Subaru Car & Truck Tire Valve Stems & Caps

Subaru Car and Truck Tire Valve Stems and Caps

Valve stems and caps are an important part of the tires on your Subaru. When you need to replace these parts, its important to know what options are available. Having knowledge of stems and caps will help you select quality parts that are right for your vehicle.

Valve stems are found on the tires of the Subaru. Valve stems are used to add or remove air from the tires to ensure that they are inflated to the proper PSI. If the valve stem is damaged you will need to replace it in order to maintain your tires air pressure. Replacements can be easily installed right in the rims of the tires. Some valve stems have tire pressure monitoring sensors in them which will tell you if your tire pressure is too high or too low so you can make the necessary adjustment. Valve caps are the small caps that go over the stem for protection as well as to ensure there is a sufficient seal so air does not escape.

There are a variety of designs available for valve caps. This allows you to choose a design that suits your Subaru and your style. Some design options include:

• Subaru logo
• Engine specifications
• Shape or symbol
• Solid color

Caps are easy to install, not requiring any specialized tools. Most of the valve caps will simply screw onto the valve stem. There is threading that needs to be followed. If youre having trouble removing an existing cap, you may have to use pliers.

Caps that go over tire valve stems can be made from an array of different materials. You may want to coordinate it with the material of the wheel or go with a different style entirely. Some materials are more suited to holding up against the elements, such as snow and cold weather. Common valve cap materials include:

• Aluminum
• Plastic
• Chrome
• Steel alloy
• Titanium

When youre buying tire accessories for your Subaru, its important to review a few details.

• Part: Determine if you need a tire valve, a cap, or both.
• Sets: Decide if you need a single replacement or a set of four.
• OEM or aftermarket: Consider whether you want an OEM genuine Subaru part or an aftermarket brand.
• Features: Determine if there are any specific features you want included in the parts, such as a PSI monitoring sensor.