Is a Broken Tire Sensor Dangerous?
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Tire sensor damage does not pose a danger to vehicle operation. Tire sensors are only present in vehicles equipped with tire pressure monitoring functions. A damaged sensor merely prevents the detection and transmission of tire pressure signals. If the tire pressure feels normal, driving can continue without any other impacts. However, with the tire pressure monitoring system disabled, the driver cannot promptly detect abnormal tire pressure, which may present certain safety risks. Therefore, it is recommended to replace the sensor promptly. Below are the functions of a tire sensor: 1. Information transmission: It conveys information from various components to the ECU, including wheel speed sensors and wheel acceleration sensors. 2. Wheel speed sensor function: Measures and displays vehicle speed and provides signals to the vehicle's ECU for various control systems. 4. Measuring wheel acceleration: The wheel acceleration sensor measures wheel acceleration, serving as an input signal for the ABS system to measure wheel slip rate.
A faulty tire sensor can indeed be quite dangerous, and I've experienced this firsthand. Once while driving on the highway, I suddenly felt the steering wheel becoming unstable, only to later discover that the tire pressure was low – but the sensor failed to alert me. Insufficient tire pressure can easily lead to overheating or even blowouts, especially at high speeds, which is no joking matter. At best, it can cause loss of control; at worst, it could lead to an accident. My advice is to get it checked at a repair shop immediately if you notice a sensor malfunction – don't delay. Make it a habit to buy a manual tire pressure gauge and check your tire pressure monthly to compensate for potential sensor failures. Pay extra attention during summer when high temperatures cause greater tire pressure fluctuations – safety should always come first.
