What does check tires light mean?

What does check tires light mean?

Tire Pressure Monitoring System
The purpose of the TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring System) is to alert you when tire pressure is too low and could create unsafe driving conditions. If the light is illuminated, it means your tires could be underinflated, which can lead to undue tire wear and possible tire failure.

What can cause a tire pressure light to come on?

In general, the light will come on when the air pressure in one or more tires is outside the recommended range. Low pressure could result from a leak or simply from the tendency of a tire to lose about a pound of air pressure every month, as well as a pound for every 10-degree drop in temperature.

What does a flashing tire warning light mean?

If your tire pressure warning light is blinking, it could mean that the weather is causing your tire pressure to fluctuate, triggering your sensor on and off. While this is typically not an emergency, it could indicate that your tire pressure is getting low and should be checked by your local BMW mechanic.

How do I get my low tire pressure warning light to turn off?

Turn the ignition key to “ON”. If the low tire pressure warning light comes on, push the reset switch for a few seconds and make sure the warning light goes off. Push and hold the reset switch until the low tire pressure warning light blinks three times.

What to do when the tire pressure light is flashing?

For most cars, all you need to do are the following: Put your vehicle key in the ignition to turn the battery on. Push the TPMS reset button until you see a flashing tire pressure light, which usually appears after approximately three seconds. Start your vehicle. Drive for about 20 to 25 minutes. Turn your car’s ignition off.

How do you reset tire monitor light?

Hold the TPMS reset button until the tire pressure light blinks three times, then release it. Start the car and wait 20 minutes for the sensor to refresh. The tire pressure monitor reset button is usually located beneath the steering wheel.

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