Why did my tire pressure light come on then off?
When the tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) light on your dash comes on, it usually means that the air pressure in one or more of your tires has dropped below the expected level. The light can also be triggered erroneously by a bad sensor, and it can also come on, and go back off, seemingly at random.
What does it mean when your car says service tire pressure system?
Whenever your car says service tire monitor system, this means that more than likely you have a bad tire pressure monitor sensor (TPMS). This warning is just letting you know something is wrong with the TPMS. A TPMS or service tire monitor system, just lets you know when your tire pressure is too low or too high.
What does it mean when the tire pressure monitoring light comes on?
If the Tire Pressure Monitoring System light (TPMS) light comes on in the dash of your car, it indicates there’s a problem with the system itself, not that there’s a tire low on air. The TPMS light means that the system isn’t able to communicate with a sensor.
When do you Know Your TPMS light needs service?
Your TPMS needs service: Likely if the light is blinking and your verified tire pressure is stable. A slow tire leak: Likely if the TPMS light is steady after adding air. Keep monitoring tire inflation. If your verified tire pressure drops too quickly, it’s time for tire repair.
When to call the TPMS service for a tire leak?
Your TPMS needs service: Likely if the light is blinking and your verified tire pressure is stable. A slow tire leak: Likely if the TPMS light is steady after adding air. Keep monitoring tire inflation. If your verified tire pressure drops too quickly, it’s time for tire repair. Is it safe to drive with the TPMS light on?
Why does my TPMS warning light go off in cold weather?
With either type of system, cold weather can trigger a warning light because tire pressure often drops with the thermometer. The warning light may go off after the vehicle has been driven and tire pressure increases. Some manufacturers recommend against sealant kits being used to repair flat tires because the sealant could damage the TPMS sensors.
If the Tire Pressure Monitoring System light (TPMS) light comes on in the dash of your car, it indicates there’s a problem with the system itself, not that there’s a tire low on air. The TPMS light means that the system isn’t able to communicate with a sensor.
What does it mean when your TPMS warning light is on?
So check your tires carefully. If your vehicle has a TPMS, it’s probably monitoring the pressure in your spare tire. Therefore, if you get a low tire pressure warning light, and if you’ve checked all four tires that are touching the ground, than you might need to put some air in the spare.
Can a service tire pressure monitoring system be replaced?
Yes, you can replace the sensor and use the relearn on a 2008. Re: Service Tire Pressure Monitoring System light? Just did this recently on my 08. Re: Service Tire Pressure Monitoring System light?
When to reset TPMS tire pressure system light?
This procedure should apply to the second, third, and fifth generations of the GMC Sierra (2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 model years). Hopefully, the article GMC Sierra: How To Reset TPMS Tire Pressure System Light (2008-2021) can solve your problem.