Checking Tire Inflation Pressure - Lexus GX470 2004 Owner's Manual

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CHECKING TIRE INFLATION

The recommended cold tire inflation pressures,

tire sizes and the combined weight of occupants

and cargo (vehicle capacity weight) are described

on page 553 and 606. They are also described

on the tire and loading information label as

You should check the tire inflation pressure every two

weeks, or at least once a month. And do not forget

The following instructions for checking tire

inflation pressure should be observed:

D The pressure should be checked only when the

tires are cold. If your vehicle has been parked

for at least 3 hours and has not been driven for

more than 1.5 km or 1 mile since, you will get an

accurate cold tire inflation pressure reading.

D If you cannot adjust the tire pressure when the

tires are cold, add 20 to 30 kPa more to the front

tires and rear tires than the cold tire pressure, but

never exceed the maximum cold tire pressure

molded on the tire sidewall.

D Always use a tire pressure gauge.

appearance of a tire can be misleading. Besides,

tire inflation pressures that are even just a few

pounds off can degrade handling and ride.