Is a Tire Pressure of 200 kPa Indicative of a Puncture?
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A tire pressure of 200 kPa does not necessarily indicate a puncture. Apart from a puncture, there could be other reasons, such as issues with the tire's valve core, leading to slow air leakage. Hazards of Low Tire Pressure: Increased friction with the road surface, leading to higher fuel consumption; Heavier steering wheel and a tendency to drift, which can compromise driving safety; Excessive movement of tire components, causing abnormal heat due to over-compression; Reduced functionality of the cords and rubber, leading to delamination or cord breakage, and excessive friction with the rim, causing damage to the bead area and abnormal wear; Exponentially increased friction between the tire and the ground, causing a sharp rise in tire temperature, softening the tire, and drastically reducing its strength. High-speed driving under these conditions may result in a blowout; Increased deformation of the tire body, leading to cracks on the tire sidewalls and flexing movements, which cause excessive heat, accelerate rubber aging, fatigue the cord layers, and break the cords. It also increases the tire's contact area with the ground, accelerating shoulder wear. Methods to Address Insufficient Tire Pressure: If no visible damage is found, simply inflate the tire to the normal pressure and reset the tire pressure system; If a puncture is detected during inspection, promptly drive to a tire shop for repair and reinflation; If the tire pressure warning reappears after inflation without any visible holes, it may be due to air leakage caused by a deformed rim. It is recommended to inspect and replace the rim if necessary.
