C0077
Low Tire Pressure
Causes
- Actual low tire pressure (slow leak, puncture, valve core leak)
- Rapid ambient temperature drop causing pressure loss
- Damaged or corroded valve stem or sensor
- Failed TPMS sensor (dead battery or internal fault)
- Sensor not learned/recognized after wheel service or rotation
- Faulty TPMS control module or antenna (RF receiver)
Symptoms
- TPMS warning lamp or dashboard low-pressure message illuminated
- One or more tires visibly low or soft to touch
- Reduced fuel economy or changed vehicle handling if pressure is severely low
- Tire pressure readouts missing or showing incorrect values on dash/scan tool
- Intermittent warning after temperature change or after driving at speed
What to check
- Visually inspect all tires (including spare) for punctures, cuts, nails, tears and proper seating
- Measure cold tire pressures with a calibrated gauge and compare to placard values
- Use a TPMS-capable scan tool to read sensor IDs, pressure, temperature, battery status and stored DTCs
- Check for recent tire service, rotation or replacement (sensors may not have been relearned)
- Inspect valve stems and sensor hardware for damage or corrosion
- Verify TPMS module/antenna power and CAN communication (scan tool data, bus errors)
Signal parameters
- Sensor RF frequency: typically 315 MHz or 433 MHz (manufacturer-specific)
- Sensor battery voltage: ~3.0 V nominal (reported by some sensors)
- Tire pressure value: psi or kPa per wheel (live telemetry)
- Sensor ID (unique RF serial) and last-seen timestamp
- CAN bus PID/parameter for TPMS data (module-to-cluster messages)
- RSSI or signal quality indicator from each sensor
Diagnostic algorithm
- Step 1 — Safety and initial inspection: Park on level ground, chock wheels, measure and record cold pressure for all tires (including spare).
- Step 2 — If any tire is low: inspect for puncture/slow leak, repair or replace tire as required, inflate to recommended pressure and recheck after 24 hours to confirm no slow leak.
- Step 3 — Scan for DTCs: connect TPMS-capable scan tool, read C0077 plus any related codes, note missing sensor IDs or low battery statuses.
- Step 4 — Verify sensor RF: use scan tool or TPMS activation tool at each wheel to confirm sensor transmits ID, pressure and battery info. Replace sensor if no transmission or battery low.
- Step 5 — Inspect valve/sensor hardware and rim: remove wheel if needed to check sensor mounting, valve core, nut torque and for physical damage/corrosion. Replace faulty components.
- Step 6 — Check module/antenna and wiring: verify power/ground, CAN communication and antenna connections at TPMS module. Repair wiring or connectors as required.
- Step 7 — Relearn/program sensors: if sensors were replaced or wheels refitted, perform relearn/initialization per vehicle procedure so module recognizes sensor IDs.
- Step 8 — Clear codes and validate: clear DTCs, reset TPMS warning, drive vehicle or perform relearn routine until system shows all sensors and pressures normal. Re-scan to confirm no reoccurrence.
- Step 9 — If problem persists: perform deeper network diagnostics (check for CAN errors, module replacement) or consult manufacturer service information for vehicle-specific tests.
Likely causes
- One tire underinflated due to slow leak or puncture
- TPMS sensor battery at end of life or sensor failure
- Sensor removed or not reprogrammed after tire service
- Intermittent RF reception/antenna fault or wiring/CAN issue
Fault status
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C0077
Low Tire Pressure (Subfault)
Causes
- Actual low tire pressure (slow leak, puncture, valve core leak)
- Rapid ambient temperature drop causing pressure loss
- Damaged or corroded valve stem or sensor
- Failed TPMS sensor (dead battery or internal fault)
- Sensor not learned/recognized after wheel service or rotation
- Faulty TPMS control module or antenna (RF receiver)
Symptoms
- TPMS warning lamp or dashboard low-pressure message illuminated
- One or more tires visibly low or soft to touch
- Reduced fuel economy or changed vehicle handling if pressure is severely low
- Tire pressure readouts missing or showing incorrect values on dash/scan tool
- Intermittent warning after temperature change or after driving at speed
What to check
- Visually inspect all tires (including spare) for punctures, cuts, nails, tears and proper seating
- Measure cold tire pressures with a calibrated gauge and compare to placard values
- Use a TPMS-capable scan tool to read sensor IDs, pressure, temperature, battery status and stored DTCs
- Check for recent tire service, rotation or replacement (sensors may not have been relearned)
- Inspect valve stems and sensor hardware for damage or corrosion
- Verify TPMS module/antenna power and CAN communication (scan tool data, bus errors)
Signal parameters
- Sensor RF frequency: typically 315 MHz or 433 MHz (manufacturer-specific)
- Sensor battery voltage: ~3.0 V nominal (reported by some sensors)
- Tire pressure value: psi or kPa per wheel (live telemetry)
- Sensor ID (unique RF serial) and last-seen timestamp
- CAN bus PID/parameter for TPMS data (module-to-cluster messages)
- RSSI or signal quality indicator from each sensor
Diagnostic algorithm
- Step 1 — Safety and initial inspection: Park on level ground, chock wheels, measure and record cold pressure for all tires (including spare).
- Step 2 — If any tire is low: inspect for puncture/slow leak, repair or replace tire as required, inflate to recommended pressure and recheck after 24 hours to confirm no slow leak.
- Step 3 — Scan for DTCs: connect TPMS-capable scan tool, read C0077 plus any related codes, note missing sensor IDs or low battery statuses.
- Step 4 — Verify sensor RF: use scan tool or TPMS activation tool at each wheel to confirm sensor transmits ID, pressure and battery info. Replace sensor if no transmission or battery low.
- Step 5 — Inspect valve/sensor hardware and rim: remove wheel if needed to check sensor mounting, valve core, nut torque and for physical damage/corrosion. Replace faulty components.
- Step 6 — Check module/antenna and wiring: verify power/ground, CAN communication and antenna connections at TPMS module. Repair wiring or connectors as required.
- Step 7 — Relearn/program sensors: if sensors were replaced or wheels refitted, perform relearn/initialization per vehicle procedure so module recognizes sensor IDs.
- Step 8 — Clear codes and validate: clear DTCs, reset TPMS warning, drive vehicle or perform relearn routine until system shows all sensors and pressures normal. Re-scan to confirm no reoccurrence.
- Step 9 — If problem persists: perform deeper network diagnostics (check for CAN errors, module replacement) or consult manufacturer service information for vehicle-specific tests.
Likely causes
- One tire underinflated due to slow leak or puncture
- TPMS sensor battery at end of life or sensor failure
- Sensor removed or not reprogrammed after tire service
- Intermittent RF reception/antenna fault or wiring/CAN issue
Fault status
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