First step in installing the system is to check and adjust all tire pressures according to the vehicle manufacturer’s recommendation (check the label affixed to the door jamb). Plug the antenna and power cord into the monitor and turn it on. The sensors are installed one at a time according to the flashing tire on the monitor. Installing the sensors was straightforward; simply remove the tire valve cap and replace it with the sensor.

Product Review: nVision Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) auto product reviews
nVision Tire Pressure Monitoring System . Click image to enlarge

The sensor is designed to depress the tire valve stem and monitor the air pressure. It’s advisable to use a soap solution (50/50 mix of soap and water – apply to sensors and check for bubbles) to make certain the sensors are not leaking any air. Purchasing additional sensors will allow monitoring of your spare tire as well. Sensors are powered with a battery that according to nVision will last approximately four years. When batteries are depleted you must replace the sensor.

There are three warning lights on the monitor – normal, fuel economy and dangerous condition. When a tire falls below the preset level, a light will flash with a signal tone. The display will indicate which tire is at fault and will continue issuing a warning until it is corrected.

I found the monitor a little large and cumbersome to be placed on the dash, so I mounted it in the rear cargo area of my SUV. There is a power point there and the warning tones are loud enough to be heard in the passenger compartment.

Overall I was impressed with the system; it’s well made, easy to install and set up. The ability to program several different vehicle configurations will allow you to custom tailor it to suit your needs.

The nVision TPMS retails for $299US and a two-pack of additional sensors is $99.99US. The company’s web site is NVisionSafety.com.

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