What Should I Do If My TPMS Light Comes On?

 

You're driving along and hear a beep then a light pops on your dash saying "Tire Pressure Sensor Fault."

What Should I Do If My TPMS Light Comes On?

The Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) message means there is a problem. Your tires are likely underinflated, overinflated, or there is a fault with one of the pressure sensors. The sensors are inside the Tires and have batteries in them. The batteries can run out of power and then the sensor needs to be replaced. The monitors have to be reset and programmed to the Control Module anytime the wheels and /or tires are changed. 

When the temperature plunges, the air in your tires takes up less volume and may cause low pressure. Inflation pressure in tires generally drops 1-2 psi for every 10 degrees the temperature lowers. When you drive, the tires warm up and increase one psi during each 5-minute interval in the first 15-20 minutes you drive. Check the pressure when tires are cool.

Keeping up with your Car/Truck Maintenance and Repair can keep issues from arising. 

Why Is My Truck's Heater Blowing Cold Air?

Colder temperatures are here to stay for the next few months. When your Truck's heater is blowing cold air and not warming up there are a few different things that could be causing the issue:

If your Truck is low on coolant, it won't be able to send any to the Heater Core to create warm air. 

Seeing fog inside of the Truck, smelling a sweet odor, using coolant quickly, and the engine overheating are indicators that the Heater Core itself isn't working properly.

The Thermostat gauge not moving from "C" after the engine has had time to warm up indicates that the Thermostat may need to be replaced.

A leaking hose, radiator, or water pump will prohibit the heater from working properly.

Keeping up with your Truck Maintenance/Repair, having Fluids Topped-Off, and paying attention to your gauges can keep you moving and warm.