What is the appropriate tire pressure for the Vezel?
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The recommended tire pressure for the Vezel is generally between 2.4-2.5 bar. Due to seasonal factors, the tire pressure can be increased by 0.2 bar in winter and decreased by 0.1 bar in summer. This data is based on the international GBT2978-2008 standard. The Honda Vezel does not come with a tire pressure monitoring function and does not actively monitor tire pressure. Only when there is an abnormality in the vehicle's tires will the dashboard display a warning message, indicating which tire has an issue, but it will not show specific abnormal values. To monitor tire pressure values, a professional tire pressure monitoring device is required to read the tire pressure. Generally, a tire pressure above 2.8 bar is considered too high, while a tire pressure below 2.0 bar is too low. Hazards of overinflated tires: Reduced tire friction and adhesion, affecting braking performance; causes steering wheel vibration and misalignment, reducing driving comfort; accelerates wear on the central tread of the tire, shortening its 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. Hazards of underinflated tires: Increases friction with the road surface, leading to higher fuel consumption; makes the steering wheel heavy and prone to misalignment, compromising driving safety; increases movement in various parts of the tire, causing abnormal heat due to excessive rolling; reduces the functionality of the cords and rubber, leading to delamination or cord breakage and excessive friction with the rim, damaging the tire bead and causing abnormal wear; multiplies friction with the ground, sharply raising tire temperature, softening the tire, and drastically reducing its strength. High-speed driving under such conditions may result in a tire blowout. If the tire pressure monitoring indicator light comes on (a yellow symbol with an irregular circle, no seal on top, four small spikes at the bottom, and an exclamation mark inside), it is generally due to one of the following three reasons: Abnormal tire pressure: Typically, an alarm is triggered when the pressure is below 1.8 bar or above 3.0 bar. In this case, the tires need to be checked and the pressure adjusted. Tire pressure monitoring not reset: After inflating the tires, the tire pressure was not reset in time, causing the system to retain the previous data and triggering the indicator light. Simply resetting the tire pressure will resolve this issue. Damaged tire pressure sensor: The tire pressure sensor, which monitors tire pressure, is installed inside the tire and connected to the inflation valve. If the sensor is damaged due to impact while driving, the tire pressure warning light will illuminate. In such cases, the only solution is to replace the sensor with a new one.
As someone who has driven several car models, I believe the tire pressure issue with the Vezel should be approached practically. The car's manual or the label on the door usually states the recommended values, such as around 2.3 bar for the front tires and 2.2 bar for the rear tires, equivalent to 30-35 psi. But don't just memorize these numbers—weather plays a crucial role. In summer when it's hot, tire pressure increases due to expansion, so I lower it slightly to maintain 2.2 bar to prevent blowouts. In winter when it's cold, tires harden, so I increase it to 2.4 bar to compensate for underinflation. When the car is fully loaded with passengers or heavy items, I raise the rear tire pressure to 2.5 bar for better stability. I make it a habit to check the tire pressure every two weeks in the morning when the tires are cold, using a simple tire pressure gauge. Neglecting this can lead to increased fuel consumption and even dangerous premature tire wear. Remember to rotate the tires regularly to extend their lifespan.
