1996 Cadillac Seville Owner's Manual - Page 296

pressures to those listed on the Tire-Loading Information label. When toCheck Check your tires once a month or more. Don't forget your compact spare.tire. It should beat 60 psi (420 kPa). How to Check NOTICE: Don't let anyone tell you that underinflation or overinflation is all right. It's not. If your tires don't have enoughair (underinflation), you can get thefollowing: 0 Too much flexing 0 Too much heat 0 Tire overloading 0 Bad wear 0 Bad handling 0 Bad fuel economy. If your tires have much air (overinflation), too you can get the following: Unusualwear. 0 Bad handling Roughride 0 Needless damage from road hazards. Use a mod quality pocket-type gage to check tire pressure. You can't tellif 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 the valve stems. on They help prevent leaks by keeping out dirt moisture. and Tire Inspection and Rotation Tires should be inspected 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 for New Tires" and "Wheel Replacement" later in this section for more information. 6-37