1997 Chevrolet Malibu Owner's Manual - Page 257

NOTICE: 0 0 0 Underinflated tirespose the same danger as overloaded tires. The resulting accident could cause serious injury. Check all tires frequently to maintain the recommended pressure. Tire pressure should be checked when your tiresare cold. Overinflated tires are morelikely to be cut, punctured or broken by a sudden impact such aswhen you hit a pothole. Keep tires at the recommended pressure. Worn, old tires can cause accidents. If your tread is badly worn,or if your tires have been damaged, replace them. -- Inflation -- Tire Pressure The Tire-Loading Information label, which is on the rear edge of the driver's side rear passenger door, shows the correct inflation pressures your tires when for they're cold. "Cold" means your vehicle has been sitting for at least three hours driven no more than 1 mile or (1.6 km). Don't let anyonetell you that underinflationor overinflation is all right.It's not. If your tires don't have enough (underinflation), can air you get the following: 0 Too much flexing Too much heat 0 Tire overloading 0 Bad wear Bad handling Bad fuel economy. If your tires have much air(overinflation), too you can get the following: Unusual wear 0 Bad handling Rough ride Needless damage from road hazards. 6-36