What to Do When the Tire Overheating Warning Light Comes On?
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Most of the time, it is due to abnormal tire pressure or possibly because the surface temperature of the tire is too high. Both excessively high and low tire pressures are considered abnormal and are detrimental to driving safety. Therefore, it is recommended to promptly adjust the tire pressure to ensure it falls within the normal range. If you have been driving for an extended period, it is best to take appropriate breaks to allow the tires to cool down naturally. Below are the specific reasons for high tire temperature: 1. Prolonged contact with high-temperature road surfaces: Heat accumulation intensifies, leading to a rapid decline in the mechanical properties of the tire rubber. Additionally, due to the principle of thermal expansion and contraction, excessively high temperatures will increase tire pressure. When the tire's strength is insufficient to withstand the pressure, a blowout becomes inevitable. 2. Excessive driving speed: When a vehicle moves at high speed, most of the kinetic energy is absorbed and converted into heat, causing the tire temperature to rise. This accelerates rubber aging and reduces the fatigue resistance of the cord layers, leading to early tire separation or blowouts. 3. High external temperatures: Especially in summer, road surface temperatures often exceed 70°C, making it difficult for the accumulated heat in the tires to dissipate. This causes a sharp rise in tire temperature and an increase in internal pressure, thereby accelerating rubber aging.
