Page 10 - Jeep Jamboree Ultimate Guide To Safe Common Sense Off-Roading

TIRE PRESSURE

Proper tire pressure will affect the performance of your vehicle. It will help prolong the life of your tires
and can help your vehicle navigate certain terrains. Since the optimum tire pressure depends on the
specific situation, it’s important to travel with a reliable pressure gauge and air compressor at all times.

ON-ROAD AIR PRESSURE OFF-ROAD AIR PRESSURE
Tire pressure can affect your vehicle’s handling, Lowering the tire pressure, or airing down, can
traction and treadwear while driving on pavement. offer a smoother ride while driving off-highway.
Always follow the recommendation from your It also expands your tire’s footprint, resulting in
vehicle’s manufacturer for your front and rear OE better traction over rocks and loose terrain. The
tires. This can be found in the owner’s manual or type of terrain you’ll be in will dictate how much
on the tire placard located inside the driver’s side to air down. It’s a good idea to consult a trail guide
door. If you’ve moved from an OE P-metric size before airing down if you are unsure of the proper
to an LT-metric or high-flotation size, then you’ll pressure.
need to follow the specific recommendation for
that tire’s psi to ensure it’s at the correct pressure All gases, including air, expand when heated and
on your vehicle. contract when the temperature declines.
• Check your tire pressure before off-roading.
FLAT TIRE PREP • Direct sun exposure will significantly increase
Routinely inspect your tires for cuts, bulges, or pressure.
any other signs of damage. And be prepared in • If the pressure is correct while a tire is warm, it
case you get a flat. Always carry the following will likely be underinflated when it cools down.
equipment: • Lowering pressure too much could push the tire
• Full-size spare tire and wheel (+/- 1 inch of the off the rim, damaging the tire and wheel.
diameter of the main tires).
• Tire plug kit (temporary trail fix). AIRING DOWN EXPANDS YOUR FOOTPRINT
• Air compressor and gauge.

Once you’re back on paved road, visit your
professional tire shop to repair or replace your tire.
Tires must be replaced if:
• The sidewall has been punctured.
• The tire has any cuts or gashes.

35 PSI 16 PSI
2.4 BAR 1.1 BAR
241 kPa 110 kPa

TRAIL GUIDE TIP
Never air down without the proper equipment to air back
up. Ensure you can reinflate your tires to a safe pressure
when returning to the pavement. ALWAYS AIR UP WHEN
RETURNING TO SURFACED ROADS. Underinflated tires will
negatively impact your handling, traction and treadwear on
the road.

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