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Where does NHTSA say to find your car's recommended tire pressure?

On the door edge label or in the owner's manual.

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  1. On the door edge label or in the owner's manual ✔
  2. Molded into the tire sidewall
  3. On a sticker under the hood

Why: Look at the Tire and Loading Information Label on the driver's side door edge, or check the owner's manual. The number on the tire sidewall is a maximum, not the recommended pressure.

Huh, didn't know that: NHTSA says a spare should not replace worn tires, except in emergencies such as replacing a flat.

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Answer: On the door edge label or in the owner's manual. Look at the Tire and Loading Information Label on the driver's side door edge, or check the owner's manual. The number on the tire sidewall is a maximum, not the recommended pressure.

  1. NHTSA: Tires www.nhtsa.gov/vehicle-safety/tires
    can be found on the Tire and Loading Information Label on the driver's side door edge or in your owner's manual.
    Checked 2026-10-10.

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