Tips while filling Air in your Tyre.
Always make sure your tyres are inflated to the correct pressure.

When inflating your tyres, always make sure that the gauge is accurate.

Never bleed air from tyres/ tubes which are hot after continuous running. Always make sure that the your tyres are the correct pressure at regular intervals (optimally, every fortnight).
Make sure that your tyres have valve caps, which are screwed on securely to prevent air leakage and prevent dirt and other particles from entering the valve pin area.

In vehicles fitted with radials as original equipment tyres, make sure that the tyres are inflated to the specified minimum on the vehicle manufacturers recommendations. You will find this on the tyre pressure placard, which is usually placed near the driver's door).

It is advisable to occasionally check your car's suspension, especially if you are driving on bad roads.

If tyre bursts in traffic
The Indication:
The steering tends to pull to the side
The explanation:
The tyre or tube is worn out
The air pressure is either too high or too low
Driving over sharp stones or objects on the road has caused your tyre tube to tear.
Steering to safety:
The most important factor governing your safety when your tyre bursts is the speed at which you're driving. The slower you are, the easier it is to steer your way to safety.

If a rear tyre bursts, you can gradually bring the car under control by gently stepping on the brake. However, since most Indian cars are front wheel drives, when a front tyre bursts, steering becomes nearly impossible, and you must be prepared to take the following steps:

If there is dense traffic on the road, you will be required to come to a stop much faster than these steps allow for. In this case, hold the steering wheel firmly, step on the foot brake gently and release it once or twice.

Tyre Pressures Off-Road

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