With cooler and freezing temperatures fast approaching, Melloy Dodge would like to remind you of the importance of checking your tire pressure when there has been a noticeable drop in the temperature. If your vehicle is newer and features a tire pressure system, your messaging center will alert you that your tires need to be inflated to the recommended PSI. You may notice that there are several days throughout the Fall and Winter when your Tire Pressure System could alert you to lower tire pressures. If your vehicle is older, it’s important to check your tire pressure throughout the seasons and especially when there has been a dramatic change overnight or a weather system change during the day. If you don’t already own a tire pressure gauge, you can purchase one from our parts departments located within Melloy Dodge or at your local automotive store.
But, why does your pressure fluctuate throughout the seasons? Hot air expands and cool air contracts. In the summer, your PSI is likely to increase, especially if you are traveling long distances. When you are in warmer weather or cooler climate, you should always check each tire’s pressure and verify that each tire is at the recommended PSI located on the exterior wall of your tire. If you park your vehicle outside during the Fall and Winter months, you should check your tire pressure at least once a month. When your tire pressure is at the manufacturer’s recommended pressure, you can ensure that your vehicle will function as it should, such as fuel economy, stopping distance, and much more. For more important information regarding your tire pressure, check out our blog that goes further into detail: https://bit.ly/3dHJtMA
Melloy Dodge and our staff are dedicated to proper and important information that pertains to the safety of your vehicle and knowledgeable vehicle ownership. Visit our express lane, no appointment needed, for your vehicle maintenance, tire rotations, and fluid checks.
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