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2.3 TPMS tell-tale light
When diagnosing TPMS systems, you should understand what the TPMS
tell-tale light means.
When turning the ignition OFF to ON, the TPMS tell-tale display and then go
off, indicating the system is working fine. If the light stays on, the tire pressure
may be too low or too high. If the TPMS light flashes, an error exist within the
system. Such an error can be caused by a faulty sensors or by the IDs of the
sensors installed on the tires not matching the registered IDs within the
vehicle ECU.
2.4 Benefits of TPMS
The significant advantages of TPMS are summarized as follows:
Fuel saving.
Extended tire life.
Decreased downtime and maintenance.
Improved safety.
Environmental efficiency.