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Measure
your tire pressure at least once a
month, using a good-quality tire
pressure gauge. Measure the pressure
when the tires are cold. Don’t forget
the spare. |
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Before
inflating your tires, check the
recommended tire pressure for your
vehicle. This information is usually on
the tire information label – normally
located on the edge of the driver’s
door, the door post, the glove box or
the fuel door. This information can also
be found in your owner’s manual.
Don’t use the pressure indicated on the
tire. It’s the maximum pressure, not
necessarily the recommended one. |
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When
inflating your tires, make sure the air
pump hose valve and tire valves are free
of dirt and other obstructions. Make
sure the tire valves have caps. |
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Always
measure tire pressure before going on a
long trip. |
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Once a month,
inspect tires for uneven tread wear,
cuts or cracks, bulges, foreign objects
or other signs of wear or trauma. |
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Rotate your tires on a regular basis.
Check your
owner’s manual to find out how – and how
often – tires should be rotated. |
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Buy the
most appropriate tires for your vehicle
and your driving needs. |
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When
installing new tires, always make sure
tires of the same type, size, speed
rating and load index are on all four
wheels. |
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Register
your new tires with the manufacturer
upon purchase. |
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Don’t
overload your vehicle. The tire
information label indicates the maximum
recommended load. |
