Cracked wheel turned into TPMS fiasco, help needed.
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Cracked wheel turned into TPMS fiasco, help needed.
To make a long story short, one of my wheels on my 2010 GLK350 developed a crack and was leaking air.
I sourced a salvage yard replacement, and the local tire store said it would be 34.99 to remove / remount and balance my tire onto the new wheel.
Sounds great, until they notify me that my TPMS sensor on that wheel is "stripped" and unable to be removed without breaking it.
They quote me 100 for a new sensor, and I had no choice but to say yes.
30 minutes later I get another call, my other 3 sensors are dead as well.
I of course decline, as my TPMS system was working perfect, and I know this because it would notify me when my cracked wheel began getting low.
I tell them to leave everything else alone, I get the car back and 5 minutes down the road I get TPMS inoperable.
They say to bring it back and they will try and take a look at it, which I will, but I have a feeling their solution will be to replace the other 3 sensors on my dime.
This is getting long, I apologize but a couple things to note. I have the most basic monitoring system, I cannot see individual values. It just knows when a tire gets low. I don't know if this is the Canadian version (not a Canadian car as far as I know) or which. I do know my old sensor is a Schrader Electronics, 00252OD6, and says 433.92 mhz.
The salvage wheel had the same exact TPMS sensor on it, and I wish they would have tried that one. It was not returned to me, but they were going to try and locate it. So it may be lost.
Any help or input would be appreciated.
I sourced a salvage yard replacement, and the local tire store said it would be 34.99 to remove / remount and balance my tire onto the new wheel.
Sounds great, until they notify me that my TPMS sensor on that wheel is "stripped" and unable to be removed without breaking it.
They quote me 100 for a new sensor, and I had no choice but to say yes.
30 minutes later I get another call, my other 3 sensors are dead as well.
I of course decline, as my TPMS system was working perfect, and I know this because it would notify me when my cracked wheel began getting low.
I tell them to leave everything else alone, I get the car back and 5 minutes down the road I get TPMS inoperable.
They say to bring it back and they will try and take a look at it, which I will, but I have a feeling their solution will be to replace the other 3 sensors on my dime.
This is getting long, I apologize but a couple things to note. I have the most basic monitoring system, I cannot see individual values. It just knows when a tire gets low. I don't know if this is the Canadian version (not a Canadian car as far as I know) or which. I do know my old sensor is a Schrader Electronics, 00252OD6, and says 433.92 mhz.
The salvage wheel had the same exact TPMS sensor on it, and I wish they would have tried that one. It was not returned to me, but they were going to try and locate it. So it may be lost.
Any help or input would be appreciated.
Last edited by droptopchevy; Jun 28, 2025 at 01:26 PM.
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In 50+ years of auto and motorcycle ownership, have never experienced a "cracked rim". Interesting indeed
Me? I'd get a second opinion.
Maybe a "re-synchronization" is required with the onboard computer (?)
Me? I'd get a second opinion.
Maybe a "re-synchronization" is required with the onboard computer (?)
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Cracked 20".
I've attached a picture so you can see where my crack was. I had not experienced it either until now. I thought I had a puncture in the tire but found this when I went to plug it.
I may have to end up getting a 2nd opinion, but am hoping they can fix the issue without charging me anything else.
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If it is a Canadian car, it does not have TPMS sensors. I have a 2010 and it uses the ABS sensors to determine if a tire is getting low. It's simple and I love it. Nothing to service or replace when changing wheels and tires.
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To my knowledge it is not a Canadian car, it just functions how I've heard they do. It definitely has sensors though. I guess it's just the base tpms. I don't see it listed on my window sticker other than the standard.
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MBUSA parts does list 2 types of wheel sensors for 2010 GLKs.
Do you have a scanner (not a code reader)? If so you can try a quick fix. Scan for codes and see if any show up for the TPMS system. Clear them if they do. Then even if there are no codes, restart the TPMS from the scanner. This is different from restarting it from the on-car menu. I’ve had luck with this when new TPMS sensors don’t automatically sync.
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TPMS sensors are battery powered and constructed such that batteries cannot be replaced -- the complete sensor must be replaced. Battery life is typically 8 - 10 years. If your sensors are OE, you're already way past expected life. TPMS sensors can be purchased online for half what this tire shop wants to charge you. Once the sensors are replaced they need to be registered with the car's TPMS system in order to work. A 2010 car might require a programming tool to do this which your tire shop should have, along with the know-how to get the system working.
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I wasn’t aware of a U.S. spec GLK that did not show individual tire pressures, but you know your vehicle. Enter your VIN into lastvin.com to get your data sheet and look for the TPMS option code. If there are any differences from the version most of us are familiar with, this may help.
