Will a spare tire Show Low tire pressure?
The most common trigger for the warning light is low pressure in the vehicle’s spare tire. Most customers are unaware that their spare tire also comes equipped with a tire pressure monitor, and the TPMS is only installed on full-sized spares, not donut spares.
How fast can I drive on a spare tire?
50 mph
You should not drive over 50 mph and no more than 50 miles with a donut-type spare tire. Driving for long distances on a spare tire can potentially cause damage to other car parts, including the transmission.
How to know if your spare tire is low?
I have a light staying on at the dash. Its the low tire pressure light. I added a little air to all the tires, although none were low. I have about 35psi on them now and the light stays on. I checked the book and its says to check the tires for low air…including the spare tire?? How the hell would it know if the spare is low?
Why is my TPMS warning light on my spare tire?
Don’t Forget The Spare. If your vehicle has a TPMS, it’s probably monitoring the pressure in your spare tire. Therefore, if you get a low tire pressure warning light, and if you’ve checked all four tires that are touching the ground, than you might need to put some air in the spare.
What should I do if my tire pressure is low?
If a tire has low pressure, the dashboard TPMS light will illuminate. It may flash or stay on. If you see this while you’re driving, pull over as soon as it is safe to do so, and check the tire pressure on all wheels. Fill each tire to the pressure specified in the manual or the information panel on the inner door jamb.
When to put air in your spare tire?
If your vehicle has a TPMS, it’s probably monitoring the pressure in your spare tire. Therefore, if you get a low tire pressure warning light, and if you’ve checked all four tires that are touching the ground, than you might need to put some air in the spare. Recommended tire pressure can be very confusing.