Kia Sportage Tire Pressure Light in Tampa, FL

On a Kia Sportage, the tire pressure light means one or more monitored tires is at least 25 percent below the pressure shown on the driver's door-jamb placard, or that the tire-pressure monitoring system has a fault. The symbol is a horseshoe-shaped tire outline with an exclamation point inside. A steady light calls for checking and setting tire pressure at the next stop, while a light that flashes for about a minute at start-up before staying on points to a system issue. Courtesy Kia of Brandon in Tampa, FL, checks each tire, examines sensor signals and batteries, and inspects for leaks so the cause can be identified and addressed appropriately.

What the tire pressure light means on a Kia Sportage

The tire pressure warning appears as a horseshoe-shaped tire outline with an exclamation point inside. When it stays steadily illuminated, one or more monitored tires is at least 25 percent below the pressure printed on the driver's door-jamb placard. A cold night can bring on the warning because tire pressure drops about one psi for every 10 degrees of temperature change. Even when a tire looks fully inflated, the warning should be checked, since an underinflated tire wears faster and runs hotter. The pressure should be set at the next stop. If the light flashes for about a minute at start-up and then remains illuminated, the tire-pressure monitoring system has a fault, usually involving a sensor whose battery has run down.

What the diagnosis covers at Courtesy Kia of Brandon

The tire pressure light service at Courtesy Kia of Brandon begins with a pressure check of every monitored tire against the driver's door-jamb placard. Each tire-pressure sensor is scanned for its signal and battery status. The inspection also looks for punctures and leaking valve stems, helping separate a tire that needs air or a repair from a sensor that needs replacing. After sensor or tire work, the system is relearned so its monitoring operation can be checked. Drivers who notice the light after a temperature drop, see it remain on despite full-looking tires, or observe flashing at start-up can schedule service in Tampa.

Booking at Courtesy Kia of Brandon

A visit includes pressure checks for every monitored tire, sensor signal and battery scans, puncture and valve-stem inspection, and a system relearn after qualifying tire or sensor work. Drivers can schedule an appointment online through Courtesy Kia of Brandon. The dealership is located at 9205 E. Adamo Drive, Tampa, FL 33619. For direct assistance, call 813-850-0547.