Paying attention to tire pressure is an essential part of car care, but it can seem arcane at first. Find out how to check your tire pressure below, then drive in to Helfman Ford for a full tire check-up and inspection today!
Checking and Deflating Tires
Remove the cap on your tire’s air valve and connect your tire pressure gauge to the stem. After a second or two, you’ll get a reading on your gauge, which you can compare to the range in your owner’s manual. If it’s too high, press the bead on the back of your gauge into the stem to let out air, then test again, letting out smaller amounts of air as you approach your range.
Inflating Tires
Fixing overinflation is simple, but inflating your tires requires an air compressor, whether at home or one that’s publicly available. Connect the compressor to the valve’s stem; some compressors may start automatically and some require you to use a lever. Again, occasionally use your gauge to check until your tire is in the proper range, then replace the cap and move onto the next tire.
Maintaining Tire Pressure
Keeping your tires properly pressurized gives you a smoother ride, better fuel economy, and puts less wear and tear on your tires, so you should make it part of your regular maintenance schedule. Check your tire pressure once a month and compare it to the range in your owner’s manual or on the door. You should always test when your tires haven’t been driven on in at least three hours, like a weekend morning.
Get Your Tires Serviced at Helfman Ford
Tire care is essential to a smooth, satisfying drive and a healthy car. Make an appointment with our Ford service team at Helfman Ford for a tire inspection, rotation, or replacement today!
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