Can the tire pressure sensor be turned off?
The U.S. Department of Transportation has mandated that all vehicles manufactured after 2008 include a tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS). Although you cannot disable the TPMS in a General Motors (GM) vehicle, you can reset the system if you recently checked your tires and inflated them properly.
Is TPMS required when replacing tires?
Tire pressure monitoring systems include sensors that are mounted on the wheels or on valve stems, and the tire pressure sensors can wear out or be damaged by potholes, debris or the weather and need replacing. On many vehicles, the TPMS needs to be electronically reset after changing or replacing tires.
How much does it cost to have a TPMS sensor replaced?
The average cost for TPMS sensor replacement is between $207 and $257. Labor costs are estimated between $53 and $67 while parts are priced between $154 and $190. This range does not include taxes and fees, and does not factor in your specific vehicle or unique location. Related repairs may also be needed.
How do you reset the tire pressure warning light?
Press and hold the tire pressure light reset switch until the light blinks slowly three times. Turn the engine off, and then turn it back on to see that the tire pressure warning light has turned off.
When does the low tire pressure light turn off?
The low tire pressure light, also know as the TPMS system, on your car should turn off when you have filled your tires to the proper pressure, or “PSI.” Sometimes, it just doesn’t work though.
What should I do if my TPMS warning light comes back on?
Quick Tip: If the TPMS warning light comes back on after you’ve filled the tire with air, recheck the tire to make sure it is inflated to the proper air pressure. If the tire air pressure is low, you have an air leak and should have the tire fixed or replaced. If that pesky Tire Pressure Monitoring System light won’t turn off, give us a call.
What to do when the air pressure warning light comes on?
The Tire Air Pressure Warning Light is On. Now What? If it Comes on While You’re Driving: If you’re driving and the TPMS comes on, pull over to a safe place and stop to check your tires. Unless your tire is completely flat, you’ll want to use a tire gauge to check the tire air pressure in each tire.