2006 Chrysler Crossfire Owner's Manual - Page 159

STARTING AND OPERATING 159 TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION See general tire safety information included in the "If You Need Consumer Assistance" section of this manual. TIRES-GENERAL INFORMATION Please take time to read the tire warranty booklet in your Owner's Manual package. It contains valuable information on tire maintenance. Specific recommendations on guidelines for long-term tire storage should be requested of the tire manufacturer. Please refer to the tire warranty booklet for contact information. Tire Pressure Proper tire inflation pressure is essential to the safe and satisfactory operation of your vehicle. Three primary areas are affected by improper tire pressure: 1. Safety- WARNING! Improperly inflated tires are dangerous and can cause accidents. • Under inflation increases tire flexing and can result in tire failure. • Over inflation reduces a tire's ability to cushion shock. Objects on the road and chuck holes can cause damage that results in tire failure. • Unequal tire pressures can cause steering problems. You could lose control of your vehicle. • Over inflated or under inflated tires can affect vehicle handling and can fail suddenly, resulting in loss of vehicle control. • Unequal tire pressures from one side of the vehicle to the other can cause the vehicle to drift to the right or left. Always drive with each tire inflated to the recommended cold tire inflation pressure. 5