How to Reset Your Honda TPMS? – [Reset It At Home]
The tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) of your Honda is a critical safety feature designed to monitor the air pressure inside the tires.
If one of the tires is under/overinflated, the alert sign will pop up in the instrument cluster to ensure the vehicle is safe on the road.
After inflating, changing, or rotating one or more tires, you need to re-calibrate the system to make sure the TPMS sensor should fetch the refreshed data. below are the steps to reset the TPMS of your Honda at home without spending a penny.
How to Reset Your Honda TPMS?
Before resetting the TPMS of your Honda vehicle, we highly recommend inflating the tires to the recommended pressure and driving the car at 25 – 50mph for around 10 minutes.
90% of the time the TPMS symbol goes off its own automatically, however, if the problem is still there, below are some of our tested TPMS calibration methods as per the type and model of the vehicle.
NOTE: Consult with the user manual for recommended air pressure inside the tires or you can find a sticker on the driver’s door jamb.
Resetting the TPMS of Newer Honda Vehicles
1. Models with Touchscreen:
- Power ON the vehicle.
- Touch the Home screen on the vehicle’s LCD.
- Select the vehicle settings.
- Select TPMS calibration then Touch “calibrate”
If the calibration process fails, consult with the nearest Honda service center.
2. Models without Touchscreen:
- Power ON the vehicle.
- Press the Home button on the left side of the steering wheel.
- Roll the selective wheel to choose the settings.
- Roll the selective wheel until the TPMS Calibration Appears.
- Press “calibrate”. The calibration timer should appear, and the calibration process will automatically finish after a few miles of driving.
If the problem is still there, consult with the nearest Honda service center.
Resetting the TPMS of Older Honda Vehicles
1. Models with steering wheel controls:
- Power ON the vehicle.
- Press the Menu button on the left side of the steering wheel.
- Select a customized setting by using the steering wheel controls.
- Select TPMS calibration.
- Select initialize
- Select “YES”
- Exit from the Manu by pressing the Manu Button.
2. Models without Touchscreen:
- Power on the Vehicle
- Use the steering wheel controls to navigate the driver’s information.
- Select the vehicle settings
- Select TPMS calibrate
- Finally, select calibrate.
3. Models with TPMS
- Power on the vehicle
- Press and hold the TPMS button until the warning light blinks twice.
NOTE: The TPMS button is mostly located on the steering wheel or left corner of the dashboard
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Why and When Does the TPMS Light Come On?
TPMS light mostly popped up once the tire pressure went below the recommended levels (ideally 25% less than the recommendations). Also, it can be flashing if there is something wrong with the battery or the TPMS itself.
What if the TPMS Warning Light is still on After Resetting?
If the TPMS sensor flashes back even after resetting it properly, the following things should be inspected immediately.
- Tire leakages, if one of the tires has a small leakage the air pressure will not be held properly.
- Battery condition, since TPMS relies on the batteries’ power if the battery is in bad condition TPMS may malfunction.
- Check the condition and positioning of the TPMS itself. For TPMS inspection we highly recommend taking the vehicle to the nearest service center.
What if the TPMS Light Came On For a Few Minutes and Turned Itself Off?
In real winters the TPMS symbol may be popped up for a short period and go away without doing anything. This is because in extremely cold weather the air inside the tire contracts and expands automatically when you drive.
If the TPMS symbol still flashes after driving it for about 10 – 15 minutes at 25 – 50 mph, you may have to re-inflate the tires, check for leakages, or in worst cases you may have to take the vehicle to the nearest Honda dealership.
What if I filled the Tire, but the Sensor didn’t Reset?
After recalibrating the TPMS sensor, drive your vehicle at 25 – 50 miles per hour for about 10 minutes, this will ensure the TPMS can sense the new data and transmit it to the instrument cluster.
What if I Reset the TPMS Light, but Now it’s Flashing?
As per the NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration), if the TPMS sensor flashes or stays for a long time even after recalibrating it, the problem could be with the other components like the battery, TPMS, etc. rather than the tires. After proper inspection of leakage, you may need to consult with an experienced technician.
Verdict
Resetting the TPMS is the simplest yet crucial safety feature to keep you informed about the pressures inside the tires, leading to enhanced traction, improved fuel efficiency, and negligible blowouts down the road.
Before starting the recalibration process we highly recommend to re-inflate the tires and driving the vehicle for about 10 minutes at 25 – 50mph, also refer to the user manual for the recommended air pressure as per the type and model of the vehicle you own.
FAQs – Frequently Asked Questions
Where is the TPMS reset button on Honda?
Most Honda Cars have a TPMS button on the steering wheel or left side of the dashboard, however, if you are struggling to find it, consult with the user’s manual.
Does Honda TPMS Reset Automatically?
Yes, Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems are designed to recalibrate/reset automatically, you just have to inflate the tires as per the recommended air pressure and drive for about 10 minutes at 25-50mph.
How long do Honda TPMS last?
Stock TMPS have a life expectancy of 5 to 10 years depending on the usage.
How Does the Honda TPMS Work?
TPMS sensors of the Honda vehicles sense the tire’s pressure and trigger an alert sign once the air pressure goes below the recommended levels.
How do I know if my TPMS sensor is bad on my Honda?
The following could be a potential sign your vehicle’s TPMS should be replaced.
1. TPMS light blinks even after adjusting the air pressure and resetting it properly.
2. The tire pressure is low as per the gauge and the TPMS is not triggering the alert sign.
How do I know if my Honda has TPMS?
The TPMS option can be found inside the instrument cluster, you just need to follow the below steps to make sure whether your vehicle has TPMS or not.
1. Power ON the vehicle
2. Select the settings from the instrument cluster.
3. Select the TPMS.