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[alrats1971]

Quote: Originally Posted by IanT (original)

May be a silly question but had you ever checked the tyre that was underinflated (as you say the car was new)? It may have been delivered underinflated and the cold snap took a few pounds of pressure out which triggered the alarm. Alternatively there could have been a small amount of dirt in the valve which allowed a slow deflation. You could try putting some air in and then releasing some of it to blow out any dirt and then re-inflate to correct pressure so that you were sure the valve was seating properly. If it is still a problem and there is no obvious damage I would take it back and ask for a new tyre.

This is what I was wondering, too. It didn't even occur to me to check anything on the car the day I got it, since I bought it new from the dealer. You'd think they would have checked everything before having it leave the lot, but maybe not. Or maybe it is a slow leak & just took a month to get down that far. I've got it back up to 33 again & will check it every couple of days, so we'll see how it goes.

Oh, AND, I found the label on the door frame. I was totally looking in obscure places thinking it would be a small hidden thing, and didn't even think to check the most obvious spot. Can't believe I didn't notice it, it sticks out like a sore thumb!