Switch Tires provides Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) services to Dotsero, CO, Wolcott, CO, Edwards, CO, and other surrounding areas.

The Purpose of the Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)

There's no arguing the importance of keeping your tires in good condition. After all, they're the only thing between you and the road. You should give your tires a routine, visual inspection and keep them at the correct pressure levels (aka tire PSI). Modern vehicles can help notify you when one or more tires has low air via the Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS). This system relies on sensors to determine if a tire is at suboptimal levels and sends an alert that shows up as a dashboard warning light.

Thanks to the Tire Pressure Monitoring System, drivers can receive advanced notice when tire pressure levels are low, either due to changes in the temperature or from a puncture or leak. The TPMS alert can give the driver a little more time to get the car off the road to inspect the tires and either re-air the tires or call for tire repair.

After tire pressure levels are optimal once more, the TPMS may need to be reset. The manner in which a reset is done differs by vehicle make and model. Check your owner's manual for instructions.

When Does the TPMS Require Service?

Over time, the TPMS sensors can become damaged or malfunction, leading to inaccurate readings. Here is some information on when you should seek TPMS service:

• Regular Service Intervals: Ideally, the TPMS should be checked when you have a tire service performed, whether it's for a tire rotation, balance, or replacement service. This ensures that any issues can be caught early. It's also a good practice to have the TPMS inspected at least once a year.
• Sensor Battery Life Considerations: The sensors inside your tires, which are part of the TPMS, are powered by batteries. These batteries usually last around 5 to 10 years, but this can vary depending on usage and driving conditions. If your vehicle's TPMS sensors have never been replaced, and your car is around this age, it might be time for a service.
• Warning Light Activation: Your vehicle will have a TPMS warning light on the dashboard, which looks like an exclamation mark inside a tire cross-section. If this light comes on and stays on, it indicates that your tire pressure is low. If it flashes for about 60 to 90 seconds after you start the car and remains on, it may indicate that there is a fault with the TPMS itself. Check your owner's manual to confirm and have your TPMS inspected.
• Inconsistent Tire Pressure Readings: If you notice that your routine tire pressure levels are inconsistent and do not align with manual checks using a tire gauge, there may be an issue with the TPMS sensors providing incorrect readings.
• After a Replacement or Repair Involving Tires: If you've recently had tire repairs or replacements and notice issues with the TPMS readings or warning light, it might indicate that the sensors were damaged or incorrectly reinstalled.

What Does TPMS Service Involve?

During a TPMS service, a technician will check the condition of the TPMS sensors, verifying the battery life of these sensors and ensuring the system is reading tire pressure levels. Technicians may use a specialized tool to communicate with your vehicle's sensors directly, gathering data on their status and performance. The complexity of the service will vary depending on the vehicle model and the condition of the TPMS, but this process is generally quick and can often be completed within the timeframe of other tire services if you are having one done. This efficiency means you can maintain your tires and the TPMS without adding much time or inconvenience. A technician can also check the tire pressure and reset the system if necessary.

We Provide Mobile TPMS Service

Let us come to you! Switch Tires provides mobile TPMS service and sensor replacement right at your doorstep in Gypsum, Colorado and surrounding areas. We're also on hand for tire repair in the event your TPMS notified you of a flat. We will take care of all your tire service needs!

Call Switch Tires for TPMS Service in Gypsum, CO & Surrounding Areas

At Switch Tires, we offer professional TPMS service. Our mobile technicians are trained to inspect and service your TPMS system quickly and efficiently. Our service area includes Dotsero, CO; Wolcott, CO; Edwards, CO; and surrounding communities.

Trust Switch Tires to arrive when and where you need us.