What is the appropriate tire pressure for the front wheels of a Volkswagen Sagitar?

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RhettLee
07/30/25 10:47am
The standard tire pressure for the front wheels of a Volkswagen Sagitar is 2.4-2.5 bar. The exact value can be found on the fuel tank cap, the side of the driver's door, or in the user manual. However, the tire pressure may vary depending on specific conditions. During summer or winter, due to the principle of thermal expansion and contraction, tire pressure increases in high temperatures and decreases in low temperatures. Therefore, summer tire pressure should be lower than winter tire pressure. Generally, it is recommended to set the summer tire pressure at the lower limit of the standard range, while in winter, the tire pressure should be adjusted slightly higher by about 0.2 bar based on the standard pressure. Hazards of overinflated tires: Reduced friction and adhesion of the tires, affecting braking performance; Causes steering wheel vibration and deviation, reducing driving comfort; Accelerates wear on the central tread pattern, shortening tire lifespan; Increases vehicle vibration, indirectly affecting the lifespan of other components; Overstretches the tire cords, reducing elasticity and increasing the load on the vehicle during driving; Decreases puncture resistance, making it easier for sharp objects like nails or glass to penetrate the tire, leading to internal cracks or blowouts. Hazards of underinflated tires: Increases friction with the road surface, leading to higher fuel consumption; Causes heavy steering and deviation, posing safety risks; Increases movement of tire components, leading to abnormal heat generation due to excessive rolling; Reduces the functionality of cords and rubber, causing delamination or cord breakage and excessive friction with the rim, damaging the bead area and causing abnormal wear; Multiplies friction with the ground, rapidly increasing tire temperature, softening the tire, and drastically reducing strength, which may lead to blowouts at high speeds; Increases tire deformation, leading to sidewall cracks and excessive heat generation, accelerating rubber aging, cord fatigue, and tread shoulder wear.
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