Running rims without TP sensors??
09-26-2008, 05:41 PM
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Running rims without TP sensors??
I'm getting ready to purchase a set of 18's for my 65 to mount DR's on them.....I don't give a crap about the TPS sensors as the tires will be for track use only- but will I have to worry about any codes, T/C issues or anything that will hinder the car's driveability?
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09-26-2008, 06:35 PM
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I'm getting ready to purchase a set of 18's for my 65 to mount DR's on them.....I don't give a crap about the TPS sensors as the tires will be for track use only- but will I have to worry about any codes, T/C issues or anything that will hinder the car's driveability?
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09-26-2008, 07:21 PM
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I have 20's on my car and the tire pressure sensors go off and tell me that i need to correct the tire pressure, but the pressure is actually fine. Is there anyway to bypass this error?
09-27-2008, 10:16 AM
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09-27-2008, 01:32 PM
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If you continue to get errors, you probably need new sensors. You can either replace them or see if your dealer will deactivate the TPMS for you. They can, but may refuse because of perceived liability issues.
09-28-2008, 03:16 PM
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[QUOTE=whoover;3075094]Wheel size should not matter. Pehaps the 20s were not compatible with the sensors so they weren't installed, or weren't installed properly? Assuming you're running pressure that's not too far off from the original, you should be able to recalibrate the TPMS to the new pressure. You can try resetting the TPMS using the instrument cluster option. Make sure the pressures are correct and then do the reset.
If you continue to get errors, you probably need new sensors. You can either replace them or see if your dealer will deactivate the TPMS for you. They can, but may refuse because of perceived liability issues.[/QUOT]
Thanks for the info. It looks like only my RR sensor is having problems. I think the sensor was not installed correctly or broken when I upgraded my wheels. Off to the dealer I go!
If you continue to get errors, you probably need new sensors. You can either replace them or see if your dealer will deactivate the TPMS for you. They can, but may refuse because of perceived liability issues.[/QUOT]
Thanks for the info. It looks like only my RR sensor is having problems. I think the sensor was not installed correctly or broken when I upgraded my wheels. Off to the dealer I go!
09-30-2008, 02:14 AM
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FYI. Those sensors can be purchased at tirerack for half the price of the dealer. BTW There is no incorrect way to install them they are all just a PIA to deal with IMO.
Wheel size should not matter. Pehaps the 20s were not compatible with the sensors so they weren't installed, or weren't installed properly? Assuming you're running pressure that's not too far off from the original, you should be able to recalibrate the TPMS to the new pressure. You can try resetting the TPMS using the instrument cluster option. Make sure the pressures are correct and then do the reset.
If you continue to get errors, you probably need new sensors. You can either replace them or see if your dealer will deactivate the TPMS for you. They can, but may refuse because of perceived liability issues.[/QUOT]
Thanks for the info. It looks like only my RR sensor is having problems. I think the sensor was not installed correctly or broken when I upgraded my wheels. Off to the dealer I go!
If you continue to get errors, you probably need new sensors. You can either replace them or see if your dealer will deactivate the TPMS for you. They can, but may refuse because of perceived liability issues.[/QUOT]
Thanks for the info. It looks like only my RR sensor is having problems. I think the sensor was not installed correctly or broken when I upgraded my wheels. Off to the dealer I go!
