Tire Monitor System Light

A mechanic can detect and patch the leak or replace the tire.

Tire monitor system light.

In an indirect system if the wheel sensor has gone bad the abs warning light will also illuminate. The purpose of the tpms tire pressure monitoring system is to alert you when tire pressure is too low and could create unsafe driving conditions. If the light is illuminated it means your tires could be underinflated which can lead to undue tire wear and possible tire failure. If this is the case the vehicle needs to go to a certified mechanic.

Since proper tire pressure leads to longer tire life and better fuel economy it helps to understand why your tire pressure warning light might be on. If your tpms tire pressure monitoring system warning light goes on during a cold snap it may not mean your tire has a leak. It s not due to air escaping but rather the air inside the tire condenses taking up less space when it s cold.