The Ford Mustang’s recommended tire pressure is generally 32 pounds per square inch (psi) for both front and rear tires, depending on your trim and model year.

Getting the tire pressure right in your vehicle provides crucial protection against tire damage on the road—especially in a sports car. Driving around with too much or too little air in your tires can actually put you at risk of a blowout, and it can also lead to diminished fuel efficiency, poor steering control, and limited traction.

It’s important to know your Mustang’s recommended psi numbers before you reach for that air compressor. That’s why

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What is the right tire pressure for a Mustang?

Typically, it’s recommended that your Ford Mustang tire pressure stays at 32 psi in both the front and rear tires. To double-check this number, you can find your Mustang’s recommended tire pressure for your specific vehicle in the owner’s manual or on a placard in the driver’s door jamb.

That said, tire pressure can vary slightly with different model years, trims, upgrades, and uses. Tire pressure for the

Ford Mustang Mach 1

, for example, should range between 30 and 38 psi during track use. With the Handling Package upgrade, this shifts to 28 and 36 psi in both tires. If your Mustang is outfitted with 20-inch wheels, you’ll want to keep your tire pressure at 35 psi.

Because the

Ford Mustang Mach-E

is a compact SUV, tire pressure is also different from the standard Mustang: 39 psi for 19-inch wheels and 38 psi for 18-inch wheels. Standard Mustang models before 2015 also require 34 psi in the front and rear tires—but make sure to always verify the recommended tire pressure with your owner’s manual or door placard first.

While certain non-standard tires, like competition tires, may list a different psi on the tire’s sidewall, Ford recommends sticking to the tire inflation numbers on the driver’s door. This will be the safest pressure recommendation to follow to prevent uneven tread and unnecessary tire stress.

Tire pressure recommendations for other Ford vehicles

Vehicle	Front tire pressure	Rear tire pressure
2022 Ford Ecosport	35 to 36 psi	35 to 36 psi
2022 Ford Escape	35 psi	35 psi
2022 Ford Bronco	35 to 39 psi	35 to 39 psi
2022 Ford Edge	35 to 38 psi	35 to 38 psi
2022 Ford Explorer	33 psi	33 psi
2022 Ford F-150	35 psi	35 psi

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How to check Mustang tire pressure

Some newer Mustang models make this easy by displaying your Ford’s Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) readings on your Mustang’s dashboard. Navigation on the instrument cluster can be a bit tricky, so you’ll want to do the following:

Using the steering wheel’s keypad, go to “Gauge Mode” from the main menu

Scroll all the way down until “Tire Pressure” and a diagram of a car displays on the screen

Each wheel will have its current psi reading listed

While dashboard psi readings are convenient, some Mustangs aren’t as technically equipped. Not to worry—almost every Mustang TPMS system (equipped in 2007 or newer models) will at least display a “low tire pressure” warning on the dash if the tires need air. You can then check your Mustang’s tire pressure readings manually.

All you have to do is unscrew the valve stem cap on each tire and insert a tire pressure gauge right into the stem. Your gauge will show you a psi reading, which will inform you whether or not you need to add or remove air.

Don’t have a

tire pressure gauge

at home? Head to the gas station! Most fuel spots have tire pressure gauges available for use in their air-filling stations.

Since TPMS systems aren’t always accurate, it’s a good idea to

check your tire pressure

periodically even if you don’t have a “low tire pressure” warning. You’ll also want to pay attention to your Mustang’s performance, too—a bumpy ride and temperamental steering are both signs that tire pressure may be off.

How often should you check tire pressure?

A healthy practice is to check your tire pressure at least once a month, or before you head out on a long road trip.

How to tell if your Ford Mustang needs new tires

Ford recommends that drivers swap out their Mustang’s tires every six years. But if you notice bulging in your sidewall, cracks in the rubber, and smooth, worn-down tread, it may be time for a tire replacement.

If you’re not sure how to tell if your tire tread is worn out—grab a penny and stick it into the grooves of your tire tread. You’ll know it’s time to get new tires if you can see the top of Lincoln’s head.

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How to reset the Mustang tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) light

A frustrating problem some Mustang drivers encounter is a tire pressure warning light that won’t turn off despite the tires having the correct psi. If the warning light still doesn’t turn off after driving your Mustang for at least twenty minutes, you may need to

reset the TPMS

. This can be done in a few ways depending on your Mustang’s model year and trim.

If you own a model from 2007 to 2014, you will need to put your Mustang into accessory mode, then TPMS reset mode (see your manual for directions), and use a Ford TPMS Relearn Tool to recalibrate each tire’s pressure individually.

Models from 2015 and onward don’t need a TPMS reset tool, however. Some higher trims can reset the tire monitor system by simply turning the car on without the engine, navigating to “tire monitor” under “driver assist” in the cluster display menu, and holding “OK.” Lower trims, however, will need to follow a few more steps:

Drive for two or more minutes over 20 mph

Stop and turn off the engine

Turn the car on without the engine

Turn the hazard flashers on and off three times within 10 seconds

Your horn will beep—letting you know you’re in TPMS reset mode

Starting with the front left tire, increase or decrease tire pressure until the horn chirps (confirming that the sensor is reset for that tire)

Repeat step six in this order: front right tire, back right tire, back left tire

Turn the car off

Adjust each tire’s pressure back to the recommended psi

If your Mustang continues to have issues with the TPMS system after a reset, you may want to bring your sports car to a Ford dealership or a

trustworthy mechanic

to diagnose the problem

MORE: What to do if your tire blows out?

How to save on Mustang insurance

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