TPMS changeover DIY???

CptSlow · 03-10-2012, 09:09 PM

Anyone have a DIY to switch '11 TPMS from OEM 18's to aftermarket 19's?

Yes, I searched, none came up.

M3SQRD · 03-10-2012, 09:18 PM

I believe the sensor itself needs to be changed because, although they both transmit at the same frequency (433 MHz), the signal that's transmitted is different. The tire has to be partially dismounted from the wheel to be able to remove the sensor.

**ben@tirerack** · 03-12-2012, 08:37 AM

dbarnes is right, it is only a DIY operation if you are able to unseat and re-seat the tire bead. The sensor is mounted underneath the tire.

When taking a sensor out and re-installing it, you should get a rebuild kit for the valve stem to ensure an air-tight seal. Rebuild kits are not expensive, generally about $5 each. We have them available for $4.50 each.

03-10-2012, 09:09 PM	#1
CptSlow First Lieutenant 4 Rep 326 Posts Drives: 2014 Porsche Cayman S Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Atlanta iTrader: (2)	TPMS changeover DIY??? Anyone have a DIY to switch '11 TPMS from OEM 18's to aftermarket 19's? Yes, I searched, none came up. __________________ 2014 Porsche Cayman S 2013 E82 135is DCT (SOLD) 2011 E92 M3 (SOLD) 6MT 2011 E82 128i STEP (wife's car) 2007 E92 335i (SOLD) 6MT
	Appreciate 0 Tweet Quote

03-10-2012, 09:18 PM	#2
M3SQRD Colonel 24 Rep 2,483 Posts Drives: E92 M3s,R56 CooperS,F22 228iX Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: EC iTrader: (2)	I believe the sensor itself needs to be changed because, although they both transmit at the same frequency (433 MHz), the signal that's transmitted is different. The tire has to be partially dismounted from the wheel to be able to remove the sensor.
	Appreciate 0 Quote

03-12-2012, 08:37 AM	#3
ben@tirerack M3Post Supporting Vendor 18 Rep 892 Posts Drives: 740i Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: South Bend, IN iTrader: (0)	dbarnes is right, it is only a DIY operation if you are able to unseat and re-seat the tire bead. The sensor is mounted underneath the tire. When taking a sensor out and re-installing it, you should get a rebuild kit for the valve stem to ensure an air-tight seal. Rebuild kits are not expensive, generally about $5 each. We have them available for $4.50 each. __________________ _______________________________________________ To credit the forum, click through one of the banners in my signature and the top of the page, or call me direct at 877.522.8473 ext 660. Email:ben@tirerack.com
	Appreciate 0 Quote

Thread Tools	Search this Thread
Show Printable Version Email this Page	Search this Thread: Advanced Search