What to Do When the Low Tire Pressure Warning Light Comes On?
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Tire pressure warning light on should replace the spare tire and drive to the repair shop for inspection and repair. The tires support the entire weight of the vehicle. If you continue driving with insufficient tire pressure, it will cause excessive compression of the tires, shortening their lifespan. When the tire pressure is insufficient, high-speed driving can easily cause the tires to deform in waves, which is extremely prone to causing a blowout. To avoid the problem of insufficient tire pressure during driving, it is essential to regularly check the condition of the tires during normal use. If the tire pressure drops, check whether the tire is leaking air or punctured by a nail, etc. If it is punctured and leaking, it should be repaired promptly or the tire should be replaced directly. If the tire sidewall is punctured, it is recommended to replace the tire directly.
I've encountered the tire pressure warning light coming on a few times, and each time it was quite nerve-wracking. The first time it happened was while driving on the highway, so I pulled into a service area to check. The tire looked noticeably flat, and when I measured it with a pressure gauge, one tire was only at 1.5 bar, well below the normal level. I quickly used the portable air pump I had in the car to inflate it to around 2.2 bar, but the light was still on. Later, when I drove to a repair shop, I found out there was a small nail causing a slow leak. That experience taught me a lesson, and now whenever the light comes on, I first stop to check if there are any obvious bulges or damage on the tire surface and measure the pressure. If that doesn't help, I drive slowly to a repair shop. Low tire pressure not only increases fuel consumption but also raises the risk of a blowout, so never push through on a long trip. Especially during seasonal changes when temperature fluctuations are significant, tire pressure variations become more noticeable, so it's essential to check more frequently.
The tire pressure warning light is on, and I dare not ignore it. Quickly find a safe place to pull over, turn off the engine, and check the tire conditions. First, see if any tire is flat or has foreign objects stuck in it. If there are no obvious issues, use a pressure gauge to measure whether the standard value is met. If the pressure is low, inflate the tire using the onboard air pump or a nearby service station. If the light still doesn't turn off, it might be a sensor malfunction or a real problem, so it's best to drive to a professional shop for inspection. Remember not to drive at high speed; move slowly to the repair point at low speed. I always think that regular tire pressure checks can prevent such incidents.
