Anyone have car tire problems during cold weather?

[BrianNole777]

My low tire sensor came on last night. I called AAA and they came out and said my tire pressure was normal and it's likely a faulty sensor.

I'm going to take my car to my mechanic tomorrow afternoon/evening. In the meantime, I have to drive about 50 miles.

I'll pray my car tires don't pop in the meantime. I have a nubby spare donut tire in my trunk.

Anyone have car tire problems in cold weather?

 

[mnole03]

Cold air takes up less volume. Just fill your tires to like five PSI more than the sensor requires.

 

[Moral]

Every single year and multiple times per winter. It's so common that I'm shocked you called AAA about it. I even invested in a retractable hose reel for my air compressor.

 

[Formerly Rockymtnole]

Cold air takes up less volume. Just fill your tires to like five PSI more than the sensor requires.

You just saved OP some money.

 

[BrianNole777]

Every single year and multiple times per winter. It's so common that I'm shocked you called AAA about it. I even invested in a retractable hose reel for my air compressor.

My tire pressure sensor came on 18 months ago and my tire was flat.

I drive a Toyota Corolla so I always figure it's invincible.

I have AAA because I don't know squat about car repairs.

 

[OrlandNole]

Just fill your tires to the recommended PSI. Problem solved.

 

[BrianNole777]

Just fill your tires to the recommended PSI. Problem solved.

AAA did but I need to fix the tire pressure sensor because it's still on.

 

[OrlandNole]

AAA did but I need to fix the tire pressure sensor because it's still on.

Did you try rebooting?

 

[Moral]

AAA did but I need to fix the tire pressure sensor because it's still on.

Don't be a slave to your TPMS, put a piece of tape over that indicator light.

 

[ICWestfan]

 

[Formerly Rockymtnole]

AAA did but I need to fix the tire pressure sensor because it's still on.

Ok, now that might indicate a much larger problem. Possibly with the lateral o-rings. When you take it in tell them you think your dongle shaft needs to be looked at.

 

[gohawks50]

My low tire sensor came on last night. I called AAA and they came out and said my tire pressure was normal and it's likely a faulty sensor.

I'm going to take my car to my mechanic tomorrow afternoon/evening. In the meantime, I have to drive about 50 miles.

I'll pray my car tires don't pop in the meantime. I have a nubby spare donut tire in my trunk.

Anyone have car tire problems in cold weather?

On my last vehicle the tire pressure light always came on in the winter because it sat outside. After driving a few miles it would go off. If you want a little insurance I recommend this tool:

I have a tire on my Gator that is always going low. Took the tire to be fixed and the shop said there was nothing wrong other than the bead. Put it back on the Gator, but it continues to go low now and then. I got tired of the hassle of using the farm shop air compressor so I bought this. It's cool. You attach it to the valve, turn it on, set the desired PSI and press start. It fills the tire up to the exact pressure and shuts off.

 

[BrianNole777]

Did you try rebooting?

I did not. I also may need a new spare tire because I have a worn donut tire in my trunk so I'll ask my mechanic.

He also sells tires.

 

[soonerinlOUisiana]

Invest in one of these. The Ryobi brand is a bit pricey, but Wal-mart has a cheaper brand for about $40. Make sure it includes the rechargeable battery.

 

[mnole03]

On my last vehicle the tire pressure light always came on in the winter because it sat outside. After driving a few miles it would go off. If you want a little insurance I recommend this tool:

I have a tire on my Gator that is always going low. Took the tire to be fixed and the shop said there was nothing wrong other than the bead. Put it back on the Gator, but it continues to go low now and then. I got tired of the hassle of using the farm shop air compressor so I bought this. It's cool. You attach it to the valve, turn it on, set the desired PSI and press start. It fills the tire up to the exact pressure and shuts off.

That thing is bullet proof.

 

[DFSNOLE]

Ok, now that might indicate a much larger problem. Possibly with the lateral o-rings. When you take it in tell them you think your dongle shaft needs to be looked at.

I would bet the air inside the tire has spoiled and requires flushing.

 

[gohawks50]

That thing is bullet proof.

It is! When my brother died last year I inherited his tools which included many Milwaukee products so I have many 18V batteries. I've bought a couple other handy Milwaukee battery operated products since then, but this one is my favorite!

 

[mnole03]

It is! When my brother died last year I inherited his tools which included many Milwaukee products so I have many 18V batteries. I've bought a couple other handy Milwaukee battery operated products since then, but this one is my favorite!

