1998 Cadillac Eldorado Owner's Manual - Page 320

When to Check NOTICE: Don't let anyone tell you that underinflation or overinflation is all right. It's not. Ifyour tires don't have enough air (underinflation), you can get the following: Too much flexing Too much heat 0 Tire overloading 0 Bad wear Bad handling Bad fuel economy. I your tires have toomuch air (overinflation), f you can get the following: Unusual wear Bad handling 0 Rough ride 0 Needless damagefrom road hazards. Check your tires once a month or more. Don't forget your compact spare tire. It should be at 60 psi (420 Wa). How to Check a Use a good quality pocket-type gage to check tire pressure. You can't tell if your tires are properly inflated simply by looking at them. Radial tiresmay look properly inflated even when they're underinflated. Be sure to put the valve caps backon the valve stems. Theyhelp prevent leaks by keeping out dirt and moisture. Tire Inspection and Rotation Tires should be rotated every 6,000 to 8,000 miles ( 10 000 to 13 000 km). Any time you notice unusual wear, rotate your tires as soon as possible and check wheel alignment. Also check fordamaged tires or wheels. See "When It's Time for New Tires" and "Wheel Replacement" later in this section for more information.