Checking and refilling the ute tyres

Is it ok to wait until you have a flat tyre before refilling it?

• No. Its unsafe to drive with a flat or low tyre

• It's fine, tyres are tough. It can wait

• It's safe if you lower the other tyres aswell

• Its ok, the rims and integrity of the tyre won't be affected.

What could potentially happen if you overfill the tyre (too much psi)?

• Nothing. Tyres can take lots of air.

• The tyre could blow out causing massive injuries to those nearby

• It will just harmlessly pop like a balloon

• The air compressor could run out of air.

What could happen if you were not situationally aware when exiting/entering your car and while filling it?

• You could be hit by a car

• The tyre could blow out

• Your own car could run you over if the handbreak isn't on

• All of the above

What is the correct psi for a Hilux ute accoring to the manufacturer?

• 100 psi

• 10 psi

• 29-32 psi

• 38 psi

Why is it best practice is to roll up the compressor hose neatly after use?

• It's easier and safer for the next person to use

• It's not. Just leave it as you found it

• It's not your problem if someone trips over it, just drive off.

• It's ok if another car runs over it, thats the service station's concern

How do you determine the correct tyre pressure for your vehicle?

• Just go with your mate Dave's recommendation

• Take a guess- somewhere beween 20-40 should be ok

• Your personal car which is a hatchback is 33 psi so do the same with the ute.

• Look on the inside of the driver's door for recommended psi or refer to the ute manuel

What is a sign that indicates your car tyres may be underinflated?

• Your car will use more fuel

• No signs

• The car will handle better

• The car stops/brakes better

What is a sign that indicates your car tyres may be overinflated?

• The car brakes better

• No signs

• Car may feel really bumpy and skids more in the rain

• The car handles great in wet weather