When should tyre pressure be checked?

Checking tyre pressure

Maintaining safety, performance and fuel efficiency of your tyres is made easier by checking the tyre pressure regularly.

Recommended frequency

It's recommended to check tyre pressure at least once a month and before any long drives. A natural loss of air pressure occurs in tyres over time, about 1 to 2 PSI every month. Regularly checking your tyre pressure ensures you are never driving with under-inflated tyres.

Recommended times

It's best to check tyre pressure when the tyres are cold. This means checking them before you have driven more than a couple of miles. Driving causes the tyres to heat up, increasing the internal pressure and resulting in a misleading tyre pressure reading.

Finding recommended pressure

• A sticker on the driver's door frame
• On the inside of the fuel filler door
• The owner's manual for the vehicle

Importance

Correct tyre pressure maintains grip and brake response and improves safety. Tyres will also wear out less, due to more even tread wear, and the vehicle will use less fuel.