TPMS Reset: Ford Fiesta Low Tire Pressure Sensor Light (2012-2021)
Last Updated on November 26, 2020 by Nick
TPMS Reset: Ford Fiesta Low Tire Pressure Sensor Light (2012-2021) – The Ford Fiesta is a medium-sized car from the compact class of the American car brand Ford. In 1976, Ford introduced the Fiesta as a new model in the compact class.
Ford is already producing the seventh generation of the Fiesta. It has become more prominent and, above all, more luxurious. Ford presented the latest generation of Fiesta in Germany at the end of 2016.
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TPMS Reset: Ford Fiesta Low Tire Pressure Sensor Light (2012-2021)
Whenever tire pressure is adjusted, change a tire, or get it rotated you must carry out the TPMS reset procedure. Depending on the vehicle model you have, here are a few ways to reset the TPMS on Ford Fiesta:
US Model (2012-2016)
Time needed: 7 minutes
Follow the instructions below if your vehicle is a US model made in 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016. You’ll need TPMS Relearn Tool to reset the Tire Pressure Monitoring System on this model. Follow these steps to do it:
- Park your vehicle
Stop the vehicle and turn off the engine
- Press and release the BRAKE pedal
Ensure fully pressed!
- Without starting the engine, turn the ignition key from OFF to the ON position 3 times with the ending in the ON position
If your vehicle has an ignition button, press the START/STOP button once to turn ON the ignition and then press the button again to turn OFF the ignition. Do this 3 times with the ending in the ON position
- Press and release the BRAKE pedal
Ensure fully pressed!
- Turn OFF the ignition
Do not release the key!
- Turn the ignition key from OFF to the ON position 3 times with the ending in the ON position
If your vehicle has an ignition button, press the START/STOP button once to turn ON the ignition and then press the button again to turn OFF the ignition. Do this 3 times with the ending in the ON position
- You will hear a horn if you do it right
The horn will sound twice and the TRAIN LEFT FRONT TIRE message will appear on the screen
- Start from the driver side front tire, use the TPMS Relearn tool to reset the tpms sensor
Place the relearn tool against the tire sidewall, near the valve stem. Then press the button to activate the TPMS sensor
- Repeat the process for the passenger side front tire, passenger side rear tire, and the driver side rear tire
A chirp horn will confirm that the sensor has been reset
- Turn off the ignition after you reset the last tire
The TIRE LEARNING message will disappear
- Adjust the tire pressure in all four tires recommended on the tire placard
Done!
European Model (2015-2016)
If your vehicle is a European model made in 2015 or 2016, you can reset the TPMS via the infotainment display by using the display controls on the audio unit. Follow these steps to do it:
- Park your vehicle
- Adjust the cold tire pressure in all four tires recommended on the tire placard
- Turn the ignition key to the “ON” position without starting the engine
- Press the MENU button to enter the main menu
- Go to VEHICLE SETTINGS
- Select TYRE PRESSURE MONITOR
- Press and hold the OK button until a confirmation message appear on the screen
European Model (2017-2021)
If your vehicle is the latest generation of the European models, you can reset the TPMS through the cluster display without using tools. Follow the instructions below:
- Stop the vehicle and turn off the engine
- Adjust the cold tire pressure in all four tires recommended on the tire placard
- Turn the ignition key to the “ON” position without starting the engine
- Go to the SETTINGS menu by using the ▲▼ navigation button
- Press the [wp-svg-icons icon=”list-2″ wrap=”i”] menu button to display the submenu
- Scroll down and select INFORMATION
- Select TYRE PRESSURE
- Press and hold the OK button until a confirmation message appear on the screen
These instructions are based on the Ford Fiesta owner’s manual. This procedure should apply to the sixth and seventh generation of Ford Fiesta (2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 model years). Hopefully, the article TPMS Reset: Ford Fiesta Low Tire Pressure Sensor Light (2012-2021) can solve your problem. Good Luck!
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