Posted on 3/31/2022
The tire pressure monitoring system, or TPMS, light is designed to alert drivers when their vehicle's tire pressure is too low or considered unsafe. It doesn't take a car expert to know that tire pressure is integral to your vehicle's safety and performance. It is your responsibility to have correctly inflated tires to extend the life of your tires, promote fuel efficiency, and prevent your vehicle from hydroplaning. In rare cases, a TPMS light may come on due to an error in the tires' sensors. However, that typically doesn't occur until a vehicle has significantly aged. Below are the steps you should take when you catch the TPMS light on your dashboard. Check Your Tire Pressure After seeing the warning, the first thing you should do is check your tire pressure manually. Gauges are accessible and a great item to keep in your car at all times. However, gas stations with air pumps will also have them on the hose. Once you have the gauge in hand, you should f ... read more