Tire Question

[lskipper]

I have a 04 GMC Denali, 6.0 AWD. I bought used about 10 days ago. I was checking the tire pressure and it was between 30-32 lbs ( I prefer 35 lbs.). The tire(s) it self states 80 lbs (cold).
Here is the info I took off the tire.
Michelin LTX A/S
LT 265/70 R17 LTX A/S
Max load single 3195 lbs @ 80 psi (cold)
Load range E

I think these are "Light truck tires" and require more pressure. Do I need to go ahead and push them up to 80 lbs. I don;t think it would be good from them to run the under inflated.

Would or could the the higher TP cause and issue with the tire monitor?

Thoughts????

Thanks

 

[Stargazer]

Use the recommended tire pressure that printed on the driver's door jamb sticker as your starting point. I think it would be fine to adjust it to a slightly higher psi depending on handling characteristics and contact patch.

But whatever you do, don't just max it out to whatever is printed on the tire. That's just a generic number that does not apply to any specific vehicle, but refers more to the upper limit of safety for that tire.

 

[boostaholic]

Will ride best from 32-34 psi, better mileage with 38-44ish psi.