What is the correct inflation pressure for my tires?
The pressure you will find written on the sidewalls of your tires is not the recommended pressure; it is the maximum pressure allowable for the tire, not the vehicle. The recommended pressure can be found in the owner’s manual and on a sticker affixed on a door jamb (most often the driver’s door), on the inside of the fuel filler door or, sometimes, on the inside of the glove compartment door. On a few sports cars, this sticker can be found under the trunk lid or underneath the engine hood. Inflate your tires to the standard recommended pressure unless you are carrying a heavy load; in this case, follow the manufacturer’s recommendations for a loaded vehicle if there are such recommendations. For sustained highway driving, drivers who want to improve fuel economy and reduce tire wear may choose to raise the tire pressure to the value(s) recommended for a loaded vehicle or highway driving. You should check tire pressure only when the tires are cold. Immediately after having used your ca
