30 PSI!!!??
RE: 30 PSI!!!??
Tires are often the most neglected parts of a vehicle. And yet, they are among the most important and easily cared for. By adopting these few simple tire maintenance practices, you can increase your vehicle's fuel efficiency, reduce harmful emissions, save money and make your vehicle safer.
[ul][*]Measure your tire pressure monthly using a good quality tire gauge. A visual inspection is not sufficient to detect under or over-inflation problems. [*]Have your tires aligned annually. [*]Tires should be balanced approximately every 20 000 km, or when drivers feel a vibration. [*]Rotate your tires regularly. [*]Monitor tread wear and replace tires when your tire tread is worn out. [*]Conduct a visual check for embedded stones, glass and other foreign objects that could work their way into the tire and cause a leak. [/ul]Alignment
Proper alignment is an important part of tire maintenance. Poor alignment will cause your tires to wear unevenly and you may experience handling problems, such as "pulling" or vibration. Poor alignment will also increase your fuel consumption. Common practice is to have your alignment checked annually, or every 25,000 km.
Balancing
Wheels need to be balanced. If they are out of balance, you may feel a pounding or shaking through the steering wheel or your seat. This pounding could shorten the life of suspension components, lead to uneven tire wear (bald spots) and increase fuel consumption.
Rotation
Regular rotation will minimize wear and prolong the life of your tires. Rotation will also reduce the risk of sudden tire failure.
Front tires work harder than rear tires as they must bear the scrubbing action of steering as well as rolling wear. You can prolong the life of your tires by rotating them. Full size spares should be part of the rotation pattern. Rotate your tires according to the vehicle manufacturer's recommendation, found in the owner's manual. Or, talk to your tire professional to find out how - and how often - the tires on your vehicle should be rotated. Common practice is to rotate tires approximately every 10,000 km.
Tread
Tires are designed to grip the road, allowing your vehicle to start, stop and go around corners safely in any weather. The treads that accomplishes this wear out over time, but drivers can take precautionary steps to prolong the life of their tires.
Properly maintaining your tires will increase their life. It is extremely important to check your tire treads for signs of wear. Proper treads allow for normal handling of your vehicle and help prevent skidding and hydroplaning. Tires are manufactured with a "wear bar" that tells you when there is less than 1.6 mm (2/32 inch) of tread depth remaining - when you see this wear bar, the tire must be replaced. You could also try the penny test: place a penny in the tire's groove with the Queen's crown facing down. If you can see the top of the Queen's crown, the tire needs replacing.
Damage
It is important to perform regular visual inspections of your tires for signs of damage and excessive wear. Look for embedded objects, such as rocks, nails or glass. Catching problems early can save you money and prevent a sudden tire failure.
Storage
When not in use, tires should be stored upright in an indoor location, out of direct sunlight or exposure to strong artificial light, heat, ozone (electrical motors) and hydrocarbons. If tires are stored on their rims, the pressure should be reduced to approximately 15 psi to avoid cracking or deformation.
Joined: Jul 2006
Posts: 6,482
From: Southwestern OH
RE: 30 PSI!!!??
Let's talk alignment for a minute.
I swear my girlfriend hit every single pot hole and stress crack on I-75 & I-275 on the way to/from the Monte Nats last week.
(who's idea was it anyways to let her drive my car?)
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I swear my girlfriend hit every single pot hole and stress crack on I-75 & I-275 on the way to/from the Monte Nats last week.
(who's idea was it anyways to let her drive my car?)
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Monte Of The Month -- August 2007
Joined: Sep 2006
Posts: 5,231
RE: 30 PSI!!!??
I just about wore out my winter Michelin Pilots at 30psi. Centers are almost gone. I'm running 28.5psi im my BFG 18's. 30psi was too much.
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RE: 30 PSI!!!??
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Well i think I heard that mike FlynhghR runs 40 in his!? Im so confused...lol I want good gas mileage, This morning they were at 27 psi then I started driving they got up to 31, but i dunno. The dealer was like well this is whats throwing your service tire message. So he went to scan them all, cause the RF tire wasnt even giving a read out, and his scanner wasnt able to read the car, so im getting a whole new system. And the 6 way power seat, the front wont adjust up or down...so i get a new one of those as well... weird. And also with the remote transmitter, I cant get it to activate till im at least 50 ft from it. He said that also is tied into the Tire Pressure Sensor... so well see how it goes when I get it back tomorrow.
Well i think I heard that mike FlynhghR runs 40 in his!? Im so confused...lol I want good gas mileage, This morning they were at 27 psi then I started driving they got up to 31, but i dunno. The dealer was like well this is whats throwing your service tire message. So he went to scan them all, cause the RF tire wasnt even giving a read out, and his scanner wasnt able to read the car, so im getting a whole new system. And the 6 way power seat, the front wont adjust up or down...so i get a new one of those as well... weird. And also with the remote transmitter, I cant get it to activate till im at least 50 ft from it. He said that also is tied into the Tire Pressure Sensor... so well see how it goes when I get it back tomorrow.
I'm curious to know the outcome because I have the exact same issues with my car.
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Joined: Jun 2007
Posts: 377
From: Iowa
RE: 30 PSI!!!??
Got it back today. Got all new sensors, theres a TSB about it, new remotes and it works awesome. New tire monitor, its all tied in to the keyless entry and remote start keyfobs. Also got a new Seat base. Im happy, now i have to go back for the headlights. lol.
Joined: Jul 2007
Posts: 1,544
From: Wyoming
RE: 30 PSI!!!??
I'm about to take mine in for the pressure sensors, one quit all together, and the other likes to read 90 psi so I get the check pressure at every turn of the key, 'real' air gauge says an even 30. I try to keep all four around 30.
I thought that maybe those two sensors were just messing up because I've had slow leaks in both tires and have had them patched. But now I'm guessing that this is more of a general problem.
I thought that maybe those two sensors were just messing up because I've had slow leaks in both tires and have had them patched. But now I'm guessing that this is more of a general problem.
Joined: Nov 2006
Posts: 447
RE: 30 PSI!!!??
I've seen a few posts about the problems with thetire monitor / key fob thing / poor distance with remote. It seems to be on the 06 models. Does anyone know if it was still a problem with 07's. I haven't had any issues........yet????
