Chevrolet 2001 manual Inflation -- Tire Pressure, When to Check, How to Check

Inflation -- Tire Pressure

The Certification/Tire label, which is on the driver's door edge, above the door latch, shows the correct inflation pressures for your tires when they're cold. ªColdº means your vehicle has been sitting for at least three hours or driven no more than 1 mile (1.6 km).

NOTICE:

Don't let anyone tell you that underinflation or overinflation is all right. It's not. If your tires don't have enough air (underinflation), you can get the following:

DToo much flexing

DToo much heat

DTire overloading

DBad wear

DBad handling

DBad fuel economy.

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If your tires have too much air (overinflation), you can get the following:

DUnusual wear

DBad handling

DRough ride

DNeedless damage from road hazards.

When to Check

Check your tires once a month or more. Also, check the tire pressure of the spare tire.

If you have a compact spare tire, it should be at 60 psi (420 kPa).

How to Check

Use a good quality pocket-type gage to check tire pressure. You can't tell if your tires are properly inflated simply by looking at them. Radial tires may look properly inflated even when they're underinflated.

Be sure to put the valve caps back on the valve stems. They help prevent leaks by keeping out dirt and moisture.

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