SX4 2WD L4-2.0L (2007)
Inflation of Tires Description
Inflation of Tires Description
The pressure recommended for any model is carefully calculated to give a satisfactory ride, stability, steering, tread wear, tire life and resistance to
bruises.
Tire pressure, with tires cold, (after vehicle has set for 3 hours or more, or driven less than one mile) should be checked monthly or before any
extended trip. Set to the specifications on the tire placard located on the side of instrument panel.
It is normal for tire pressure increase when the tires become hot during driving. Do not bleed or reduce tire pressure after driving. Bleeding reduces
the "Cold Inflation Pressure."
NOTE: Valve caps should be kept on valves to keep dust and water out.
Higher than recommended pressure can cause:
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Hard ride
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Tire bruising or carcass damage
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Rapid tread wear at center of tire
Unequal pressure on same axle can cause:
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Uneven braking
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Steering lead
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Reduced handling
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Swerve on acceleration
Lower than recommended pressure can cause:
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Tire squeal on turns
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Hard steering
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Rapid and uneven wear on the edges of the tread
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Tire rim bruises and rupture
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Tire cord breakage
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High tire temperatures
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Reduced handling
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High fuel consumption
Tire Placard Description
Tire Placard Description
The tire placard is located on the driver's side door lock pillar and should be referred to for tire information. The placard lists the maximum load, tire
size and cold tire pressure where applicable.
Wear Indicators Description
Wear Indicators Description
Original equipment tires have built-in tread wear indicators (1) to show when they need replacement.
These indicators (1) will appear as 12 mm (0.47 in.) wide bands when the tire tread depth becomes 1.6 mm (0.063 in.).
When the indicators (1) appear in 3 or more grooves at 6 locations, tire replacement is recommended.
