TPMS Warning Light
Nissan Vehicle
Severity: ModerateWhat Does This Error Mean?
The Nissan TPMS warning light means one or more tyres are significantly under-inflated. Nissan's TPMS triggers when any tyre is 25% or more below the recommended pressure. Inflate all tyres to the pressure shown on the label inside the driver's door — not the number on the tyre sidewall.
Affected Models
- Nissan Altima
- Nissan Sentra
- Nissan Rogue
- Nissan Pathfinder
- Nissan Frontier
- Nissan Navara
- Nissan X-Trail
- Nissan Qashqai
- Nissan Leaf
Common Causes
- One or more tyres losing pressure from natural seepage, temperature drop, or puncture
- Cold weather reducing tyre pressure below the warning threshold
- A nail, screw, or sharp object embedded in the tread causing a slow leak
- TPMS sensor battery dead — sensor stops transmitting
- TPMS sensor damaged during a tyre change
How to Fix It
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Check all four tyre pressures with a gauge.
Nissan recommends checking cold — before driving more than a mile. The correct pressure is on the door jamb sticker, not the tyre sidewall. Typical Nissan pressures are 32-36 PSI depending on the model.
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Inflate any low tyres to the correct pressure.
Inflate all four tyres even if only one triggered the warning — bring all to the correct pressure for even wear.
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Drive for 10-15 minutes at over 25 mph to allow sensors to update.
Nissan's direct TPMS system reads sensor data while driving. The warning light should extinguish automatically once all sensors report correct pressure.
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If the light flashes for 60-90 seconds then stays solid, a sensor has failed.
A flashing then solid TPMS warning on Nissan indicates a TPMS sensor fault. The sensor battery has likely failed — replacement is required.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Nissan show which individual tyre is low?
On newer Nissan models (2014 onwards on most models), the driver display can show individual tyre pressures in the vehicle information menu. On older models, the TPMS light illuminates without specifying which tyre — you need to manually check all four.
How do I reset the Nissan TPMS after inflating the tyres?
On most Nissan models, the TPMS resets automatically after driving at 25 mph or above for 10-15 minutes. Some models have a TPMS reset button under the steering column — hold for 3-5 seconds with the ignition on after inflating. Check your owner's manual for your specific model.