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Learn what a warning light or worrying symptom may mean, what you can check safely and when you should stop driving.
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If the yellow tyre pressure warning light comes on, slow down and find a safe place to stop. Don’t assume a puncture straight away, but don’t ignore the warning. Check the wheels, measure pressure with a tyre gauge and inflate the tyres to the values on the vehicle placard or in the owner’s manual.
If the car howls or hums louder as speed increases, you should check the tyres, wheel bearing and suspension. Tyre noise usually depends on surface and tread condition, while a worn bearing often changes tone in corners.
Steering wheel vibrations most often start with the wheels and tyres, but can also indicate play in the suspension or steering system. See how to assess the symptom before visiting a workshop.
Car pulling to the side? Learn how to tell a wheel alignment problem from tyre pressure, brakes and play in the suspension.
You can sometimes drive carefully to a service centre with a knocking suspension, but it shouldn't be left unattended. Tapping, creaking or metallic impacts can be a minor issue or play in a part that affects vehicle handling. The key is when the sound appears and whether other symptoms occur.
If the car pulls to one side or tyres wear unevenly, a wheel alignment check and an assessment of the tyres and suspension components is usually needed. In many cases you can still drive to get it checked, but there are situations where it’s safer not to risk driving. Below…
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