Can You Still Drive with 150 kPa Tire Pressure?
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Tire pressure of 150 kPa is too low to continue driving. When tire pressure is low, the contact area with the ground increases, generating significantly more heat from rolling compared to standard tire pressure. Hazards of Low Tire Pressure: Increased friction coefficient with the road surface, leading to higher fuel consumption; Causes heavy steering and potential misalignment, compromising driving safety; Increases movement in various parts of the tire, causing abnormal heat due to excessive rolling; Reduces the functionality of the cords and rubber, leading to delamination or cord breakage, and excessive friction with the rim, damaging the tire bead area and causing abnormal wear; Multiplies friction with the ground, rapidly raising tire temperature, softening the tire, and drastically reducing its strength. High-speed driving may result in a blowout; Increases tire body deformation, making the sidewalls prone to cracks, generating flexing motion, leading to excessive heat, accelerating rubber aging, cord fatigue, and breakage, while also enlarging the tire's contact area and accelerating shoulder wear. Solutions for Insufficient Tire Pressure: If no damage is visible, simply inflate to normal pressure and reset the tire pressure system; If a puncture is found during inspection, promptly drive to a tire shop for repair and reinflation; If the tire pressure warning reappears after inflation without any puncture, it may indicate air leakage due to a deformed wheel rim. Check the rim and replace if necessary.
