Volvo V70 - Manual (Page 177)

2007 Volvo V70
NOTE: The placards shown indicate inflation pressure for the tires installed on the vehicle at the factory
only.
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Use a tire gauge to check the tire inflation pressure, including the spare, at least once a month and
before long trips. You are strongly urged to buy a reliable tire pressure gauge, as automatic service
station gauges may be inaccurate.
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Use the recommended cold inflation pressure for optimum tire performance and wear.
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Under-inflation or over-inflation may cause uneven treadwear patterns.
WARNING!
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Under-inflation is the most common cause of tire failure and may result in severe tire cracking,
tread separation, or "blowout," with unexpected loss of vehicle control and increased risk of injury.
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Under-inflated tires reduce the load carrying capacity of your vehicle.
When weather temperature changes occur, tire inflation pressures also change. A 10- degree temperature
drop causes a corresponding drop of 1 psi (7 kPa) in inflation pressure. Check your tire pressures
frequently and adjust them to the proper pressure, which can be found on the vehicle's tire information
placard or certification label.
Checking tire pressure
A certain amount of air seepage from the tires occurs naturally and tire pressure fluctuates with seasonal
changes in temperature. Always check tire pressure regularly.
Cold tires
Inflation pressure should be checked when the tires are cold.
pg. 159 Wheels and tires
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