FORD 2009 Taurus v.2 - Manual (Page 189)

When you believe your system is not operating properly
The main function of the Tire Pressure Monitoring System is to warn you
when your tires need air. It can also warn you in the event the system is
no longer capable of functioning as intended. Please refer to the
following chart for information concerning your Tire Pressure Monitoring
System:
Low Tire
Pressure
Warning
Light Possible
cause Customer Action Required
Solid
Warning
Light Tire(s)
under-
inflated 1. Check your tire pressure to ensure tires are
properly inflated; refer to Inflating your tires in
this chapter.
2. After inflating your tires to the manufacturer’s
recommended inflation pressure as shown on the
Tire Label (located on the edge of driver’s door
or the B-Pillar), the vehicle must be driven for at
least two minutes over 20 mph (32 km/h) before
the light will turn OFF.
Spare
tire in
use Your temporary spare tire is in use. Repair the
damaged road wheel/tire and reinstall it on the
vehicle to restore system functionality. For a de-
scription on how the system functions, refer to
When your temporary spare tire is installed in
this section.
TPMS
malfunc-
tion If your tires are properly inflated and your spare
tire is not in use and the light remains ON, con-
tact your authorized dealer as soon as possible.
2009 Taurus (500)
Owners Guide, 2nd Printing
USA (fus)
Tires, Wheels and Loading
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