As part of regular maintenance, tire pressure in your Subaru Forester is quite important. Unfortunately, it is also often overlooked. The Subaru Forester tire pressure monitoring system alerts the driver as to the state of the tire pressure. The right tire pressure should be in your car's manual, depending on the Forester model you own.
Why Is Tire Pressure Important?
The right tire pressure is important because it plays a huge part in distributing the weight of the car evenly. The right tire pressure also gives you stability because the weight is even on the tread of your vehicle. The required tire pressures of every Forester should be available in the owner's manual.
Some drivers worry about putting too much pressure on their tires. However, as long as you stay above the maximum inflation pressure, your tires will be fine. The proper tire pressure is not hard to maintain. Additionally, the tire placard will indicate the air pressure required for the vehicle.
Resetting The Tire Pressure Monitoring System
Before you reset the tire pressure monitoring system (tpms), ensure you know what you are doing and you are doing it right. Firstly, the Tire pressure monitoring system light on your dashboard will come on. This ensures you know there is a problem with your vehicle's tire pressure.
The wheel sensor has picked up an irregularity in your pressure. This could mean two things—low tire pressure, which can be caused by an increase in temperature. On the other hand, high temperatures can most likesly cause a decrease in pressure as well. The tire pressure gauge will alert you to the state of your tire pressure. On the driver's door, there is a manufacturer's sticker you should refer to.
A resulting drop or increase in tire pressure should not be avoided. The first step of effort would be to try and inflate your tires. This should only be done if you have low tire pressure. Furthermore, if you drive on icy or cold roads, expect a slight decrease in tire pressure. When you adjust the pressure, it should be fine.
However, if the light on your dashboard persists, you can try the following steps:
1) Drive
Yeah, just drive. After you inflate your tires with the recommended tire pressure, the light should go off. However, if it doesn't, then start the car and continue to drive. If you drive less than 30mph, it should go off by itself. If the problem persists, follow the next step to resolve the problem.
2) Arrow Menu
With your Subaru Forester in the ON, don't start the engine. On the menu with the UP and DOWN arrows, scroll through until you see "SET." The set option should appear. You should then proceed to hold the button until you see "MAINTENANCE" displayed. Select the maintenance tab.
You will then see four options, and you should select "TIRES." Press "SET," and you are all done. The light should go away once you begin to drive. Tire pressures should be well-balanced on your Subaru forester. The tire size doesn't matter. The road surface can also affect your Subaru forester tire pressure.
If the light doesn't disappear from your dashboard, then you should be keen on taking your car to the dealership or mechanic to get a more detailed answer. It is important to note that the recommended tire pressure should range between 32 psi to 36 psi.
What Causes Changes in Tire Pressure?
a) Puncture
A puncture is a hole in the tire caused by road hazards such as potholes. A puncture can also be caused by debris on the road, such as nails and glass. Everyone with a vehicle will definitely have a puncture at some point in their lives. A hole in the tire can leak at the rate of 2-3 Psi in a day.
b) Icy Roads
Icy routes and cold outside air can affect all your car's tire pressures. A decrease in temperature will also decrease the pressure in your tires. Therefore anytime the light on your dashboard comes on in cold weather, it might just be cold weather.
c) Heat
When it comes to temperature, high temperature is also another factor that could make your tire pressures lower. To combat this, just add more pressure to your tires and keep an eye on it. A warm garage then icy or cold roads could also cause a slight deflation in your tires. Again, keeping a close look and adding pressure should solve the problem.
The Bottom Line
The Subaru Forester tire pressure monitoring system (tpms) is important in detecting faults in tire pressure. Keeping your tires full at all times ensures you get the most out of your tires. In addition, good traction keeps your car stable. However, if your warning light persists, then it might be time to consult a professional.