Chevrolet Malibu 2010 Owner's Manual page 326

WARNING: (Continued)
Underinflated tires pose the same danger
as overloaded tires. The resulting
accident could cause serious injury.
Check all tires frequently to maintain the
recommended pressure. Tire pressure
should be checked when your tires are
cold. See Inflation - Tire Pressure on
page 6 57.
Overinflated tires are more likely to be
cut, punctured, or broken by a sudden
impact such as when you hit a
pothole. Keep tires at the recommended
pressure.
Worn, old tires can cause accidents.
If your tread is badly worn, or if your tires
have been damaged, replace them.
See High-Speed Operation on page 6 58 for
inflation pressure adjustment for high speed
driving.
Low-Profile Performance Tire
If your vehicle has P225/50R18 or
P225/50R17 size tires, they are classified
as low profile performance tires. These tires are
designed for very responsive driving on wet or dry
pavement. You may also notice more road noise
with low profile performance tires and that they
tend to wear faster.
If the vehicle has low profile tires, they
Notice:
are more susceptible to damage from road
hazards or curb impact than standard profile
tires. Tire and/or wheel assembly damage can
occur when coming into contact with road
hazards like, potholes, or sharp edged objects,
or when sliding into a curb. The vehicle
warranty does not cover this type of damage.
Keep tires set to the correct inflation pressure
and, when possible avoid contact with curbs,
potholes, and other road hazards.
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