Ford Escape 2013 Owner's Manual page 252

2. Remove the cap from the valve on one
tire, then firmly press the tire gauge
onto the valve and measure the
pressure.
3. Add enough air to reach the
recommended air pressure.
Note: If you overfill the tire, release air by
pressing on the metal stem in the center of
the valve. Then recheck the pressure with
your tire gauge.
4. Replace the valve cap.
5. Repeat this procedure for each tire,
including the spare.
Note: Some spare tires operate at a higher
inflation pressure than the other tires. For T
type mini-spare tires (refer to the Dissimilar
spare wheel and tire assembly information
for a description): Store and maintain at 60
psi (4.15 bar). For full-size and dissimilar
spare tires (refer to the Dissimilar spare
wheel and tire assembly information for a
description): Store and maintain at the
higher of the front and rear inflation pressure
as shown on the Tire Label.
6. Visually inspect the tires to make sure
there are no nails or other objects
embedded that could poke a hole in
the tire and cause an air leak.
7. Check the sidewalls to make sure there
are no gouges, cuts or bulges.
Wheels and Tires
Inspecting Your Tires and Wheel Valve
Stems
Periodically inspect the tire treads for
uneven or excessive wear and remove
objects such as stones, nails or glass that
may be wedged in the tread grooves.
Check the tire and valve stems for holes,
cracks, or cuts that may permit air leakage
and repair or replace the tire and replace
the valve stem. Inspect the tire sidewalls
for cracking, cuts, bruises and other signs
of damage or excessive wear. If internal
damage to the tire is suspected, have the
tire demounted and inspected in case it
needs to be repaired or replaced. For your
safety, tires that are damaged or show
signs of excessive wear should not be used
because they are more likely to blow out
or fail.
Improper or inadequate vehicle
maintenance can cause tires to wear
abnormally. Inspect all your tires, including
the spare, frequently, and replace them if
one or more of the following conditions
exist:
Tire Wear
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