1998 Chevrolet Cavalier Owner's Manual - Page 300

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 kPa). How to Check Use a good quality pocket-type gage check tire to 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 dirt They help prevent leaks by keeping out and moisture. The purposeof regular rotation is to achieve more uniform wear for all tires on the vehicle. The first rotation is the most important. See "Scheduled Maintenance Services" in the Index for scheduled rotation intervals. Tire Inspection and Rotation Tires should be rotated every 6,000 to 8,000 miles ( 10 000 to 13 000 km). Any time you notice unusual as wear, rotate your tires soon as possible and check wheel alignment. Also check damaged tires or for wheels. See "When It's Time New Tires" and for "Wheel Replacement" later in this section for more information. When rotating your tires, always use the correct rotation pattern shown here. Don't include the compact spare tire in your tire rotation. 6-42