1998 Chevrolet Cavalier Owner's Manual - Page 299

___ JTION: ( 0 ontin !NOTICE: Don't let anyone tell that underinflation or you overinflation is all right. not. If your tires It's don't have enough (underinflation), you can air get the following: Too much flexing 0 Too much heat 0 Tire overloading Bad wear 0 Bad handling Bad fuel economy. If your tires have too much(overinflation), air you can get the following: Unusual wear Bad handling Rough ride Needless damage from road hazards. 0 Overinflated tires are more likely to be cut, punctured or broken by a sudden impact such as when you hit a pothole. Keep tiresat the recommended pressure. Worn, old tires can cause accidents.your If tread is badly worn, if your tires have or been damaged, replace them. -- Inflation -- Tire Pressure The Tire-Loading Information label, which is on the rear edgeof the driver's door, showsthe correct inflation pressuresfor your tires when they're cold. "Cold" means your vehicle has been sitting at least for 1 three hours or driven no more than mile (1.6 km). 6-41