Inflate all four tires to the pressures shown on the driver’s door jamb placard, then reset the TPMS using the reset button if your car has one, or drive at highway speed to allow the system to relearn. This process is typically quick and can be completed in under 20 minutes.
The 2013 Honda Civic uses a Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) to alert you when a tire is under-inflated. A reset may be needed after tire rotations, after adjusting inflation, or if a sensor has been replaced. There are two common paths depending on whether the vehicle is equipped with a dedicated TPMS reset switch. The following sections lay out both approaches and practical tips to ensure the system relearns correctly.
With a TPMS reset button (if your Civic has one)
Use this path when your Civic has a dedicated TPMS reset switch. The steps below guide you through the manual relearn process.
- Check and inflate all tires to the recommended pressures listed on the driver’s door jamb placard.
- Turn the ignition to ON with the engine off.
- Locate and press and hold the TPMS reset button until the tire pressure monitor light (TPMS) blinks once or twice, then release. The exact blink pattern can vary by model year, but a blink typically indicates the reset mode is active.
- Start the engine and drive at about 50 mph (80 km/h) or faster for roughly 10 minutes to complete the relearn cycle.
- Observe the TPMS light: it should go off after a successful relearn. If it stays on, repeat the steps once more or check tire pressures for accuracy.
Aftercare: If the light persists after a second attempt, re-check tire pressures, ensure no tire is over- or under-inflated, and confirm there isn’t a damaged sensor or valve stem. Faulty sensors or a flat battery in a sensor can prevent a successful reset.
If there is no TPMS reset button (automatic relearn)
Some 2013 Civics do not have a dedicated reset switch. In these cases, the system typically relearns automatically once tires are properly inflated and the vehicle is driven at highway speeds for a certain period.
- Ensure all tires are inflated to the pressures listed on the door jamb placard.
- Start the engine and drive smoothly at highway speeds (around 50 mph/80 km/h or higher) for about 10–15 minutes to allow the system to relearn.
- During this drive, the TPMS indicator may blink briefly as the system recalibrates, then should remain off once the relearn completes.
- If the light returns after the drive, recheck tire pressures again and consider repeating the highway-speed drive or scheduling a sensor check if the problem persists.
Additional notes: If you recently rotated tires, replaced a sensor, or repaired a flat, you may need a longer relearn period or a professional scan to confirm sensor IDs match the wheels. Some dealers can initiate a TPMS relearn with a scan tool if needed.
Summary
Resetting the TPMS on a 2013 Honda Civic is straightforward: ensure proper tire pressures, use the TPMS reset button if equipped and follow the on-screen prompts, or rely on a highway-speed relearn if there is no reset button. If the warning light remains after these steps, inspect tires and sensors for faults, and consider a professional diagnostic if necessary. Keeping tires inflated to the recommended pressures helps prevent TPMS issues in the future.