Can You Still Drive with a Tire Pressure Alarm of 192?
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According to the provisions and requirements of the international GBT2978-2008 standard, the standard tire pressure is 2.4-2.5bar. A car tire pressure of 192 is abnormal and triggers an alarm, indicating that you should not continue driving. Hazards of excessive tire pressure: Reduced friction and adhesion of the tire, affecting braking performance; causes steering wheel vibration and deviation, reducing driving comfort; accelerates localized wear of the tread pattern in the center of the tire, shortening tire lifespan; increases vehicle vibration, indirectly affecting the lifespan of other components; causes excessive stretching deformation of the tire cords, reducing tire elasticity and increasing the load on the car while driving; decreases puncture resistance. When encountering sharp objects such as nails or glass on the road, they can easily penetrate the tire, and impacts may cause internal cracks or blowouts, leading to a tire burst. Daily tire pressure precautions: Cars are generally equipped with a tire pressure monitoring system that alerts drivers to tire leaks and abnormal tire pressure to ensure driving safety. Daily attention should be paid to the tire pressure monitoring light on the instrument panel, as both excessively low and high tire pressure can affect driving performance and increase tire wear.
Seeing the tire pressure warning display at 192 kPa, I believe it's still drivable in this situation, but with extreme caution. This value of 192 is typically below the standard recommended pressure (usually around 220-240 kPa for most vehicles), indicating severely low tire pressure that increases the risk of tire overheating and blowouts, especially at high speeds or on bumpy roads. I recommend immediately pulling over to a safe location to check for obvious air leaks, punctures, or tire damage. If you don't have tools to measure, you can gently press the tire to assess its firmness; if you confirm it's just underinflated, maintain a speed below 60km/h and drive to the nearest gas station or repair shop for inflation. Avoid rushing onto highways or long-distance driving, as this will accelerate tire wear and increase fuel consumption. I've encountered similar situations myself—once due to winter temperature changes, and driving slowly to a service station solved the problem. Ignoring tire pressure warnings long-term is dangerous; developing a habit of monthly tire pressure checks can save a lot of trouble, whether using a mobile app or a shop's pressure gauge.
