Tire Care; Tire Inflation Pressures - Chevrolet Chevy II 1965 Owner's Manual

TIRE CARE
Vehicle Loading and Tire Selection
Full load capacity of the vehicle is:
3 Passengers in Front Seat
All Models
1100 Ibs.
3 Passengers in Rear Seat
except Station Wagons Total:
200 Ibs. Luggage
3 Passengers in Front Seat
2 Seat
12001bs.
3 Passengers in Rear Seat
Station Wagons Total:
300 I bs. Luggage
Keep your tires inflated
to the recommended pres-
sures. Over - inflation can
adversely affect riding com-
fort, quietness and tire life
while under-inflation affects
vehicle handling and tire
life.
Manufacturer's original equipment 4-ply rating tires are designed and thoroughly tested
to meet all normal requirements of your vehicle as outlined above.
Average Owner Service Continuous Service with Over
RECOMMENDED Tire Up to 5-Passenger Load 5-Passenger Load Up to Full Load
TIRE INFLATION
Ply
(Normal Inflation)
Capacity (Maximum Inflation)
PRESSURES
Rating Cold* Hot** Cold* Hot**
Front Rear Front Rear Front Rear Front Rear
All Except Station Wagons 4 24 24 29 29
@24 30 @29 35
Station Wagons 4 24 28 29 33
@24
30
@29
35
*After car has been parked for 3 hours or more, or driven less than one mile.
**Pressures can rise as much as 7 pounds above cold figures depending on loads carried, length of driving, and car speed prior
to checks.
@Front tire loads do not increase appreciably with passenger or cargo loading, therefore, the above is recommended for best
steeri ng characteristics.
For continuous full load service or heavy duty operation, eight ply rated or oversized tire options are recommended at the
above recommended tire pressures. Their use is particularly applicable to Station Wagons .
FOR MAXIMUM TIRE LIFE • Keep tires properly inflated. • Check regularly
for cuts, bruises and puncturing objects. Do not remove a puncturing object until
prepared to change or repair the tire. • Avoid sudden starts and stops; take
curves and corners at a reasonable speed. • Avoid driving over curbs, sharp
objects or chuckholes. • Have wheel alignment checked periodically, especially
when tires show unusual wear . • Rotate the tires every 6,000 miles as shown.
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