That little horseshoe-shaped light on your dashboard is your tire pressure monitoring system, and it comes on to tell you that one or more of your tires is low. Many Murfreesboro drivers see it and are not quite sure how seriously to take it, especially in summer when temperatures swing throughout the day. The short answer is that it is worth checking right away.
Proper tire pressure matters for safety, fuel economy, and tire life. Underinflated tires flex more, build up heat, and are more likely to fail, which is especially risky on a hot road at highway speed. They also wear out faster and hurt your gas mileage.
Interestingly, temperature swings alone can trip the light, since tire pressure drops as the air cools overnight and rises as it warms, so a light that appears on a cool morning may reflect a real but simple low reading. Still, it can also signal a slow leak from a nail or a failing valve, which will only get worse. When the light comes on, the safest move is to check and correct your tire pressures, then keep an eye on whether it returns. If it does, there is likely a leak that needs attention.
At Stones River Auto and Exhaust in Murfreesboro, we can check your tire pressures, inspect for leaks or damage, and service your tire pressure sensors if one has failed. If your tire light is on, do not just reset it and hope. Stop by our Murfreesboro shop and let us make sure your tires are safe.
