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2003 Buick Regal Owner Manual

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Overinflated tires are more likely to be
cut, punctured or broken by a sudden
impact — such as when you hit a pothole.
Keep tires at the recommended pressure.

Worn, old tires can cause accidents. If
your tread is badly worn, or if your tires
have been damaged, replace them.

Inflation — Tire Pressure

The Tire-Loading Information label, which is on the
inside of the trunk lid, shows the correct inflation
pressures for your tires when they’re cold. “Cold” means
your vehicle has been sitting for at least three hours
or driven no more than 1 mile (1.6 km).

Notice: Don’t let anyone tell you that underinflation
or overinflation is all right. It’s not. If your tires
don’t have enough air (underinflation), you can get
the following:

Too much flexing

Too much heat

Tire overloading

Bad wear

Bad handling

Bad fuel economy

If your tires have too much air (overinflation), you
can get the following:

Unusual wear

Bad handling

Rough ride

Needless damage from road hazards

When to Check

Check your tires once a month or more.

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 to check tire
pressure. You can’t tell if 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 on the valve stems.
They help prevent leaks by keeping out dirt and
moisture.

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  • 1.6 km).
  • Overinflated tires are more likely to be cut, punctured or broken by a sudden impact — such as when you hit a pothole.
  • Worn, old tires can cause accidents.
  • Too much flexing • Too much heat • Tire overloading • Bad wear • Bad handling • Bad fuel economy If your tires have too much air (overinflation), you can get the following: • Unusual wear • Bad handling • Rough ride • Needless damage from road hazards When to Check Check your tires once a month or more.