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Tyre Deflation

Tiny
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  • 2001 RENAULT MEGANE
  • 4 CYL
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 120,000 MILES
Hi, one of my front tyre deflates rather quickly(ie. When I inflate to abt 240psi the night before, it deflates to abt 130psi the next day).I am suspecting a leak but is it with the tyre, rim or valve?How can I be sure?My car is a Renault Megane Cabriolet 2001 1.6 16V. Mileage at 120000KM and tyre is 15inch. Thanks!
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Wednesday, December 22nd, 2010 AT 2:46 PM

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Tiny
KHLOW2008
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You need to perform a test to determine where the leak is coming from.

One way of doing it is to remove the wheel and dump it inside a tank of water and note where air bubbles are coming from to locate the source.

I do not think you are referring to 240 psi. Most tires have a maximum rating of 60 psi for passenger vehicles.
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Sunday, December 26th, 2010 AT 11:42 AM

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