“What does TPMS stand for?” It’s a common question we receive at Sam Leman Mazda You’ve likely seen the yellow light with the exclamation mark on your dash, but what does TPMS mean, and what does TPMS stand for? TPMS stands for Tire Pressure Monitoring System, and this feature uses pressure sensors to ensure your tires are properly inflated. If it senses that 1 or more of your vehicle’s tires aren’t at the recommended pressure, the TPMS warning light on your dashboard will turn on or flash so you know to add air to the affected tire(s).
Most new vehicles have a TPMS, making it easy to prevent tire failure and maintain good vehicle handling when driving around Normal and Springfield. Learn more about the Mazda TPMS light and the TPMS meaning in the guide below.
Now that you know more about the TPMS meaning, you may be wondering what to do if you see this light illuminated. Has the Mazda TPMS light popped up on your dashboard? If you notice that your tire pressure light is on, it means that the TPMS system believes your tires are under-inflated. It’s always important to check your tires after the TPMS light comes on, as under-inflated tires can cause:
In the short term, proper tire inflation can reduce the risk of an accident. In the long term, it can ensure you get the full mileage out of your vehicle and maintain its reported fuel economy.
The tire pressure monitoring system makes a once-difficult task easier. You no longer need to periodically check your tire pressure around Morton.
Many drivers respond to the TPMS light by adding air to 1 or more tires, but the light can come on if a tire is over-pressurized as well. A properly inflated tire will:
As with oil change frequency and other routine maintenance needs, your owner’s manual will detail the proper tire pressure for your vehicle (you can also often find it on the door frame and on each tire).
When it’s time to fill up your tires, you have a few choices:
You are now familiar with the TPMS meaning and the benefits of proper tire inflation. If the light is still on after properly inflating your tires, you might have another problem. If you’re considering resetting your tire pressure light, you can drive at or above 50 mph for 10 minutes. This should cause most tire sensors to reset the next time you start your car.
Resetting the electrical system of your vehicle will often force a reset of these sensors as well. If you want to try this, the simplest way is to disconnect your battery (when the vehicle is turned off) and let any lingering power in your car’s electrical system fade away.
Unless you’re a trained mechanic and have done everything you can to turn the TPMS light off properly, you probably should not reset your tire pressure light. If it’s concerning you, bring your vehicle to Sam Leman Mazda where we can take a look and figure out what might be a deeper cause for the light to be staying on despite your best efforts.
As with any dashboard warning light, the TPMS light turns on for a reason. The last thing you want to do is ignore it — which can happen when resetting the light.
What does TPMS stand for? If you have more questions about maintaining your tires or need help making sure yours are properly inflated, our service center has certified technicians standing ready to help. Contact us today to find out more about the Mazda TPMS light!
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