How to Troubleshoot a Roadgear Tire Gauge

The Roadgear tire gauge is a digital gauge designed for use with bicycle tires. The gauge provides precise measurements of the pressure (psi) in the inner tube of the tire. If the Roadgear tire gauge is not working properly you will not get an accurate psi reading, which can lead to damaged rims and tires at least, and injury at worst.

Things You'll Need

  • Toothpicks
  • Can of compressed air
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Instructions

    • 1

      Open the back of the Roadgear gauge and remove the batteries. Check that the batteries have been placed in the holder according to the positive and negative settings on the battery housing. Close the gauge and try the unit again.

    • 2

      Inspect both the valve on the gauge and the valve on the bicycle wheel. Look for debris, small pebbles or grit blocking one of the valves, thus negating the efficacy of the gauge. Use a toothpick to pick out any grit or debris. Try the gauge again.

    • 3

      Blow compressed air over the gauge valve and the tire valve to further clear any debris from the valves. Try the gauge again.