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Renault tyre pressure light reset

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Renault uses direct TPMS on Clio, Captur, Megane, Kadjar and Trafic — reset is via the touchscreen menu or a long-press of the steering wheel OK button.

Why the Renault tyre pressure light is on

Renault fits real wheel-mounted sensors that report pressure live. The light comes on for actual low pressure (most common), a dead sensor battery (typical at 6–8 years), or after wheel changes where the new sensors haven't been programmed in.

Renault tyre pressure light reset — step by step

  1. Inflate all four tyres cold to the placard pressures (door pillar).
  2. Switch ignition ON.
  3. On Clio V, Captur II, Megane IV, Kadjar, Arkana with R-Link/Easy Link: Vehicle Menu → Vehicle Settings → Tyre Pressure → Reset.
  4. On older Clio IV, Captur I, Megane III with the small cluster screen: press the OK button on the steering wheel column stalk to scroll to 'Tyre Pressure', then press and hold OK for 3 seconds to reset.
  5. Drive at over 20mph for 10 minutes — the light should clear.

Models covered

Clio III/IV/V, Captur I/II, Megane III/IV, Scenic, Kadjar, Arkana, Koleos, Trafic, Master, Zoe

If the light won't go off

If after reset the light comes back as a steady amber within a few minutes, you've got a real low tyre — re-check carefully (Renault sensors are accurate). If it flashes for 60 seconds and then stays steady, a sensor has failed and the system can't read that wheel.

What it costs

Free reset. Sensor replacement £40–£75 per wheel fitted at an independent, £90–£140 at a Renault dealer. Sensors usually need programming to the car ID.

Bob's workshop tip

Renault TPMS sensors are particularly prone to failure on the rear wheels of Megane and Kadjar — heat from the exhaust and the position relative to the wheel arch shortens battery life. Budget for replacements around year 6.

Renault TPMS FAQs

Why is my Renault tyre pressure light on?

Renault fits real wheel-mounted sensors that report pressure live. The light comes on for actual low pressure (most common), a dead sensor battery (typical at 6–8 years), or after wheel changes where the new sensors haven't been programmed in.

How do I reset the tyre pressure light on a Renault?

Inflate all four tyres cold to the placard pressures (door pillar). Switch ignition ON. On Clio V, Captur II, Megane IV, Kadjar, Arkana with R-Link/Easy Link: Vehicle Menu → Vehicle Settings → Tyre Pressure → Reset. On older Clio IV, Captur I, Megane III with the small cluster screen: press the OK button on the steering wheel column stalk to scroll to 'Tyre Pressure', then press and hold OK for 3 seconds to reset. Drive at over 20mph for 10 minutes — the light should clear.

My Renault TPMS light won't go off — what now?

If after reset the light comes back as a steady amber within a few minutes, you've got a real low tyre — re-check carefully (Renault sensors are accurate). If it flashes for 60 seconds and then stays steady, a sensor has failed and the system can't read that wheel.

How much does it cost to fix a Renault TPMS fault?

Free reset. Sensor replacement £40–£75 per wheel fitted at an independent, £90–£140 at a Renault dealer. Sensors usually need programming to the car ID.

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