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Feb 22, 2010 | 07:10 PM

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Originally Posted by cclive

Bob, are we sure that you can't use these new sensors on an earlier model?

Chris, I'm not positive, but almost!

I've had a number of different sensors used on various GM vehicles, and I've tried to program them into my C6 TPMS - but no luck.

Here's info from Gene Culley's website (gmpartshouse.com):

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C6 Tire Pressure Sensors

2010 +
15268606 – Tire pressure sensor - $41.28 each
15234846 – Tire pressure sensor nut - $3.73 each

Total set of 4 nuts and 4 sensors $197.68 shipped.

Note: The sensor comes with the washer and valve stem cap.
Setup includes: 4 sensors, 4 washers/o-rings, 4 caps and 4 nuts.

2005 – 2009

25758220 – Tire pressure sensor – $57.21 each
15234846 – Tire pressure sensor nut – $3.73 each

Total set of 4 nuts and 4 sensors $267.65 shipped.

Note: The sensor comes with the washer and valve stem cap.
Setup includes: 4 sensors, 4 washers/o-rings, 4 caps and 4 nuts.

The 2010 sensors are the same ones used on other GM vehicles (I think Malibu, Escalade, Tahoe, some Pontiacs and Cadilacs) and I think it's green in color. I believe I had one of those a couple of years ago, and just like all others, it wouldn't work with my 2005 or 2006 C6.

The list of RPO codes in the glove compartment of the car has a code for the TPMS computer in the car - which is part of the RCDLR module (Remote Control Door Lock Receiver). A 2005 to 2009 C6 built for the U.S. has a code of UJ9 (a Euro spec car has a UH3). Do a search for the 2010 Corvette Order Guide which has the RPO codes for all standard and optional items, and you'll see that the 2010 has a UJM TPMS.

So.....I'm not certain, but about 99% positive that 2005-2009 sensors won't work in the 2010, and 2010 sensors won't work in the earlier C6 model years.

The 2010 sensors are cheaper, and they don't need a tool - better deal all around!!!

Bob

Feb 22, 2010 | 08:19 PM

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Interesting info Bob, thanks. Mine is indeed UJ9. Do you know if the new sensors are able to be activated by the tool?...as in my scenario of the extra wheels when they are off the car.....I very much like the idea of being able to verify the operation of a sensor even when there is no car around.

Feb 22, 2010 | 11:37 PM

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Originally Posted by cclive

Yes Chris, I'm almost certain that the RF transmission from a tool will trigger the sensors as well.

Even if it didn't, you could still do some diagnostics. C5 sensors could only be triggered with a magnet (BTW, I'm sure you know that the "U-shaped" area on the bottom of your TIPS tool is a magnet for sensors such as the C5 ones). Below is a video where I'm testing some C5 sensors before I put them up for sale in the C5 section.

You could do the same with your TIPS tool - just activate the tool, then trigger the sensor with the magnet. If the sensor transmits, the tool will pick up the transmission to let you know the sensor is working.

Same thing with the delta pressure method. You could activate your tool, let air out of the tire to trigger the sensor, and if the sensor is working your tool will pick up the transmission and give you some lights and beeps.

A tool with a screen may give a little more info (in the video below I'm checking an icon on the screen that indicates signal/battery strength), but on your TIPS tool if the 315 mHz light illuminates and you get a beep then the sensor transmitted and is working okay.

Bob

Feb 23, 2010 | 12:09 AM

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Better than an episode of Top Gear! So now I'm going to be lurking around looking for a 2010 Vette to test....
Thanks for the info Bob....

Feb 24, 2010 | 09:36 AM

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Liz, I have the reset tool. We can try it before you buy one if you want.

Feb 26, 2010 | 05:34 PM

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Will 06-09 sensors work on an 05? I was told they are different.

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Feb 26, 2010 | 09:26 PM

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Originally Posted by ccajun4real

Will 06-09 sensors work on an 05? I was told they are different.

Cajun

They will work!

2005 thru 2009 use the same sensors - GM Part# 25758220

In the very early 2005 there was a different sensor, but they have been superceded by the part# above.

If you have a very early '05 which was built before about Sept 2004, then you may have the old original sensors. Those original sensors could be triggered with a magnet (did not need the tool that transmits a radio frequency). You can't get those sensors any more, but the part# above works with any 2005 TPMS computer in the car.

If your 2005 was built after about Sept 2004 they would have the same part# listed above.

So.....2005 to 2009 C6s use the above part# sensor; the 2010 C6 uses a different sensor. They aren't interchangeable.

Bob

Mar 26, 2010 | 03:37 PM

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UPDATE: My friend Chris (Stangkiller) put a new redtop in my car for me last weekend and headed to the tire place to see if they could reset the sensor.

And within about 2 miles, it reset on its own!