Tire Pressure - Cadillac 2014 SRX Owner's Manual

bands, sometimes called wear
bars, that show across the tread
of a tire when only 1.6 mm
(1/16 in) of tread remains. See
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information system that provides
consumers with ratings for a
tire's traction, temperature, and
treadwear. Ratings are
determined by tire
manufacturers using
government testing procedures.
The ratings are molded into the
sidewall of the tire. See
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number of designated seating
positions multiplied by
Narrow 68 kg (150 lb) plus the rated
cargo load. See
Load on an individual tire
due to curb weight, accessory
weight, occupant weight, and
cargo weight.
A tire
permanently attached to a
vehicle showing the vehicle
capacity weight and the original
equipment tire size and
recommended inflation pressure.
See Tire and Loading
Information Label under
Tires need the correct amount of
The
air pressure to operate
effectively.
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Neither tire underinflation nor
overinflation is good.
Underinflated tires, or tires
that do not have enough air,
can result in:
A label
Overinflated tires, or tires that
.
have too much air, can
result in:
Tire overloading and
overheating which could
lead to a blowout.
Premature or
irregular wear.
Poor handling.
Reduced fuel economy.
Unusual wear.
Poor handling.
Rough ride.
Needless damage from
road hazards.