2009 Dodge Ram 1500 Pickup Owner Manual - Page 385
2009 Dodge Ram 1500 Pickup Manual
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STARTING AND OPERATING 383 NOTE: • Seasonal temperature changes will affect tire pressure, • The TPMS is not intended to replace normal tire care and the TPMS will monitor the actual tire pressure in and maintenance, nor to provide warning of a tire the tire. failure or condition. Tire Pressure Monitor System Components • The TPMS should not be used as a tire pressure gauge The TPMS uses wireless technology with wheel rim while adjusting your tire pressure. mounted electronic sensors to monitor tire pressure levels. Sensors, mounted to each wheel as part of the valve • Driving on a significantly underinflated tire causes the stem transmit tire pressure readings to the Receiver tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure. UnderinModule. flation also reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life, and may affect the vehicle's handling and stopping NOTE: It is particularly important for you to check the ability. tire pressure in all of your tires regularly 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, even if under-inflation has not • Receiver Module reached the level to trigger illumination of the "Tire • Four Wheel Sensors Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light." • Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Lamp 5