Tire Pressure - Cadillac XT5 2017 Owner's Manual

when only 1.6 mm (1/16 in) of
tread remains. See When It Is Time
for New Tires 0 290.
UTQGS (Uniform Tire Quality
Grading Standards) A tire
:
information system that provides
consumers with ratings for a tire's
traction, temperature, and
treadwear. Ratings are determined
by tire manufacturers using
government testing procedures.
The ratings are molded into the
sidewall of the tire. See Uniform
Tire Quality Grading 0 292.
Vehicle Capacity Weight
number of designated seating
positions multiplied by
68 kg (150 lb) plus the rated cargo
load. See Vehicle Load Limits 0 186.
Vehicle Maximum Load on the
Tire Load on an individual tire
:
due to curb weight, accessory
weight, occupant weight, and cargo
weight.
Vehicle Placard
permanently attached to a vehicle
showing the vehicle capacity
weight and the original equipment
tire size and recommended
inflation pressure. See Tire and
Loading Information Label under
Vehicle Load Limits 0 186.

TIRE PRESSURE

Tires need the correct amount of
air pressure to operate effectively.
Caution
The
:
Neither tire underinflation nor
overinflation is good.
Underinflated tires, or tires that
do not have enough air, can
result in:
Tire overloading and
overheating which could
lead to a blowout.
Premature or
irregular wear.
A label
:
The Tire and Loading Information
label on the vehicle indicates the
original equipment tires and the
correct cold tire inflation
pressures. The recommended
pressure is the minimum air
pressure needed to support the
vehicle's maximum load carrying
capacity. See Vehicle Load
Limits 0 186.
VEHICLE CARE
Caution (Continued)
Poor handling.
Reduced fuel economy.
Overinflated tires, or tires that
have too much air, can result in:
Unusual wear.
Poor handling.
Rough ride.
Needless damage from
road hazards.
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