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Topic: Vehicle mechanics and maintenance · Nº 185 / 539

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Cuando llega el invierno ¿es conveniente que el conductor modifique la presión de inflado de los neumáticos de su vehículo?

When winter comes, is it advisable for the driver to change their vehicle's tyre pressure?

  • ASí, se debe aumentar la presión cuando las temperaturas son bajas.Yes, the pressure should be increased when temperatures are low.
  • BNo, se deben mantener con la misma presión que en verano.No, they should be kept at the same pressure as in summer.
  • CSí, se debe disminuir la presión cuando las temperaturas son bajas.Yes, the pressure should be reduced when temperatures are low.
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Correct answer

  • BNo, se deben mantener con la misma presión que en verano.No, they should be kept at the same pressure as in summer.
Explanation

Tyre pressure does not change with the season: it must stay at the pressure set by the vehicle manufacturer, checked when cold. In winter it is a good idea to check it more often, because it drops slightly in the cold, but you should not deliberately inflate the tyres more or less.

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