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Modern vehicles are filled with monitors and tech to keep them running their best. At the wheel, you can see a ton of dashboard technology that can alert you of upcoming maintenance and any problems with your car. One of the many different indicator lights is the tire pressure light, and when it comes on, it signals that there is a problem in the vehicle. The most usual cause for the TPMS light is a tire that may be under-inflated and needs to be checked quickly. The tire pressure light may even prevent premature tread-wear and even tire failure, so pay attention. The tire pressure light may even turn due to the weather because temperature changes influence the tire’s air pressure and could make it fluctuate.
TPMS (or the Tire Pressure Monitoring System) tracks the air pressure in your tires. It tells you whenever the pressure dips too low and that it should be examined. If you choose to stop and gauge your tire pressure yourself or get the tires checked out by us is entirely up to you. If you see the TPMS light come on, be aware that the tires need attention.
The tire pressure in your vehicle can get influenced by several factors like the weather, driving habits, and road conditions. But one of those can cause the tire pressure to fluctuate drastically, and that’s the climate conditions. Colder temps can decrease tire pressure and it could continue to affect the air pressure until the temperature heats up. This is mostly temporary because driving your car will heat your tires, causing the pressure to rise. As the temperature increases as the day goes on, the tire pressure will start to increase.
It could be as simple as a dying battery. When this occurs, it should be fixed as soon as you see it. If the TPMS sensor fails, you will have to watch the Tire Pressure closely, and it might draw some attention away from the driver. The TPMS sensor has such a crucial position in the safety of your vehicle, and when it isn’t working properly, it can lead to tire failure if you are not aware of the tire pressure.
Folsom Lake Toyota is one of the most trusted places for tire service in the Sacramento 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 Toyota tire service in person or online today.
