Is it safe to drive with tire light on?
It’s not safe to drive around with your TPMS light illuminated. If the light comes on while you’re driving, slow down and get to the nearest gas or service station to inspect the tire.
What should I do if my low tire pressure light comes on?
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. Check for any signs of sagging or deformities in your tires’ shape.
How do I reset the tire maintenance light?
Hit the ❏ knob briefly until you get to the SETTINGS screen Scroll down to MAINTENANCE by rotating the knob and press the knob button to select it You can set a reminder at a specific interval or RESET the current one in this menu Time needed: 7 minutes.
What does the maintenance required light mean on my car?
This is an alert for you to make an appointment for car service because you are getting close to the 5,000-mile service interval. The maintenance required light will remain on and be solid after the mileage interval reaches 5,000 miles since the light was reset. This is the final reminder to bring your car in for service.
When does the TPMS light come on in a car?
If one of the tires has low air, add air until the pressure reaches the manufacturer’s specifications, which can be found on the inside of the driver’s side door panel. In addition, the TPMS Light may come on if the tire pressure is too high. If this is the case, check the pressure of all four tires and deflate as needed.
How does a low tire pressure light work?
The TPMS (or Tire Pressure Monitoring System) uses sensors on the vehicle to determine when a tire has low pressure and alerts the driver with a warning light so the tires can be checked out.
When does the tire pressure warning light come on?
Since the tires’ optimal performance and safety benefits are realized within a specific range of air pressure, measured in pounds per square inch (psi), the warning light may illuminate when pressure has dropped as little as 10 percent below the recommendation—long before low pressure is visible to the eye.
How do I reset the maintenance tire light?
You can do this on your next scheduled maintenance. To reset this light go thru the menu of Maintenance, Tire and Reset selections. You can do this by selecting the buttons on the dash board located behind the steering wheel on the left side. Refer to the manual for using these buttons. If you need addtional help, let me know.
Can a spare tire have a tire pressure light?
Not all vehicles have TPMS in the spare tire, but those that do can sneakily throw a tire pressure light when this tire is inevitably forgotten. This is not a bad thing, though; it’s always a good idea to keep the spare inflated properly in case you need it.