How to Properly Inflate tyres?
Always check when the tyres are cold, meaning don’t drive more than 4 km from the time they were deflated. If you have driven more kilometres, the pressure gauge may give wrong information.
How long to inflate tyres
If the tyres are very flat, it will take a little bit of time to inflate them all. If you inflated them recently and were just doing a check, you should be done in about 30 seconds.
Where to inflate tyres
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At the gas station near tyre pumping stations by bringing the car as close as possible to the air pump or compressor. This way the tube from the dispenser will reach all four wheels.
or at home with a portable tyre inflation compressor.
Steps to inflate tyres
1. Remove the valve caps : Unscrew the valve cap from the valve stem of the tyre. Set the cap aside in a safe place to prevent it from getting lost.
2. Connect the air pump. If using an air compressor, connect the hose to the valve stem firmly. If using a manual pump, insert the pump nozzle onto the valve stem and hold it securely.
3. Stretch the tube to the tyre and press the tip of the valve.
4. Squeeze the air pump handle until you hear the air flow out and fill the tyre. If you hear a loud noise, as if the air flow is coming out uncontrollably, try to better position the tip of the tube on the valve because it is probably not inflating properly with the wheel.
5. Check the pressure during the procedure and adjust it as needed. When you think the tyre is sufficiently inflated, look at the pressure gauge to check the pressure. Most tyres should be around 30 to 35 PSI or 1.8 and 2.2 bar, but always check your car's documentation to be sure.
6. Keep inflating if the pressure gauge reports less than the correct pressure. If you have over-inflated, you can deflate the tyre by pressing the valve tip with a small object. When you reach the correct pressure you are done.
7. Then, put the cap back on the valve.
If the tyres are very flat, it will take several minutes to inflate each one of them. If you inflated them recently and were just doing a check, it should be done in about 30 seconds.
It is recommended to check tyre pressure every month or before a long car trip.
PSI means Pounds per Square Inch. 1 bar = 14,5 PSI