Inflation - Tire Pressure - Chevrolet Corvette Owner's Manual

The valve stems on your extended mobility tires
have sensors that are part of the Tire Pressure
Monitor (TPM). See Tire Pressure Monitor System
on page 389. The TPM sensors contain batteries
which are designed to last for 10 years under
normal driving conditions. See your dealer if you
ever need to have a wheel replaced, or if the
sensors ever need replacement.
Notice: Using liquid sealants can damage the
tire valves and tire pressure monitor sensors
in your extended mobility tires. This damage
would not be covered by warranty. Don't
use liquid sealants in your extended mobility
tires.
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Inflation - Tire Pressure
Tires need the correct amount of air pressure to
operate effectively.
Notice: Do not let anyone tell you that
under-inflation or over-inflation is all right. It is
not. If your tires do not have enough air
(under-inflation), you can get the following:
•
Too much flexing
•
Too much heat
•
Tire overloading
•
Premature or irregular wear
•
Poor handling
•
Reduced fuel economy
If your tires have too much air (over-inflation),
you can get the following:
•
Unusual wear
•
Poor handling
•
Rough ride
•
Needless damage from road hazards
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