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Modern vehicles are stocked with technology and sensors to keep them performing their best. At the wheel, you can see the dashboard sensors that will warn you of upcoming maintenance and any potential issues with your vehicle. One of the indicator lights is the tire pressure light, and anytime it comes on, it signals that there is an error somewhere in the system. The most usual reason for the TPMS light is a tire that might be under-inflated. The TPMS light may even prevent premature tread-wear and even tire failure, so pay attention. The tire pressure light can also pop due to the weather because temp changes affect the tire’s air pressure and could cause it to fluctuate.
The tire pressure light focuses on precisely what it says, the tire air pressure on your car. It tells you when the tire pressure dips too low and that it should be checked on. If you want to pull over to the side and gauge your tire pressure yourself or get the tires checked out at your dealership is entirely up to you. If you notice the tire pressure symbol come on, be aware that the tires probably need attention.
The tire pressure in your car may get influenced by many factors such as weather conditions, driving habits, and the road. But one of those could cause the tire pressure to drastically go up and down, and that’s the climate. A drop in temperature can bring a drop in the tire pressure and it could continue to affect your tires until the temp gets warmer. This is almost always temporary since driving your vehicle will heat up your tires, causing the pressure to increase. As the outside temperature gets hotter as the day goes on, the tire pressure will begin to increase.
It could be as simple as a dead battery. If that occurs, it should be fixed as soon as you see it. If the sensor fails, you will need to monitor the Tire Pressure closely, and it could take a bit of focus away from the road ahead. The TPMS sensor plays an important position in the safety of your vehicle, and if it isn’t working correctly, it can contribute to tire failure if you are not monitoring tire pressure.
Kearny Mesa Volkswagen is one of the most trusted places for tire service in the San Diego area. We happily service all vehicle makes and models. One of our factory-trained technicians will inspect your tires, make any necessary repairs, or choose the best ones for your vehicle if they need replacing. Schedule your Volkswagen tire service in person or online today.
