How Overloading Affects Your Tires - Airstream 2013 Classic Owner's Manual

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full inspection or without using a safety cage. Use a calibrated gauge. If your
tire is rated for higher inflation pressures, a special gauge will be required
designed for larger tires.
• Don't bleed air from warm tires to reduce pressure buildup
• Don't inflate tires to cold PSI rating beyond rim specifications
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HOW OVERLOADING AFFECTS YOUR TIRES

Tire pressure is what enables your RV tire to support loads. Overloading your
tires can have serious consequences for passengers and your RV. Too much
weight can cause stress on your RV's suspension system, brake failure, shock
absorber damage, handling and steering problems, irregular tire wear and
possible tire failure. Excessive loads or under inflation can lead to an excessive
amount of heat and tire failure. If you discover that your tires cannot handle the
load, lighten the weight of the load on your tires.
Tire pressure should never be reduced below the vehicle manufacturer's
recommended levels to support load conditions in order to improve the ride
quality of a vehicle. The difference in ride quality is not significant. When inflation
pressure requirements are not met, tire durability and optimum operation can
be affected.Recommended Tire Inflation Pressure
The recommended inflation pressure is not to be confused with the maximum
inflation pressure that is shown on the side of the tire. At the recommended
inflation pressure, tires will last longer and be less likely to fail, and the tow
vehicle will use less fuel. Serious injury can result from tire failure because of
under inflation or overloading.
Cold Tire inflation Pressure is the tire pressure checked in the morning before
you drive more than a few miles or before rising ambient temperatures or the
sun's radiant heat affects it. Check your tires' air pressures at least once a
month, before each trip and each morning you drive during a trip. Tire pressure
should be checked cold, as tire pressure ratings have been designed with
typical running heat/pressure build-up in mind. Make sure the valves and caps
are free of dirt and moisture.
Recommended Cold Tire Inflation Pressure
ST 225/75R-15 65 PSI
Warning
: The maximum speed rating on the tires installed
on your trailer is 65 MPH. DO NOT EXCEED THIS RATING. Failure to heed
this warning could cause catastrophic tire failure resulting in property
damage, personal injury and/or death.
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