How Long Can You Drive After the Tire Pressure Warning?
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Tire pressure warning requires immediate pulling over; driving should not continue. The methods to handle a lit tire pressure warning light are: 1. Pull over and inspect the tire pressure of all four tires. If no obvious deflation is visible, reset the tire pressure system after getting back in the car to turn off the warning light; 2. If the tire pressure warning light comes on again, it indicates an issue with one of the tires' pressure, requiring prompt inspection and repair. Reasons for the tire pressure warning light to illuminate include: 1. A punctured tire; 2. Excessive tire pressure; 3. Prolonged driving with low tire pressure; 4. Malfunction of the tire pressure sensor; 5. Low tire pressure due to prolonged lack of inflation.
I always get nervous when the tire pressure warning light comes on. After driving for ten years, I've learned not to underestimate this issue. The warning light indicates that the tire pressure is too low, possibly due to a leak or wear. Continuing to drive for too long can cause the tire to overheat, deform, or even burst. Last time my warning light came on while I was on the highway, I carefully drove to the nearest service area, which was just five minutes away. The lower the speed, the lower the risk—it's advisable not to drive for more than three to five minutes or a few hundred meters, especially in hot weather when tires heat up faster. Check the tires for any punctures from nails, and promptly inflate them or switch to the spare tire. Developing a habit of checking tire pressure with a gauge every month can prevent a lot of trouble.
