

the tires inspected for signs of wear or visible damage, at

least once a month. Use a good quality pocket-type gauge

to check tire pressure. Do not make a visual judgement

when determining proper inflation. Radial tires may look

properly inflated, even when they are under-inflated.

Check tire pressures more often if subject to a wide range

of outdoor temperatures, as tire pressures vary with

temperature changes.

Tire pressures change by approximately 1 psi (7 kPa) per loading may be required for high-speed vehicle opera-

12° F (7° C) of air temperature change. Keep this in mind tion. Refer to original-equipment information, or an

when checking tire pressure inside a garage, especially in authorized tire dealer, for recommended safe operating

the Winter.

speeds, loading and cold tire inflation pressures.

Example: If garage temperature is 68°F (20°C) and the

outside temperature is 32°F (0°C), then the cold tire

inflation pressure should be increased by 3 psi (21 kPa),

which equals 1 psi (7 kPa) for every 12°F (7°C) for this

outside temperature condition.

WARNING!

High-speed driving, with your vehicle at or above

maximum load, is dangerous. The added strain on

your tires could cause them to fail. You could have a

serious accident. Do not drive a vehicle loaded to the

maximum capacity at continuous speeds above

75 mph (120 km/h).

Tire pressure may increase from 2 to 6 psi (13 to 40 kPa)

during operation. Do not reduce this normal pressure

buildup or your tire pressure will be too low.

Tire Pressures for High-Speed Operation

The manufacturer advocates driving at safe speeds

within posted speed limits. Where speed limits or condi-

tions are such that the vehicle can be driven at high

speeds, maintaining correct tire inflation pressure is very

important. Increased tire pressure and reduced vehicle

Radial-Ply Tires

WARNING!

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Temporary-use spare tires are for emergency use

only. With these tires, do not drive faster than

50 mph (80 km/h).

Combining radial ply tires with other types of tires

on your vehicle will cause your vehicle to handle

poorly. The instability could cause an accident. Al-

ways use radial ply tires in sets of four. Never

combine them with other types of tires.

Temporary-use spare tires have limited tread life.

When the tread is worn to the tread wear indica-

tors, the temporary use spare tire needs to be

replaced.

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Be sure to follow the warnings that apply to your

spare. Failure to do so could result in spare tire

failure and loss of vehicle control.

Cuts and punctures in radial tires are repairable only in

the tread area because of sidewall flexing. Consult your

authorized tire dealer for radial tire repairs.

Compact Spare Tire

Do not install a wheel cover or attempt to mount a

conventional tire on the compact spare wheel, since the

wheel is designed specifically for the compact spare.

The compact spare is for temporary emergency use with

radial tires. It is engineered to be used on your style

vehicle only. Since this tire has limited tread life, the

original tire should be repaired (or replaced) and rein-

stalled at the first opportunity.

Do not install more than one compact spare tire/wheel

on the vehicle at any given time.

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