What does it mean when it says service tire monitoring system?

What does it mean when it says service tire monitoring system?

What is a Service Tire Monitor System? Whenever your car says service tire monitor system, this means that more than likely you have a bad tire pressure monitor sensor (TPMS). Don’t worry this light isn’t going to hurt your car at all. This warning is just letting you know something is wrong with the TPMS.

Is it safe to drive with Service tire Monitor system?

No, driving with the TPMS Light on is not safe. It means one of your tires is underinflated or overinflated. This can cause undue wear on the tire, potentially lead to a tire failure, and cause a blowout dangerous to you and other drivers on the road.

How much does it cost to fix a tire monitor system?

Generally speaking, the TPMS sensor replacement cost is going to fall somewhere between $230 and $750 in most cases. And unlike some other auto repairs, it’s the parts, not the labor, that are going to get you. TPMS sensors can cost anywhere from $180 to $680 alone.

How do I turn off my service tire monitor?

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. The TPMS reset button is usually located beneath the steering wheel.

How do you clear a service tire monitor?

How do you know if you have a bad TPMS sensor?

TPMS sensors alert the driver when tires are underinflated. If you find that you have tires with low air pressure and there was no alert from the system, it must be because of a bad TPMS sensor. You can check your tire pressure with a tire pressure gauge to confirm that you really have a low tire pressure.

Can I disable the tire pressure monitoring system?

The U.S. Department of Transportation has mandated that all vehicles manufactured after 2008 include a tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS). Although you cannot disable the TPMS in a General Motors (GM) vehicle, you can reset the system if you recently checked your tires and inflated them properly.