TPMS hell!!!
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Heel & Toe
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TPMS hell!!!
Long story short, I ended up replacing all the TPMS sensors on the car. When I went to another mechanic to get them programmed, the left side of the car would "activate" while the right side of the car would not.
We tried all types of ways. I started with LF. Tool found it, beeped, horned sounded. Went to RF and nothing.
Started with LR. Tool found it, beeped, horn sound, went to LF, got same. Go to RF and nothing.
Started with RF, nothing.
Started with RR, nothing.
All the sensors are OEM. Can't figure out why it wouldn't program the right side at all. I'm getting sick of seeing tire pressure sensor message on display!
Also, above 80 the car is trying to dart left or right...after reading the forums, this seems to be an alignment issue. I'll look into that once I can get the sensors programmed!
We tried all types of ways. I started with LF. Tool found it, beeped, horned sounded. Went to RF and nothing.
Started with LR. Tool found it, beeped, horn sound, went to LF, got same. Go to RF and nothing.
Started with RF, nothing.
Started with RR, nothing.
All the sensors are OEM. Can't figure out why it wouldn't program the right side at all. I'm getting sick of seeing tire pressure sensor message on display!
Also, above 80 the car is trying to dart left or right...after reading the forums, this seems to be an alignment issue. I'll look into that once I can get the sensors programmed!
Safety Car
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Got to be a sensible solution for this. Swapping sensors back and forth would get old fast !!! I usually don't like taking anything to a legitimate GM dealer either....but maybe try that if your not using one already.
Le Mans Master
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Sometimes a TPMS sensor can be fussy to get into Learn mode. The coil inside the sensor has to receive enough energy from the relearn tool to power the sensor.
The angle and position of the tool antenna and the rotation position of the wheel will have an effect. The usual advice is to position the tool at the sidewall adjacent to the stem rather than the valve stem itself.
I would start by just trying to program them again. If a sensor doesn't want to cooperate, drive forward a couple feet and try again.
The angle and position of the tool antenna and the rotation position of the wheel will have an effect. The usual advice is to position the tool at the sidewall adjacent to the stem rather than the valve stem itself.
I would start by just trying to program them again. If a sensor doesn't want to cooperate, drive forward a couple feet and try again.
Burning Brakes
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St. Jude Donor '15
Not sure if this will apply, but one time I took my car to Costco to have the TPMS set. They struggled for about an hour until they figured out that another nearby car was causing interference. They drove it out to the parking lot away from another vehicle and was done a couple of minutes later.
Drifting
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I don't think you mentioned a year. Post #2 in this thread describes the model years and part numbers for TPMS modules. "The 2005-2009 sensor won't work in a 2010+, and the 2010+ sensor won't work in the 2005-2009 Vettes."
https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...-register.html
https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...-register.html
Le Mans Master
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I occasionally have a stubborn sensor. As mentioned above, if you have other tires with sensors in some proximity, it could cause interference. Also, as suggested, simply switch front tires, see if the failure follows.
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Heel & Toe
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As much as I hate to do it, I'm going to take it to a Chevrolet dealership and let them program the OEM equipment.
Then I'll take it to an alignment shop.
Otherwise, the new yokohama all season tires are really providing some great grip!
Then I'll take it to an alignment shop.
Otherwise, the new yokohama all season tires are really providing some great grip!
Team Owner
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The sensors do not need to be installed in a wheel in order to program them. If you are buying sensors yourself, rather than from the installer, then you need to test them with the TPMS tool before messing around with installing them into the wheels. Amazon has delivered sensors that were dead on arrival as noted here on the forum. If the sensor is not responding to the TPMS tool, then the car will not respond with a horn honk...simple. Don't expect the dealer to be responsible for programming them unless you buy the sensors from them.
Melting Slicks
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St. Jude Donor '08
Before replacing all four sensors on my 05, I read every TPMS thread on the Forum and came to the conclusion that the OEM sensors might not be any good due to not knowing how long they have been sitting on the shelf.
Forget Amazon sensors also.
I ordered new sensors from Florida Speed when I purchased new wheels. They sent Titan sensors, which I never heard of. I visited the Titan website and these sensors are in a low power mode until they are activated. They were installed and programed with no problems.
My second choice would have been Schrader sensors.
Forget Amazon sensors also.
I ordered new sensors from Florida Speed when I purchased new wheels. They sent Titan sensors, which I never heard of. I visited the Titan website and these sensors are in a low power mode until they are activated. They were installed and programed with no problems.
