Tire Pressure, TPMS & Basic Checks: What Renters Can Do

Tire Pressure, TPMS & Basic Checks: What Renters Can Do

Understand TPMS lights, the right PSI, and which quick checks renters should handle—plus when to call Hola Car Rental...

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Healthy tires keep your trip smooth, efficient, and safe. If you’re launching a theme‑park week, confirm your pick‑up at Orlando car rental and give the car a quick walk‑around before leaving the garage.

TPMS light: what it means

Modern cars use a Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) to warn when one or more tires are low or when temperatures drop. If the light comes on after start‑up, don’t panic: park safely and check pressures ‘cold’ (before driving) with a station gauge or portable inflator.

The right PSI—fast

The correct pressure is on the driver‑door placard, not the tire sidewall. Add air to reach that number—then drive a few minutes and recheck. Lights may take some time to reset automatically; avoid pressing hidden ‘reset’ buttons unless the rental documentation tells you to.

What renters can do

  • Top up air to the door‑sticker PSI and recheck in 10–15 minutes of driving.
  • Use the gas‑station compressor, add in short bursts, and keep valve caps.
  • Check the spare or inflator kit so you’re not learning it at midnight.
  • Report any nail, bubble, or damage immediately—photos help.

What renters shouldn’t do

  • Don’t drive on a flat or a tire with exposed cords.
  • Don’t over‑inflate ‘for better mpg’—it reduces grip and comfort.
  • Don’t rotate tires, patch sidewalls, or mix tire sizes yourself.
  • Don’t ignore a TPMS light that returns after filling.

If a tire keeps losing air, contact Hola Car Rentals support from your booking record and we’ll guide you to roadside help. In big hubs like Miami and LA—try Miami car hire or grab your pick‑up at LAX then head to a nearby service area—assistance is usually minutes away.

Traveling across Texas? Confirm Austin AUS car hire and do a quick pressure check before hopping on I‑35. In the Northeast, plan stops near toll plazas and New York driving plans so an air top‑up is never far.

Book with confidence

  • All‑Inclusive+ Rate with maximum coverage.
  • Maximum liability coverage ($300,000 on selected itineraries).
  • Free travel insurance up to US$150,000.
  • Free Cancellation up to 48 hours before pick‑up.

A minute with a gauge can save an hour on the shoulder. Build tire checks into your fuel routine and enjoy a calmer drive.

Ready to drive rested? Book with Hola Car Rentals today for transparent pricing, full protection, and flexible options—then enjoy the journey.