2007-08-27 05:02:32 · 14 answers · asked by bee bee 6 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
I just pumped mine up, 1 was at 20, should be 30....I know terrible.
2007-08-27 05:20:35 · update #1
early tire wear..may have a blow out...poor fuel mileage and poor steering...pump them up !!
2007-08-27 05:09:21 · answer #1 · answered by aceyork2000 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Under-inflation causes uneven tire wear, reduces gas mileage and reduces traction in cornering and braking as well as impairing steering reponse. An underinflated tire also has less load carrying capacity which if it is underinflated enough could cause the tire to overheat and fail - it will litterally tear itself apart if left to go too long.
Weather is largely irrelevant.
Always inflate the tires to the vehicle manufacturers recommendations which are listed on the Vehicle Information Tag inside the drivers door frame or in the glove box door. DO NOT inflate them to what is says on the sidewall of the tire as the only information you will find there is the maximum inflation pressure that particular tire is rated for. That has nothing to do with what the best pressure is for your particular vehicle.
Always check tire pressures "cold", before you have driven any significant distance (driving produces heat which causes tire pressures to increase) and preferably in the morning which is a cooler time of day.
Bridgestone/Firestone, Michelin and Pirelli certified automotive service advisor working in the tire industry
2007-08-27 14:27:18 · answer #2 · answered by Naughtums 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Tire Inflation pressure less than what's labled on the sidewall of the tire causes excess tire heat, tread squirm and poor handling, sidewalls actually may touch the pavement while cornering and severe outer and inner tire tread wear.
The car will have more under-steer as you go around a coener. In plain english the front end of the car wull tend to push or fell as if it's sliding forward slightly as you round a corner. Quick evasive lane changes are an extra hand full. The car will not respond to your steering input as quickly making it feel numb or "mushy".
Buy an inexpensive sliding stick tire gage at an auto parts store. Go to a gas station and pump them all uo to the maximimum pressure on the sidewall. Take your car for a ride and I guaranty upu'll "feel" a huge difference how your car handles.
2007-08-27 05:28:26 · answer #3 · answered by Country Boy 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Low tyre pressure causes:
premature tyre wear
increased fuel consumption
heavier steering efforts - leading to greater wear on steering system components
less responsive steering
less stable/secure handling
2007-08-27 22:52:23 · answer #4 · answered by Neil 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The lower tire pressure causes he tires to flex more which makes them roll harder and get hotter. This causes increased fuel consumption, increased chance of tire failure do to excessive flexing and heat. The additional flex causes poor handing and additional stress on the steering system. The lower tire pressure causes the edges of the tire to wear out faster than the middle. The only advantage of low tire pressure is on a four wheel drive when you are in real rough terrain you can get better traction.
2007-08-27 05:18:26 · answer #5 · answered by Mark G 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
First - you'd notice it on the steering - if one is lower than the other then your car will veer to left or right depending on which tyre it is.
Second - it would certainly knacker your tyres and you'd probably have to buy new ones.
Third - check your tyres regularly as you could have a slow puncture.
2007-08-27 05:30:01 · answer #6 · answered by pinkmelons 1 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Steering - will be heavy if pressure too low or light if pressure too high.
Handling on corners can be adversly affected.
Increased risk of blowout. You don't want one of these.
Increased fuel consumption and poor tyre wear result from low pressure.
2007-08-27 05:12:49 · answer #7 · answered by David P 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
An over-inflated tire will have better traction on snow and rain, but the center of the tire will wear down more quickly. An underinflated tire will have better traction on dry roads but the sides of the tire will wear more quickly.
2007-08-27 05:12:22 · answer #8 · answered by dsr_jr 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It depends on the time of year--cold and heat will make your tires expand and retract.
Generally it can affect your mileage as well as your chances of a blow out or a roll over (in some cases).
2007-08-27 05:08:37 · answer #9 · answered by FaZizzle 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Steering may be impaired or heavy
Will screw your tyres
Uses more fuel
Just a couple for you to ponder
2007-08-27 05:09:38 · answer #10 · answered by jamand 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