How to Check Tire Pressure Monitoring on the Ford Kuga?
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The Ford Kuga's tire pressure monitoring system can be viewed on the dashboard. The tire pressure warning light will only appear on the dashboard when there is an abnormality in the tire pressure. Tire pressure monitoring automatically and continuously checks the tire pressure while driving, alerting the driver to leaks or low pressure to ensure driving safety. There are three common types of tire pressure monitoring systems: Direct Tire Pressure Monitoring: This system uses pressure sensors installed in each tire to directly measure the tire pressure. The pressure data is transmitted wirelessly from inside the tire to a central receiver module, which then displays the pressure for each tire. The system automatically alerts the driver if the tire pressure is too low or if there is a leak. Indirect Tire Pressure Monitoring: When the pressure in a tire decreases, the vehicle's weight causes the rolling radius of that tire to become smaller, making it rotate faster than the other wheels. By comparing the rotational speed differences between tires, the system monitors tire pressure. Indirect systems essentially rely on calculating the rolling radius of tires to monitor pressure. Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Introduction: This system combines the advantages of both direct and indirect systems. It equips direct sensors in two diagonally opposite tires and includes a 4-wheel indirect system. Compared to using only direct systems, this hybrid approach reduces costs and addresses the indirect system's inability to detect simultaneous low pressure in multiple tires. However, it still cannot provide real-time pressure data for all four tires as effectively as a full direct system.