MBUSA parts does list 2 types of wheel sensors for 2010 GLKs.
Do you have a scanner (not a code reader)? If so you can try a quick fix. Scan for codes and see if any show up for the TPMS system. Clear them if they do. Then even if there are no codes, restart the TPMS from the scanner. This is different from restarting it from the on-car menu. I’ve had luck with this when new TPMS sensors don’t automatically sync.
MBUSA parts does list 2 types of wheel sensors for 2010 GLKs.
Do you have a scanner (not a code reader)? If so you can try a quick fix. Scan for codes and see if any show up for the TPMS system. Clear them if they do. Then even if there are no codes, restart the TPMS from the scanner. This is different from restarting it from the on-car menu. I’ve had luck with this when new TPMS sensors don’t automatically sync.
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After doing some digging in the owners manual and on here I think the system defaults to this when it can't get a clear reading from the sensors, if they are out of battery or at a critical level. I'm going to replace all four and hopefully I will get individual readings.
For all 4 sensors, you might want to shop around a bit for price. I think you said $100 for the sensor at your store. Tire stores here are installing sensors for $50-$65 each. It might depend on where you are located, but that’s not much less than dealer price here.
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Before you replace anything, make sure you see if the sensor is registered in the car. as mentioned they might just not have registered the new sensor correctly. See if you can find somebody with the autel tool that can read the code of the sensors from outside of the tire so it doesn’t have to be taken off again. My tire shop did this for me with universal sensors on a different vehicle. They just have to be the universal sensors for these older vehicles.
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Just a suggestion:
For all 4 sensors, you might want to shop around a bit for price. I think you said $100 for the sensor at your store. Tire stores here are installing sensors for $50-$65 each. It might depend on where you are located, but that’s not much less than dealer price here.
For all 4 sensors, you might want to shop around a bit for price. I think you said $100 for the sensor at your store. Tire stores here are installing sensors for $50-$65 each. It might depend on where you are located, but that’s not much less than dealer price here.
After doing some digging I've found OEM manufacturer Schader sensors for about 25 each.
I did end up taking the car back to the tire shop, and they fooled around with the tire programmer in the OBD for about 45 minutes before telling me it wasn't going to be fixed due to a programming issue and refunded me the 100 bucks and let me keep the "faulty TPMS".
Upon pulling out of the parking lot I again reset the monitor via the dash and after about 5 minutes of driving imagine my surprise when the TPMS light went away and it no longer says "TPMS inoperative". So I'll take that result.
The only question remaining is I am still unable to see individual pressures as indicated in the user manual, but the system no longer indicates a problem. When the shop first swapped over the wheel they told me all my TPMS sensors were dead, but they didn't say this yesterday.
I had ordered four new sensors on my own prior to the shop resolving the TPMS tell tale, but still would like confirmation that my 2010 MY GLK350 (US CAR) can and will show individual pressures on the dash upon replacing all four, because I do believe the remaining sensors are well past their service life.
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Yeah, the tire shop sort of had me up against the wall when they were unable to remove the original sensor from my cracked wheel without breaking it. The only one they offered was $100.
After doing some digging I've found OEM manufacturer Schader sensors for about 25 each.
I did end up taking the car back to the tire shop, and they fooled around with the tire programmer in the OBD for about 45 minutes before telling me it wasn't going to be fixed due to a programming issue and refunded me the 100 bucks and let me keep the "faulty TPMS".
Upon pulling out of the parking lot I again reset the monitor via the dash and after about 5 minutes of driving imagine my surprise when the TPMS light went away and it no longer says "TPMS inoperative". So I'll take that result.
The only question remaining is I am still unable to see individual pressures as indicated in the user manual, but the system no longer indicates a problem. When the shop first swapped over the wheel they told me all my TPMS sensors were dead, but they didn't say this yesterday.
I had ordered four new sensors on my own prior to the shop resolving the TPMS tell tale, but still would like confirmation that my 2010 MY GLK350 (US CAR) can and will show individual pressures on the dash upon replacing all four, because I do believe the remaining sensors are well past their service life.
After doing some digging I've found OEM manufacturer Schader sensors for about 25 each.
I did end up taking the car back to the tire shop, and they fooled around with the tire programmer in the OBD for about 45 minutes before telling me it wasn't going to be fixed due to a programming issue and refunded me the 100 bucks and let me keep the "faulty TPMS".
