Chevrolet 1997 Cavalier Owner's Manual download pdf (Page 283)

Underinflated tires pose the same danger as

overloaded tires. The resulting accident

could cause serious injury. Check

all

tires

frequently to maintain the recommended

pressure. Tire pressure should be checked

when your tires are cold.

cut, punctured or broken by

a

sudden

impact

--

such

as

when you hit

a

pothole.

Keep tires at the recommended pressure.

Worn, old tires can cause accidents. If your

tread is

badly

worn, or if your tires have

been damaged, replace them.

0

Overinflated tires are more likely to be

Inflation

--

Tire Pressure

The Tire-Loading Information label, which is on the

rear

edge of the driver’s door, shows the correct

inflation pressures

for

your tires when they’re cold.

“Cold” means your vehicle has been sitting for at least

three hours or driven

no

more than

1

mile

(1.6

km).

NOTICE:

Don’t let anyone tell you that underinflation or

overinflation is

all

right. It’s not.

If

your tires

don’t have enough air (underinflation), you can

get the following:

0

Too much flexing

0

Too much heat

0

Tire overloading

Bad wear

0

Bad handling

0

Bad

fuel economy.

If your tires have too much

you can get the following:

0

Unusual wear

Bad handling

0

Rough ride

air (overinfl

0

Needless damage from road hazards.

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