You can find the recommended tire pressure for your vehicle typically in these places:

• On a sticker located inside the driver’s door frame or door jamb.
• Inside the fuel filler cap or fuel door.
• In the vehicle owner’s manual.

The tire sidewall also shows tire pressure, but that is usually the maximum tire pressure allowed for the tire, not the recommended pressure for your vehicle. To check the actual tire pressure on your tire, you need to:

• Remove the valve cap on the tire’s air valve stem.
• Use a tire pressure gauge by pressing it firmly against the valve stem.
• The gauge will give a reading of the current tire pressure, measured in pounds per square inch (PSI).

This process gives you the current tire pressure on the tire itself. Always compare this reading with the recommended tire pressure found on your vehicle sticker or manual to ensure safety and optimal performance. For best accuracy, check tire pressure when the tires are cold, before driving or after the vehicle has been parked for a few hours. In summary, the recommended tire pressure is not physically on the tire itself but on vehicle-specific locations, while the actual tire pressure is measured on the tire valve using a gauge.