1996 Chevrolet Tahoe Owner's Manual - Page 298

When to Check Check your tires once a month or more. Also, check the tire pressure of the spare tire. I FRT FRT 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 sure to put the valve caps back on the valve stems. They help prevent leaks by keeping out dirt and moisture. The purpose of regular rotation is to achieve more uniform wear for all tires on the vehicle. The first rotation is the most important. See "Scheduled Maintenance Services" in the Index for scheduled rotation intervals. When rotating your tires, always use one of the correct rotation patterns shown here. Tire Inspectionand Rotation Tires should beinspected 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. See "When It's Time forNew Tires" and "Wheel Replacement" later in this section for more information. 6-45