In order to drive safely, proper tire pressure is essential. If your tires aren’t inflated properly, you could run into some dangerous problems, including a decrease in fuel efficiency, compromised steering ability, or an increased risk of tire blowout.

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What is the right tire pressure for a Ford F-150?

The Ford Motor Company recommends tire pressure of 35 PSI for each of the truck’s four tires. The F-150’s tire pressure should also be listed in your owner’s manual as well as on the sticker on the truck’s inside door frame, on the driver’s side.

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Tire pressure recommendations for other Ford vehicles

Vehicle	Front tire pressure	Rear tire pressure
2022 Ford Explorer	30 psi	30 psi
2022 Ford Bronco SUV	42 psi	42 psi
2022 Ford Bronco Sport SUV	42 psi	42 psi
2022 Ford Mustang Mach E	39 psi	39 psi
2022 Ford F-150 Lightning	42 psi	42 psi

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How to check Ford F-150 tire pressure

If you drive a new F-150, you’ll be able to check your tire pressure electronically via the Sync 3 infotainment system. On your instrument cluster screen, go to the Truck Info tab. Now, scroll to the Tire Pressure tab and press OK. The tire pressure display for all four tires will be shown on the screen.

Even if you have the Sync 3 infotainment system (and especially if you don’t), it a good idea to manually check your tires’ air pressure from time to time.

To do this, remove the valve stem cap on the tire. Push a tire pressure gauge stem onto the valve stem, and the pressure gauge will give you the tire’s pressure reading. If the tire pressure is too low, add some air. If it’s too high, let some air out of the tire. It’s that easy!

Besides using a pressure gauge at home or at a gas station, you might notice a tire’s pressure is low from other signs, such as an uneven ride, lethargic performance, or hampered steering. If you think there is a problem, check your tire pressure!

How often should you check tire pressure?

Ford recommends checking your F-150’s tire pressure once a month, as well as before long drives.

How to tell if your Ford F-150 needs new tires

On average, you should swap out your F-150’s tires every six years.That said, you should check your tires regularly and look for any trouble signs that might indicate you should change your tires sooner. If you notice the tread is worn down to less than 3/32” minimum,or if you notice any bulges, blisters, bubbles or tread cracks, it is time to get new tires.

If you aren’t sure if your tread depth is up to snuff, there is an easy way to determine this—the penny method.Place a US penny into the tire tread, Lincoln’s-head-first. If you can see the top of Honest Abe’s head, that means it's time to get some new tires!

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How to reset the Ford F-150 tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) light

If your F-150’s tire pressure warning light won’t turn off even after you’ve refilled your tires, there are two easy ways to

reset your TPMS

The easiest way to reset the F-150’s TPMS is, after you've refilled your tires, to drive the F-150 for 10 minutes at 50 miles per hour.This should reset the system and you should see accurate tire pressure readings on your display.

If that doesn’t work, with your vehicle in park, start the battery but not the ignition. Find the TPMS button (usually under or near the steering wheel), and then push and hold the button until the TPMS dash light blinks three times.Now, release the button and start the truck.The TPMS light should be off and the system will be reset.

If the TPMS light remains on, you might want to bring your truck to a qualified and licensed mechanic to examine your F-150 and repair the problem.

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How to save on Ford F-150 insurance

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