Chevrolet Corvette Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Australia/New Zealand-
15749882) - 2022 - CRC - 9/20/21
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Vehicle Care
Tyre Pressure
Tyres need the correct amount of air
pressure to operate effectively.
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Warning
Neither tyre underinflation nor
overinflation is good. Underinflated
tyres, or tyres that do not have
enough air, can result in:
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Tyre overloading and overheating,
which could lead to a blowout.
.
Premature or irregular wear.
.
Poor handling.
.
Reduced fuel economy.
Overinflated tyres, or tyres that have
too much air, can result in:
.
Unusual wear.
.
Poor handling.
.
Rough ride.
.
Needless damage from road
hazards.
The Tyre and Loading Information label
on the vehicle indicates the original
equipment tyres and the correct cold
tyre inflation pressures. The
recommended pressure is the minimum
air pressure needed to support the
vehicle's maximum load carrying
capacity. See
.
How the vehicle is loaded affects
vehicle handling and ride comfort.
Never load the vehicle with more
weight than it was designed to carry.
When to Check
Check the pressure of the tyres once a
month or more.
How to Check
Use a good quality pocket-type gauge
to check tyre pressure. Proper tyre
inflation cannot be determined by
looking at the tyre. Check the tyre
inflation pressure when the tyres are
cold, meaning the vehicle has not been
driven for at least three hours or no
more than 1.6 km (1 mi).
Remove the valve cap from the tyre
valve stem. Press the tyre gauge firmly
onto the valve to get a pressure
measurement. If the cold tyre inflation
pressure matches the recommended
pressure on the Tyre and Loading
Information label, no further adjustment
is necessary. If the inflation pressure is
low, add air until the recommended
pressure is reached. If the inflation
pressure is high, press on the metal
stem in the centre of the tyre valve to
release air.
Recheck the tyre pressure with the tyre
gauge.
Put the valve caps back on the valve
stems to keep out dirt and moisture.
Use only valve caps designed for the
vehicle by GM. TPMS sensors could be
damaged and would not be covered by
the vehicle warranty.