Why is my tire pressure light still on after filling tires Mercedes?
If you see the dreaded yellow warning light on your dash board, it means there is a loss of pressure in any or all of the tyres of your Mercedes benz that needs to be re-inflated to avoid any further potential damage to the car.
What causes a tire pressure warning on a Mercedes Benz?
The causes of the latter type of warning can be several. The owner’s manual mentions several: 1) If you have changed tire inflation pressure; 2) If you have replaced or installed new wheels or tires; 3) Having an underinflated spare tire.
How do I relearn the Mercedes TPMS light?
Press + button, TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR REACTIVATED is displayed. Press UP/DOWN button on the steering wheel to select RUN FLAT TIRE INDICATOR ACTIVE. REACTIVATION POSS. Press + button, TIRE PRES. NOW OK? is shown. Press + button, RUN FLAT INDICATOR REACTIVATED is displayed. To relearn new sensors ID’s car must be driven 10 mins at over 15 mph.
When does the tyre pressure warning light come on?
There’s nothing quite like stating the obvious; but when the tyre pressure warning light comes on, most of the time it is because your tyre pressures are actually low. Typically, manufacturers set the TPMS on their cars to trigger the light when the pressures have fallen below 75% of the car’s recommended specifications.
How to activate tire pressure monitor on Mercedes Benz?
You will NOT have “reactivated” the system. For my particular model, the “reactivate” feature is reached by pressing and holding the “R” button for 3 seconds, after which the “Monitor TPMS Yes/No” screen option comes up. For other models and years, it may be different.
What does the TPMS warning light mean on a Mercedes?
If the system reads a tire is under (or over) inflated, the TPMS warning light will illuminate on the dash. ( Note: the TPMS warning light doesn’t necessarily mean low tire pressure, but if it comes on, you should check your tires with a hand-held pressure gauge, and adjust if needed).
Where to find tire pressure on Mercedes Benz?
The tire pressure of each tire will now be displayed. ( Note: your Mercedes-Benz recommended tire pressure levels can be found printed on a label within the fuel-door.) If the system reads a tire is under (or over) inflated, the TPMS warning light will illuminate on the dash.
What happens when your low tire pressure warning light comes on?
Tire Damage. Most drivers shrug off bumping a curb, but damage can compromise the air seal and even the structural integrity of your tire. If your low tire pressure warning light comes on while driving, it’s best to pullover and do a visual inspection.
Where is the tire pressure light located on a car?
As discussed earlier, the TPMS is located on the rim of the tire. Thus, there are chances that this electronic box gets damage during the tire change process. So, whenever you are going for a car’s tire change, do check the pressure light there and then.