Winter / Cold Weather
Chevrolet Bolt EV — Winter / Cold Weather Tire Pressure
For winter / cold weather use on the Chevrolet Bolt EV, set cold pressures to 41 PSI front and 39 PSI rear.
Winter / Cold Weather cold pressure
Front
41
283 kPa
+3 vs OEM
Rear
39
269 kPa
+3 vs OEM
OEM spec
38/36 PSI
Tire size
215/50R17
Curb weight
1,616 kg
Category
ev
Tire pressure drops ~1 PSI per 10 °F. Add 3 PSI in winter so cold-morning pressure still meets spec.
Community-tuned pressures based on OEM spec + typical use-case deltas. Always verify against your door-jamb sticker for your exact trim and load rating. Minimum safe pressure is 24 PSI for most passenger tires.
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FAQ
Frequently asked
- What tire pressure should I use for winter driving in the Chevrolet Bolt EV?
- For winter / cold weather use on the Chevrolet Bolt EV, set cold pressures to 41 PSI front and 39 PSI rear. Tire pressure drops ~1 PSI per 10 °F. Add 3 PSI in winter so cold-morning pressure still meets spec.
- What is the OEM tire pressure for the Chevrolet Bolt EV?
- The factory cold pressure spec for the 2017–2024 Chevrolet Bolt EV is 38 PSI front / 36 PSI rear. Always use the door-jamb sticker for your specific trim.
- Do I need more air in my tires in the winter?
- Yes. Tire pressure drops roughly 1 PSI for every 10 °F drop in ambient temperature. Setting 41/39 PSI (OEM +3) keeps you at spec on 20 °F mornings.
- What is 41 PSI in bar or kPa?
- 41 PSI = 2.8 bar = 283 kPa. The rear 39 PSI = 2.7 bar.
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