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What Causes Abnormal Tire Pressure Indication in a Spare Tire?

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VonWillow

07/25/25 2:19pm

The spare tire shows abnormal tire pressure because it lacks a tire pressure monitoring system. Therefore, when you switch to the spare tire, a low tire pressure warning may occur due to insufficient inflation. In this case, check the tire pressure. If the tire pressure is within the normal range, the spare tire can be used. Hazards of Overinflated or Underinflated Tires: For tires, the pressure should neither be too high nor too low. Overinflation reduces the contact area between the tire and the ground, leading to poor traction, which affects the vehicle's handling and driving stability. Underinflation during high-speed driving can cause wave-like deformation of the tire, shortening its lifespan and increasing the risk of a blowout. Introduction to Standard Tire Pressure: According to the international GBT2978-2008 standard, the recommended tire pressures for different tires are as follows: Standard tires: 2.4-2.5 bar; Reinforced tires: 2.8-2.9 bar; Maximum pressure: should not exceed 3.5 bar.

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Sebastian

08/11/25 9:05pm

I had a headache last time when I encountered an abnormal spare tire pressure issue. The main reason was that the spare tire had been sitting idle in the trunk for a long time without being used. Tires naturally lose air because the rubber ages and the seal deteriorates, especially after a few years of driving. Temperature changes also add to the trouble—cold weather in winter lowers the pressure, while hot weather in summer can cause it to falsely read high. Unlike regular tires, spare tires don’t wear much but age faster. When the warning light came on during my drive, I checked and found the valve core was a bit loose, so I inflated it myself. If the light stays on after inflating, there might be internal cracks or a puncture. It’s best to check the spare tire pressure regularly, like testing its firmness by hand every three months. A faulty spare tire means it’s useless in an emergency, which could be a big problem, so I had to deal with it quickly to avoid accidents on the road. Spare tire safety is a small detail but matters a lot—don’t overlook its condition in daily life.

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