Services
TPMS Service in Rochester, PA
Tire pressure monitoring system diagnostics, sensor service and replacement for cars, minivans, SUVs and light trucks.
Tire Pressure Light On? We Can Fix It.
Your tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) warns you when a tire is low on air. When the light won’t go out, or the readings don’t make sense, something in the system needs attention: a low tire, a sensor with a dead battery, a damaged part, or a system that needs to be reset.
We check the whole system with a dedicated TPMS tool, find out why the light is on, and get it working right again.
Light came on after a cold night? Tires lose about 1 PSI for every 10°F drop, so the first cold morning often sets it off. Fill your tires to the pressure on your door jamb sticker. If the light stays on, give us a call.
Signs You Need TPMS Service
- The light stays on after your tires are filled
- The light flashes when you start the car, then stays on
- A tire’s pressure reading is missing or wrong
- You’re getting new tires or new wheels
What a TPMS Service Includes
Every vehicle is different, so we start by finding the problem and only do what your system needs.
Sensor Diagnostics
We scan each sensor with a dedicated TPMS tool to check its battery, its signal and how accurately it reads pressure.
Rebuild Kits
Whenever a tire is serviced or taken off the wheel, we can replace the sensor’s stem, valve core, grommet, seal, cap and nut.
Sensor Replacement
If a sensor has a dead battery or is damaged, we install a new direct-fit or programmable sensor made to work with your vehicle.
System Relearn
We program your vehicle’s computer so it recognizes new or serviced sensors and knows which wheel each one is on.
Common Types of TPMS
Your vehicle uses one of two kinds of system. We service both.
Direct TPMS
A sensor inside each wheel, usually built into the valve stem, sends real-time pressure readings to your vehicle. These sensors run on batteries that wear out over time.
Indirect TPMS
No sensors in the wheels. Instead, the system uses your anti-lock brake (ABS) wheel speed sensors to notice when a low tire starts turning at a different speed than the others.
TPMS FAQ
Why is my tire pressure light on?
Most often, one or more tires are low. Check them with a gauge and fill them to the pressure on your door jamb sticker. If the light stays on, a sensor may have a dead battery or be damaged, or the system may need a relearn.
What does it mean if the light flashes, then stays on?
On most vehicles, a light that flashes for a minute or so when you start the car and then stays on means a problem with the system itself, not just low air. That’s the time to bring it in.
Do I need new sensors when I get new tires?
Not always. If your sensors are working, we can reuse them with new service parts. If a sensor is failing or its battery is nearly dead, new tires are a good time to replace it.
Is it safe to drive with the TPMS light on?
Check your tire pressure right away. A low tire can overheat, wear out faster and handle poorly. If your tires are fine but the light stays on, your system can’t warn you about a real problem, so it’s worth getting checked soon.
Do I need an appointment?
Give us a call before you come in so we can have a time ready for you.
We’re open Monday – Friday 9 AM – 5 PM and Saturday 9 AM – 1 PM.
