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Citan Electric low tire pressure ABS and steering issues

My 2023 Mercedes Citan Electric is showing a persistent low tire pressure warning. The ABS lamp is on, the steering wheel vibrates, and steering requires more effort. I checked the tire pressure, and all tires seem fine. Could a defective valve be the cause?

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thomasberger1

I had a similar issue with my Opel Insignia, though it was a diesel. The TPMS flagged a pressure issue, but the tire gauge was normal. I suspected a faulty sensor in the tire monitoring system. Have you considered that? Also, does the vibration change with speed, or is it constant?

hannescrystal46 (Author)

The vibration increases with speed. Could a single faulty sensor trigger the ABS lamp and affect power steering?

thomasberger1

A faulty sensor can cause odd readings and trigger unrelated warnings. I cannot say if it would affect the ABS or power steering directly, but modern vehicles are complex. The ECU might be misinterpreting the sensor data. A defective valve could be the problem, but I recommend a thorough inspection. I took mine to the shop.

hannescrystal46 (Author)

The workshop confirmed a defective valve in one of the tires, causing pressure loss and triggering the warnings. The repair, including valve replacement and recalibration of the tire pressure monitoring system, cost 280€.

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