How to Fill Tires with Air

Knowing how to fill tires with air is important to prevent early tire wear, boost fuel economy, and improve overall ride quality of your new or used vehicle. Not sure how to fill tires with air? No need to worry, the Midway Auto Dealerships service experts are here to help! Find out more about how much air you should put in your tires, the proper car tire pressure, and more!

How to Fill Tires with Air in 5 Simple Steps

Have your deflated tires been causing you trouble during your Grand Island commute? Wondering to yourself, “How much air should I put in my tires?” Adjusting your vehicle’s tire pressure isn’t an overly complicated task. Just follow the simple instructions outlined below:

1. Pull up to the air dispenser at your local gas station.
2. Make sure you can reach all four tires with the air hose.
3. Remove the cap from the tire valve on the first tire.
4. Then, use your tire gauge to check the air pressure in the tire.
5. Add the proper amount of air and recheck the pressure.
6. Repeat this process for the other three tires.

What is the Proper Car Tire Pressure?

The recommended car tire pressure for new Chevrolet, Buick, GMC, Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, Ram vehicles is usually displayed on a sticker inside the driver’s door. Have trouble finding any sticker with the recommended psi (pound per square inch) on it? Check the owner’s manual provided with your car, truck, or SUV for more information. The average car tire pressure for passenger cars is 32 to 35 psi when they’re cold. Keep the following tips in mind while filling your tires with air:

• Underinflated tires can lead to faster tire wear and tear.
• You can usually tell that you’ve overinflated your tires when the ride quality is bouncy and the car is harder to handle.
• Don’t inflate your tires to the psi given on the actual tire. This number indicates the maximum amount of pressure the tire can hold, not its recommended psi.

Get Exemplary Tire Service at Midway Auto Dealerships!

If your tires are underinflated, overinflated, or in need of more comprehensive service, we recommend scheduling a service appointment at Midway Auto Dealerships! We offer a variety of resources via our Auto Center and a plethora of service specials to keep the cost of maintenance low. Don’t wait for a second longer, visit us in Kearney today!