TPMS No Workie Problem
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TPMS No Workie Problem
The TPMS for my right front tire does not register on my DIC display. The others work fine. I took it to my local shop to replace it, but they said my TPMS did not show up on they’re scanner. They change these all the time and have done this service on my other car.
So any thoughts on why the ‘04 Vette isn’t playing with their device?
So any thoughts on why the ‘04 Vette isn’t playing with their device?
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FWIW
I bought the Schrader brand sensors along with the tires from tirerack when I had my tires installed last spring. I had a bit of problems getting the TPMS to read the new sensors and stacked a few strong neodymium rare earth magnets together to increase the magnetic field. Once I did that the normal registering went well. I guess I just needed stronger field? Just throwing that out there...
May the force be with you.
I bought the Schrader brand sensors along with the tires from tirerack when I had my tires installed last spring. I had a bit of problems getting the TPMS to read the new sensors and stacked a few strong neodymium rare earth magnets together to increase the magnetic field. Once I did that the normal registering went well. I guess I just needed stronger field? Just throwing that out there...
May the force be with you.
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Having a similar problem.
TPMS display is blank (not xxx) on one tire. Have had xxx before when TPMS battery shot.
Recently had the battery go flat and had to jump start. Ok now with same battery.
Think I need a relearn or any other ideas?
TPMS display is blank (not xxx) on one tire. Have had xxx before when TPMS battery shot.
Recently had the battery go flat and had to jump start. Ok now with same battery.
Think I need a relearn or any other ideas?
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The relearning part was what my mechanic was concerned about, since his scanner wasn’t communicating with the TPMS. At this point I’m tempted to just have them all changed and roll the dice.
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There's no need to communicate with the RDLR / RFA module to relearn tire sensors. Your guy doesn't know this system - all GM stuff is easily serviceable without any scan tools.
You just need new sensors. And yes, I'd replace all 4 now.
Here's a set of 4 for $70 that are compatible. ( )
These are newer style sensors and will need to be triggered during relearn with a TPMS tool. Your guy will probably be able to do this for you, or you can buy a cheap one here. ( )
You just need new sensors. And yes, I'd replace all 4 now.
Here's a set of 4 for $70 that are compatible. ( )
These are newer style sensors and will need to be triggered during relearn with a TPMS tool. Your guy will probably be able to do this for you, or you can buy a cheap one here. ( )
