2013 Dodge Journey Owner Manual - Page 463

STARTING AND OPERATING 461 • Seasonal temperature changes will affect tire pressure, and the TPMS will monitor the actual tire pressure in • The TPMS is not intended to replace normal tire care the tire. and maintenance, or to provide warning of a tire Base System failure or condition. NOTE: • The TPMS should not be used as a tire pressure gauge The Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) uses wireless technology with wheel rim mounted electronic sensors to while adjusting your tire pressure. monitor tire pressure levels. Sensors, mounted to each • Driving on a significantly under-inflated tire causes wheel as part of the valve stem, transmit tire pressure the tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure. readings to the receiver module. Under-inflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life, and may affect the vehicle's handling and NOTE: It is particularly important for you to check the tire pressure in all of the tires on your vehicle monthly stopping ability. and to maintain the proper pressure. • The TPMS is not a substitute for proper tire maintenance, and it is the driver's responsibility to maintain The TPMS consists of the following components: correct tire pressure using an accurate tire pressure • Receiver Module gauge, even if under-inflation has not reached the level to trigger illumination of the "Tire Pressure Monitor- • Four Tire Pressure Monitoring Sensors ing Telltale Light." • Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light 5