Does anyone know what air pressure I am supposed to put in a VW Polo 1400. Its about a 1999 model....
2006-11-27 23:53:20 · 11 answers · asked by Little Red 2 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Car Makes ➔ Volkswagen
Look on the side wall of the tire. It will tell you the proper PSI..
2006-11-27 23:55:17 · answer #1 · answered by ? 2 · 0⤊ 2⤋
have pasted a link to Michelins site which gives the average pressure for each type of tyre size they make.. however to ensure correct air pressure and vehicle load, refer to vehicle workshop manual. Some of the very old VW Beetles had "P" and "B" profile wheels, so I would need the year as well..
My old Bug had 185R14 tyres which I kept at below the max pressure of 50 - 65psi (1500 -1700 lbs). The side of the tyre tells you, but some have additional details in the petrol cap cover.
I used to use Mitchelin, as they were hard wearing, unlike the Pirrelli, which I found a bit stiff. 28lbs all round was ok for most wear, but when loaded, I put a bit more in the back., In winter, I had to drop tham down to 26, to get up the hill at home if it was muddy.
2006-11-28 08:17:04 · answer #2 · answered by DAVID C 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Do NOT use the maximum pressure stated on the sidewall of the tyre - this is the maximum the tyre is designed for, and does not take any account of the car to which the tyre is fitted. It will always be much higher than the correct pressure for your car, and over-high tyre pressures will leave you with a smaller contact patch, a stiff secondary ride and very nervous handling.
There should be a sticker somewhere on the car with the correct pressures stated - it may be on the rear edge of one of the front doors, or on the bodywork that is revealed by opening the doors, or inside the fuel-filler flap. Failing that, check your owner's handbook.
2006-11-28 08:14:45 · answer #3 · answered by Neil 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
almost all cars are the same. some up the pressure a little for better performance, and others lower it a little for better ride. but truthfully you will not notice a differece.
I would set the pressure at 30 psi. 26 should be the minimum. On the side of the tire is printed the maximum inflation pressure, normally 35 psi, but it might vary by a pound or two. It's written right into the rubber like the name etc.
2006-11-28 08:25:48 · answer #4 · answered by johnboy 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The pressure stamped into the sidewall of the tyre is the MAXIMUM that tyre will take, it's nothing to do with what the pressure should be for your car. Don't use it.
From memory, about 30psi should be okay until you can get to a tyre shop or gas station, who will have lists by the pump.
2006-11-29 12:15:47 · answer #5 · answered by champer 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hi there it is recommended that the tyre pressure for your car is 27 psi for all tyres, unless your tyres are over 13 inches in diameter then the pressure should be increased to 30 psi for all tyres. Hope this helps
2006-11-28 14:53:16 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
most filling stations have tyre inflation chart by the tyre inflater,check the vw section should tell you the pressures.
2006-11-28 09:02:41 · answer #7 · answered by dave p 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The recommended pressure is on the sidewall of the tire.
Master tech 40 yrs.
2006-11-28 08:05:30 · answer #8 · answered by Cal 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
you will be safe in between 30 and 34 psi
2006-11-28 12:34:11 · answer #9 · answered by fivelighters 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
28. It's on the fuel inlet cover.
2006-11-30 18:17:39 · answer #10 · answered by Bajan Deane 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