Inflate.
Rotate.
Evaluate.
How to maintain your tires
Why Tires Lose Pressure
Tires can lose one psi (pount per square inch) per month under normal conditions.
Additionally, tires can lose 1 psi for every 10° F temperature drop.
Just a look won’t do it. your eyes can decieve you, so rely on a good tire gauge for an accurate reading.
Look for the manufacturer’s recommended air pressure listed on the stickers of your vehicle’s door jamb or owner’s manual.
Always check your air pressure to make sure it’s up to standards, especially if you’re carrying extra weight.
Lower pressure increases heat.
Infrared photography of tires tested at high speeds. Damaging heat increases inflation as pressure drops.
Air Pressure – Monthly Check
For accuracy, check your air pressure with a tire gauge when tires are cold.
Driving heats up tires and makes the reading incorrect.
Tire Rotation
For maximum mileage, rotate your tires every 5,000 miles
Follow the correct rotation patterns.
Note: Some tires are “directional”. Your tires may need to be rotated front to back, not side to side. These tires should have an arrow on the sidewall pointing in the correct direction of the rotation.
Tire Wear – Visual Check
Check for obvious signs of wear.
Place a penny in the tire. If you can see the top of Lincoln’s head, the treads are worn and need replacing.
Inflate.
Check your tire pressure monthly.
Rotate.
Rotate tires every 5,000 miles.
Evaluate.
Routinely look for signs of tread wear or damage.