I have a1997 Ford Mustang, what is the recommended tire pressure (PSI I guess??) for each tire????? There is a limit that shouldn't be exceeded right????
2006-09-30 13:22:16 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous in Cars & Transportation ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
open the drivers door ..there is a placard that has all the info on this car...the VIN number..OEM tire size and the recommended PSI for each tire..The old standard is around 32 PSI...I am going to assume with that car..it will be around this
2006-09-30 13:27:08 · answer #1 · answered by iusedtohavehair 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'm sort of an expert on tires. Everyone who said you should use the placard pressure is correct. The pressure on the tire sidewall should only be used when the tire is loaded to it's maximum capacity (Max load means max pressure, less than max load should be less than max pressure). If you use max pressure when you don't need it you'll have a harsh ride and probably screw up your treadwear. You should never exceed the pressure listed on the sidewall (make sure the tire is cold when you check the pressure).
The regular Mustang uses 35 PSI on front and rear (tire size P205/65R15).
The Cobra uses 30 PSI on front and rear (tire size 245/45ZR17)
The GT uses 30 PSI for both possible tire sizes (245/45ZR17 or P225/55ZR16)
If somewhere along the line you (or a previous owner) switched the tire size, we'll have to do more research.
2006-10-02 16:30:50 · answer #2 · answered by pmk 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The pressure on the tire is "NOT" the pressure to run. I really wish they would just stop putting that on tires. That is only the max inflation if the tire were carrying its max load capacity. Use the pressure on the doorjamb placard. If you have a 3000 lb car with 245/40/17's or something on it you sure as heck woulnd't want to run 44 psi in the tires. 28 would be sufficient but 32 is a good standby if you just are not sure.
2006-10-01 01:25:26 · answer #3 · answered by shel_bug66 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hi Angela E,
It really depends on the size of the tires and the vehicle weight (occupants included).
The tires themselves have the PSI that should not be exceeded, marked on them.
If you have the tires that are recommended for your 1997 Ford Mustang, you can find the recommended tire pressure either on the door jam or glove compartment of your Mustang.
if you have the Owner's manual, check out the index.
Hope this help, take care and have a blessed day.
2006-09-30 20:43:46 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
32 psi is a good all around pressure, but the pressure you should use is on the door frame. If you open the door it will be on the inside of the frame, on a little sticker that has all kinds of good to know info like VIN, etc. Always inflate your tires wile still cold in the morning (not after being driven on).
2006-09-30 20:50:13 · answer #5 · answered by DYS 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Regardless of what the automaker says, the tire makers knows best when it comes to their tires. Inflate all tires to the air specified on the tire's sidewall, while the tire is cold. Do not exceed the posted pressure as it is as bad as being too low.
Tires "twist" when in operation, and when in contact with the road friction is created, both contributing to and causing heat. Too much heat will cause tire failure. Under inflation creates excess heat and potentially major tire failure- remember Firestone and Ford? Some engineer at Ford got the bright idea to deflate tires on a passenger truck tire 50% or thereabout to get a car ride out of a truck, and the result was disastrous.
I operated a fleet of trucks years ago and we had the lowest cost per mile due to regular maintenance. We checked all tires as part of a regular maintenance program. If the tire was a little low it was inflated to the proper pressure; too low it was replaced and later checked for problems and repaired or replaced. If a tire failed on a trip was usually due to striking a road object.
Also you need to rotate your tires each 5,000 miles to get the best service life from them. If your spare is a regular tire and of the same size it too may be part of the rotation mix. When replaceing tires with new it is advisable to have an alignment to assure proper wear and drivability.
On my own vehicles all are operated with the tire pressures at the sidewall pressure and rotated every 5,000 miles along with an oil change and service check-up. I typically get far beyond the average expected tire life, the rotation usually is part of the tire purchase package and regualr maintenace keeps my vehicles in good shape regardless of mileage. Most of my vehicles exceed 200,000 trouble free miles before I sell or trade them.
Any body can get the same results from any make car- domestic or foreign, simply by performing regular maintenace. I've proven that with a variety of vehicles I've owned over the last 35 yrs.
2006-09-30 20:51:25 · answer #6 · answered by tnbroker1 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋
32 psi is standard on most cars that size. if you look at the small writing on your tire it will give you the recommended tire pressure
2006-09-30 20:28:06 · answer #7 · answered by retdet216 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Wow----you truly must ignore the people telling you to use the pressure listed on the tires.....Use the pressure from the sticker inside driver's door.....or in owners manual.
2006-10-01 00:43:58 · answer #8 · answered by ? 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
On the side of your tire it gives the recommended tire pressure.
on most it says max of 35. Mine say 40-44 so just read that and go from there.
2006-09-30 20:32:06 · answer #9 · answered by Kenneth S 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
look on the tire
2006-09-30 20:43:42 · answer #10 · answered by hightechredneck 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