Can You Continue Driving When the Tire Pressure Warning Light Comes On?
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Tire pressure warning light comes on during driving, please stay calm and do not panic. You should immediately reduce your speed, avoid sharp steering and sudden braking, and check the tires right away. If you have a portable inflator or tire pressure gauge, you can pull over to the side of the road to measure and inflate each tire; if not, you can drive slowly to the nearest auto repair shop or 4S store. The tire pressure warning light usually comes on due to the following situations: 1. The tire is punctured; 2. The tire pressure is too high; 3. Driving with low tire pressure for too long; 4. The tire pressure is low due to lack of inflation for a long time. Therefore, when the tire pressure warning light comes on, there is no need to rush to reset it. Instead, carefully check the possible causes of the fault. It is safe and prudent to reset the tire pressure indicator only after confirming that there is no tire failure.
I've been driving for twenty years and have encountered the tire pressure warning light several times. Once on the highway, the light suddenly came on. I tried to drive slowly, but the tire kept losing air and eventually blew out, nearly causing an accident. Tire pressure issues are no joke—low pressure increases fuel consumption and affects braking distance, while high pressure can cause bumpy rides and vehicle vibration. When the light comes on, it's the system warning you—don't risk continuing to drive. It's best to slow down and pull over immediately to check for leaks or abnormal tire pressure. If you have a portable inflator, you can temporarily top up the air, but if you don’t have the tools, it’s better to call roadside assistance. Make it a habit to check your tire pressure monthly with a gauge to avoid such troubles.
