Mahindra THAR CRDe 2015 Owner's Manual page 67

WHEELS AND TIRES
Inflation pressures specified on the placard are always cold tire inflation pressures.
Cold tire inflation pressure is defined as the tire pressure after the vehicle has not
been driven for at least three hours, or driven less than 1 km after a three-hour
period. Check tire pressures more often if subject to a wide range of outdoor
temperatures, as tire pressures vary with temperature changes. Tire pressures
change by approximately 1 psi (7 kPa) per 7°C of air temperature change. Keep this
in mind when checking tire pressure inside a garage, especially in the winter.
When it was new, the spare tire in your vehicle was fully inflated. However, a spare
tire can lose pressure over time. In order to avoid being stranded, check the spare
tire air pressure frequently.
11.2.2 Inflating Your Tires
Safe operation of your vehicle requires that your tires are properly inflated.
Remember that a tire can lose up to half of its air pressure without appearing flat.
At least once a month or before long trips, inspect each tire and check the tire
pressure with a tire gauge (including spare tire). Inflate all tires to the recommended
inflation pressure.
Under-inflation is the most common cause of tire failures and may result in
severe tire cracking, tread separation or "blowout", with unexpected loss of
vehicle control and increased risk of injury. Under-inflation increases sidewall
flexing and rolling resistance, resulting in heat buildup and internal damage to
the tire. It also may result in unnecessary tire stress, irregular wear, loss of
vehicle control and accidents.
Always inflate your tires to the recommended pressure even if it is less than the
maximum inflation pressure information found on the tire. The recommended tire
inflation pressure is found on the Tire Label which is located on the front passenger
side inner B-pillar. Failure to follow the tire pressure recommendations can cause
uneven tread wear patterns and adversely affect the way your vehicle handles.
11-4
If you overfill the tire, release air by pushing the metal stem in the center of the
valve. Then recheck the pressure.
After inspecting or adjusting the tire pressure, always reinstall the valve stem
cap (if equipped). This will prevent moisture and dirt from entering the valve
stem, which could damage the stem, resulting in an unexpected loss of tire
pressure, an accident and/or personal injury.
11.2.3 Radial Ply Tires
Combining radial ply tires with other types of tires on your vehicle will cause
your vehicle to handle poorly, resulting in an accident and/or personal injury.
Always use radial tires in sets of four. Never combine them with other types of
tires.
Cuts and punctures in radial tires are repairable only in the tread area because
of sidewall flexing. Consult your authorized dealer for radial tire repairs.
11.2.4 Tread Wear Indicators (TWI)
Tread wear indicators are molded into the bottom of the tread grooves. They will
appear as bands when the tread depth becomes 1/16 inch (2 mm). When the
indicators appear in two or more adjacent grooves, the tire should be replaced.
Avoid abrupt maneuvering and braking. This can cause tire deterioration and
lead to loss of steering or braking control.
© Copyright Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd.042015