Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for proper tire maintenance, and it is the
driver’s responsibility to maintain correct tire pressure, even if under-inflation has not
reached the level to trigger illumination of the TPMS low tire pressure telltale
.
Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS malfunction indicator to
indicate when the system is not operating properly
.
The TPMS malfunction
indicator is combined with the low tire pressure telltale
.
When the system detects a malfunction, the telltale will flash for approxi-
mately one minute and then remain continuously illuminated
.
This sequence
will continue upon subsequent vehicle start-ups as long as the malfunction
exists
.
When the malfunction indicator is illuminated, the system may not be
able to detect or signal low tire pressure as intended
.
TPMS malfunctions
may occur for a variety of reasons, including the installation of replacement
or alternate tires or wheels on the vehicle that prevent the TPMS from
functioning properly
.
Always check the TPMS malfunction telltale after re-
placing one or more tires or wheels on your vehicle to ensure that the re-
placement or alternate tires and wheels allow the TPMS to continue to
function properly
.
NOTE:
Tire pressures change by approximately 1 psi (7 kPa) per 12° F (7° C) of air tempera-
ture change
.
Keep this in mind when checking tire pressure inside a garage, especially in
the Winter
.
Example: If garage temperature is 68°F (20°C), and the outside temperature
is 32°F (0°C), then the cold tire inflation pressure should be increased by 3 psi (21 kPa),
which equals 1 psi (7 kPa) for every 12°F (7°C) for this outside temperature condition
.
CAUTION!
The TPMS has been optimized for the original equipment tires and wheels
.
TPMS pres-
sures and warning have been established for the tire size equipped on your vehicle
.
Undesirable system operation or sensor damage may result when using replacement
equipment that is not of the same size, type, and/or style
.
Aftermarket wheels can cause
sensor damage
.
Do not use tire sealant from a can, or balance beads if your vehicle is
equipped with a TPMS, as damage to the sensors may result
.
– Engine Temperature Warning Light
This light warns of an overheated engine condition
.
If the light turns on or flashes continuously while driving, safely pull over and stop the
vehicle
.
If the A/C system is on, turn it off
.
Also, shift the transmission into NEUTRAL and
idle the vehicle
.
If the temperature reading does not return to normal, turn the engine
off immediately
.
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