TPM sensors required if put 19 or 20 aftermarket wheels?

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06-11-2008, 05:19 PM

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Originally Posted by ///Mik3' post='600790' date='Jun 11 2008, 08:11 PM

So they'll need to be mounted before the tire is mounted, correct?

Yes, they go inside the rim.

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06-11-2008, 08:02 PM

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Originally Posted by ///Mik3' post='600790' date='Jun 11 2008, 08:11 PM

So they'll need to be mounted before the tire is mounted, correct?

i've got an 08 535i as well, and i bought an extra set of 4 TPM sensors to put inside the rim (thanks to Garry at Newport BMW). what do u guys recommend for attaching the TPM sensors to the rims? adhesive, steel flex band, etc...?

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06-13-2008, 01:23 PM

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Originally Posted by owwo' post='600881' date='Jun 11 2008, 09:02 PM

if you valve stem holes is big enough, you don't need any adhesive/steel strap, etc. the sensor sits on the inside of the rim and it's attached thru a nut through the valve stem. if your valve stem hole is small, you can go to tirerack to purchase a 8mm valve stem kit for the sensors (the OEM is 11mm). i highly recommend against adhesive/steel strap since it's not as secured...