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What Does TPMS Mean?

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One of the many questions we get at Advantage Dodge Ram Chrysler Jeep FIAT is “What does TPMS mean?” TPMS stands for Tire Pressure Monitoring System. It relies on sensors to monitor the pressure in all four tires, which helps you stay safe on roads in Aztec and the surrounding areas. If one or more of your tires has lost air, the correlating warning light on your dashboard will illuminate. Learn more about this essential system found in most new vehicles!

 

 

Tire Pressure Monitoring System Features

Now that you know the answer to, “What does TPMS mean?”, what can you specifically expect from this system? The dashboard light illuminates when any of the following issues are present:

  • Poor traction
  • Decreased load carrying capability
  • A flat tire or blowout
  • Poor fuel economy

The Tire Pressure Monitoring System warning light comes in several forms, such as an exclamation point, flat tire, and ‘TPMS’ letters. How it appears in your vehicle depends on the make and model you drive in Bloomfield and the neighboring communities.

The Importance of Proper Tire Inflation

The right tire pressure for your vehicle once again concerns the make and model. No matter what pressure is correct, the importance of properly-inflated tires cannot be stressed enough! Low tire pressure causes issues such as:

  • Heightened tread movement and separation causing premature tire wear and tear
  • Increased rolling resistance that reduces vehicle efficiency
  • Overheated tires that contribute to untimely wear
  • Increased risk of blowouts

Over-inflated tires are also safety risks while driving in Shiprock and the surrounding regions:

  • Loss of traction
  • Excessive center tread wear
  • Significant blowout risks

Maintaining the correct tire pressure eliminates all of these issues for longer-lasting, safer, better-performing tires! The peace of mind you’ll enjoy from properly-inflated tires is invaluable as well.

The Advantage Dodge Ram Chrysler Jeep FIAT Service Center is Here For You in Farmington!

Our team of certified, friendly technicians are here to help you maintain your vehicle! Call 505-421-3764 or schedule maintenance online whenever your car needs work, such as tire rotations or an oil change. We also invite you to check out our express services. And for more helpful reads, review how to change the battery in a Jeep key fob!

 

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