1998 Buick Riviera Owner's Manual - Page 281

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 checked be when your tires are cold. Overinflated tires are more likely 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 located on is the rear edge the driver's door shows the correct of inflation pressures for your tires when they're cold. "Cold" means your vehicle has been sitting at least for three hours or driven no more than mile (1.6 Ism). 1 Don't let anyone tell you that underinflationor overinflation is all right.It's not. If your tires don't have enough (underinflation),you can air get the following: 0 Too much flexing Too much heat Tire overloading Bad wear Bad handling 0 Bad fuel economy. If your tires have much air (overinflation), too you can get the following: Unusual wear Bad handling Rough ride 0 Needless damage from road hazards. 6-40