How do Volvo tyre pressure sensors work?
Tyre pressure monitoring uses detectors located on the air valve in each wheel. When the car is driven at approx. 30 km/h(20 mph), or faster, the system detects the tyre pressure. If the pressure is too low, a low tyre pressure indicator symbol in the driver display illuminates and a message is shown.
Where is Car Status app on Volvo?
centre display
Open the Car status app from the app view in the centre display. The app is opened in the bottom subview of the home view. Select the Messages tab in the app.
How to check tire pressure with Volvo TPMS?
panel and will display one of the following messages in the text window: LOW TIRE PRESS. CHECK TIRES or VERY LOW TIRE PRESSURE. If a fault occurs in TPMS, the tire pressure warning light will flash for approximately 1 minute and TIRE PRESS SYST SERVICE REQUIRED will be displayed.
What does the TPMS malfunction indicator tell you?
Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS malfunction indicator to indicate when the system is not operating properly. The TPMS malfunction indicator is combined with the low tire pressure telltale. When the system detects a malfunction, the telltale will flash for approximately one minute and then remain continuously illuminated.
How does the tire pressure monitoring system work?
The tire pressure monitoring system1 uses sensors mounted in the tire valves to check inflation pressure levels. When the vehicle is moving at a speed of approximately 20 mph (30 km/h) or faster, these sensors transmit inflation pressure data to a receiver located in the vehicle.
When does tire pressure Syst service need to be performed?
• If wheels without TPMS sensors are mounted on the vehicle, TIRE PRESS SYST SERVICE REQUIRED will be displayed each time the vehicle is driven above 25 mph (40 km/h) for 10 minutes or more. • Once TPMS sensors are properly installed, the warning message should not reappear.