Inflate all four tires to the recommended cold pressures shown on the door jamb and drive at highway speeds for a short period to allow the Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) to relearn. Some trims offer a manual TPMS reset button you can use to initiate the relearn process. The exact method can vary by trim, so consult the owner's manual for your specific Civic.
Understanding TPMS in the 2014 Civic
The 2014 Honda Civic uses a Tire Pressure Monitoring System to alert you when a tire is underinflated. After inflating tires or rotating them, the system may relearn automatically, or you may need to perform a manual reset depending on trim level and equipment. Always verify procedures in the owner’s manual for your exact model.
Automatic relearn: Inflate to spec and drive
Note on pressures and drive time
To maximize the chance of a successful automatic relearn, ensure each tire is inflated to its recommended cold pressure, and plan for a highway-style drive to complete the relearn cycle.
- Check all four tires (and the spare if recommended by your manual) and confirm they are cold and within a few psi of the door-jamb specifications written on the placard.
- Inflate or adjust each tire to the exact recommended cold pressure. Do not rely on readings taken after driving, since heat raises tire pressure.
- Turn the ignition to ON with the engine off and verify the instrument cluster is functioning normally (no need to start the engine).
- Drive at a steady speed of about 50 mph (80 km/h) or higher for roughly 10 minutes. The TPMS should relearn and the warning light should turn off when complete.
If the light remains on after the highway drive, recheck pressures and repeat the process. If issues persist, there may be a leak or a fault in a sensor.
Manual relearn: Using the TPMS button (if equipped)
Locating and using the reset button
Some 2014 Civics include a dedicated TPMS Learn or “SET” button. If your trim has this button, you can manually initiate the relearn. Button location varies by trim and model: common spots include the glove box area, center console, or dash near the steering wheel. If you cannot locate it, refer to the Owner’s Manual or contact a Honda dealer.
- Verify all tires are inflated to the recommended cold pressure as shown on the door-jamb placard.
- Turn the ignition to ON (engine off). Do not start the engine.
- Press and hold the TPMS Learn/SET button until the dashboard TPMS indicator blinks slowly (or as described in your manual), then release.
- Drive at a steady speed of about 50 mph (80 km/h) or higher for about 10 minutes to complete the relearn. The TPMS light should go out once the relearn succeeds.
Note: If your Civic lacks a TPMS Learn button, or the light does not extinguish after attempting manual relearn, there may be a sensor fault or tire leak. A dealership or tire shop can diagnose and service TPMS sensors.
What to do if the light stays on or reappears
First, recheck all tire pressures to ensure they match the door-jamb specification. If pressures are correct and the light remains, you may have a faulty sensor or another TPMS issue. Seek diagnostic help from a Honda service center or a qualified tire professional.
Summary
Resetting the TPMS on a 2014 Honda Civic can be automatic or manual, depending on trim. The most universal approach is to inflate tires to the recommended cold pressures and drive at highway speeds for about 10 minutes to allow a relearn. If your trim includes a TPMS Learn button, you can perform a manual relearn by following the button procedure and then driving to finalize the process. Always consult the owner’s manual for your specific trim to confirm the exact steps and button locations.