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6-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Instructions for checking tire inflation pressure
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When checking tire inflation pressure, observe the following:
Check only when the tires are cold.
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If your vehicle has been parked for at least 3 hours or has not been driven for more
than 1 mile or 1.5 km, you will get an accurate cold tire inflation pressure reading.
Always use a tire pressure gauge.
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The appearance of the tire can be misleading. In addition, tire inflation pressure that
is even just a few pounds off can affect ride quality and handling.
Do not reduce tire inflation pressure after driving. It is normal for tire inflation pres-
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sure to be higher after driving.
Never exceed the vehicle capacity weight.
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Passengers and luggage weight should be placed so that the vehicle is balanced.
CAUTION
Proper inflation is critical to save tire performance
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Keep your tires properly inflated. Otherwise, the following conditions may occur
and result in an accident causing death or serious injury:
Excessive wear
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Uneven wear
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Poor handling
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Possibility of blowouts resulting from overheated tires
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Poor sealing of the tire bead
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Wheel deformation and/or tire separation
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A greater possibility of tire damage from road hazards
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NOTICE
When inspecting and adjusting tire inflation pressure
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Be sure to put the tire valve caps back on.
Without the valve caps, dirt or moisture could get into the valve and cause air leak-
age, which could result in an accident. If the caps are lost, replace them as soon as
possible.
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