Wheels and TPM sensor
01-07-2009, 05:42 AM
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I have heard not to have a third party install tires and rims as they do not have the correct equipment to synchronize the tire pressure with the sensors, etc. which will lead to incorrect sensing, and misreading of the appropriate tire, etc.
How true is this? Can I rely on a place such as Good year to apply tires to my rims and install them?
I was wondering how many people pre and post LCI have had their tires and wheels installed from a third party without any issues from the TPM?
I was strongly encouraged to have the dealership perform tire and wheel installation.
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How true is this? Can I rely on a place such as Good year to apply tires to my rims and install them?
I was wondering how many people pre and post LCI have had their tires and wheels installed from a third party without any issues from the TPM?
I was strongly encouraged to have the dealership perform tire and wheel installation.
John
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Originally Posted by jzcrna' post='761572' date='Jan 7 2009, 09:42 AM
I have heard not to have a third party install tires and rims as they do not have the correct equipment to synchronize the tire pressure with the sensors, etc. which will lead to incorrect sensing, and misreading of the appropriate tire, etc.
How true is this? Can I rely on a place such as Good year to apply tires to my rims and install them?
I was wondering how many people pre and post LCI have had their tires and wheels installed from a third party without any issues from the TPM?
I was strongly encouraged to have the dealership perform tire and wheel installation.
John
How true is this? Can I rely on a place such as Good year to apply tires to my rims and install them?
I was wondering how many people pre and post LCI have had their tires and wheels installed from a third party without any issues from the TPM?
I was strongly encouraged to have the dealership perform tire and wheel installation.
John
Don't take their word for "we do these all the time"! Look at their shop and see what cars are being serviced - if it's a collection of KIA's and old Fords - go somewhere else. The difference in cost over a qualified shop will be peanuts compared to the aggravation of a job gone bad!
Also, TireRack lists their qualified installers - check that out.
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Originally Posted by jzcrna' post='761572' date='Jan 7 2009, 06:42 AM
I have heard not to have a third party install tires and rims as they do not have the correct equipment to synchronize the tire pressure with the sensors, etc. which will lead to incorrect sensing, and misreading of the appropriate tire, etc.
How true is this? Can I rely on a place such as Good year to apply tires to my rims and install them?
I was wondering how many people pre and post LCI have had their tires and wheels installed from a third party without any issues from the TPM?
I was strongly encouraged to have the dealership perform tire and wheel installation.
John
How true is this? Can I rely on a place such as Good year to apply tires to my rims and install them?
I was wondering how many people pre and post LCI have had their tires and wheels installed from a third party without any issues from the TPM?
I was strongly encouraged to have the dealership perform tire and wheel installation.
John
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Originally Posted by dbae1978' post='761654' date='Jan 7 2009, 08:16 AM
Just to let you know there is no such thing as specific equipment used to synchonize the TPM sensors. The TPM sensors are attached to the rim in place of the standard rubber valves. Once the TPM sensors are tightened, the tires and wheels are mounted, the sensors must be reset through the iDrive. Good luck I hope this helped
jzcrna: post your location when you get the chance, perhaps members local to you can recc a reputable shop close to you
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Originally Posted by GENEaTALS' post='761678' date='Jan 7 2009, 11:30 AM
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jzcrna: pot your location when you get the chance, perhaps members local to you can recc a reputable shop close to you
jzcrna: pot your location when you get the chance, perhaps members local to you can recc a reputable shop close to you
Lots of answers to questions about equipment and features.
http://www.e60.net/information/
01-07-2009, 08:11 AM
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Originally Posted by luigi524td' post='761711' date='Jan 7 2009, 11:52 AM
+ 1 > Year and model would help - earlier cars had FTM not TPMS. If you are unsure about your vehicle there is a copy of the owner manual available in the info section of the forum.
Lots of answers to questions about equipment and features.
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Lots of answers to questions about equipment and features.
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Originally Posted by dbae1978' post='761654' date='Jan 7 2009, 05:16 PM
Just to let you know there is no such thing as specific equipment used to synchonize the TPM sensors. The TPM sensors are attached to the rim in place of the standard rubber valves. Once the TPM sensors are tightened, the tires and wheels are mounted, the sensors must be reset through the iDrive. Good luck I hope this helped
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Originally Posted by jzcrna' post='761739' date='Jan 7 2009, 09:11 AM
I live in Orlando, Florida. My car is a 2009 535i with sport package. Thanks guys.
hmm...try posting a thread for a tire/wheel recc shop in your area...GL
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Originally Posted by jzcrna' post='761739' date='Jan 7 2009, 12:11 PM
I live in Orlando, Florida. My car is a 2009 535i with sport package. Thanks guys.
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yes, no special requirement is need to install the sensors. the only thing you need to watch out for, is that some aftermarket rims have smaller valve stem hole which requires you to get a new set of valve stems. on my BBS rims that is the case, and I need to get a set of new valve stems so that it will fit the rims. the size of the OEM rims is like 11mm, and my rim is like 8mm. the valve stem is attached to the sensor through a slotted hole that can rotate a bit to allow installation flexibility of the rim geometry.
i brought the parts to america's tire and they install them just fine. it's pretty common nowadays and it's not really rocket science... they even know where to reset them in i-drive.
i brought the parts to america's tire and they install them just fine. it's pretty common nowadays and it's not really rocket science... they even know where to reset them in i-drive.