Audi A4 / S4: How To Reset TPMS Tire Pressure Sensor Light (2008-2021)
Last Updated on March 19, 2021 by Nick
Audi A4 / S4: How To Reset TPMS Tire Pressure Sensor Light (2008-2021) – The Audi A4 is a mid-range car from the German car manufacturer Audi. The Audi A4 was presented at the end of 1994 as the successor to the successful Audi 80 B4.
In September 2007, the all-new Audi A4 B8 Limousine was officially unveiled at the IAA in Frankfurt. There was no convertible version of the A4. The A4 B8 uses the new MLB platform (Modular Longitudinal Platform), which the Audi A5 and Audi Q5 also use.
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Audi A4 / S4: How To Reset TPMS Tire Pressure Sensor Light (2008-2021)
You have to reset the specified pressures whenever you adjust tire pressures, change a tire, or get it rotated in order for the TPMS to operate appropriately. Depending on your vehicle model year, here are a few ways to reset the TPMS on Audi A4 / S4:
2008-2016 Models (B8)
There are 2 ways to reset TPMS on the fourth generation of the Audi A4 / S4. These two ways are through the audio display but are different in the system menu.
With Audio Display 1
- Make sure you have adjusted the tire pressure recommended on the tire placard
- Turn ON the ignition without starting the engine
- Press the CAR button on the center console
- Select TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING
- Select STORE NOW
With Audio Display 2
- Make sure you have adjusted the tire pressure recommended on the tire placard
- Turn ON the ignition without starting the engine
- Press the CAR button on the center console
- Press the left control button to access the CAR SYSTEM menu
- Select SERVICE & CHECKS
- Select TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING
- Select STORE TIRE PRESSURE
- Select YES to execute the TPMS reset
2017-2021 Models (B9)
Just like the previous model, you can reset the TPMS via the infotainment display, but this latest model (2019 2020 2021) uses a touchscreen. Here’s how to do it:
With Touchpad
- Make sure you have adjusted the tire pressure recommended on the tire placard
- Turn ON the ignition without starting the engine
- Press the MENU button on the center console
- Go to the CAR or VEHICLE menu by using the dial button
- Find and select SERVICE & CHECKS by using the left control button
- Select TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING
- Select STORE TIRE PRESSURE
- Select YES to execute the TPMS reset
With Touchscreen
Time needed: 7 minutes
Follow these instructions if your vehicle is equipped with a touchscreen
- Stop the vehicle and turn off the engine
Make sure your vehicle is in a safe place
- Adjust the cold tire pressure in all four tires recommended on the tire placard on the door panel
The cold tire is a tire that is not driven for more than 3 hours
- Turn ignition switch to ON position but do not start the engine
If your vehicle has an ignition button, press the START-STOP ENGINE button once without touching the brake pedal.
- From the Home screen, tap the VEHICLE menu on the MMI display
The MMI display is located on the center console
- Select SETTINGS & SERVICE
Several menu options will appear
- Select TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING
A message will appear on the display
- Select STORE TIRE PRESSURE
A confirmation message will appears on the screen
- Select YES to execute the TPMS reset
Done!
These instructions are based on the Audi A4 / S4 owner’s manual. This procedure should apply to the fourth and fifth generations of Audi A4 / S4 (2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 model years). Hopefully, the article Audi A4 / S4: How To Reset TPMS Tire Pressure Sensor Light (2008-2021) can solve your problem. Good Luck!
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