What is the Tire Pressure Warning Symbol?
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The tire pressure warning symbol resembles a jar shape with an exclamation mark inside. Whenever there is a change in tire pressure, the tire pressure warning light will illuminate, which often indicates a potential issue with the tire. When the tire pressure warning light comes on, it is advisable to pull over safely and inspect the tires. If you have a tire pressure monitoring tool, you can check whether the pressure in all tires is normal. If you don't have a tire pressure detector, you can manually inspect the tires. The normal tire pressure typically ranges between 230 to 250 kPa, or 2.3 to 2.5 bar. For specific tire pressure standards, please refer to the user manual.
I remember one time when I was driving in the mountains, a small icon suddenly appeared on the dashboard, shaped like a tire with an exclamation mark—that was the tire pressure warning light. Having driven for so many years, I've seen it light up several times. Basically, it means your tire pressure is either too low or too high, most commonly when the pressure drops due to cold weather. This is no small matter; ignoring it can easily lead to a blowout or accelerated tire wear, and the car will shake noticeably while driving. My advice is not to panic. Just find a safe place to pull over and use the tire pressure gauge from the trunk to check each tire. If the pressure is indeed low, simply find a nearby gas station to top it up. Remember, regular tire maintenance can prevent this kind of issue, especially checking the tire pressure before long trips to avoid the warning light bothering you.
