Tire PSI Question...205/45/16 ?
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Tire PSI Question...205/45/16 ?
I have falken ziex 512's on 16' konig heliums...On the side wall of the tire the "Max PSI" read's 50. My question is what PSI should i set the front / rears to? When I went to the gas station I pumped the fronts up to 50 psi because they looked flat and were starting to wear funny, Probably because most of the vehicles weight is set on the front tires. I think the tires read "40" PSI when I filled them up. Any help would be appreciated! Thanks in advance.
Also - The vehicle is a 2000 Honda Civic DX Hatch, daily driven, stock motor.
Also - The vehicle is a 2000 Honda Civic DX Hatch, daily driven, stock motor.
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Re: Tire PSI Question...205/45/16 ? (Type Ek)
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What air pressure should I use in my tires?
As a general rule, regardless of wheel or tire size or type, the best place to start is with the pressure recommended for your CAR, as shown in your owner's manual and on your car either on the door jamb or glove compartment door. Measure the pressure when the car has been sitting for several hours out of the sun, at the outside temperature at which the car will be used. Adjust from there in 2 psi increments as needed, based on tire wear and your preference for handling and/or ride comfort.
Do NOT set the pressure to the maximum pressure indicated on the sidewall of your tire.
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Low profile tires may look flat when they are inflated normally. You need to check them regularly with a tire pressure gauge to set them to the recommended pressure (as noted above) and to make sure they are not losing air. If they are actually losing pressure over time, then there is probably a puncture and you should take it to a tire shop or mechanic to get the tire repaired.
If they are wearing funny, that could have any of several causes, including a bad alignment, a suspension problem (bent control arm, worn bushings), etc. Put it up on a lift to inspect it, and get an alignment.
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What air pressure should I use in my tires?
As a general rule, regardless of wheel or tire size or type, the best place to start is with the pressure recommended for your CAR, as shown in your owner's manual and on your car either on the door jamb or glove compartment door. Measure the pressure when the car has been sitting for several hours out of the sun, at the outside temperature at which the car will be used. Adjust from there in 2 psi increments as needed, based on tire wear and your preference for handling and/or ride comfort.
Do NOT set the pressure to the maximum pressure indicated on the sidewall of your tire.
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Low profile tires may look flat when they are inflated normally. You need to check them regularly with a tire pressure gauge to set them to the recommended pressure (as noted above) and to make sure they are not losing air. If they are actually losing pressure over time, then there is probably a puncture and you should take it to a tire shop or mechanic to get the tire repaired.
If they are wearing funny, that could have any of several causes, including a bad alignment, a suspension problem (bent control arm, worn bushings), etc. Put it up on a lift to inspect it, and get an alignment.
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Re: Tire PSI Question...205/45/16 ? (vtecsi00)
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Even that's too high for street use. Stick to the pressures recommended for your car.
Even that's too high for street use. Stick to the pressures recommended for your car.
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