In most cases, the TPMS light resets after you inflate all tires to the recommended cold pressures and drive at highway speeds for about 10 minutes to relearn. If the light remains, you can perform a manual recalibration using the car’s settings (and potentially a dedicated TPMS reset switch if your trim includes one), then drive to complete the relearn. This guide explains both methods and what to check if the light won’t reset.
Understanding the TPMS in the 2016 Civic
The Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) monitors air pressure in each wheel. A drop in pressure triggers the warning light. After you correct tire pressures or rotate tires, the system may need to relearn which sensors are in use. If a tire is replaced or a sensor is swapped, a recalibration is typically required for accurate monitoring.
Automatic relearn by driving
Use these steps to perform the standard automatic relearn after correcting tire pressures.
- Check all tire pressures with a reliable gauge and inflate each tire to the cold-pressure specification printed on the driver’s door jamb sticker (don’t rely on pressure readings after driving). Include the spare if your model requires it for TPMS calibration.
- With the car parked and the engine running, drive smoothly at a steady highway speed of about 40–50 mph for around 10 minutes. The TPMS relearn typically occurs during this sustained driving.
- If the TPMS light goes out during or after this drive, the relearn is complete. If it stays on, proceed to the manual calibration method below.
Concluding: Automatic relearn works for most cases once tire pressures are corrected. If the light remains on, you’ll want to try a manual calibration or consult a professional.
Manual TPMS calibration via vehicle settings (and reset switch, if equipped)
Some 2016 Civics offer a TPMS calibration or relearn option in the vehicle’s settings, which provides a manual path to reprogram the system. If your trim supports it, this method can be more reliable after tire changes or sensor replacement.
- Access the TPMS calibration option: on most trims, navigate to Settings > Vehicle > TPMS Calibration or Relearn. If you don’t see this option, look for a TPMS or Tire menu under Vehicle Settings or within the instrument cluster’s setup screens.
- Select Calibrate or Relearn, confirm if prompted, and exit the menu.
- Drive at a steady speed (typically 30–50 mph) for about 10 minutes to complete the relearn. The indicator light should reset once the sensors are recognized.
- If your Civic has a dedicated TPMS reset button (often located under the left side of the dash near the hood release), you can use it by turning the ignition to ON (engine off), pressing and holding the button until the TPMS light begins to flash, then releasing and driving to complete the relearn. Not all trims include this button, so check your owner’s manual.
Concluding: If the TPMS light remains after attempting calibration or using a reset switch, the issue may be a faulty sensor, damaged valve stem, or a tire with a slow leak. A dealership or qualified tire shop can diagnose and reprogram sensors if needed.
Summary
Resetting the TPMS on a 2016 Honda Civic usually happens automatically after inflating all tires to the specified cold pressures and driving at highway speeds for about 10 minutes. If the light stays on, try the vehicle’s TPMS calibration option in Settings (and a reset switch if your trim has one). If issues persist, seek professional service to check for faulty sensors or leaks.