Know The Correct Size And Pressure Of SUV Tires

2007-03-08 10:33:40

( Automobiles )



There are things that you should know about SUV tires. As you must have learned from news reports, SUV safety has become a paramount concern after authorities noted a spate of SUV accidents. You surely would want to ensure that your SUV shall remain safe on the road, and one critical safety factor is the proper use of SUV tires.

The Correct Size of SUV Tires

You should always have the correct tires on your SUV. You will not know what the correct tires are by looking at the ones currently installed on it. The accurate source of the correct speed rating and size of SUV tires is the manufacturer's recommended specifications, which you'll find on the door jamb (although sometimes, this is on the glove compartment). There are numbers and letters in the information, which your tire dealer can interpret for you.

It is important that you buy only tires that conform to those specifications. If you put on the wrong SUV tires, you'll probably notice that your car does not ride well. Your car's design calls for a specific tire size that will provide you the best in driving comfort and SUV safety.

The Correct Tire Pressures

You must maintain the right pressure on your SUV tires. Check tire pressures at least once a month when the tires are cold. Tires will leak air over time: industry tests showed that tires can lose about half a pound per square inch of pressure per month. You will find the correct pressure for your SUV tires on the door jamb information. Do not use the maximum pressure indicated on the tire's sidewall.

Tire experts warn that under-inflated tires will heat up faster than properly inflated ones. Do not over-inflate your SUV tires either; the tire pressure will increase as the air gets hotter. This increases your risks of blowouts.


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