Skoda Octavia Hybrid Tire Pressure ABS and Steering Problems

My Skoda Octavia hybrid is displaying a persistent tire pressure low warning. Concurrently, the ABS lamp illuminates, the steering wheel vibrates noticeably, and the power steering seems impaired, requiring increased effort. Visual inspection reveals no obvious punctures. Could a defective tire valve cause such a cascade of symptoms? I suspect a slow air leak is at play, impacting the tire pressure monitoring system. Is it plausible that the tire sensor malfunction is triggering the ABS and power steering issues?

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I experienced something similar with my previous car. The tire pressure low warning kept appearing, even after inflating the tires. It could be a faulty tire sensor. Have you checked the tire itself for any punctures or damage? It might also be worth inspecting the valve.

When you say inspect the valve, what exactly should I be looking for? I'm familiar with basic car maintenance, but tire sensor issues are relatively new to me.

Yes, it's possible. A slow leak from a defective valve could cause gradual pressure loss, triggering the warning light. The reduced tire pressure can affect ABS and power steering performance. In my case, the workshop confirmed a faulty valve stem. I would recommend taking it to a workshop to confirm.

Confirmed the tire valve was defective, causing a slow air leak. I replaced all four valves. The tire monitoring system is now functioning correctly, the ABS lamp is off, and the steering issues are resolved. Total cost was 280€. Thanks for the insight.

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