3. Firmly press an accurate tire pressure
gauge onto the valve to measure
pressure.
4. If required, add or remove air to reach the
recommended pressure.
NOTE:
You can release air by pressing the
metal stem in the center of the valve.
5. Re-check pressure using the accurate tire
gauge.
6. Repeat steps 3 and 4 as necessary until
the tire pressure is correct.
7. Reinstall the valve cap to prevent dirt
from entering. Periodically check the
valve for damage and leaks.
Inspecting and Maintaining
Tires
Regularly inspect the tread and side walls for
any sign of distortion (bulges), foreign
objects, cuts or wear.
WARNING:
Do not drive Model X if a
tire is damaged, excessively worn, or
inflated to an incorrect pressure.
Check tires regularly for wear, and
ensure there are no cuts, bulges or
exposure of the ply/cord structure.
Tire Wear
Adequate tread depth is important for proper
tire performance. Tires with a tread depth less
than 4/32” (3 mm) are more likely to
hydroplane in wet conditions and should not
be used. Tires with a tread depth less than
5/32” (4 mm) do not perform well in snow
and slush and should not be used when
driving in winter conditions.
Model X is originally fitted with tires that have
wear indicators molded into the tread
pattern. When the tread has been worn down
to 3/32” (2 mm), the indicators start to
appear at the surface of the tread pattern,
producing the effect of a continuous band of
rubber across the width of the tire. For
optimal performance and safety, Tesla
recommends replacing tires before the wear
indicators are visible.
Tire Rotation, Balance, and Wheel
Alignment
Tesla recommends rotating the tires every
6,250 miles (10,000 km) or if tread depth
difference is 2/32 in (1.5 mm) or greater,
whichever comes first.
Model X tires can be rotated side-to-side
(left-to-right) but not front-to-back as the
front and rear tire size is different.
Unbalanced wheels (sometimes noticeable as
vibration through the steering yoke) affect
vehicle handling and tire life. Even with
regular use, wheels can get out of balance.
Therefore, they should be balanced as
required.
If tire wear is uneven (on one side of the tire
only) or becomes abnormally excessive,
check the alignment of wheels.
Punctured Tires
A puncture eventually causes the tire to lose
pressure, which is why it is important to check
tire pressures frequently. Permanently repair
or replace punctured or damaged tires as
soon as possible.
Your tubeless tires may not leak when
penetrated, provided the object remains in
the tire. If, however, you feel a sudden
vibration or ride disturbance while driving, or
you suspect a tire is damaged, immediately
reduce your speed. Drive slowly, while
avoiding heavy braking or sharp steering and,
when safe to do so, stop the vehicle. Arrange
to have Model X transported to a Tesla
Service Center, or to a nearby tire repair
center.
NOTE:
In some cases, you can temporarily
repair small tire punctures (under 1/4” (6
mm)) using an optional tire repair kit available
from Tesla. This allows you to slowly drive
Model X to Tesla or to a nearby tire repair
facility.
WARNING:
Do not drive with a
punctured tire that has not been
repaired, even if the puncture has not
caused the tire to deflate. A punctured
tire can deflate suddenly at any time.
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