What to Do When Tire Pressure is Insufficient?
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Tire pressure is insufficient solution: visually check whether the tire can continue to drive, if it can drive to the nearest tire repair shop to fill the tire pressure; if it can not drive, stop and call for rescue waiting for rescue. The hazards of low tire pressure: 1. The friction coefficient with the road surface will increase, and fuel consumption will rise; 2. Cause the steering wheel to be very heavy, easy to deviate and other factors that are not conducive to driving safety; 3. Increase the movement of all parts of the tire, excessive rolling causes abnormal heating of the tire; 4. Reduce the function of the cord and rubber, causing delamination or cord breakage and excessive friction with the rim, resulting in damage to the bead area and abnormal wear; 5. The friction between the tire and the ground increases exponentially, the tire temperature rises sharply, the tire becomes soft, the strength drops sharply, and the vehicle driving at high speed may cause a tire blowout; 6. Low tire pressure will increase the deformation of the tire body, cracks are prone to appear on the sidewall, and at the same time, flexing movement will occur, leading to excessive heat, promoting rubber aging, cord fatigue, cord breakage, and will also increase the tire contact area and accelerate shoulder wear.
I've been driving for over a decade and encountering low tire pressure is common. First, immediately find a safe place to pull over and inspect, such as the roadside or a parking lot. Use a tire pressure gauge to check the exact pressure reading - there's usually a label on the door jamb indicating the recommended pressure, typically around 30-35 PSI for most vehicles. If you don't have a gauge, visually check if the tire looks flat. I always keep a portable air compressor in my car that plugs into the cigarette lighter for inflation - remember to check the pressure intermittently while inflating to avoid overfilling. Without tools, gas stations often offer free air pumps. When pressure is too low, avoid driving fast as it wastes fuel and damages tires. If there's a leak, get it patched first. Regular pressure checks are crucial - monthly inspections help prevent issues.
