1996 Chevrolet Cavalier Owner's Manual - Page 275

Inflation -- Tire Pressure The Tire-Loading Information label which on the rear is edge of the driver's door shows the correct inflation pressures for your tires when they're cold. "Cold" means your vehicle has been sittingfor at least three hours or driven no more than 1 mile (1.6 km). NOTICE: (Continued) If your tires have too muchair (overinflation), you can get the following: Unusual wear Bad handling Rough ride Needless damage from road hazards. NOTICE: Don't let anyone tell you that underinflation or overinflation is all right. It's not. If your tires don't have enough air (underinflation), you can get the following: Too much flexing Too much heat Tire overloading Bad wear Bad handling Bad fuel economy. NOTICE: (Continued) When to Check Check your tires once a month or more. Don't forget your compact spare tire. It should be at 60 psi (420 P a ) . How to Check 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 tires may look properly inflated even when they're underinflated. Be sureto put the valve caps back on the valve stems. They help prevent leaks by keeping out and dirt moisture. 6-37