What to Do If the Car Has No Tire Pressure Monitoring?
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If the car is not equipped with tire pressure monitoring, it is necessary to add a tire pressure monitoring device to prevent driving with underinflated tires. The specific steps to add a tire pressure monitoring device are as follows: 1. Open the packaging and check if all accessories are complete. Remove the original valve stem and install the sensor. 2. Reinstall the tire and wheel, inflate it, and perform a dynamic balance test on the balancing machine. When the display is first inserted into the cigarette lighter socket, the warning light on the display will turn red for about 2 seconds before turning off. Then, the indicator lights for each tire will cycle through. When the indicator light stays on a specific wheel, it means the current reading displayed is the tire pressure value for that wheel. The continuous cycling display of each tire's pressure value allows for clear monitoring of each tire's pressure condition. If the tire pressure fluctuates significantly, falls below, or exceeds the set pressure value, the warning light will illuminate to alert the driver to check the tire pressure. This small display terminal can also effectively and promptly indicate if the tire temperature is too high or if the battery is low.
If my car doesn't have a tire pressure monitoring system, I've developed the habit of manual checks to ensure safety - it's simple and worry-free. As a DIY enthusiast, I use a tire pressure gauge to check each tire's pressure monthly when the car is cold. The procedure involves unscrewing each tire's valve cap and pressing the gauge onto the valve stem to get a reading, with the standard values found on the label attached to the door frame. If pressure is low, I drive to a gas station to refill - many places offer this service for free. Before driving, I also visually inspect the tires; if they appear flat or show abnormal wear patterns, I check them immediately. Failing to detect tire pressure issues promptly increases the risk of blowouts and fuel consumption, which wastes money and affects driving stability in the long run. I think installing a tire pressure monitoring system is also a good option - aftermarket systems available online for a few hundred yuan are easy to install yourself. The key is to stick to regular checks and not get lazy. This is how I maintained my old car without a system, and I never had any trouble.
I think it's quite dangerous to drive without a tire pressure monitoring system, so it must be addressed immediately. As someone with strong safety awareness, I manually check tire pressure more frequently—every week or before long trips—using a tire pressure gauge to carefully measure all four tires, ensuring the pressure is within the recommended range to prevent blowouts at high speeds. I also pay attention to signs while driving, such as sudden steering wheel vibrations or increased fuel consumption, which may indicate low tire pressure. I recommend keeping a durable tire pressure gauge in the car for emergencies. If budget allows, installing a monitoring system is a good option, as many auto repair shops now offer flexible pricing for installation services. Choosing branded products tends to be more reliable. Abnormal tire pressure can lead to accidents or accelerate tire wear. A friend of mine experienced a blowout and only then realized its importance, so I now place extra emphasis on early monitoring to avoid bigger problems later.
