Wheels and Tires

Action when low tire pressure warning is displayed

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When the tire inflation pressure monitoring system1 detects low inflation pressure in a tire, immediate action is required.

Volvo XC90. Action when warned of low tire pressureIf the system indicator symbol illuminates and the message Tire pressure low is displayed, check the tire pressure and inflate if necessary.

  1. Turn the ignition off.
  2. Check the inflation pressure in all four tires using a tire pressure gauge.
  3. Inflate the tire to the correct inflation pressure; see the tire pressure placard on the driver's side B pillar for recommended pressures for factory-mounted tires.
  4. After the inflation pressure has been adjusted, always save the new inflation pressure in the system via the center display. Please be aware that the indicator symbol will not go out until the low tire pressure has been corrected and a storing procedure has been started for the new inflation pressure.
  • After inflating a tire, always replace the valve cap to help prevent valve damage caused by gravel, dirt, etc.
  • Use only plastic valve caps. Metal caps could corrode and become difficult to remove.
  • Incorrect inflation pressure could lead to tire failure, which could cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle.
  • The system cannot predict sudden tire damage.

1 Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)

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