Amber Horseshoe with exclamation point (TPMS) or 'TPMS' text on the driver information interface Light: Tpms Light Warning Light
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One or more tires on the Honda CR-V has pressure below the recommended threshold (typically 32-35 PSI), or a TPMS sensor battery has failed.
📋 What This Light Means
| Light Color | Amber |
| Symbol | Horseshoe with exclamation point (TPMS) or 'TPMS' text on the driver information interface |
| Meaning | One or more tires on the Honda CR-V has pressure below the recommended threshold (typically 32-35 PSI), or a TPMS sensor battery has failed. |
| Urgency | Check Soon |
| Brand Specific | Honda CR-V |
🛑 What to Do When This Light Comes On
Step 1: Use a tire pressure gauge to check all four tires plus the spare (some CR-V models monitor the spare). Inflate all tires to the pressure shown on the driver's door jamb sticker — typically 33 PSI front, 30 PSI rear for the CR-V. After inflating, drive above 30 mph for at least 10 minutes to allow the system to recalibrate. If the light persists, a TPMS sensor battery may be dead.
⚠️ What happens if you ignore this light: Under-inflated tires on the CR-V increase rolling resistance and reduce fuel economy by 3-5%. More critically, the CR-V's tire sidewalls are sized for a compact SUV — under-inflation at highway speed generates excess heat and dramatically increases blowout risk. Honda TPMS sensors use batteries that last 7-10 years; failed sensors cost $80-120 each to replace.
🛠️ Technician's Notes: Honda-specific: 2012-2016 CR-V models use indirect TPMS (no sensors in wheels — uses wheel speed sensors to detect pressure loss). 2017+ models use direct TPMS with battery-powered sensors in each wheel. The indirect system requires recalibration after tire rotation or inflation via the TPMS button under the dash.
📚 Data Sources: Warning light information compiled from SAE J2402 dashboard symbol standards, NHTSA vehicle safety regulations, OEM owner's manuals, and ASE master technician field experience. Different vehicle makes may display slightly different symbols. Always consult your owner's manual for make-specific warnings.