Tire Pressure; Checking Tire Pressure; Figure 16. Tire And Loading Information Label (Example) - Tiffin Motorhomes VANLEIGH BEACON Owner's Manual

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Load Limits are determined by the tire size and the greatest amount of weight each tire can
safely carry.
Tire Pressure is the amount of air pressure a tire requires to be properly inflated. It is mea-
sured in pounds per square inch (PSI). Tire pressure affects your RV's overall performance
and provides the load-carrying capacity.
The proper tire pressure for your vehicle is referred to as the "cold inflation pressure." You
will also find this number on the Tire and Loading Information placard, expressed in both
PSI and kilopascals (KPA), the metric measurement used internationally.
It is difficult to obtain the recommended tire pressure when the tires are not cold.

cHEcKING TIRE PRESSURE

It is important to check your vehicle's tire pressure at least once a month for the following
reasons:
• Most tires may naturally lose air over time.
• Tires can lose air suddenly if you drive over a pothole or other object or if you strike the
curb when parking.
• With radial tires, it is usually not possible to determine under-inflation by visual inspec-
tion.
For safety and convenience, purchase a tire pressure gauge to keep in your vehicle. They are
sold at auto parts stores, hardware stores and many other retail outlets.
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T I R E P R E S S U R E

Figure 16. Tire and Loading Information Label (Example)

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