Kia Picanto: Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) / Tire Pressure Monitoring
System malfunction
The TPMS malfunction indicator will illuminate
(
) after it blinks for approximately
1 minute when there is a problem
with the Tire Pressure Monitoring
System. This sequence will continue
upon subsequent vehicle start-ups as
long as the malfunction exists.
If the indicator remains illuminated or
illuminates even after TPMS setting,
have the system checked by a professional
workshop. Kia recommends to
visit an authorized Kia dealer/service
partner.
WARNING
- If there is a malfunction with the
TPMS, low tire pressure will not be
indicated. In this case, have the
system serviced by a professional
workshop. Kia recommends to visit
an authorized Kia dealer/service
partner.
- If the system does not work due
to TPMS removal or installation of
related parts with different specification,
it might be a problem
when the vehicle is being regularly
inspected.
- When repairing TPMS related
parts, be sure to replace them to
parts with original specification or
those which satisfy the TPMS regulation.
- TPMS related parts : Tire,
wheel, ABS unit, suspension
WARNING
FOR EUROPE
Do not modify the vehicle. It may interfere
with the TPMS function.
❈ All vehicles sold in the EUROPE
market during below period
must be equipped with TPMS.
- New model vehicle : Nov. 1,
2012 ~
- Current model vehicle : Nov. 1,
2014~(Based on vehicle registrations)
Reference : Indicator Light
Status

The () warning light will
illuminate
when an under-inflated tire is indicated.
In certain types, the above message
might be displayed on the cluster.
If the warning light illuminates, reduce ...
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Repair procedures
Removal
1.Remove the universal joint bolt (A).
Tightening torque :
32.4 - 37.3 N·m (3.3 - 3.8 kgf·m, 23.9 - 27.5 lb·ft)
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