How to Reset the Tire Pressure on a Magotan?
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The method to reset the tire pressure monitoring system on a Magotan is as follows: First, turn on the ignition switch, then press and hold the tire pressure monitoring reset button until you hear a "dong" sound. Release the button, and the tire pressure monitoring system will store the current normal tire pressure data, automatically clearing the previous data. Finally, the warning light on the dashboard will turn off, indicating the tire pressure reset is complete. Tire pressure monitoring automatically checks the tire pressure in real-time while driving and alerts the driver to any 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 tires. By comparing the rotational speed differences between tires, the system monitors the tire pressure. Indirect tire pressure monitoring systems essentially rely on calculating the rolling radius of the tires to monitor pressure. Introduction to Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS): This system combines the advantages of both direct and indirect systems. It is equipped with direct sensors in two diagonally opposite tires and a four-wheel indirect system. Compared to a full direct system, this hybrid system reduces costs and overcomes the limitation of indirect systems, which cannot detect low pressure in multiple tires simultaneously. However, it still cannot provide real-time pressure data for all four tires as a direct system does.
As a veteran driver who has owned three Magotans, let me explain the tire pressure reset procedure. First, ensure all four tires are inflated to the standard values (the cold tire pressure is labeled on the door frame sticker). Don't start the engine immediately after getting in the car—press the CAR button on the center console to enter vehicle settings. Use the steering wheel's right-side buttons to locate the 'Tire Pressure' option, then press the confirm button to see the reset prompt. The key point is to keep the vehicle stationary during reset! After resetting, drive around for a few minutes to let the system automatically learn the new tire pressure baseline. If winter tire pressure warnings occur frequently, it's best to double-check the pressure with a mechanical gauge after resetting.
Here’s how I resolved the tire pressure warning last time on the highway: After starting the engine, directly turn the menu button on the left side of the steering wheel, navigate to the combination instrument panel, and find the ‘Settings’ - ‘Tire’ option. Note that you need to use the up and down keys on the wiper lever to switch menus. Once you see ‘Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)’, press and hold the OK button for 3 seconds. The key point is this! You must drive for 3-5 kilometers to allow the ABS sensor to re-collect data, and the small yellow light on the dashboard will turn off by itself. The newer B8 model’s steering wheel has been switched to touch-sensitive buttons, which makes it a bit harder to operate.