I have one in my truck because going from the front range up into the mountains is always enough of a temperature and elevation change to require it.

Mine’s been through the wringer: high heat, extreme cold, dragged down the street while still attached, and dropped a number of times. Absolutely love it.

 

[The Tradition]

I used to carry a little compressor that plugs into the car power port (formerly for cigarette lighters) for this very reason. However, I found out that my little machine would shit the bit if you tried to operate it when it's frozen cold from sitting in the car overnight.

 

[TJ8869]

How old is your car? The batteries in the sensors typically last about 7 years. So if your car is getting to about that age then you can probably expect to have to replace three more in the near future.

 

[BrianNole777]

How old is your car? The batteries in the sensors typically last about 7 years. So if your car is getting to about that age then you can probably expect to have to replace three more in the near future.

2019

 

[tarheelbybirth]

Had those sensors crap out multiple times. I have a pancake compressor and a tire gauge. Check the pressure and oil every couple of weeks.

 

[Kelsers]

Had those sensors crap out multiple times. I have a pancake compressor and a tire gauge. Check the pressure and oil every couple of weeks.

In the 20+ ? years those sensors have been used, I've never had one gone bad.

 

[tarheelbybirth]

In the 20+ ? years those sensors have been used, I've never had one gone bad.

 

[Kelsers]

3 what?

 

[BrianNole777]

In the 20+ ? years those sensors have been used, I've never had one gone bad.

What brand of car have you been driving?

 

[hawkeye54545]

How old is your car? The batteries in the sensors typically last about 7 years. So if your car is getting to about that age then you can probably expect to have to replace three more in the near future.

Yep. It's about 125 dollars to reprogram a new sensor so probably worth it to just avoid the headache.

 

[stillh8unlv]

And here I assumed the OP was an adult male, not a 16 year old girl

 

[Kelsers]

What brand of car have you been driving?

Primarily GM.

 

[Kelsers]

Yep. It's about 125 dollars to reprogram a new sensor so probably worth it to just avoid the headache.

$125? Not to reprogram because they can do 4 in a few minutes. Maybe replacement?

 

[ISUBryce]

My low tire sensor came on last night. I called AAA and they came out and said my tire pressure was normal and it's likely a faulty sensor.

I'm going to take my car to my mechanic tomorrow afternoon/evening. In the meantime, I have to drive about 50 miles.

I'll pray my car tires don't pop in the meantime. I have a nubby spare donut tire in my trunk.

Anyone have car tire problems in cold weather?

Just check the pressure. Car tire sensors go bad all the time and cost a lot to fix.

 

[BrianNole777]

Just check the pressure. Car tire sensors go bad all the time and cost a lot to fix.

If I don't fix the tire censor, I may never know when I have low tire pressure though.

That's the predicament.

 

[gohawks50]

If I don't fix the tire censor, I may never know when I have low tire pressure though.

That's the predicament.

You'll feel it when you are driving. That's how we all had to do it before cars had all the bells and whistles they do now.

 

[pjhawk]

Last January when it was -14 (Fahrenheit) one Sunday morning I was driving around and the light came on, went to the Hy-Vee to fill up with air and there was a line of 8-10 cars. Figured it was just the extremely cold weather that caused the light to go on but put air into all the tires like everyone else. CSB.

New technology creates problems we don't think about sometimes.

 

[BrianNole777]

You'll feel it when you are driving. That's how we all had to do it before cars had all the bells and whistles they do now.

By the time I feel it, my tire and rim may get destroyed.

How much do you think the tire censor will cost to replace?

 

[The Tradition]

If I don't fix the tire censor, I may never know when I have low tire pressure though.

That's the predicament.

 

[ISUBryce]

If I don't fix the tire censor, I may never know when I have low tire pressure though.

That's the predicament.

How do you think people did it for literally a hundred years before we had tire pressure sensors?

 

[gohawks50]

By the time I feel it, my tire and rim may get destroyed.

How much do you think the tire censor will cost to replace?

I have no idea. I've never replaced one.

 

[Ferentz_Fan]

You'll feel it when you are driving. That's how we all had to do it before cars had all the bells and whistles they do now.

And look at the tire...not exact science but you can gauge how firm the tire feels and looks when it's good vs low.

My Dad always taught me to do a quick review of your vehicle before you drive it. Not neurotic about it but tend to do it all of the time, especially look at your tires,

 

[BrianNole777]

I have no idea. I've never replaced one.

I'm guessing $100.