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TIRE FAILURES CAUSED BY UNDERINFLATION
One of the most common causes of tire failure is underinflation (Click Here for Tire Inflation Tips). Tires that are underinflated experience excessive flexing in the sidewalls which causes them to run dangerously hot, especially at highway speeds during hot weather. The buildup of heat can lead to tread separation or a sudden blowout. The underlying cause here may be lack of maintenance (not checking the inflation pressure of the tires regularly) or a slow leak that has allowed the tire to lose air.
The main responsibility for preventing this type of failure is squarely on the shoulders of the vehicle owner. But many people seldom if ever check their tires. That's why all 2008 and newer vehicles now have Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems to alert the driver if a tire is low.
You should read your owners manuals or the tire inflation decal in the door jam or glove box and know how much pressure your tires require. You should also own a tire pressure gauge and know how to use it.
Check tire inflation pressures when the tires are cold. Add air as needed to maintain the recommended pressure. If a tire is losing air, look and listen for air leaks. Spraying some soapy water on the tire tread and where the tire seats against the rim can help you locate the leak (look for bubbles). If you can't find the leak, take your vehicle to a tire dealer so the problem can be diagnosed and repaired. Punctures, rim leaks and leaky valve stems can all cause a tire to lose air.
The tire dealer's responsibility is to educate customers on the importance of maintaining proper tire inflation pressure. If a motorist does not know how to check their tires, the tire dealer should show them how. And if the motorist does not have a tire gauge, the dealer should sell him one and show him how to use it.
Technicians should also check tire inflation pressures anytime a vehicle is in for service, be it a tire rotation, alignment, brake job or oil change.