Can You Still Drive When Volkswagen Detects Pressure Loss?
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When Volkswagen detects pressure loss, you should not continue driving. You must stop immediately to identify the cause while ensuring safety. When checking the vehicle condition, turn on the hazard warning lights and set up a warning sign (triangle board) at the rear. Detecting pressure loss indicates abnormal tire pressure. You can first use the tire pressure alarm reset button to clear the alert and see if it reappears. If it continues to appear, it means there is an issue with the tire pressure. If the alert does not reappear after clearing it, it is likely a false alarm, and you can continue driving without further action. If you are driving at high speed, avoid sudden braking, as it not only risks a tire blowout but may also cause a rear-end collision, which is extremely dangerous. If this alert appears suddenly while driving, it is likely due to a punctured tire. In such cases, it is recommended to promptly visit a 4S store or a professional auto repair shop for tire repair by a technician. The standard tire pressure for a vehicle can be checked in the following places: 1. The vehicle user manual; 2. The label near the driver's door (B-pillar); 3. The drawer next to the driver's seat; 4. The fuel tank cap door.
Last time my tire pressure warning light came on, I panicked too, but experience told me this isn't something to tough out. When the system alerts about pressure loss, there's a high chance one tire is leaking or has a puncture. Continuing to drive is extremely risky—not only does steering become unstable, but the chance of rollover increases several times, especially on highways. I immediately turned on my hazard lights, slowed down, and pulled over. Upon inspection, I found a large nail in my right rear tire. Had I forced my way to the repair shop, not only would the rim have been deformed, but that run-flat tire worth over 2,000 yuan would've been completely ruined. My advice: pull over immediately to check. If you have an air pump, refill to standard pressure first, then proceed to the nearest repair shop at no more than 40 km/h.
