How to Reset Tire Pressure Light

Sometimes after filling your tires at a Harlingen-area gas station, your tire pressure light stays on, this means you may have to reset it. The vehicle’s tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) is important to maintaining the safety of your Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, Ram, and you should ensure it’s working properly. If you find the TPMS light on, read on with Boggus Tipton Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram to learn how to reset the tire pressure light, and discover what a flashing tire pressure light means. If you have questions about your TPMS light or tire care questions, don’t hesitate to contact us. 

Ways to Reset Your Tire Pressure Light

Typically, after properly inflating your tires, the tire pressure light should reset itself automatically. However, there are a couple ways for how to reset the tire pressure light, so you can get back on McAllen streets safely: 

• After inflating your tires, hop on McAllen-area highway and drive at or above 50 mph for 10 minutes to reset the sensor. The next time you start the car, the TPMS light should reset.
• Before starting the vehicle, turn the key to the “On” position without starting the car. Then, hold the TPMS reset button until the light flashes three times, then release it. Next, start the vehicle and wait for 20 minutes for the sensor to reset. To locate the TPMS reset button, check the vehicle’ owner’s manual, but it is typically located underneath the steering wheel. 
• When the TPMS light is on, try inflating each tire 3 PSI over the recommended amount, then completely deflate them. Finally, inflate them to their tire pressure. Some spare tires are connected to the TPMS sensors, so be sure to include the spare in the over inflation, deflation, and reinflation.
• If you still notice the TPMS light on, turn off the vehicle and pop the hood to reach the battery terminals, and disconnect the positive battery cable with a wrench. Start the vehicle, and press the horn for about three seconds to discharge any excess power stored in the vehicle, then reconnect the battery. 

Meaning of Flashing Tire Pressure Light

When you’re driving around town, you may notice a flashing tire pressure light. Oftentimes, this means the tire pressure sensors need a battery replacement, or could be an issue with the sensor itself. Easily schedule service online with the team of technicians at Boggus Tipton Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram to assess the problem and get you back on South Padre Island-area roads safely.

Learn More Service Tips with Boggus Tipton Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram! 

Now that you know how to reset your tire pressure light, learn more service tips with the Boggus Tipton Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram service department. Be sure to take a look at our other service tips and tricks, and when you need service to get you up and on Brownsville roads again, trust the talented technicians using genuine OEM parts.