Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Replacement Tires Description
When replacement is necessary, the original equipment type tire should be used.
Refer to the TIRE PLACARDΒ . Replacement tires should be of the same size, load range and construction as those originally on the vehicle. Use of any other size or type tire may affect ride, handling, speedometer/odometer calibration, vehicle ground clearance and tire or snow chain clearance to the body and chassis.
It is recommended that new tires be installed in pairs on the same axle. If necessary to replace only one tire, it should be paired with the tire having the most tread, to equalize braking traction.
The metric term for tire inflation pressure is the kilo Pascal (kPa). Tire pressures will usually be printed in both kPa and psi on the Tire Placard. Metric tire gauges are available from tool suppliers. The chart, below table, converts commonly used inflation pressures from kPa to psi.
| Β | kPa | kgf/cm2 | psi |
|---|---|---|---|
| Conversion: 1 psi = 6.895 kPa 1 kgf/cm2 = 98.066 kPa |
160 | 1.6 | 23 |
| 180 | 1.8 | 26 | |
| 200 | 2.0 | 29 | |
| 220 | 2.2 | 32 | |
| 240 | 2.4 | 35 | |
| 260 | 2.6 | 38 | |
| 280 | 2.8 | 41 | |
| 300 | 3.0 | 44 | |
| 320 | 3.2 | 47 | |
| 340 | 3.4 | 50 |
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.