2006 Ford Escape tpms issues

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Dec 21, 2019 | 02:27 PM

TexGuy

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2006 Ford Escape tpms issues

I have a 2006 Ford Escape V-6 4wd. I have a low tire light on and tried to reset with a reset tool. It took several trys to get it into the reset mode and still have a low tire light on. All 4 tires did beep the horn, any suggestions?
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Dec 21, 2019 | 10:10 PM

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Is the light flashing or on steady? If it’s flashing, it’s a problem with one of the sensors that can’t be fixed by a reset/relearn procedure (the batteries are usually at fault). If it’s on steady, it’s a tire pressure issue.

What pressure are you setting them to? Check the sticker on the driver door jamb for recommended pressure - if they’re already set there and the light is still on, try setting them 2-3 PSI above the recommended pressure.

Also, if you haven’t tried, drive it a few miles - sometimes the pressures won’t transmit until the vehicle is in motion.

Dec 22, 2019 | 07:04 PM

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I'll start with the right rear tire as I suspect that the one. The light is a steady glow at all times.

Dec 28, 2019 | 09:34 AM

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I went out yesterday to check the tires, the driver side tires had 20 PSI of air, So this morning at 7AM I was back at Walmart shop that told me last oil change my tires had been check. They took me right in and air up my tires, 2 PSI over the sticker on the door to 32 PSI The low tire light is off now but the good news is they are reset.

Dec 28, 2019 | 01:00 PM

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Don’t be surprised if the light is on again tomorrow and there’s a difference of a few psi - temperature has a pretty significant impact on pressure and tires start heating up as soon as you start driving. That’s why it’s best to check and adjust the pressures when the tires are cold because the temperature has stabilized.

20 psi is pretty low so there might be leaks - check the pressures each day before driving to monitor. If there is a leak, those tires will get consistently lower each day.

You could also raise the wheel off the ground and spray with soapy water or some kind of household cleaner like 409 or windex - bubbles will form around a leak.

Dec 28, 2019 | 01:12 PM

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I've been thinking of a reason to start going to NTB for oil changes, I think this is it.

Dec 28, 2019 | 01:45 PM

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While I’ve heard many a horror story about Walmart’s auto dept, it’s important to remember that the techs who work there are often inexperienced and the demands of chain auto service centers (Walmart/Sams Club, Mills Fleet, Jiffy Lube, Midas, etc) are oftentimes overwhelming. They’re expected to perform like top level techs when they’re just not ready or equipped to do so.

I’ve been a tech for 3 years, I’m not on flat rate pay, and my boss is very understanding of how repairs can go sometimes; but even with all that, I still get overwhelmed because we’re always busy and at least a day or two behind schedule.

If you’re looking for a good shop, ask questions. Even if you know the answers, ask them anyway, because a good shop/tech will take the time to answer them whereas a bad one will be impatient and seem uninterested in you understanding the systems on your vehicle and how they work.