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qualified workshop in order to have the vehicle checked.

WARNING

If you notice unusual vibration or the vehicle pulling to one side while the vehicle is in motion, this may indicate that

one of the tyres is damaged.

Tyre damage can cause you to lose control of the vehicle, which can lead to serious accidents and fatal injuries.

● Slow down immediately and stop as soon as the traffic situation permits and it is safe to do so.

● Check the tyres and wheel rims for damage.

● Never drive on if tyres or wheel rims are damaged. Instead, seek assistance from a suitably qualified workshop.

● If there is no visible damage, drive slowly and cautiously to the nearest suitably qualified workshop in order to

have the vehicle checked.

Function of the Tyre Pressure Loss Indicator

The Tyre Pressure Loss Indicator warns the driver if the tyre pressures are too low.

The Tyre Pressure Loss Indicator is a tyre monitoring system and uses data from theABS

sensors to compare, among other things, the speed of rotation and thus the rolling circumference of the individual

wheels while driving.

If a tyre loses air or the tyre pressure is too low, the rolling circumference is reduced and the rotational speed

increases.

The Tyre Pressure Loss Indicator shows a change in rolling circumference of the tyres with the indicator lamp in the

instrument cluster.

However, the following situations can also lead to a change in the rotational speed:

—If the tyre pressure has been changed.

—If the tyre has structural damage.

—If the vehicle is loaded more heavily on one side.

—If snow chains have been fitted.

—If a temporary spare wheel has been fitted.

—If one wheel per axle has been changed.

The Tyre Pressure Loss Indicator does not work if there is a fault in the

ESC

or ABS (→ Brake support systems).

Reference pressure

The reference pressure for the tyre monitoring system is the tyre pressure of cold tyres with maximum load for the

factory-fitted tyres. The reference pressure corresponds to the information on the tyre pressure sticker (→ Tyre

pressure).

If the tyre pressure of all four tyres has been adjusted correctly, the Tyre Pressure Loss Indicator must be re-

synchronised (→ Tyre Pressure Loss Indicator). The reference pressure is then adapted to the current tyre pressure.

The tyre monitoring system may react with a delay or not display anything at all in the event of a sporty driving

style, when driving on snow-covered or icy roads or unpaved roads or when driving with snow chains.

The recommended tyre pressure for the factory-fitted tyres is indicated on the tyre pressure sticker on the driver's

door pillar (→ Tyre pressure).

The tyre pressure of all tyres, including the spare wheel or temporary spare wheel, must checked once every month

with cold tyres and must correspond to the specifications of the vehicle manufacturer on the tyre pressure sticker. If

the tyre size of the fitted tyres differs from the specified value on the type plate or tyre pressure sticker, the correct

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tyre pressure must be determined.

As an additional safety feature, the vehicle is equipped with a Tyre Pressure Monitoring System(TPMS). With this

system, an indicator lamp for low tyre pressure lights up if one or more tyres have a significantly lower pressure than

required. If the indicator lamp for low tyre pressure lights up, stop the vehicle as quickly as possible, check the tyres

and inflate them to the correct pressure. Driving with a tyre pressure that is significantly lower than required can

cause the tyre to overheat and can lead to tyre damage. If the tyre pressure is too low, this also reduces fuel

efficiency and the service life of the tyre tread and can impair the vehicle’s handling and braking capability.

The tyre monitoring system does not replace regular maintenance and inspection of the tyres. The driver is

responsible for ensuring that the correct tyre pressure is maintained at all times, even if the tyre monitoring system

does not yet display a warning about low tyre pressure.

The tyre monitoring system also has a malfunction indicator that provides a corresponding warning if the system is

not functioning correctly. The malfunction indicator is coupled with the indicator lamp for low tyre pressure. If the

system detects a fault, the indicator lamp flashes for around 1 minute when the vehicle is started and then lights up

continuously. This sequence is repeated each time the vehicle is started as long as the fault is present.

