ellablitz9
Journey's Multiple Warning Lights Signal Tire Issues
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ellablitz9 (Author)
Thanks for the detailed explanation. You accurately described what happened with my Dodge Journey. I was worried Id need major repairs but luckily the tire sensor and valve stem replacement fixed everything. The flat tire was causing all those crazy warning lights. After getting proper tire inflation and a new TPMS unit, the steering is smooth again and ABS works perfectly. Definitely learned to check tire pressure more regularly with a tire gauge! Did your repair bill end up being reasonable? Also wondering if youve had any similar issues pop up since getting it fixed? Want to make sure Im not missing anything else that could cause problems down the road.
max_knight1
Just had the repairs done last week on my Durango and all tire monitoring systems are working perfectly now. The total cost was 280€ for the valve replacement, which included installing a new tire sensor and resetting the TPMS system. No recurring issues since the fix. The air leak is completely resolved and the tire pressure has remained stable. The ABS warning and steering problems disappeared right after they corrected the pressure loss. A professional tire gauge check shows consistent readings across all wheels now. Its definitely worth the investment to fix valve issues properly rather than constantly refilling leaking tires. Regular pressure monitoring helps catch these problems before they trigger multiple system warnings. The repair cost was reasonable considering it resolved all the connected issues. Much better than potentially damaging expensive components like the ABS module or power steering system by driving with unstable tire pressure.
ellablitz9 (Author)
I took my Journey to the repair shop today and the total repair came to 265€. The mechanic found a punctured tire that was causing the cascade of warning lights. They replaced the tire sensor and valve stem, then balanced all wheels. Like you mentioned, fixing the tire pressure issue resolved everything. The steering wheel stopped vibrating and feels normal now. All warning lights cleared after they reset the system. Such a relief it wasnt a major mechanical problem. The shop did a full tire inspection and showed me how to properly check pressure with a tire gauge. No issues since the repair, the Journey drives like new again. Keeping a close eye on tire pressure from now on to avoid similar problems. Going to get monthly pressure checks for a while just to be safe. Better to catch small issues early than deal with multiple system failures. Thanks for helping identify the root cause. Saved me from unnecessary repairs by pointing me in the right direction.
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max_knight1
Using a 2016 Dodge Durango as reference, I experienced similar symptoms when dealing with a defective tire valve. The tire pressure warning triggered first, followed by ABS warnings and steering issues. The tire sensor indicated pressure loss which directly impacted multiple systems. Low tire pressure affects wheel speed sensors, triggering ABS warnings. When tires are not properly inflated, the power steering needs to work harder, causing the heavy feel and vibrations. During inspection at the garage, they found the valve stem was slowly leaking. This created a domino effect where one failing component impacted multiple systems. The fix required replacing the faulty tire valve and TPMS sensor unit. After proper tire inflation and sensor reset, all warning lights cleared and steering returned to normal. This is a serious issue since low tire pressure compromises vehicle stability and safety systems. The ABS and power steering warnings are the vehicle protecting itself from potential damage. Getting this checked immediately is important as continued driving with underinflated tires can damage the tire sidewalls and rim. The symptoms perfectly match a tire pressure related issue rather than separate mechanical problems.