What is the correct air pressure for my tires?
There is no universal “right” pressure for all tires. The proper inflation level will depend on what tires you have, and it may even be different for your front and back tires. To find the correct pressure for your tires, look at the tire information placard that’s mounted inside the frame of the driver’s door, in the glove box or inside the fuel door. You can also get that information in your vehicle owner’s manual and from your tire dealer. It’s important to be accurate in filling your tires. Don’t try to “eyeball” the pressure—a tire can lose half its pressure without looking flat. Instead, use a reliable tire pressure gauge. It’s also a good idea to have your own gauge, because you can’t always count on the gauge on the air hose at the gas station. According to the NHTSA, less than half the gas stations with air pumps provide a tire pressure gauge for customer use. Even if there is one, it may not be accurate—about 20 percent of the gauges on station pumps are damaged or off by fou