If the tyre monitoring system indicates a fault, the tyre pressure cannot be monitored correctly. A malfunction of the

Tyre Pressure Loss Indicator can have various causes, e.g. due to replacement of a wheel or tyre. When a wheel or

tyre has been replaced, check whether the indicator lamp is showing a system malfunction to ensure that the tyre

monitoring system is functioning properly (→ Tyre Pressure Loss Indicator) (→ Tyre Pressure Monitoring System).

WARNING

The tyre monitoring system is not a replacement for the driver’s attention and works only within the limits of the

system. The tyre monitoring system cannot detect all driving situations and may not react or may react with a delay

or in an undesired way. If you do not pay due attention, there is a risk of accidents and serious or even fatal injuries.

● Always remain alert and do not rely solely on the tyre monitoring system. The driver is always responsible for

ensuring that the tyre pressure is correct.

● Observe the system limits (→ Tyre Pressure Loss Indicator).

● Check the tyre pressure regularly when the tyres are cold and always observe the specified value in accordance

with the tyre pressure sticker for the tyres fitted on the vehicle (→ Tyre pressure).

● Check your tyres regularly for signs of wear or damage and replace worn or damaged tyres immediately.

● Never exceed the maximum speed and load permitted for the fitted tyres.

WARNING

Driving with insufficient tyre pressure can warm up the tyre to such an extent that this can result in tread

separation, the tyre bursting and loss of control over the vehicle.

If the tyre pressure is too low or too high, the tyres will wear prematurely and the vehicle will not handle well.

Different tyre pressures or tyre pressures that are too low can increase tyre wear, negatively affect driving stability,

extend the braking distance and lead to tyre damage, tyre failure and loss of control over the vehicle.

This can result in serious accidents and fatal injuries.

● Always observe the warnings of the tyre monitoring system. If the indicator lamp lights up, stop the vehicle

immediately in a place where it is safe from traffic and check all tyres (→ Tyre pressure).

● The driver is responsible for the correct tyre pressure. Check the tyre pressure regularly when the tyres are cold

and always observe the specified value in accordance with the tyre pressure sticker for the tyres fitted on the

vehicle (→ Tyre pressure). The tyre monitoring system cannot function correctly until all cold tyres have the

correct tyre pressure.

● If the tyre is not flat and it is not necessary to change the wheel immediately, drive at low speed to the nearest

correspondingly qualified workshop and have the tyre pressure checked and corrected (→ Tyre pressure).

● Always adapt the Tyre Pressure Loss Indicator correctly (→ Tyre Pressure Loss Indicator).

WARNING

Driving too fast and overloading the vehicle can cause overheating, sudden tyre damage including tyre bursts, and

tread separation.

This can cause serious accidents and fatal injuries.

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● Never exceed the maximum load capacity of the fitted tyres (→ Tyre lettering and tyre type).

● Never exceed the maximum permitted speed of the fitted tyres (→ Tyre lettering and tyre type).

If the tyre pressure is too low, this will increase fuel consumption and tyre

wear.

When new tyres are driven at high speeds for the first time, they can expand slightly and trigger a one-off

pressure warning.

Old tyres should be replaced only by tyres that have been approved by Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles for

the vehicle type.

Do not rely only on the tyre monitoring system alone. Check your tyres regularly to ensure that they are

properly inflated and have no signs of damage, such as punctures, cuts, cracks, and blisters. Remove any

foreign bodies that have become embedded in the tyre tread if they have not penetrated into the interior of

the tyre.

Limits of the Tyre Pressure Loss Indicator

Regular maintenance

The Tyre Pressure Loss Indicator does not replace regular maintenance and inspection of the tyres. The driver is

responsible for ensuring that the correct tyre pressure is maintained at all times, even if the Tyre Pressure Loss

Indicator does not yet display a warning about low tyre pressure.

The tyre pressure of all tyres must be checked monthly on the cold tyres and correspond to the vehicle

manufacturer's specifications on the tyre pressure sticker.

This also applies to the tyre pressure of the spare wheel or temporary spare wheel.

