TPMS Reset Procedures: Notes

NOTE: Whenever tire pressure has been adjusted, or when wheels or tires have been replaced, the TPM system must be activated.

If the system detects a significant loss of tire inflation pressure in one or more than one tire, a message appears in the multifunction display. In addition, an acoustic warning sounds and the low tire pressure telltale in the instrument cluster comes on. Immediately check air pressure of all tires and adjust to the specified pressure. Drive vehicle for a 10 minutes to ensure malfunction has been corrected.

NOTE: Some Canadian models may be equipped with TPM system called the Tire Pressure Loss Warning System (Run Flat Indicator). It is an Indirect type system, which does not use tire pressure sensors installed on the wheels. The reset procedures are the same as the Direct type sytem, covered in this article, with the exception that the TPMS reactivation messages use the terms "Tire Pressure Loss Warning" or "Run Flat Indicator".

NOTE: Tire pressure should only be adjusted on cold tires. Observe the recommended tire inflation pressure on the placard on the driver's door "B" pillar (some models may have supplemental inflation information on the fuel filler flap).