Fix Your Car Issues with These Affordable Fixes

77. Keep Tire Pressure Within Optimal Range

Items Needed: Tire pressure gauge
Est. Price: $10-$20*

When it comes to tire pressure, you have to be vigilant. Air pressure in your tires is measured by pounds per square inch, also known as PSI. According to auto experts, the recommended PSI ranges from 30 to 35. When it’s cold out, the recommended PSI is 32 to 35. You can find the specific PSI for your car in the owner’s manual.

Keep Tire Pressure Within Optimal Range ©Soonthorn Wongsaita / Shutterstock.com


Keep Tire Pressure Within Optimal Range ©Soonthorn Wongsaita / Shutterstock.com


You can buy a tire pressure checker at Walmart or on Amazon for $10-$20. It’s a wise investment, as the last thing you want to have happen is one or more of your tires going flat because you didn’t stay vigilant.