Car Tyre Pressure

Tyres are the main contact point between the road and the rest of the car. The optimal performance of the car depends on the health and maintenance of the tyres. One major factor that needs regular monitoring is the tyre pressure. Whether it is a tube or a tubeless tyre, without the right tyre pressure, you will be running on flats. Keeping proper tyre pressure helps the tyres last longer and helps improve the handling of the car. Here are a few tips and tricks to help you with your car’s tyre pressure.

How to check tyre pressure?

Checking the tyre pressure requires an air pressure measuring instrument called a Tyre Pressure Gauge. On one end there is the gauge with the readings and on the other end there is a tube like structure that fits on the valve stem on the tyre. This is available in both analog and digital systems.

To measure tyre pressure simply follow these steps:

• Remove the valve cap from the valve stem – a nozzle that protrudes from the rim. The valve cap doesn’t keep the air pressure in the tyre, but rather protects the valve stem from accumulating dust or debris. Keep it at a safe place and screw it back on after you are done measuring/filling air.

• Place the tube-like end on the top of the valve stem. When it is in proper position you’ll hear a hiss sound. That’s the air escaping when the valve inside is pressed by a tiny stick like component in the air gauge. Keep in mind you’ll have to hold the tube end till the time you’re done with taking the measurements.

• Finally, take the measurements on all 4 tyres and then use the tyre air pressure chart for your car that is on the door jamb located on the driver’s side. Fill in the air or release some, if overinflated.

What is the right car tyre pressure?

The right tyre pressure for cars ranges from 32-35 psi (PSI = pounds per square inch) when they are cold. Cold here means that the tyres haven’t rolled or the car has been parked for 2-3 hours. Tyre pressure is sensitive to heat and the heat generated from the friction of the tyres rolling on the road, causes the tyre pressure to heat up accordingly. The cold tyre pressure is an indicator for the appropriate pressure the tyres should be when cold to perform optimally when they are hot. The best way to know the correct tyre pressure for your car is written in your car manual or on the driver side door.

How to maintain proper car tyre pressure?

Maintaining proper air pressure should be a regular part of your driving routine as it provides better fuel efficiency, improved tyre life and generally better handling. Few suggestions to maintain proper air pressure.

• Try to fill your tyres at home. In today’s modern technological world, you can get portable car tyre inflators that work at the touch of a button or if you’re someone who prefers the manual way there are foot inflators as well. The reason for getting your car tyres filled at home is accuracy. Chances are that the readings at a petrol station owned free air machine could be skewed due to its usage. It is always better to double check your tyre pressure.
• If you’re carrying load, let’s say passengers or cargo, it  would be better to inflate your tyre 2-3 points above the described limit, this would help your tyres to accommodate the extra load.
• It is highly recommended that you do not over inflate your tyre as this reduces the grip factor and the tyre’s ability to absorb impacts. On the other hand, under inflation will lead to lower mileage as the engine will need more power to drag the car. This will lead to faster wearing of the tyres and impact the driveability of the vehicle.

Tyre Pressure Chart For Popular Car Brands And Models

Maruti Suzuki

Model

Tyre Pressure Front Wheels

Tyre Pressure Rear Wheels

Alto 800

30 PSI

30 PSI

Celerio

36 PSI

33 PSI

WagonR

33 PSI

33 PSI

Swift

29-32 PSI

29 PSI

Ignis

36 PSI

32 PSI

Baleno

29-32 PSI

29 PSI

Dzire

29-32 PSI

29-32 PSI

Ciaz

29-32 PSI

29 PSI

S-Presso

33-36 PSI

32-33 PSI

S-Cross

33-36 PSI

33-36 PSI

Vitara Brezza

33 PSI

33 PSI

Ertiga

30-35 PSI

30-35 PSI

XL-6

29 PSI

29 PSI

Eeco

26 PSI

33 PSI

Hyundai

Model

Tyre Pressure Front Wheels

Tyre Pressure Rear Wheels

Santro

35 PSI

35 PSI

Grand i10 NIOS

33 PSI

33 PSI

i20

30-32 PSI

30-32 PSI

Aura

35 PSI

33 PSI

Verna

33 PSI

33 PSI

Elantra

33 PSI

33 PSI

Venue

33-36 PSI

33-38 PSI

Creta

33 PSI

35 PSI

Alcazar

33-35 PSI

33-35 PSI

Tucson

33 PSI

33 PSI

Kona

36 PSI

36 PSI

Tata

Model

Tyre Pressure Front Wheels

Tyre Pressure Rear Wheels

Tiago

33 PSI

30 PSI

Altroz

32 PSI

32 PSI

Tigor

30-35 PSI

30 PSI

Punch

32 PSI

32 PSI

Safari

25-30 PSI

25-30 PSI

Harrier

33 PSI

33 PSI

Nexon

32 PSI

32 PSI

Mahindra

Model

Tyre Pressure Front Wheels

Tyre Pressure Rear Wheels

XUV700

33-35 PSI

33-35 PSI

XUV300

33-34 PSI

33-34 PSI

XUV500

30-32 PSI

30-32 PSI

Thar

30-35 PSI

30-35 PSI

Alturas G4

34 PSI

34 PSI

Scorpio

35-40 PSI

35-40 PSI

Bolero

32-35 PSI

32-35 PSI

Bolero Neo

32-35 PSI

32-35 PSI

Marazzo

35 PSI

35 PSI

KUV100

33-34 PSI

33-34 PSI

Honda

Model

Tyre Pressure Front Wheels

Tyre Pressure Rear Wheels

Amaze

28-30 PSI

28-30 PSI

City 5th Gen

30-35 PSI

30-35 PSI

City 4th Gen

30-35 PSI

30-35 PSI

WR-V

32-35 PSI

30-32 PSI

Jazz

33 PSI

33 PSI

Renault

Model

Tyre Pressure Front Wheels

Tyre Pressure Rear Wheels

Kiger

30-35 PSI

30-35 PSI

Triber

33-34 PSI

33-34 PSI

Kwid

30-32 PSI

30-32 PSI

Duster

35 PSI

35 PSI

Nissan

Model

Tyre Pressure Front Wheels

Tyre Pressure Rear Wheels

Magnite

30-35 PSI

30-35 PSI

Kicks

33-34 PSI

33-34 PSI

Toyota

Model

Tyre Pressure Front Wheels

Tyre Pressure Rear Wheels

Glanza

33-34 PSI

33-34 PSI

Urban Cruiser

33 PSI

33 PSI

Innova Crysta

32-36 PSI

32-36 PSI

Fortuner

30-35 PSI

30-35 PSI

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