Subaru Legacy Tire Pressure

It is important to maintain proper tire pressure for Subaru Legacy tires. Low tire pressure will result in tire underinflation, and high tire pressure will result in tire overinflation, which can compromise tire safety, cause tire blowout, decrease fuel efficiency, cause uneven tire wear and reduce tire tread life. Check Subaru Legacy tire pressure regularly, and monitor Subaru Legacy tire inflation levels to avoid driving with overinflated or underinflated tires.

Tire inflation value listed on tire sidewall is a maximum tire pressure the tire can be inflated to, and not the recommended tire pressure for Subaru Legacy. Use recommended tire pressure listed on the tire pressure chart found on a sticker on driver's door jam or in Subaru Legacy manual. Recommended tire pressure for your Subaru Legacy tires will be listed in one of the following pressure units: psi (pound per square inch), bar or kPa (kilopascals). Pay attention as your Subaru Legacy may have different recommended tire pressure values for front and rear tires. Keep your Subaru Legacy tires inflated at recommended tire pressure levels at all times for your driving comfort and safety.

If you replace Subaru Legacy original equipment tires with optional tire sizes or you switch to plus size tires, make sure to follow guidelines for the application of load and inflation tables to find proper tire pressure for new tires on your Subaru Legacy. Subaru Legacy tires with the same load index, regardless of tire size, may carry the same load, but not always, and they may require substantially different inflation pressures. Tire load index may not be used independently to determine replacement tire acceptability for load capacity. An equal or greater load index does not always correspond to equal or greater load capacity at all inflation pressure settings.

Always refer to the Subaru Legacy owner’s manual for any specific safety advice regarding the application of Subaru Legacy replacement tires.

Subaru Legacy replacement tires must have equal or greater speed rating compared to the original equipment tires if your Subaru Legacy speed capability is to be maintained. It is recommended that tire installers refer to the Subaru Legacy owner’s manual to identify any tire speed rating restriction or recommendation that could affect the operation of the vehicle. If your Subaru Legacy replacement tires have a lower speed rating than the original equipment tires, the vehicle’s speed must be restricted to that of the replacement tires.

Original equipment tires that come on your Subaru Legacy will have the proper tire load index, so stick to that number or higher when you replace them with new tires. Tire load index tells you how much weight your tire can carry. Putting too much weight on your tires will overload them, and can cause tire damage, premature tire wear or even tire blowout. Refer to your Subaru Legacy manual to find its original equipment tire sizes and their load ratings.

Subaru Legacy tire pressure changes with temperature, so check your Subaru Legacy tire pressure when outside temperature goes up or down. During colder months when temperatures drop, Subaru Legacy tire pressure will decrease also by approximately 1 psi for each 10 degrees Fahrenheit. Maintain proper Subaru Legacy winter tire pressure by adding air to your tires as needed to the recommended tire inflation levels.

Subaru Legacy tire pressure should be checked when tires are cold, after your vehicle has not been driven for at least three hours. It is best to check your tire inflation pressure in the morning, after the vehicle has been parked overnight, using a reliable tire pressure gauge.

If your Subaru Legacy is equipped with tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS), pay attention to low tire pressure warning light being on. Ensure your tire pressure sensors are working properly to stay alert and enjoy a safe ride. If your tire pressure warning light is on, check front and rear tires to make sure they are properly inflated.

What is the recommended tire pressure for my Subaru Legacy?
Recommended tire pressure for Subaru Legacy is determined by the manufacturer based on your vehicle's characteristics and original equipment tire sizes. Find your Subaru Legacy year to get recommended tire inflation for Subaru Legacy tires.

How do I find my recommended tire pressure setting for my Subaru Legacy? What is correct Subaru Legacy tire pressure?
You can find your Subaru Legacy recommended tire pressure in Subaru Legacy owner's manual, on sticker attached to the driver's door jam, inside glove box compartment or fuel door. Recommended tire inflation for Subaru Legacy will be listed in psi, bar or kPa.

How to check my Subaru Legacy tire pressure?
Proper Subaru Legacy tire inflation is essential to the overall tire performance of your vehicle. To check tire pressure for Subaru Legacy you will need to know its recommended tire pressure levels and a standard or digital tire pressure gauge. Check inflation levels in Subaru Legacy tires with the tire pressure gauge and adjust your Subaru Legacy tire pressure to its recommended levels be adding or releasing air. Check Subaru Legacy tire pressure levels in all tires again. Make sure to check tire inflation for your Subaru Legacy regularly to ensure safe and comfortable drive.

Why is my Subaru Legacy tire pressure warning light on?
If your Subaru Legacy is equipped with Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) it will alert you when tire pressure is too low and your tires could be underinflated, which can lead to uneven tire wear and can cause tire failure. If Subaru Legacy low tire pressure warning light is on, check all Subaru Legacy tires for low tire pressure and inflate tires to the recommended tire pressure levels. Keep in mind that Tire Pressure Monitoring System does not replace routine tire pressure check and maintenance.

How to reset tire pressure warning light for Subaru Legacy?
To reset tire pressure monitoring system for Subaru Legacy, make sure front and rear tires are inflated to the recommended levels. Turn the engine on, then press and hold the tire pressure reset button located under the steering wheel on the instrument panel. Hold the button down until the TPMS light blinks three times, then release the button.

What is my recommended winter tire pressure for my Subaru Legacy?
Recommended winter tire pressure for Subaru Legacy is the same as all other seasons. You should keep tire inflation at recommended levels in any weather conditions. Subaru Legacy tire inflation will decrease with lower outside temperatures, so make sure to check Subaru Legacy tire pressure during winter months regularly to keep Subaru Legacy tires properly inflated in the winter.