My second choice would have been Schrader sensors.
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Melting Slicks
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Amazon?? Hmmm
Forget Amazon sensors also.
I ordered new sensors from Florida Speed when I purchased new wheels. They sent Titan sensors, which I never heard of. I visited the Titan website and these sensors are in a low power mode until they are activated. They were installed and programed with no problems.
My second choice would have been Schrader sensors.[/QUOTE]
Amazon Sensors.......
well they are second choice...
https://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_n...rvette+sensors
I ordered new sensors from Florida Speed when I purchased new wheels. They sent Titan sensors, which I never heard of. I visited the Titan website and these sensors are in a low power mode until they are activated. They were installed and programed with no problems.
My second choice would have been Schrader sensors.[/QUOTE]
Amazon Sensors.......
well they are second choice...https://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_n...rvette+sensors
Last edited by NOWUCME; Jul 15, 2016 at 02:15 AM.
Melting Slicks
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St. Jude Donor '08
Forget Amazon sensors also.
I ordered new sensors from Florida Speed when I purchased new wheels. They sent Titan sensors, which I never heard of. I visited the Titan website and these sensors are in a low power mode until they are activated. They were installed and programed with no problems.
My second choice would have been Schrader sensors.
I ordered new sensors from Florida Speed when I purchased new wheels. They sent Titan sensors, which I never heard of. I visited the Titan website and these sensors are in a low power mode until they are activated. They were installed and programed with no problems.
My second choice would have been Schrader sensors.
well they are second choice...https://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_n...rvette+sensors[/QUOTE
I should have clarified that statement.
I was refereeing to the OEM sensors only.
Le Mans Master
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The biggest concern buying the correct new sensors for your car is the condition of the battery. Much like a freshness date on food, there are sensors that have sat in stock for years and close to expiring even brand new. I think it is prudent to test the batteries before install.
I see a potential nightmare coming in the future as car makers didn't standardize on one TPMS design, your TPMS could get harder and harder to find. Heck, even GM changed designs a couple of times within the same models. What happens 20 years from now when someone needs new sensors for a 2005 MY?
I see a potential nightmare coming in the future as car makers didn't standardize on one TPMS design, your TPMS could get harder and harder to find. Heck, even GM changed designs a couple of times within the same models. What happens 20 years from now when someone needs new sensors for a 2005 MY?
Racer
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The biggest concern buying the correct new sensors for your car is the condition of the battery. Much like a freshness date on food, there are sensors that have sat in stock for years and close to expiring even brand new. I think it is prudent to test the batteries before install.
I see a potential nightmare coming in the future as car makers didn't standardize on one TPMS design, your TPMS could get harder and harder to find. Heck, even GM changed designs a couple of times within the same models. What happens 20 years from now when someone needs new sensors for a 2005 MY?
I see a potential nightmare coming in the future as car makers didn't standardize on one TPMS design, your TPMS could get harder and harder to find. Heck, even GM changed designs a couple of times within the same models. What happens 20 years from now when someone needs new sensors for a 2005 MY?
Le Mans Master
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The biggest concern buying the correct new sensors for your car is the condition of the battery. Much like a freshness date on food, there are sensors that have sat in stock for years and close to expiring even brand new. I think it is prudent to test the batteries before install.
I have decade-old sensors that still work, and they have been seen tens of thousands of miles of operation in Drive mode. A stationary sensor in a box is in Stationary mode and uses very little power.
Team Owner
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Since I have two sets of wheels/tires, I plan on trying the battery replacement procedure detailed in this thread by KENS80V.
https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...placement.html
I think it will be a fun project and if it doesn't work, no harm no foul, although after 9 years and 10 years, all of mine are still working fine.
https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...placement.html
I think it will be a fun project and if it doesn't work, no harm no foul, although after 9 years and 10 years, all of mine are still working fine.
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Melting Slicks
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Amazon OEM?
Amazon Sensors....... well they are second choice...
https://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_n...rvette+sensors[/QUOTE
I should have clarified that statement.
I was refereeing to the OEM sensors only.
well they are second choice...https://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_n...rvette+sensors[/QUOTE
I should have clarified that statement.
I was refereeing to the OEM sensors only.
https://www.amazon.com/ACDelco-25758...3Acorvette#Ask
Last edited by NOWUCME; Jul 15, 2016 at 02:33 PM.