The tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) on a 2018 Honda CR‑V can be reset by either recalibrating the TPMS through the vehicle’s settings or by performing a highway relearn after inflating the tires to the recommended pressures.
In most cases, inflating all tires to the recommended pressures shown on the door jamb placard and driving on a highway at a steady speed will allow the system to relearn automatically. If your trim supports it, using the TPMS Calibration option in the instrument cluster provides a definitive reset, but the steps can vary by display type.
Method 1: Calibrate TPMS via the vehicle settings
Use this method if your CR‑V display includes a TPMS calibration option in the vehicle settings. This procedure retrains the sensors through the onboard system.
- Turn the ignition to ON with the engine off (ready position is acceptable in most trims).
- Use the steering wheel buttons to navigate to Settings or Vehicle Settings on the instrument panel or infotainment screen.
- Select TPMS Calibration (or TPMS Calibration/Reset) and choose Calibrate.
- Confirm the calibration instruction. The TPMS light may flash during the process and then go steady or turn off once calibration is complete.
- Drive on a highway at 50 mph (80 km/h) or faster for at least 10 minutes to complete the relearn.
After completing the calibration and highway drive, the system should recognize the tires at the proper pressures and the warning light should stabilize or shut off.
Method 2: Highway relearn (driving to relearn)
If your model doesn’t show a TPMS Calibration option, or you prefer a straightforward relearn, use this highway-driven method after ensuring all tires are inflated to the correct pressures.
- Inflate all tires to the recommended pressures shown on the door jamb placard or owner’s manual.
- Start the engine and drive on a highway at 50 mph (80 km/h) or higher.
- Maintain a steady speed for 10–15 minutes to allow the sensors to relearn their positions.
- Observe the TPMS indicator: it should stop blinking and stay off once the relearn is complete.
- If the light remains on after a long highway run, consider inspecting tires for slow leaks or consulting a tire shop, as a sensor or valve stem issue could be involved.
This method relies on proper tire pressures and consistent highway speeds to retrain the system without accessing the calibration menu.
When the TPMS light won’t reset
If the indicator persists after both calibration and highway relearn attempts, there may be a faulty TPMS sensor, a damaged valve stem, or a tire with a slow leak. Check each tire for proper inflation, inspect for punctures or leaks, and consider having the sensors tested or replaced by a dealer or qualified tire technician.
Summary
Resetting the TPMS on a 2018 CR‑V can be done through the built‑in calibration function in the vehicle’s settings or by performing a highway relearn after ensuring all tires are inflated to the correct pressures. If issues persist, professional inspection of the TPMS sensors and valve stems is recommended to ensure accurate tire pressure monitoring.