97-00 TPMS ?'s
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Racer
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From: Clayton CA
97-00 TPMS ?'s
Does anyone have feedback on using the lower cost TPMS, like Schrader or the Oro? They seem to be available for 1/2 the Delco price.
If I have 2 sets of wheels with TPMS do they have to be reprogramed each time I change? LF etc. will always go to same position.
Can the 97-00 TPMS be programed using any magnet or do they require a tool like the later years?
Thanks for any help, Bill
If I have 2 sets of wheels with TPMS do they have to be reprogramed each time I change? LF etc. will always go to same position.
Can the 97-00 TPMS be programed using any magnet or do they require a tool like the later years?
Thanks for any help, Bill
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I have a 99 so I'd like a definite answer as well on this.
There was a lot of talk about Costco selling #28006 made by Bridgeport-Schrader for $50. I'm pretty certain that Schrader is the OEM for our sensors and a ton of others, so no need to worry about the quality. I'm not a Costco member so I can't confirm this.
The sensors on the C5 are not made wheel specific. You put them on and then follow the owner's manual instructions on how to program them. On the C6, it's a trip to the dealer to program them.
Don't get fooled into buying a special tool. All you need is any magnet strong enough to do the programing. A lot of people use heavy magnets from the backs of old speakers but
I use a bunch of small magnets that I bought in ACE hardware for like $ 2.49.
Jerry
There was a lot of talk about Costco selling #28006 made by Bridgeport-Schrader for $50. I'm pretty certain that Schrader is the OEM for our sensors and a ton of others, so no need to worry about the quality. I'm not a Costco member so I can't confirm this.
The sensors on the C5 are not made wheel specific. You put them on and then follow the owner's manual instructions on how to program them. On the C6, it's a trip to the dealer to program them.
Don't get fooled into buying a special tool. All you need is any magnet strong enough to do the programing. A lot of people use heavy magnets from the backs of old speakers but
I use a bunch of small magnets that I bought in ACE hardware for like $ 2.49.
Jerry
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From what I have seen a generic set of 4 will cost about $300, while an OEM set is about $400
The Schrader-Bridgeport #28006 from what I have seen on the very low end is still $75, with most places selling them only a few dollars less than OEM with some places selling them for more than OEM...
Many people report they work fine...
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I bought 4 of them from Tire Rack at $62 each and they worked with no problems.. I have a 1998 vette with C6 reproduction wheels and no TPMS sensors. When I bought new tires from Discount Tire, I had them install the new TPMS sensors. They used a large magnet while I cycled through each wheel and I was good to go.. A lot cheaper than buying the GM OEM sensors..
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Racer
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From: Clayton CA
Thanks for the replies. I have found the alternatives for the 97-00 TPMS in the $50-60 range. Thats why I asked about feedback.
Any good magnet. Thats a relief.
I don't think the reprogramming will be that tough after the first time.
I really appreciate the feedback. I would rather hear from those that "been there, done that", than run into walls.
Bill
Any good magnet. Thats a relief.
I don't think the reprogramming will be that tough after the first time.
I really appreciate the feedback. I would rather hear from those that "been there, done that", than run into walls.
Bill
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so as far as reprogramming these sensors how does that work. I have a old speaker right here. Do I just put it up to the tire after installing and just press the button on the dash or something to get them to work correctly? Also, will 2001 tpms work on a 97?
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You need to understand how the system works
There are three standards of TPMs; US 97-2000, US 2000-2004 and export.
The Tire pressure monitor sends an RF signal to a receiver which sends the pressure to the PCM. The receiver is shared with the door lock system. The point is that each standard operates at a different frequency so they are not interchangeable.
You need to buy the correct TPMs for your year. If the aftermarket sensors are the correct type for your car - and Costco sell equivalent sensors - then thats great.
Programming is easy. Use any BIG magnet to bump the system into programming mode. The computer then cycles through each corner and if you have the magnet in place it will tell the car which sensor is on which corner. Once programmed, the sensor fires up once the car is moving but is dormant when the car is at rest thereby saving the battery.
HTH
There are three standards of TPMs; US 97-2000, US 2000-2004 and export.
The Tire pressure monitor sends an RF signal to a receiver which sends the pressure to the PCM. The receiver is shared with the door lock system. The point is that each standard operates at a different frequency so they are not interchangeable.
You need to buy the correct TPMs for your year. If the aftermarket sensors are the correct type for your car - and Costco sell equivalent sensors - then thats great.
Programming is easy. Use any BIG magnet to bump the system into programming mode. The computer then cycles through each corner and if you have the magnet in place it will tell the car which sensor is on which corner. Once programmed, the sensor fires up once the car is moving but is dormant when the car is at rest thereby saving the battery.
HTH
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You could upgrade to use the newer style sensors following the information in this link:
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/c5-t...aded-tpms.html
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/c5-t...aded-tpms.html
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The programming procedure:
1. Turn the ignition to ON.
2. Press the RESET button in order to clear any IPC display warning messages.
3. Press and release the OPTIONS button on the DIC to scroll through the display options until the IPC display is blank.
4. Press and hold the DIC RESET button for 3 seconds.
5. Press the OPTIONS button again until the TIRE TRAINING message appears.
6. Press the RESET button until the IPC LEARN L FRONT TIRE message appears in order to begin the programming sequence.
7. Install the J 41760 (Magnet) over the left front valve stem.
8. The horn will sound, indicating the left front TPM sensor is programmed.
Important
If the horn does not sound after 15 seconds, remove then reinstall the TPM sensor programming tool. This procedure may have to be attempted up to three times in some instances.
9. When the horn sounds, proceed to program the next TPM sensor in the following order as directed by the IPC messages:
* LEARN R FRONT TIRE
* LEARN R REAR TIRE
* LEARN L REAR TIRE
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I wouldn't argue. The change occurred sometime in 00 to 01 - but is that model years or calendar years? I have no idea. if your car falls in that band check your VIN and get the correct part # or its an expensive mistake. if you have the actual VIN changeover it would be useful to post it up.
