Manual for Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems, TPMS
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APPENDIX 1
kPa
Pressure reading in Kilo Pasca
psi
Pressure reading in pound per square inch
bar
Pressure reading in bar
˚C
Temperature reading in degrees Celsius
°F
Temperature reading in degrees Fahrenheit
Inflating Pressure
environment
Recommended inflation pressure of a tire at ambient
temperature of
25˚C / 77 °F by vehicle manufacturers
Low Pressure Alert
Visual and audible warning, this is activated when the tire’s
pressure goes below the preset level. Initial low pressure alert
is 27 psi.
High Pressure Alert
Visual and audible warning, this is activated when the tire’s
pressure goes higher than the present level. Initial High
pressure alert is 51 psi.
High Temperature Alert
Visual and audible warning, this is activated when the tire’s
temperature goes higher than the present level. Initial High
temperature alert is 80°C.
Display / Receiver
Module
The electronic module mounted inside the vehicle that alerts
the driver of any tire irregularities.
