1995 Chevrolet Lumina Owner's Manual - Page 234

Inflation Tire Pressure The Tire-Loading Information label which is on the inside of the trunk lid shows correct inflation the pressures for your tires, when they're cold. "Cold" means your vehicle has been sitting at least three for hours or driven no more than mile. a - When to Check Check your tires once month or more. a Don't forget your compact spare It should be at tire. 60 psi (420 Wa). How to Check Use a good quality pocket-type gage to check tire pressure. Simply looking at the tires will not tell you the pressure, especially if you have radial tires which -may look properly inflated even they're underinflated. if NOTICE: Don't let anyone tell you underinflation or that overinflation is a l right. It's not. If'your tires don't l have enough air (underinflation) you can get: 0 Too much flexing 0 Too much heat Tire overloading 0 Bad wear 0 Bad handling 0 Bad fuel economy. If your tires have much air (overinflation), too you can get: 0 Unusual wear 0 Bad handling e Rough ride 0 Needless damage from road hazards. If your tires have valve caps, be sure to put them back on. They help prevent leaks by keeping out dirt and moisture. Tire Inspection and Rotation Tires should be inspected every 6,000 to 8,000 miles (10 000 to 13 000 km) for any signs of unusual wear. If unusual wear is present, rotate your tires as soon as possible and check wheel alignment. Also check for damaged tires or wheels. "When It's Timefor New See Tires" and "Wheel Replacement" later in this section for more information. I 6-36 ..