Upon pulling out of the parking lot I again reset the monitor via the dash and after about 5 minutes of driving imagine my surprise when the TPMS light went away and it no longer says "TPMS inoperative". So I'll take that result.
The only question remaining is I am still unable to see individual pressures as indicated in the user manual, but the system no longer indicates a problem. When the shop first swapped over the wheel they told me all my TPMS sensors were dead, but they didn't say this yesterday.
I had ordered four new sensors on my own prior to the shop resolving the TPMS tell tale, but still would like confirmation that my 2010 MY GLK350 (US CAR) can and will show individual pressures on the dash upon replacing all four, because I do believe the remaining sensors are well past their service life.
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When they scanned it with the PROPER machine, what did the battery life of each sensor report? Point being is it does not sound like youve had a good diagnostic yet. Using the proper tool can read each sensor id, and battery strength, and then if they are all reading and reporting at the proper speed. IF all of that is happening after the five minute scan, one minute per tire at most, there may be another odd problem but likely not. Most peoples problems like this was fixed after replacement of sensors with weak batteries. The tool my shop used was the ts508wf. Maybe you can find one used in marketplace for this job and then just resell it. It will be less expensive than chasing this. My shop was able to code my '20 sensors on and '06 on a different brand. Just takes a logical tech to know he should not be looking under sensors for an 06 as an example.
Whatever process they did the second day at least returned the car to previous condition regarding TPMS inop, and refunded my money so I cant be too unhappy. But they won't be installing the new ones, that's for sure.
I would love for someone else with a 2010 to verify they can see individual pressures though.
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AI generated answer:
Here's how to access the individual tire pressures:
Here's how to access the individual tire pressures:
- Turn on the ignition: Ensure the ignition is switched on, but the engine does not necessarily need to be running,
- Navigate to the Service menu: Use the left or right arrow buttons on the steering wheel to find the "Service" menu.
- Select Tire Pressure: Use the up or down arrow buttons to highlight the "Tire Pressure" option.
- View the pressures: Press the "OK" button to display the individual tire pressures.
- Note: The system may need a few minutes of driving to update the pressure readings after a reset or if the tires have been recently inflated.
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AI generated answer:
Here's how to access the individual tire pressures:
Here's how to access the individual tire pressures:
- Turn on the ignition: Ensure the ignition is switched on, but the engine does not necessarily need to be running,
- Navigate to the Service menu: Use the left or right arrow buttons on the steering wheel to find the "Service" menu.
- Select Tire Pressure: Use the up or down arrow buttons to highlight the "Tire Pressure" option.
- View the pressures: Press the "OK" button to display the individual tire pressures.
- Note: The system may need a few minutes of driving to update the pressure readings after a reset or if the tires have been recently inflated.
Im beginning to suspect this may have been a change mid year 2010 or for the 2011 model year.
In the online owners manual for the 2010 it has a section for Canada Only, Tire Pressure Monitoring System, and then Advanced Tire Pressure monitoring. It also has a picture of the display, showing individual pressures.
In my paper owners manual there is no mention of Advanced Tire Pressure monitoring, nor the picture of the dash with individual pressures.
My window sticker simply says Tire Pressuring Monitoring System.
Could this have been a mid year change considering my car was delivered January of 2009 but is a 2010?
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I've also asked AI and recieved the same answer. The video provided is a 2015.
Im beginning to suspect this may have been a change mid year 2010 or for the 2011 model year.
In the online owners manual for the 2010 it has a section for Canada Only, Tire Pressure Monitoring System, and then Advanced Tire Pressure monitoring. It also has a picture of the display, showing individual pressures.
In my paper owners manual there is no mention of Advanced Tire Pressure monitoring, nor the picture of the dash with individual pressures.
My window sticker simply says Tire Pressuring Monitoring System.
Could this have been a mid year change considering my car was delivered January of 2009 but is a 2010?
Im beginning to suspect this may have been a change mid year 2010 or for the 2011 model year.
In the online owners manual for the 2010 it has a section for Canada Only, Tire Pressure Monitoring System, and then Advanced Tire Pressure monitoring. It also has a picture of the display, showing individual pressures.
In my paper owners manual there is no mention of Advanced Tire Pressure monitoring, nor the picture of the dash with individual pressures.
My window sticker simply says Tire Pressuring Monitoring System.
Could this have been a mid year change considering my car was delivered January of 2009 but is a 2010?
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I believe I've figured it out, the difference lies in "low line" and "high line TPMS sensors".
Option code 470 which is what I have, is not capable of showing individual values. Option code 475 is the Advanced TPMS, which does show individual values.
So based on the WIS and all the research ive done, my TPMS is functioning as it should.
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