C6 TPMS for C5?
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C6 TPMS for C5?
In upgrading the C5 TPMS, can you use one from a C6?
I have a 2000 model and can’t seem to find the “upgrade” to the 2001-2004 TPMS. So I’m wondering if I could use one from a C6?
Thanks!
I have a 2000 model and can’t seem to find the “upgrade” to the 2001-2004 TPMS. So I’m wondering if I could use one from a C6?
Thanks!
Burning Brakes
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You'll need a reciever from a 2001-2004, new TPMSs from 01-04 (readily available) and new key fobs for 01-04 (rediculously cheap). If you haven't already done the reciever, you'll need a new pigtail for wiring up the new reciever. I bought my reciever at an online salvage yard for $50. Could not be happier with the upgrade.
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Burning Brakes
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It cost me $70 for the receiver and the wiring. I installed it myself. My TPMS sensors were weak, so I had to replace them anyway. The newer ones are cheaper than the older ones. And two key fobs were $8.
I could have spent the 80 or 90 for a new fob, and bought the new TPMS sensors. I chose to upgrade the receiver
I could have spent the 80 or 90 for a new fob, and bought the new TPMS sensors. I chose to upgrade the receiver
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Instructor
Joined: Apr 2006
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From: Willis, Texas
You'll need a reciever from a 2001-2004, new TPMSs from 01-04 (readily available) and new key fobs for 01-04 (rediculously cheap). If you haven't already done the reciever, you'll need a new pigtail for wiring up the new reciever. I bought my reciever at an online salvage yard for $50. Could not be happier with the upgrade.
Thanks!
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From: Willis, Texas
There has been problems with the remotes for a long time and I'm starting to get intermittent "Service TPMS" on my DIC. I figured it would be a good time to do it, if I can find a receiver. I had an 05 C6 back in 2008. I really liked how it could detect me and unlock the doors and then lock them when there was no FOB detected. I thought it would be great if I could use one from a C6, since it was a C5.5 LOL. It only crossed my mind to do it when I couldn't find a new 01-04 Receiver.
Last edited by Apostle; Mar 5, 2019 at 01:06 PM.
Thread Starter
Instructor
Joined: Apr 2006
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From: Willis, Texas
It cost me $70 for the receiver and the wiring. I installed it myself. My TPMS sensors were weak, so I had to replace them anyway. The newer ones are cheaper than the older ones. And two key fobs were $8.
I could have spent the 80 or 90 for a new fob, and bought the new TPMS sensors. I chose to upgrade the receiver
I could have spent the 80 or 90 for a new fob, and bought the new TPMS sensors. I chose to upgrade the receiver
Thanks!
Burning Brakes
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From: Newark Delaware
I browsed the online salvage yards and found one. The ebay ones are picey. also, check craigslist for people parting out their cars and/or post a WTB in the forum parts section. You'll find one for the right price if you're patient. They are not hard to install if you are at all mechanically inclined.
Burning Brakes
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From: Miami
www.tpms.com also sells them. I have the Schraders and they work excellent, and are compatible with the magnet relearn procedure.
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www.tpms.com also sells them. I have the Schraders and they work excellent, and are compatible with the magnet relearn procedure.
Drifting
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Three wires, all the colors match and takes no more than 15 minutes to change it out... New tire sensors for the upgraded receiver at Amazon for $43.08 each.
Last edited by bc6152; Mar 6, 2019 at 10:22 AM.