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Ambient Temperature Change and Tire Pressure

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CAUTION: Do not inflate tire higher than maximum pressure stamped on the tire sidewall.

As the ambient temperature decreases 12°C (10°F), tire pressure decreases 7 kPa (1 psi). Adjust the tire pressure by 7 kPa (1 psi) for each 12°C (10°F) ambient temperature drop as necessary to keep the tire at the specified vehicle placard pressure. For additional information, refer to the following figure.

Fig 1: Ambient Temperature Change And Tire Pressure Chart
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