Tpms
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Racer
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From: Elgin IL
Tpms
Hello All, jeez it's cold.
Shortly I'll be upgrading the wheels and tires on my 2012 GS. Does anyone have a preferred Tire pressure monitor or should i I just go with what Discount Tire is offering ?
Thanks
ron
Shortly I'll be upgrading the wheels and tires on my 2012 GS. Does anyone have a preferred Tire pressure monitor or should i I just go with what Discount Tire is offering ?
Thanks
ron
Melting Slicks
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I replaced my tires at about 5 years. I replaced the TPMS sensors with OEM. I figured that if the originals lasted that long I would continue. Also, my car is bone stock and I chose (paid for) OEM. Others may have other experiences. I kept the old ones and I can replace the batteries and reuse if necessary.
Pro
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The wheels you choose could alter which TPMS sensors you need. Not too many aftermarket wheels will accept the OEM style sensors. I went with band mounted sensors in the center of the wheel when I changed my wheels.
Buy the wheels first, and then figure out what sensors will fit.
If your new wheels have the valve stem on the inside of the wheel, make sure there is clearance on the caliper and top of the steering knuckle before mounting the tires.
Garry
Buy the wheels first, and then figure out what sensors will fit.
If your new wheels have the valve stem on the inside of the wheel, make sure there is clearance on the caliper and top of the steering knuckle before mounting the tires.
Garry
Last edited by Garry in AZ; Jan 18, 2016 at 07:25 PM.
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2012 tmps's, just install the old OEM to the new rims; using new Rubber TMPS seals.
The TPMS batteries will last around 6 years min, and some have lasted up to 8 years on cars not driving much instead.
As for the after market TPMS, the down fall to them is the batteries only a last a few years, and they have to be replaced again.
The TPMS batteries will last around 6 years min, and some have lasted up to 8 years on cars not driving much instead.
As for the after market TPMS, the down fall to them is the batteries only a last a few years, and they have to be replaced again.
Last edited by Dano523; Jan 19, 2016 at 07:14 PM.
I have two sets of wheels, one from 2006 and one from 2007 and all the sensors are working fine. If the sensors are currently working on the car, then just transfer them over.
Burning Brakes
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If you need a set of OEM sensors, I have a set for sale from my 2012 that were removed in 2014 at 1,600 miles and 1 1/2 years of use. (Long story, but I bought my car from an estate with just over 1,000 miles on it. It had sat undriven for almost a year, hence the miles/time.) You can always PM me if you're interested.
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Racer
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If you need a set of OEM sensors, I have a set for sale from my 2012 that were removed in 2014 at 1,600 miles and 1 1/2 years of use. (Long story, but I bought my car from an estate with just over 1,000 miles on it. It had sat undriven for almost a year, hence the miles/time.) You can always PM me if you're interested.
reb1848@sbcglobal.net or 847 915 0094
thanks
Ron
Last edited by Ron Bellack; Jan 20, 2016 at 08:51 PM.
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I had a 2003 C5 that still had the originals when I got rid of it in 2012 ... so they lasted 9 years and were still good. That car had about 120,000 miles on it.
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I had one replaced and made the mistake of not asking to see the new one first. It didn't match the others. Bottom line is be sure you are also happy with the cosmetics of the new one.....chrome....black...etc.