Test Your Tire Care Knowledge
Tire experts recommend checking your car tires monthly and adding air if needed.
To save money, stay safe, and help salmon, the best way to check tire pressure is with a manual or digital gauge. Waiting for the tire to be visibly low can be dangerous and most tire pressure monitoring system alerts only kick in when there’s a critical problem. Check your tire pressure monthly & add air ASAP if needed to improve vehicle handling & avoid blowouts.
Under-inflating and over-inflating your tires can cause them to wear down faster and could be unsafe.
Know what pressure is right for your tires. Don’t mistake the pressure listed on the tire as the ideal tire pressure. That’s the max amount of air your tire can hold. Instead, check your owner's manual or the sticker inside the driver’s side door for the ideal pressure.
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Aaron Hussmann
Education & Outreach Coordinator
ahussmann@kirklandwa.gov
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