Signs of Low Tire Pressure

• Low tire pressure can affect handling, braking, fuel economy, and tire life.
• Warning signs include a flapping sound, sluggish handling in turns, longer stopping distances, and lower fuel economy.
• Your vehicle’s recommended tire pressure is listed in your owner's guide and on the driver's side doorjamb.

If your vehicle’s tire pressure is low, there will be some signs that you may notice that indicate refilling your tires or a service visit may be needed.

Some signs of low tire pressure include:

• A flapping sound while driving
• The vehicle doesn’t feel fluid when turning
• The vehicle takes longer to stop than usual
• The vehicle gets lower fuel economy than expected

If you start to experience these signs, you can check your tire pressure to see if you need to add air or inspect the tires for any damage that can be causing the loss of pressure.

Your vehicle’s owner’s guide can provide you with the ideal tire pressure to ensure you get the performance quality you deserve. You can easily measure the current tire pressure with a tire pressure gauge.

If you notice that your tire pressure is below the recommended PSI, you can take the steps to refill the tire and get it back to the recommended level.

All you need to do is remove the air pressure valve on the tire and press the tire pressure gauge firmly. If the tire pressure is too low, inflate the tire more with an air pump. You can find an air pump at local gas stations or buy an affordable inflation option at a store.

When refilling your tire, be sure to monitor the tire pressure increase. Overinflating your tires can also cause potential issues.

For short distances to get to an air station, you can drive your vehicle with a PSI lower than recommended to service your ride and get it back to an appropriate level. However, if you notice your tires are well below the recommended PSI, you want to inspect them to see if the better option is a tire replacement.

Consistently refilling your tires due to low tire pressure can be a sign that there may be cracks or a hole in your tire. If you have a tire replaced, you will also need a tire rotation and wheel balancing at the same time.

If you have questions about the safety of your tires and if they are in the condition needed, you can always contact our service technicians and get answers about what the next steps should be.

Here at our service center, our goal is to ensure everyone receives exceptional service and a fully functional vehicle. Here are some things our visitors have said about the work we do:   “They quickly diagnosed a puncture in my tire and fixed it quickly. Didn’t try to sell me on services I didn’t need. Highly recommend!”

“Their knowledge is unmatched. I needed a new set of tires, and their parts team helped me find exactly what I needed and even installed them for me right away!”