TIRES AND WHEEL Underinflated Tires Low pressure is a tire’s worst enemy. Underinflation allows tires to flex improperly, causing high temperatures to build up. Heat causes early tire damage such as flex break, radial cracks, and ply separation. Low pressure may affect control of your vehicle, especially at the front wheels. Most tire wear problems are caused by underinflation as the result of slow leaks, so you’ll want to check tire pressure regularly. Lower tire pressure does not provide better traction on ice or snow. Do not operate a vehicle with under- inflated tires.
The extra heat caused by underinflation can cause sudden tire failure such as a tire fire or blow out, which can cause an accident re- sulting in death or personal injury. Low pressure may affect control at the front wheels, which could result in an accident involving death or per- sonal injury. Keep your tires inflated to the manufacturer's recommended air pressure. WARNING! Do not attempt to raise the vehicle to remove or install a damaged tire and wheel assembly if you are not fully qualified and not equipped with the proper tools and equipment. Do not attempt to re-inflate a tire that has been run flat. Obtain expert help.
A person can be seriously injured or killed if using the wrong service methods. Truck tires and wheels should be serviced only by trained personnel using proper equipment. Follow OSHA regulations per sec- tion 1910.177. WARNING! 5 NOTE Follow all warnings and cautions contained within the tire and wheel manufacturer's literature. (03/17) Y53-6077-1B1 5-141