Is a tire pressure of 192 kPa indicating a puncture?
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A tire pressure of 192 kPa suggests a puncture, and the tire pressure needs to be replenished. Under normal circumstances, a car's tire pressure should be between 2.3 and 2.5 bar (230-250 kPa). When the tire pressure is 192 kPa, it is noticeably lower than the recommended range. This could be due to a puncture causing air leakage, which naturally results in lower tire pressure. If the low tire pressure is caused by a puncture, the tire should be repaired or replaced as necessary, and the tire pressure should then be adjusted to the standard level. Hazards of low tire pressure: Increased friction with the road surface, leading to higher fuel consumption; Heavier steering wheel and a tendency for the vehicle to drift, compromising driving safety; Excessive movement of tire components, causing abnormal heat due to over-compression; Reduced functionality of the tire's cords and rubber, leading to delamination or cord breakage, as well as excessive friction between the tire and rim, resulting in damage and abnormal wear at the bead area; Exponentially increased friction between the tire and the ground, causing a sharp rise in tire temperature, softening of the tire, and a drastic reduction in strength. High-speed driving under such conditions may lead to a blowout; Increased deformation of the tire body, making the sidewalls prone to cracking, along with flexing movements that generate excessive heat, accelerating rubber aging, fatigue in the cord layers, and cord breakage. It also increases the tire's contact area with the ground, accelerating wear at the tire shoulders.