The recommended tyre pressure for the factory-fitted tyres is indicated on the tyre pressure sticker (→ Tyre

pressure).

Fault not rectified

If the Tyre Pressure Loss Indicator indicates a fault, the tyre pressure cannot be monitored correctly. A malfunction of

the Tyre Pressure Loss Indicator can have various causes, e.g. due to replacement of a wheel or tyre. After replacing a

wheel or tyre, check whether the indicator lamp indicates a system fault in order to ensure that the Tyre Pressure

Loss Indicator is functioning correctly (→ Tyre Pressure Loss Indicator).

Sporty driving style

When using a sporty driving style, driving on wintry or unpaved roads, or when driving with snow chains, the Tyre

Pressure Loss Indicator may be delayed or may not be displayed at all.

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Synchronising the Tyre Pressure Loss Indicator

The Tyre Pressure Loss Indicator must be re-synchronised under the following conditions:

—If the tyre pressures have been adapted.

—If one or more wheels have been changed.

—If the wheels have been swapped round, e.g. from front to rear.

The Tyre Pressure Loss Indicator may be re-synchronised only if all tyres have the correct tyre pressure when

measured with cold tyres. To measure the cold tyre pressure, the vehicle must have been stationary for 3 hours or

driven only a few kilometres at a slow speed during this time.

After a warning about the tyre pressure being too low, switch the ignition off and then back on again. This is

necessary before you can adapt the Tyre Pressure Loss Indicator again.

1. Switch on the ignition.

2. Switch on Infotainment system if necessary.

3. Press the

button or function button, depending on the version of the Infotainment system.

4. Open the Vehicle menu.

5. Depending on the Infotainment system version, tap Settings if necessary.

6. Tap Tyres.

7. Tap SET.

8. Tap Confirm when all four tyre pressures correspond to the required values.

The system automatically synchronises and monitors the new values after at least 20 minutes of driving time at

different speeds.

Or: Touch Cancel to terminate the process.

The current tyre pressure is then not stored and the system is not re-calibrated.

WARNING

If the Tyre Pressure Loss Indicator is synchronised with a tyre pressure that is too high or too low, the Tyre Pressure

Loss Indicator may issue incorrect warnings or may not issue any warning at all in spite of a dangerously low tyre

pressure.

● Make sure that the tyre pressure of all tyres is correct before synchronising the Tyre Pressure Loss Indicator.

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Troubleshooting for Tyre Pressure Loss Indicator

Low tyre pressure

The indicator lamp lights up yellow.

There is a loss of pressure in one or more tyres or the tyre is structurally damaged.

Stop the vehicle immediately in a safe place.

2. Check the tyres for visible damage.

3. If the tyre is not visibly damaged, drive slowly to the next filling station and check the tyre pressures. Correct

the tyre pressures if necessary.

4. If the tyre is damaged, change the damaged wheel . If necessary, seek assistance from a suitably qualified

workshop.

Or: seal damaged wheel with the breakdown set and inflate .

5. Re-synchronise the Tyre Pressure Loss Indicator (→ Tyre Pressure Loss Indicator).

6. If the fault persists, go to a correspondingly qualified workshop.

Fault in the Tyre Pressure Loss Indicator

The indicator lamp flashes for around 1 minute and then remains lit up yellow continuously.

There is a system fault.

Do not drive on!

2. Switch the ignition off and then back on again.

3. Re-synchronise the Tyre Pressure Loss Indicator (→ Tyre Pressure Loss Indicator).

4. If the fault persists, go to a correspondingly qualified workshop.

Driving on unpaved roads for long periods, or a sporty driving style, can temporarily deactivate the Tyre

Pressure Loss Indicator. In the event of a malfunction, the indicator lamp will flash for around 1 minute and

then light up continuously. However, the indicator lamp will go out when the road conditions or driving style

change.

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Tyre Pressure Loss Indicator for Your Volkswagen California Van Fourth Generation (2024-2025)

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