Tire Pressure; Tire Inspection And Rotation - Chevrolet 1995 Lumina Owner's Manual

Inflation
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Tire Pressure
When to Check
The Tire-Loading Information label which is on the
inside of the trunk lid shows the correct inflation
pressures for your tires, when they're cold. "Cold"
means your vehicle has been sitting for at least three
hours or driven no more than a mile.
NOTICE:
Don't let anyone tell you that underinflation or
overinflation is a l l right. It's not. If' your
tires
don't
have enough air (underinflation) you can get:
0
Too much flexing
0
Too much heat
Tire overloading
0
Bad wear
0
Bad handling
0
Bad fuel economy.
If your tires have too much air (overinflation),
you can get:
0
Unusual wear
0
Bad handling
e Rough ride
0
Needless damage from road hazards.
I
Check your tires once a month or more.
Don't forget your compact spare tire. It should be at
60 psi (420 Wa).
How
to Check
Use a good quality pocket-type gage to check tire
pressure. Simply looking at the tires will not tell you the
pressure, especially if you have radial tires
--
which
may look properly inflated even if they're underinflated.
If your tires have valve caps, be sure to put them back
on. They help prevent leaks by keeping out dirt and
moisture.
Tire Inspection and Rotation
Tires should be inspected every 6,000 to 8,000 miles
(10 000 to 13 000
km)
for any signs of unusual wear. If
unusual wear is present, rotate your tires as soon as
possible and check wheel alignment. Also check for
damaged tires or wheels. See "When It's Time for New
Tires" and "Wheel Replacement" later in this section for
more information.
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