Is the tire pressure sensor in the DIC?
TPMS is a separate system. If your vehicle is not equipped with the system and TPMS sensors in the tires, you will not be able to monitor tire pressure via the DIC. I believe the TPMS system was introduced in 2006 on our platforms. Open the glove box and look at your build data plate. If you have the TPMS system, the RPO code will be UJ6.
When to change tire pressure on TPM system?
When the TPM system detects a significant loss, or gain of tire pressure, the tire pressure monitor DIC. Both the indicator icon and DIC message can be cleared by adjusting the tire pressures to the recommended kPa/psi and driving the vehicle above 40 km/h (25 mph) for at least 2 minutes.
How to check tire pressure with the LGM?
Both the indicator icon and DIC message can be cleared by adjusting the tire pressures to the recommended kPa/psi and driving the vehicle above 40 km/h (25 mph) for at least 2 minutes. The LGM has the ability to detect malfunctions within the TPM system. In the event a DTC is set, the tire is turned ON and the IPC bulb check has been completed.
What does the TPMS light on the dash mean?
Without the DIC, all you would see on the dash is the TPMS light come on warning you that one or more tires have 25% lower air pressure than what is recommended. However, there are after market systems that you can purchase.
TPMS is a separate system. If your vehicle is not equipped with the system and TPMS sensors in the tires, you will not be able to monitor tire pressure via the DIC. I believe the TPMS system was introduced in 2006 on our platforms. Open the glove box and look at your build data plate. If you have the TPMS system, the RPO code will be UJ6.
Where can I get a free tire air pressure check?
Come in to a Goodyear Auto Service location today and we’ll check your tire air pressure on your vehicle free of charge. We will also make sure there are no signs of damage, then return the tire to the correct PSI. MAKE AN APPOINTMENT
What does the tire pressure monitoring system do?
The tire pressure monitoring system’s (TPMS) primary function is to make the driver aware of the state of tire pressure within the tires. Under normal system operations, the TPMS system will alert the driver when one or more affected tires PSI reading falls below 25% of the vehicle’s placard.
Without the DIC, all you would see on the dash is the TPMS light come on warning you that one or more tires have 25% lower air pressure than what is recommended. However, there are after market systems that you can purchase.