Is a Tire Pressure of 184 Normal?
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Tire pressure of 184 is not normal. Here are the specific details: Tire Pressure Standard: The recommended tire pressure should be based on the manufacturer's specifications. The manufacturer's recommended tire pressure can usually be found in the following locations: the vehicle user manual, the label near the driver's door (B-pillar), the drawer next to the driver's seat, or the fuel tank cap door. Cold Tire Pressure: The manufacturer's recommended tire pressure refers to the cold tire pressure. It is defined as follows: measure the tire pressure after the vehicle has been parked for at least three hours or if the tires have not been driven more than 2 kilometers. If you can only measure the tire pressure when the tires are hot, subtract approximately 0.3 bar (=4 psi) from the measured value to obtain the cold tire inflation pressure.
I've been driving for over a decade, and 184 kPa tire pressure is indeed too low. The normal range is generally between 210 to 240 kPa. Excessively low pressure increases the risk of tire deformation, makes blowouts more likely during high-speed driving, and can cause uneven wear on tire edges, shortening their lifespan. Fuel efficiency also drops, increasing consumption by about 5%. I recommend going to a filling station immediately to adjust it to around 220 kPa – don't push your luck by continuing to drive. Remember to check when the car is cold, meaning it hasn't been moved for at least three hours after parking. Safety first! Addressing abnormal tire pressure early saves a lot of hassle. Also get it checked during regular maintenance – many repair shops offer this service for free.
