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#35 of 137 VDIM Does NOT detect Tire Pressure problems by cdptrap Jan 16, 2007 (8:24 pm)
We know the HH has no tire monitoring devices. We wish/hope that the VSC or VDIM system will detect difference in tire rotation speed and turn on the system-fault lamps if a tire has significantly low pressure than the others. Boy, were we completely WRONG.   After a long freeway drive, we had one tire at 32.5 while the rest were at 38.5 and nothing on-board alerted us to this problem. Can't blame the car, it does not have any sensor in the wheels.   Looks like time to shop for and install our own tire monitors. Has anyone done this and if you did, can you please share your experience? Replies to this message: nomorebenz (Jan 17, 2007 2:16 pm) 2006rsx (Jan 18, 2007 4:16 am) cdptrap (Jan 18, 2007 4:26 pm) 2006rsx (Jan 19, 2007 4:16 am)
#36 of 137 Re: VDIM Does NOT detect Tire Pressure problems [cdptrap] by nomorebenz Jan 17, 2007 (2:16 pm)
Replying to: cdptrap (Jan 16, 2007 8:24 pm) Significant is more around 25% underinflation. My last SUV's traction control (Mercedes) didn't complain until the tire got to around 14-16lbs.   From the research I've done on tpm's, the main thing is to make sure the tires are still balanced after installation. The type that screw on the stem can leak on you, so make sure you install them properly.
#37 of 137 Re: VDIM Does NOT detect Tire Pressure problems [cdptrap] by 2006rsx Jan 18, 2007 (4:16 am)
Replying to: cdptrap (Jan 16, 2007 8:24 pm) Just buy a gage for $15 and spend 5 minutes a week checking them. Much more reliable and A LOT cheaper! Replies to this message: cdptrap (Jan 18, 2007 4:26 pm) 2006rsx (Jan 19, 2007 4:16 am)
#38 of 137 Re: VDIM Does NOT detect Tire Pressure problems [2006rsx] by cdptrap Jan 18, 2007 (4:26 pm)
Replying to: 2006rsx (Jan 18, 2007 4:16 am) We do check every week but that does not help when there is a failure in between and that's what happened this time.   TPMS is a good investment. Even the cheapy standard version in our Sienna has helped us several times by providing early warning of tire problems. The last time the warning lamp came ON, my whole family was traveling and we were able to pull off the freeway and reached a gas station in time before both left-side tires went completely flat. We had hit something on the freeway that slashed the sidewall of both tires. The Sienna was so quiet, and the suspension system so cushy, we had heard nothing and felt nothing. If not for the warning lamp, we might have kept driving farther and at higher speed than we should under those conditions.   Old fashion gauges are still useful but TPMS can be a real-time life-saver. Replies to this message: 2006rsx (Jan 19, 2007 4:16 am)
#39 of 137 Re: VDIM Does NOT detect Tire Pressure problems [cdptrap] by 2006rsx Jan 19, 2007 (4:16 am)
Replying to: cdptrap (Jan 18, 2007 4:26 pm) O.K. I see.
#40 of 137 Re: Goodyear Tires [cdptrap] by billjackson Feb 25, 2007 (4:43 pm)
Replying to: cdptrap (Nov 30, 2006 6:31 pm) After doing some research, we are also interested in the Hakka snow tires. I went to the Nokian website, however, and it appears that they don't make a 225/65/R17 - what we have on our 2006 4WD HH. Does anyone have any advice? Replies to this message: kullenberg (Feb 26, 2007 2:36 pm) cdptrap (Feb 27, 2007 8:15 am)
#41 of 137 Re: Goodyear Tires [billjackson] by kullenberg Feb 26, 2007 (2:36 pm)
Replying to: billjackson (Feb 25, 2007 4:43 pm) I put Nokian WR's in 235/65/17 on my 06. They work fine and are only less than 1% off. If you have the nav system, it has a recalibrate mode. Great tire in the snow and wet. Here is a link to a tire size calculator: http://www.miata.net/garage/tirecalc.html Cheers Pat
#42 of 137 Re: Goodyear Tires [billjackson] by cdptrap Feb 27, 2007 (8:15 am)
Replying to: billjackson (Feb 25, 2007 4:43 pm) We also use 235/65-17, car runs fine. the calibration choice in the set-up menu recalibrates and the NAV works fine.
#43 of 137 Tire Choice by joemiz Jul 12, 2007 (10:27 pm)
Looking for advice and /or opinions on choice for new tires for 4WD HH.   60% of miles are Arizona highway - posted speed limit 75 MPH. 30% city traffic 10% gravel/sandy roads No plans for snow driving, but concerned about water traction (for "rainy" season).   My choices are: Bridgestone Deuler Alenza Goodyear Fortera Michelin Cross Terrain   Thanks Joe
#44 of 137 Snow tires by oliviae Oct 21, 2007 (4:34 pm)
I have just put some Blizzack or Blizzak? snow tires on my Toyota HH. In quick back and forth steering, the car doesn't seem to be in sync with the tires and I feel a little wiggling back and forth (not pulling) on a smooth straight path. I have talked with the tire guys and they are getting another make because they say that my snows are sometimes a little squirrely and soft. Does anyone have any experience with this? I live in Colorado and snows are important. Also, will I need studs? Thanks. Replies to this message: brioboy (Oct 23, 2007 11:51 am)

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