1997 Chevrolet Cavalier Owner's Manual - Page 284

When to Check Check your tires once a month more. or Don't forget your compact spare tire. It should be at 60 psi (420 P a ) . rotation is the most important. "Scheduled See Maintenance Services'' in the Index scheduled for rotation intervals. How to Check Use a good quality pocket-type gage check tire to pressure. You can't tell if your tires are properly inflated simply by looking at them. Radial tires may look properly inflatedeven when they're underinflated. Be sure to put the valve caps back on the valve stems. They help prevent leaks by keeping out dirt moisture. and n I 1 * Tire Inspectionand Rotation Tires should be rotated every 6,000 to 8,000 miles (10 000 to 13 000 km). Any time you notice unusual wear, rotate your tires as soon possible and check as wheel alignment. Also check damaged tiresor for wheels. See "When It's Time New Tires" and for "Wheel Replacement" later in this sectionfor more information. The purpose of regular rotationis to achieve more uniform wear for all tires on the vehicle. first The When rotating your tires, always use thecorrect rotation pattern shown here. Don't include the compact spare tire in your tire rotation. After the tires have been rotated, adjust the and front rear inflation pressuresas shown on the Tire-Loading Information label. Make certain that all wheel nuts are properly tightened. See "Wheel Nut Torque" in the Index.