Chevrolet Silverado: Wheels and Tires / Tire Pressure for High-Speed Operation

Chevrolet Silverado 2019-2026 Owners Manual / Vehicle Care / Wheels and Tires / Tire Pressure for High-Speed Operation

Warning

Driving at high speeds, 160 km/h (100 mph) or higher, puts additional strain on tires. Sustained high-speed driving causes excessive heat buildup and can cause sudden tire failure. This could cause a crash, and you or others could be killed. Some high-speed rated tires require inflation pressure adjustment for high-speed operation. When speed limits and road conditions allow the vehicle to be driven at high speeds, make sure the tires are rated for high-speed operation, are in excellent condition, and are set to the correct cold tire inflation pressure for the vehicle load.

Tire Pressure

Tires need the correct amount of air pressure to operate effectively. Warning Neither tire underinflation nor overinflation is good. Underinflated tires, or tires that do not have enough air, can result in: Tire overloading and overheating, which could lead to a blowout...

Tire Pressure Monitor System

The Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) uses radio and sensor technology to check tire pressure levels. The TPMS sensors monitor the air pressure in your tires and transmit tire pressure readings to a receiver located in the vehicle...

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Chevrolet Silverado 2019-2026 Owners Manual: Instrument Panel Fuse Block (Right)

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Chevrolet Silverado 2019-2026 Owners Manual: Filling the Tank (Pickup Model)

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