What PSI does the light come on?
Generally speaking, the tire pressure light first comes on after a 25% decrease in tire air pressure from the manufacturer’s recommended pressure level. Most car manufacturers have this set at between 30-36 PSI, so that would represent around an 8-10 PSI drop.
How do you reset the tire pressure sensor on a 2006 Nissan Frontier?
With the vehicle off, turn the key to the “On” position, but don’t start the car. 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.
When did the tire pressure warning light start?
The tires failed from intense heat buildup, often due to underinflation. In response, Congress passed the TREAD Act in 2000. This legislation mandated that, starting in September 2007, every passenger vehicle sold in the U.S. be equipped with a TPMS.
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 the tire pressure be for over inflation?
At best, inflating to these pressures will make your vehicle ride roughly and make your tires wear prematurely. At worst, over-inflation can lead to catastrophic tire failure…so read your owner’s manual and inflate accordingly (most vehicles recommend tire pressures between 32 and 35 psi).
What to do when your tire pressure light comes on?
One or more of your tires has dangerously low pressure. Here are a few scenarios: If you start your vehicle and the TPMS light stays on, don’t drive it. Shut the vehicle off. If you have a system that tells you which tire is affected, get your tire gauge out of the glove box and check that tire’s pressure.