Calibrating the tire pressure monitoring system*

Updated 2020-03-19

In order for the tire pressure monitoring system1 to function correctly, tire pressure reference values must be set correctly. This must be done each time the tires are changed or the tire pressure is adjusted.

For example, when driving with a heavy load or at high speeds (over 160 km/h (100 mph)), tire pressure should be adjusted to the Volvo-recommended tire pressure values. The system should then be recalibrated.

Switch off the ignition.

Inflate the tire to the correct inflation pressure; see the tire pressure placard on the driver's side B pillar for recommended pressures for factory-mounted tires.

Start the vehicle.

Open the Car Status app in App view.

Tap TPMS.

P5-1717-XC60-TPMS button in centerdisplay

Note

The car must be stationary when calibration is started.

Tap Calibrate.

Tap OK to confirm that the tire pressure in all four tires has been checked and adjusted.

Run the car until calibration is complete.

Calibration is done when the vehicle is driving at a speed above 35 km/h (22 mph).

If the car's ignition is switched off before calibration is complete, the tires in the center display change color from gray to green upon next start-up, even if calibration is not complete. Perform the calibration again and allow it to complete within the same operating cycle to ensure that the calibration is carried out correctly.

When enough data has been collected for the system to detect low tire pressure, the color of the tire symbols in the center display will change from gray to green. The system will not provide any other confirmation that calibration has been completed.

If start-up of calibration fails, the following message appears: Storing pressure unsuccessful. Try again..

Note

Always remember to calibrate the Tire Pressure Monitoring System when the wheels have been changed or the tire inflation pressure has been corrected according to the tire pressure decal or tire inflation pressure table.

If correct reference values have not been set, the system cannot issue low tire pressure alerts correctly.

The vehicle must be stationary with the engine running to access the calibration button and to start the calibration process.

Warning

The exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide, which is invisible and odorless but very poisonous. For this reason, always perform the calibration procedure outdoors or in a workshop with exhaust gas evacuation equipment.