Temperature fluctuations and it's impact on your vehicle

Temperature fluctuations of 40 degrees or more this time of year isn't that unusual. These swift temperature swings effect our vehicles tires.

With under-inflated tires impeding the handling characteristics of cars and trucks, understanding temperature changes and its safety hazards is critical. Tire experts suggest that every 10 degree drop in temperature will decrease tire pressure by 1 p.s.i. (pound square inch). A 40 degree overnight temperature drop can lower the pressure in one or more of your tires to unsafe levels. Properly adjusting your tire pressure for seasonal change should be included in your maintenance regiment. It's easy to do yourself or by a mechanic. The recommended tire pressure settings are found in the driver’s door jam of every car and truck. Recommended tire pressure for Acura vehicles is 32-33 psi. You may want to consider pressure 1-3 psi above the recommended settings to maintain safe tire pressure during our Wisconsin winters. Making life easier, TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring System) designed to alert you if pressures drop below 28 psi is standard on all Acura vehicles. Beyond an "idiot light" the Multi-Information Display located on the instrument panel displays individual tire pressure that can be accessed anytime. Properly inflated tires also last longer and increase fuel economy. Check your tires regularly and we are all safer!