Suzuki VITARA Series Manual page 362

TPMS malfunction indicator
Your vehicle has also been equipped with
a TPMS malfunction indicator to indicate
when the system is not operating properly.
The TPMS malfunction indicator is com-
bined with the low tire pressure warning
light. When the system detects a malfunc-
tion, the low tire pressure warning light will
flash for about 75 seconds and then
remain continuously illuminated.
sequence will continue upon subsequent
vehicle start-ups as long as the malfunc-
tion exists.
The TPMS malfunction indicator is not
reset even after the engine or strong hybrid
system is turned off; it remains in the on
state until the normal conditions are
restored.
When the malfunction indicator is illumi-
nated, the system may not be able to
detect or signal low tire pressure as
intended. TPMS malfunctions may occur
for a variety of reasons, including the
installation of replacement or alternate
tires or wheels on the vehicle that prevent
the TPMS from functioning properly.
Always check the TPMS low tire pressure
warning light after replacing one or more
tires or wheels on your vehicle to ensure
that the replacement or alternate tires and
wheels allow the TPMS to continue to
function properly.
NOTICE
The tire pressure sensors can be
damaged if you do not take proper
precautions.
• We highly recommend that you
have tires repaired or replaced by a
SUZUKI dealer. The tire pressure
sensors can be damaged by instal-
lation or removal of tires.
This
• Do not use liquid sealants for a flat
tire unless your vehicle is equipped
with a flat tire repair kit instead of a
spare tire.
NOTICE
If the low tire pressure warning light
comes on frequently, there may be
something wrong with one or more of
the tires, tire pressure sensors, or the
monitoring system.
If the low tire pressure warning light
comes on frequently, have your vehi-
cle inspected by a SUZUKI dealer.
OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE
NOTE:
The information display shows the above
warning and indicator message when this
light comes on.
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