Low tire pressure
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Low tire pressure
Is it common for the tire pressure to decrease to the point that the light comes on over the course of a few weeks, generally induced by colder weather? The car was garaged (and not driven) for the past 3.5 weeks and the light came on when i had just filled the air before leaving town.
I just want to know if this is normal or if i probably have a leak. also, this only seems to happen to the rear tires (one or the other, just depends). will the dealer fix it if it's a leak?
I just want to know if this is normal or if i probably have a leak. also, this only seems to happen to the rear tires (one or the other, just depends). will the dealer fix it if it's a leak?
drastic change of temperature can definately affect the air in your tires. fill it up again, and check in a couple hours and see what happens. if your light comes on again, then most likely you have a leak somewhere.
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well this has been happening for a few months now, not a one time issue. i'll fill it up, and after a few weeks, esp if i dont drive the car for a day or two, the tire pressure drops and the light comes on. seems like it's not normal, i'll see if i can find a nail or something
Well it all depends on what kind of wheels you're on. Aftermarket wheels? Cause if you have a three piece wheels its mostly likely to leak, just like mines. If I let it sit for a week or so I notice the psi drops crazy. But if you're on stock its probably you need a new set of wheels if they're worn out. Many possiblities, but just fill it up and see where it stands.
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Well it all depends on what kind of wheels you're on. Aftermarket wheels? Cause if you have a three piece wheels its mostly likely to leak, just like mines. If I let it sit for a week or so I notice the psi drops crazy. But if you're on stock its probably you need a new set of wheels if they're worn out. Many possiblities, but just fill it up and see where it stands.
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Not necessarily nails. My G20 had an issue with the stock rims. they bent easily and the tire would have a slow leak.. it is possible that is the case.. check for damage on the rim both on the inside and outside lip
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