How to Check and Maintain Tire Pressure

Between rough roads, bad weather, and just your normal day-to-day demands, a tire's work is never done. If you're consistently dealing with low tire pressure, Subaru tire service can service. Our experts at Gillman Subaru Southwest are outlining the ways that you can check and maintain your tire pressure.

 

The Importance of Tire Pressure

Your tire pressure can actually have a huge impact on your vehicle. Whether your tires are over or underinflated, your performance will be affected, and you'll likely see a drop in your gas mileage. Plus, your tires will wear down faster, forcing you to replace them sooner than otherwise necessary.

Order a Pressure Gauge

Before you can check your tire pressure, you need a pressure gauge. You can pick up a gauge from our Subaru parts store. While an analog gauge doesn't require batteries, digital gauges are typically more accurate, and they are often easier to read.

Review Your Owner's Manual

Next, it's important to review your vehicle's owner's manual. It will include the recommended tire pressure for your tires. Tire pressure is measured in pounds per square inch, which is typically displayed at PSI. 

Checking Your Tire Pressure

The process of checking your tire pressure is relatively simple:

• To start, you'll need to remove the valve cap and find a safe space to keep it.
• Then, you need to press the gauge against the open valve stem until you no longer hear the air escaping.
• Finally, you need to compare the tire pressure to your recommended PSI and add or remove air as needed.
• Don't forget to replace the valve cap securely.

Preserving Your Tire Pressure

There are certainly steps that you can take which can help you preserve your tire pressure and maintain your tires. For starters, it's important to regularly check your tire pressure and keep your tires at the adequate level. It's also important to rotate your tires regularly, according to the manufacturer's recommendations. Try to keep your tires clean and inspect them regularly for wear.

 

Order New Subaru Tires in Houston, TX

Our trained and certified technicians at our Subaru dealership in Houston, TX are happy to help you maintain your tires. If your tires have become too worn, we also have a plethora of new Subaru tires available to help you get the tires you need. Stop in to get started today!