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Nov 25, 2022 | 07:33 AM

RedRyder2005

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TPMS question

Folks,
Here is my question on the TPMS. Will not having these installed create issues with the traction control on the car or throw other codes that would need to be removed? I have new some new wheels I am ordering tires for and would like some feedback if you don't mind. Virginia where I live does not require the use of these to pass the annual inspection.

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Dave

Nov 25, 2022 | 07:42 AM

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Buy an aftermarket set on ebay for $35 or so for the set of 4. I have them in 3 different vehicles now with no issues. Oldest set is almost 6 years old now. Just look for a seller with lots of sales and a high seller rating. I will be doing the same on my Centennial vert when I replace the tires next time. The way I look at it I can just replace TPMS sensors every time I replace tires when it's getting close to 10 years since the last replacement. One OEM set or 3-4 ebay sets for the same price; I know which way I am going.

Nov 25, 2022 | 07:44 AM

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Not sure why a set of TPMS won't work with your new wheels, but as a work around I have heard of guys putting all 4 TPMSs into a small PVC tube, capping both ends, with a Schrader valve on it keeping 30+ PSI in the tube and keeping it in the car.

Nov 25, 2022 | 07:56 AM

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Based on his wording, my thought is he just doesn't want the additional expense of new sensors.

And yes, there will be some driving limitations beyond a TPMS sensor light if you don't have them installed. Can't tell you exactly what they are beyond what I have read on the forum in the past. One I remember off the top of my head is limited top speed.

Nov 27, 2022 | 11:14 AM

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Thanks,
Expense of the TPMS isn't the issue. Just curious if they are needed to prevent an issue with the traction control or do they just send a signal to the computer telling it what the air pressure is. I can live with or without them.

Dave

Nov 27, 2022 | 04:34 PM

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You will have issues if you remove them, from annoying to outright dangerous. You can disconnect the steering sensor to avoid the dangerous part, but you’ll still get warnings

Nov 27, 2022 | 07:56 PM

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How so? TPMS are located inside the wheels where the air filler valve is located.

Nov 27, 2022 | 11:03 PM

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When both of my front TPMS sensor batteries went low and displayed as XX the day before a track day, I didn't think much of it. Then I get on track and anything over about 50-55 mph had the traction control/active handling kicking in non stop. A wasted $375 track fee that day.....