Inflation Of Tires; Tire Rotation; Higher Than Recommended Pressure Can Cause; Unequal Pressure On Same Axle Can Cause - Suzuki Ignis Service Manual

3F-6 WHEELS AND TIRES

INFLATION OF TIRES

The pressure recommended for any model is carefully calculated to give a satisfactory ride, stability, steering,
tread wear, tire life and resistance to bruises.
Tire pressure, with tires cold, (after vehicle has set for 3 hours or more, or driven less than one mile) should be
checked monthly or before any extended trip. Set to the specifications on the "Tire Placard" located on the left
door (right door for right-hand side steering vehicle) lock pillar.
It is normal for tire pressure to increase when the tires become hot during driving.
Do not bleed or reduce tire pressure after driving. Bleeding reduces the "Cold Inflation Pressure".

Higher than recommended pressure can cause :

• Hard ride
• Tire bruising or carcass damage
• Rapid tread wear at center of tire

Unequal pressure on same axle can cause :

• Uneven braking
• Steering lead
• Reduced handling
• Swerve on acceleration
Lower than recommended pressure can cause :
• Tire squeal on turns
• Hard Steering
• Rapid and uneven wear on the edges of the tread
• Tire rim bruises and rupture
• Tire cord breakage
• High tire temperature
• Reduced handling
• High fuel consumption

TIRE ROTATION

To equalize wear, rotate tires according to left figure. Radial tires
should be rotated periodically. Set tire pressure.
NOTE:
Due to their design, radial tires tend to wear faster in the
shoulder area, particularly in front positions. This makes
regular rotation especially necessary.
[A] : 5-tire rotation
[B] : 4-tire rotation
LH : Left-hand drive
RH : Right-hand drive