The Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems have been mandated by the Federal Government and the thresholds necessary to illuminate the tire warning lamp are consistent with the Federal Guidelines.
The Tire Pressure Monitoring System utilizes a warning lamp, located in the instrument cluster, to alert the driver of low pressure conditions. The warning light is illuminated when the tire pressure decreases by 25%. Temperature fluctuations can cause changes in tire pressure. For every 10 degrees of change in temperature, the tire pressure can change by 1 psi. Therefore, the tire warning indicator may be triggered due to a large change in temperature combined with a preexisting low pressure condition.
We recommend checking the tire inflation pressures every two weeks and before taking long trips.
