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Mini Countryman Hybrid Issue Low Tire Pressure Warning ABS Lamp and Steering Problems

Alright, so I'm experiencing a weird issue with my 2019 Mini Countryman Hybrid that I'm hoping someone might have encountered before. The 'low tire pressure' warning keeps popping up, which is annoying enough, but then the ABS lamp lights up, the steering wheel starts vibrating like crazy, and it feels like the power steering is failing makes it super hard to steer. The car has km on it. I've visually inspected the tires, and I can't see any obvious damage. Could this be a simple air leak, or is something more sinister going on with the tire monitoring system?

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I had a similar problem with my Mini Countryman. A low tire pressure warning triggered the ABS light and caused vibrations. First, check your tire gauge to confirm the pressure in all inflated tires. Are all tires inflated to the correct PSI? If so, the tire monitoring system might be faulty, or there may be a slow air leak.

Thanks for the quick reply! Yes, I checked the pressure in all tires, and they seemed fine. The tire gauge didn't indicate any significant difference. Could a slow air leak really cause the power steering to fail?

Yes, a slow air leak can indeed cause these issues. When the tire pressure drops below a certain threshold, the system might trigger the ABS and power steering systems to act erratically. Since you've confirmed the tires are properly inflated based on your tire gauge, and the issue persists, I suggest a visit to a workshop. They can perform a thorough check for any air leaks or issues with the tire monitoring system.

Just wanted to close the loop on this. Turns out the valve in the tire was indeed defective. I had it replaced, and after paying 280€, all the issues are now gone. Thanks for the insight!

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