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How
to Properly Check Tire Pressure and Condition for Safety
Author:
David Maillie
Tire pressure
and condition is one of the most overlooked safety aspects on
our cars. Most people just assume their tires are fine and that
they will be safe because they look okay - the tires are not
flat. Rarely do we ever see someone get out a tire pressure
gauge and check their tire pressure or place their hands on
the tire and feel for roundness and irregularities. What most
people don't know is that proper tire pressure will improve
your gas mileage, make your brakes and suspension system last
longer, and it will improve your gas mileage. According to AAA,
it is ideal to have your tires pressure and condition checked
for safety every time you fill up your gas tank and prior to
any long drives or vacations.
Before checking
your tire pressure you should check your tires condition. Your
tires are what holds you to the road and if there are any irregular
wear patterns, bubbles and cracks, etc. your safety can be greatly
compromised. Look over all your tires. Place the palm of your
hand on the tire and feel it is it round? This may sound obvious,
but you can quickly find early signs of cupping (which can indicate
bad struts), irregular wear (could be improperly balanced wheels),
cracks, and deep wear that would make your tires unsafe.
Take out
a penny and make sure Lincoln's head is buried in the tread.
If it isn't that means you need to replace your tires. Every
time I go to the local grocery store half of the cars I see
have bald or nearly bald tires and tires in bad condition. This
can cause hydroplaning and very unsafe conditions if the roads
were wet from a recent rain. If you notice anything irregular
take your car to a service station. Have your tire condition
checked and have your tires replaced as necessary as your safety
may be compromised by worn tires or another tire condition (Walmart's
service stations will check your tires for free).
To properly
check your tires pressure you must use a tire pressure gauge.
Going by look or feel isn't good enough. Just because the tire
doesn't look flat doesn't mean you didn't over or under inflate
it. Your car or trucks owners manual will tell you the recommended
tire pressure for your tires. Check all four tires and your
spare. You wouldn't believe the number of people that assume
their spare is fine and haven't checked it in 3 or more years.
Some don't even know if they have a spare or tire changing tools.
Some people don't even know where to look for their spare tire
or how to change a tire.
Most tire
pressure gauges have an indicator that will be pushed out by
the amount of pressure in your tire. More expensive ones are
digital. Both are rudimentary and easy to use. If you find you
are under inflated most gas stations have an air pump. Fill
and check again to ensure proper pressure. Always replace the
caps when you are done. This keeps the elements out and corrosion
can and does cause leaks. If you have too much pressure then
let some out by pressing a key or screwdriver into the release
valve and then check it again. If your tires have too much pressure
it can cause them to prematurely wear in the middle and reduce
the actual area of the tire that meets the road and can reduce
your safety.
There you
have it, how to properly check your tires condition and pressure
for safety. By having safe tires you are increasing both your
safety and the safety of those around you.
About
the Author:
David Maillie is an alumni of Cornell University and specializes
in automotive safety products and information. He holds numerous
patents and awards for his patented headlight cleaner and restorer.
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