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Correct Tire Pressure
CapriRacer, It is a 2004 VW Passat GLS sedan. The original tires are 195/65/15 91H; tire pressures 44 rear, 36 front. The original tires (Michelin) have max pressure of 55psi. I am going to replace the originals with the same size tire, 195/65/15 91H but the new tires have a max pressure of 44...- tomgranat
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Correct Tire Pressure
I have OEM tires on my car with a 91 load index. The tire has a max inflation of 55psi. The car manufacturer only inflates to 44 psi. Can I assume that the load on the tire is (44/55)* rated load for a 91 load index? I am getting new tires with same 91 load index however max inflation is 44...- tomgranat
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