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Flats and Tire Pressure
Tire pressure is commonly measured in either pounds per square inch (PSI) or in kilo pascals (kPa). Improper tire pressure may cause vehicles to run flat and may consequently result in a serious accident.
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What is the recommended tire pressure for a 2008 infinity G35 sedan during winter?
Same as it is during the summer
Tire pressure for a 255 70 18?
The tire sidewall will list the max pressure.
Check the owners manual or the driver door jamb sticker for the correct pressure for the vehicle
Which tire is taller p235 r 7017 or p255 r 6517?
That would be the 255.
a typical tire p195/60r16
* P - Type of tire * 195 - width of the tire across the tread in millimeters * 60 - Aspect ratio of the sidewall compared to the width * R - Radial construction * 16 - Diameter of the rim in inches * 63 - Tire's load rating * H - Tire's speed rating * M+S - Tire is suitable for all-season driving
205 is the width of your tire the 65 is an aspect ratio that determines how tall the tire is compared to the width
How do you reset the low tire pressure light on a 08 dodge charger?
They are supposed to automatically reset once the pressure in each tire is above 32 psi - make sure all tire pressures are WELL above 32 psi and check the light. If it's still illuminated, there is likely a problem in the system - take it to a trusted mechanic and have them look at that system.
What is the Tire pressure for Ford Focus?
look on the tire, there will be a number around 3- 4.5 it will tell you the mex tore pressure.
That is incorrect and only tells you the maximum pressure the tire can handle.
A vehicles recommended tire pressure will be on the inside of the fuel fill door.
**Actually the recommended tire pressure may be in more than one spot. I personally have never seen it on the inside of the fuel fill door after working 10+ years as a technician. More often than not you will find it on a label that is put on the drivers door itself or the door sill. It can be seen with the door ajar. The recommended tire pressures on this label are only applicable to the tire size that came standard with the car new.
You should actually never use MAX tire pressure that is printed on the tire itself as it will expand when the tire warms up from normal driving. It is just as dangerous to drive on underinflated tires as well because the tire will flex more during normal driving and cause it to heat up even more than usual, which in an extreme situation could cause it to fail structurally.
The air pressure for this vehicle is usually around 32psi for all four for the majority of the model line.**
What is the correct tire pressure for a Harley Davidson Heritage classic FXSTC?
http://www.drivegreen.com/Motorcycle_Tire_Pressure/HARLEY-DAVIDSON.shtml
FXSTC is a Softail Custom with tire pressure 30 psi front tire and 40 psi rear tire. Heritage Softail is FLSTC WITH 36 psi front tire and 40 psi rear tire. Hope this is helpful.
How can you tell if your tires are radial?
On the side of the tire there is a big long number such as P225/50R16 91S If the letter in the position where R is is R they are radials. 98% of tires nowadays are radials
It necessary to buy a new spare?
New, no, but it is important to have a spare that holds air if you need to use it.
Is there a tire pressure in the spare tire in a Explorer 2004?
NO - there isn't a pressure sensor inside the spare
Why is it better to ckeck tire pressure when its cold?
you should always check your tire inflation pressure when your tires are cold, and inflate them to the recommended pressure at that time.
A good estimate to use when comparing tire pressure to air temperature is for every 10 degrees F, tire pressure will adjust by 1 psi. For example, if the outside air temperature increases 10 degrees, the tire pressure will increase by 1 psi. Conversely, if the air temperature falls 10 degrees, the tire pressure will decrease by 1 psi.
Can you replace 18565R14 tires with 18565R15 tires?
Only if you have 15 inch rims that fit the vehicle.
May I add that if you want to keep the overall diameter the same as the OEM 185/65-14 tire and keep your speedometer accurate you will need to install a 165/65-16. The 185/65-15 tire is exactly i" too large in overall diameter and your speedometer will read 57.5 at a true 60 mph. You can also install a 175/60-15 which is a good swap.
Why does a tire need to be inflated to a pressure three times above normal air pressure?
Not all tires need to be inflated to three times normal air pressure. In fact there is a great variety of air pressures that are recommended for tires that can range from just a low number (3 - 4 psi) to sometimes reaching 100 psi (pounds per squiare inch) and more.
