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Tire Pressure Monitoring System( TPMS)( U. S.-Spec. Models)
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NOTE
. When“ Vehicle Dynamics Control” has been touched to deactivate the Vehicle Dynamics Control system, the Vehicle Dynamics Control system automatically reactivates itself the next time the ignition switch is turned to the“ OFF” position and the engine is restarted.
. When“ Vehicle Dynamics Control” has been touched to deactivate the Vehicle Dynamics Control system, the vehicle’ s running performance is comparable with that of a vehicle that does not have a Vehicle Dynamics Control system. Do not deactivate the Vehicle Dynamics Control system except when absolutely necessary.
. Even when the Vehicle Dynamics Control system is deactivated, components of the brake control system may still activate. When the brake control system is activated, the Vehicle Dynamics Control operation indicator light flashes.
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Low tire pressure warning light
The tire pressure monitoring system provides the driver with a warning message by sending a signal from a sensor that is installed in each wheel when tire pressure is severely low.
The tire pressure monitoring system will activate only when the vehicle is driven at speeds above 25 mph( 40 km / h). Also, this system may not react immediately to a sudden drop in tire pressure( for example, a blow-out caused by running over a sharp object).
WARNING
. If the low tire pressure warning light illuminates while driving, never brake suddenly. Instead, perform the following procedure. Otherwise an accident involving serious vehicle damage and serious personal injury could occur.
( 1) Keep driving straight ahead while gradually reducing speed.
( 2) Slowly pull off the road to a safe place.
( 3) Check the pressure for all four tires and adjust the pressure to the COLD tire pressure shown on the tire inflation pressure label on the door pillar on the driver’ s side.
Even when the vehicle is driven a very short distance, the tires get warm and their pressures increase accordingly. Be sure to let the tires cool thoroughly before adjusting their pressures to the standard values shown on the tire inflation pressure label. Refer to“ Tires and Wheels” FP460. The tire pressure monitoring system does not function when the