Description

DESCRIPTION





On vehicles equipped with Tire Pressure Monitoring System, one tire pressure sensor (6) is mounted to each wheel in place of the traditional tire valve stem. Each sensor has an internal battery that lasts up to 10 years. The battery is not serviceable. At the time of battery failure, the sensor must be replaced.

NOTE: If aftermarket wheels are installed and do not contain tire pressure sensors, the system will not function properly and the driver will be continuously notified of a system malfunction.

The TPM sensors are designed for original style factory wheels. It is not recommended to install a tire pressure sensor in an aftermarket wheel. (This could cause sealing and system performance issues).

The serviceable components of the tire pressure sensor are:

NOTE: Any time a sensor is installed on a wheel, a new Sensor-To-Wheel Seal (4) must be installed to ensure proper sealing.

- Sensor-To-Wheel Seal (4)
- Valve Stem Cap (1)
- Valve Stem Core
- Valve Stem Nut (2)

The valve stem caps and cores used are specifically designed for the tire pressure monitoring sensors. Although similar to standard valve stem caps and cores, they are different. The valve stem cap (1) has a special seal inside to keep moisture and corrosion out. The valve stem core has a special nickel coating to protect from corrosion.