The amount of pressure depends on the size of the tire and the amount of weight it needs to carry. If a tire is being used to carry a heavy load, it will need more air pressure to carry that load --providing the size of the tire stays the same.
A very skinny bicycle tire can sometimes need as much as 90 psi to carry an adult rider without going flat but if you put on a fat tire (which has much more air in it) you won't need to pump it up to be so hard.
How do you reset the tire pressure sensors on a 2008 trailblazer?
The TPMS sensor matching process for 08 TrailBlazer LT is outlined below:
Set the parking brake.
Turn the ignition switch to ON/RUN with the engine off.
Turn the headlamp control from off to parking lamps four times within three seconds. A double horn chirp will sound and the TPMS low tire warning light will begin to flash. The double horn chirp and flashing TPMS warning light indicate that the TPMS matching process has started. The TPMS warning light should continue flashing throughout the matching procedure.
Start with the driver side front tire.
Remove the valve cap from the valve cap stem. Activate the TPMS sensor by increasing or decreasing the tire's air pressure for 10 seconds, then stop and listen for a single horn chirp. The single horn chirp should sound within 15 seconds, confirming that the sensor identification code has been matched to this tire and wheel position. If you do not hear the confirming single horn chirp, you will need to start over with step number one.
Proceed to the passenger side front tire, and repeat the procedure in Step 5.
Proceed to the passenger side rear tire, and repeat the procedure in Step 5.
Proceed to the driver side rear tire, and repeat the procedure in Step 5.
After hearing the confirming horn chirp for the driver's side rear tire, check to see if the TPMS warning light is still flashing. If yes, turn the ignition switch to LOCK/OFF to exit the sensor matching process. If the TPMS warning light is not flashing, the five minute time limit has passed and you will need to start the process over beginning with Step 1.
Set all four tires to the recommended air pressure level
That depends on the system. Some do, some need to be taught the locations.
What is the recommended tire pressure on a 2007 Chevy Tahoe?
A tire and loading information label is attached to the trucks center pillar below the drivers door lock post this label lists your trucks orignal equipment tires and their recommended tire inflation info.
I have a 2007 Tahoe and i put 32 psi in all four and it does fine.
Does temperature affect tire pressure?
Yes, if the weather is hot - Air in the tire will expand slightly and will have an effect on the pressure as it wants to take up more room in size. If the weather is cold the air will contract and more air will be needed - the reason for the extra air is so that the tire doesn't go down. The Math: Pressure increases directly with Temperature. So there's an easy formula to use.
Since 0 psig in a tire is really 14.7 psia and 0oC is really 273oK the temperature and pressure for the tires you fill is Start Pressure = (Pressure on the gauge + 14.7) psia, and Start Temperature = (Measured temp +273) . Temperature at the end = End Temperature = (Measured temp in C + 273), and pressure at the new temperature = End Pressure So: End Pressure = Start Pressure x End Temperature / Start Temperature Since End Pressure includes an extra 14.7 psia, subtract it out and that's the pressure on the gauge in psig.
What is the tire pressure for a 1998 Ford Contour?
The OEM recommended tire pressure is listed in your owners manual, and on the drivers door post, or another location, such as the glove box, trunk, console, etc. If you look you will find it.
Where is the wheel jack located on a Clio 1997?
On my 93 clio its under the bonnet inside the little just in front of the window under the plastic cowling, dunno if it is the same for a 97 model tho
Remove the valve stem, then remove the tire on one side of rim. If it's a tube type, then remove the tube and pump in air to the tube find leak. Use a tire patch kit to fix the hole and check the tire to see if somthing is sticking through it. If so remove it, reinstall the tube, replace the tire side back on to the rim, put the valve stem back in, and then pump it up.
If not the tube type, replace valve stem, pump in air to find the leak, and use a rod type seal for tubless type tires.
One of the easiest ways to fix a flat tire is to patch the tire. You can get patches at any auto parts store. Remove wheel from bike
Remove tube from tire
Inflate tube
Submerge tube in water, look for bubbles.
Once leak is located remove tube from water, dry area where the hole is. Scuff tube for an area around the hole, about the size of a keyring. Apply a rubber glue called solution, allow to dry almost through. When no longer sticky to touch, apply repair patch. Press hard for awhile. Reinstall, reinflate, ride.
