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Tire Pressure Indicator Sensor Replacement

Tire Pressure Indicator Sensor Replacement

Removal Procedure


1. Remove the wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .

2. Dismount the tire from the rim.

3. Remove the valve core and release the air pressure.

4.
Note

The TPMS valve can be identified by the grey plastic dust cap.


Remove the nut (2) and drop the transmitter (1) into the tire.


5. Gently bounce the tire to ensure that the transmitter falls to the bottom of the tire.

6. Gently remove the tire and the sensor at the bottom.


Installation Procedure


1. Refer to Fastener Caution .

Note

Ensure correct installation position. The flat side of the valve body must face the hub of the rim.


Fit the sensor in the hole in the wheel rim.

Insert tire pressure sensor with new sealing ring, valve core and dust cap. Tighten the valve core.

Tighten

0.3 Nm (2.7 lb in)

2. Counterhold the sensor (1) when the nut (2) is fitted.

Tighten

8 Nm (71 lb in)

Note

When changing the seal, use a plastic tool.


Note

Only nickel coated valve cores are allowed.



3. Fit the tire onto the rim and balance it.

Note

To prevent damage to tire pressure sensor, the tire should be fitted to the rim starting approx. 20° from the valve and working in clockwise direction.


Note

When the tire is replaced, also change the seal and the valve core.


4. Fit the wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .

5. Program the tire pressure sensors. Refer to Tire Pressure Indicator Sensor Learn .


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