2006 Volvo S40
To check inflation pressure:
1. Remove the cap from the valve on one tire, then firmly press the tire gauge onto the valve.
2. Add air to reach the recommended air pressure
3. Replace the valve cap.
4. Repeat this procedure for each tire, including the spare.
5. Visually inspect the tires to make sure there are no nails or other objects embedded that could
puncture the tire and cause an air leak.
6. Check the sidewalls to make sure there are no gouges, cuts, bulges or other irregularities.
NOTE:
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If you overfill the tire, release air by pushing on the metal stem in the center of the valve. Then
recheck the pressure with your tire gauge.
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Some spare tires require higher inflation pressure than the other tires. Consult the tire inflation table
on
page 124
or see the inflation pressure placard.
pg. 124 Tire inflation pressure tables
Tire pressures recommended by Volvo for your vehicle. Refer to the tire inflation placard for
information specific to the tires installed on your vehicle at the factory.
Tire size
Cold tire pressure for vehicle loads up to 800 lbs (365 kg)
a
psi
(kPa)
Front
Rear
195/65R15
b
91V
36 (250)
36 (250)
205/55R16 91V
36 (250)
36 (250)
205/50R17 93V Extra load
36 (250)
36 (250)
215/45R18 93W Extra load
36 (250)
36 (250)
Temporary spare tire T125/85R16 99M 61 (420)
61 (420)
a. These weights include the weight of all occupants of the car plus cargo.
b. 15" wheels should only be used on models with non-turbo engines, and with 15" front brakes. Consult
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