What Causes Tesla Tire Pressure Warning?
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Tesla's tire pressure warning is triggered when the pressure in any of the four tires falls outside the normal range. This usually occurs due to slow air leakage causing underinflation or overinflation of the tires. There are generally three main reasons for abnormal tire pressure: Tire Pressure Abnormality: The system typically alerts when pressure drops below 1.8bar or exceeds 3.0bar. In such cases, tire inspection and pressure adjustment are required. Unreset Tire Pressure Monitoring: After inflating the tires, if the tire pressure monitoring system isn't reset, it continues to display the previous recorded data, causing the warning light to illuminate. Simply performing a tire pressure reset will resolve this issue. Damaged Tire Pressure Sensor: The tire pressure sensor, which monitors tire pressure, is installed inside the tire and connected to the inflation valve. If the sensor gets damaged during driving (e.g., by hitting a curb), it can trigger the tire pressure warning light. Damaged sensors must be replaced with new components.
That time when I was driving my Tesla, I also encountered a tire pressure warning, which was quite nerve-wracking. Basically, it means the tire pressure is low, possibly due to a slow leak or natural pressure drop from cold weather, and the sensor alerts you. Sometimes, the sensor might be scratched by small stones on the road or give a false alarm. I found it quite simple to handle: first, pull over and check the dashboard to see which tire has low pressure, then press the side of the tire to feel if it's firm or not. If it's soft, you need to find an air pump to inflate it; if the warning persists after inflation, the issue might be serious, like a flat tire or a faulty sensor, and you should take it to a professional shop. It's a good habit to regularly check tire pressure, especially in winter, to avoid trouble on the road. This feature is very smart and helpful, reducing the risk of a flat tire.
