Is it a problem if the tire pressure monitoring does not display numerical values?
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Tire pressure monitoring not displaying numerical values is not a problem. To simplify the tire pressure monitoring system, it only displays the status and alerts for tire leaks and low pressure, ensuring driving safety. Factors affecting vehicle tire pressure include: 1. Seasonal factors—thermal expansion and contraction in summer and winter lead to different tire pressures; 2. Load conditions—tire pressure varies when the vehicle is empty, half-loaded, or fully loaded; 3. Tire condition—tire pressure differs between severely worn and unworn tires. The functions of tire pressure monitoring are: 1. It alerts promptly in case of rapid or slow air leakage when the tire is punctured; 2. It warns when tire looseness causes unbalanced friction, leading to high temperatures (up to 70°C), preventing blowouts; 3. It alerts when the tire pressure falls below the vehicle-set limit due to prolonged lack of inflation, preventing low pressure from causing tire temperature rise and blowouts.
My tire pressure monitoring system shows no data, which is definitely a big issue. Having driven for twenty years, I always feel uneasy when this thing malfunctions. Incorrect tire pressure can easily lead to a blowout, especially dangerous on highways. The reason might be that the sensor battery is dead or the system is interfered with, such as not being calibrated after a tire change. Every time this happens, I use a backup tire pressure gauge to manually check it—don’t let it compromise safety. I recommend going to a repair shop immediately for an inspection. The cost isn’t high, but it saves worry—don’t let it escalate into a bigger problem. Remember not to use a high-pressure water gun to wash the wheels during regular car washes to protect the sensors. In short, nothing about driving safety is trivial. If the tire pressure monitor goes blank, you should be alert.
