fabian_lang69
Cronos Tire Pressure ABS Steering Issues
Summary of the thread
A 2019 Fiat Cronos owner experienced persistent tire pressure warnings, intermittent ABS light activation, and severe steering wheel vibrations at higher speeds, suggesting potential power steering failure. The issues were suspected to be caused by faulty tire pressure sensors, which are integrated with the valve stem inside the tire and can affect interconnected systems like ABS and power steering. The recommended solution was to have the sensors checked and replaced by a professional, which ultimately resolved the problems after replacing a defective valve.
Did this summary help you solve your problem?
4 comment(s)
fabian_lang69 (community.author)
Good point! I haven't specifically checked the sensors. Where exactly are they located, and is there an easy way to test them? I'm wondering if it's worth trying to replace them myself, or if I should just bite the bullet and take it to a mechanic. Plus, could a faulty sensor really cause the steering and ABS to go haywire?
uwehunter2
Okay, so the sensors are integrated with the valve stem inside the tire. You can't really 'test' them at home without special tools. And yes, a faulty sensor can definitely mess with the ABS and power steering systems because they're all interconnected via the car's computer. Honestly, based on all the symptoms you're describing, I'd say it's best to take it to a workshop. They can properly diagnose the issue and replace the faulty sensor. It's probably a defective valve in tire.
fabian_lang69 (community.author)
Alright, thanks a lot for the advice! I took it to the shop, and you were spot on it was indeed a defective valve in tire! I replaced the valve in tire, and that fixed all the issues. Cost me 280€, but at least the Cronos is back on the road and steering smoothly again. Appreciate the help!
rmh_community_comment_box_header
community_crosslink_scanner_headline
community_crosslink_scanner_intro
community_crosslink_scanner_title
community_crosslink_scanner_price
community_crosslink_rmh_headline
community_crosslink_rmh_intro
community_crosslink_rmh_title
community_crosslink_rmh_subtitle
community_crosslink_rmh_brand
FIAT
community_crosslink_rmh_model
CRONOS
uwehunter2
Woah, that sounds rough! I also own a Cronos, and I had a similar issue last year. The tire pressure warning light was driving me nuts even though the tires were perfectly inflated. Did you check the tire pressure sensors themselves? Are they the original ones? Maybe one of them is faulty and messing with the whole system, causing the ABS and steering issues.