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B287A

Tire Pressure System Fault

B287A is an OBD-II diagnostic trouble code meaning: Tire Pressure System Fault. Common causes: low tpms battery, tpms sensor damage. Estimated repair cost: $56–167.

Severity
⚠️ Medium
Can you drive?
Limited driving only, diagnose soon
Approx. repair cost
$56–167 (est.)

Symptoms

  • The tire pressure indicator on the dashboard is on
  • No tire pressure data on display
  • False low pressure warnings

Causes

  • Low TPMS Battery
  • TPMS sensor damage
  • Open or short circuit in wiring harness
  • TPMS Receiver Module Malfunction
  • Software glitch in the system

How to Fix

  1. Check tire pressure and inflate if necessary
  2. Diagnose the status of TPMS sensors using a scanner
  3. Replace batteries or TPMS sensors if necessary
  4. Check the integrity of the wiring harness
  5. Reflash or replace the receiving module if necessary

Related codes

B287BB287CB287D

FAQ

What does the B287A code mean?

B287A is an OBD-II diagnostic trouble code that indicates: Tire Pressure System Fault

What causes a B287A error code?

The most common causes of B287A include: Low TPMS Battery; TPMS sensor damage; Open or short circuit in wiring harness; TPMS Receiver Module Malfunction.

How do I fix a B287A diagnostic trouble code?

To fix B287A: Check tire pressure and inflate if necessary. Diagnose the status of TPMS sensors using a scanner. Replace batteries or TPMS sensors if necessary. For a complete diagnosis, use an OBD-II scanner.

Is it safe to drive with B287A?

Limited driving only, diagnose soon

How much does it cost to fix B287A?

The estimated repair cost for B287A is $56–167. Actual cost depends on your vehicle, location, and labor rates.

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