Posts Tagged ‘Tire Pressure’
The Lowdown On Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems
If your vehicle is a 2008 or newer (and some earlier models), it has a Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS). It is designed to do exactly what its name suggests–keep tabs on tire pressure and alert the driver if the pressure in one or more tires falls more than 25 percent below the manufacturer’s recommendations.…
Read MoreBasic Tire Care Tips
Taking care of your vehicle’s tires is a simple way to get the most mileage out of them, as well as enduring reliability and avoiding unnecessary problems down the road. Get a quality tire gauge and get in the habit of checking your tire pressure each time you fill up your gas tank. At minimum,…
Read MoreMy Tire Pressure Warning Light Came On Recently
My tire pressure warning light came on recently. What does that mean? It means that one or more of your tires has low air pressure. The dashboard warning light, which looks like a cross-section of a tire with some lines in it, comes on when the tire pressure is 20% below what the auto manufacturer…
Read MoreHappily Ever After With Your Car
If you want to add more years to the relationship between you and your car, give it a little extra attention this Valentine’s Day in the form of an oil change, tune-up or other loving service to make sure it runs happily ever after. Just a little extra care can lead to a longer life…
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