The recommended Volvo S60 tire pressure is between 35 and 39 psi—but what do you do if your tire pressure monitoring system isn’t working? Click here to find out.

Written by Meaghan Branham

Reviewed by Melanie Reiff

Updated on Jan 31, 2024

Table of Contents

What is the right tire pressure for a Volvo S60?
How to check Volvo S60 tire pressure
How to reset the Volvo tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) light
How to save on Volvo S60 insurance

If you drive a Volvo S60, you should aim to keep the pressure of the front and rear tires somewhere between 35 and 39 pounds per square inch (psi), depending on the model year.

Keeping your tires inflated to the correct air pressure is a vital part of responsible car ownership and safe driving. If your tires are incorrectly inflated, it can lead to increased wear and tear, decreased fuel efficiency, and a higher risk of a blowout while you’re driving.

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What is the right tire pressure for a Volvo S60?

While the correct tire pressure depends on the year of your particular Volvo S60, you can rest assured that whether you’re driving a 2005 or a 2021 model, your tire pressure needs to be between 35 and 39 psi for both front and back tires. To be completely sure, you can check the owner’s manual, or the sticker on the inside of your driver's side door frame.

If you happen to have high-performance tires different from those originally included, you’ll want to check the specifications before filling them up, as they may have different requirements.

Tire pressure recommendations for other Volvo vehicles

Vehicle	Front tire pressure	Rear tire pressure
2022 Volvo S90	30-33 psi	30-33 psi
2022 Volvo V60 Cross Country	33 psi	33 psi
2022 V90 Cross Country	35 psi	35 psi
2022 Volvo XC40	33 psi	33 psi
2022 Volvo XC60	35 psi	35 psi
2022 Volvo XC90	35 psi	35 psi

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How to check Volvo S60 tire pressure

If you’re looking to find the current tire pressure of each of the tires on your Volvo S60, there are a couple of easy ways to check. On newer Volvo models, you can see each tire's pressure listed on the screen above the steering wheel to the right of your speedometer.

If you have an older Volvo S60, you can still check your tire pressure easily, with the help of a little tool called a

tire pressure gauge

. You can purchase one for around $10 to $20 to have on hand, or you can use one available at a gas station’s air-filling station. Just remove the valve stem cap on each tire and place the tire pressure gauge onto the valve system.

How often should you check tire pressure?

In general, you should check your tire pressure at least once a month and before any long road trips. Of course, if you notice anything a bit off while driving, like decreased acceleration, it’s a good idea to check your tire pressure first.

How to tell if your Volvo S60 needs new tires

Volvo recommends following the general rule of thumb for replacing tires: every six years or so. You can get an idea of how yours are holding up by checking them every once in a while for major wear and tear and any imperfections.

To check your tread depth, you can use the penny method: just stick a US penny into the tire tread, head first. If you can see the top of Abe’s head, it means your tire tread has been majorly worn down, and it's time for new tires.

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

It’s a good idea to pay attention to the tire pressure monitoring system on your Volvo’s dash. This light is supposed to alert you when one or more of your tires has low pressure—however, sometimes the light might refuse to turn off even after you’ve put the perfect amount of air in the tires. In these cases, it's likely time to reset your TPMS.

To calibrate your TPMS light on newer models, go to the Applications page of the infotainment screen. Select “Car Status”, then “TPMS”.

Make sure you have inflated all of your tires to the recommended PSI, then select “Calibrate” or “Store Pressure”, which should start the calibration process. You’ll need to drive your car around for 20 to 30 minutes at over 22 miles per hour (mph) to allow the computer to register the correct pressure.

In older models, specifically those made from 2011 to 2018, you will first need to first turn on the ignition without starting the engine. Then, press the “My Car” button on the center console. Then, select “Tire Monitor” followed by “Calibrate Tire Pressure”. Once you’ve done this, start the car and drive it for at least ten minutes at a speed of over 20 mph.

If you’ve completed these steps but your TPMS light is still on, you may need to bring your Volvo to a mechanic or your local dealership to diagnose the problem.

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How to save on Volvo S60 insurance

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