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2019 E53 AMG Coupe, 2014 MINI Cooper S 2dr, 2020 BMW M850i 2dr.
Tire pressure monitoring system
Hi All,
This question has been discussed in multiple threads however I am trying to see if anyone has a sold answer.
I have recently purchased a 2019 E53 AMG coupe and my car is loaded with options nothing is left out.
My question is why can’t I see the PSI level on each wheel, when I open the Tire pressure monitoring menu it only shows as active and I can only reset it.
Many vehicles have this option and it seems very odd that a highly spec AMG is missing this.
Note sure if this helps but the car is order for Canada and not us.
That means the central TPMS module cannot communicate successfully with the wheel sensors. Are the wheels original? Are you sure they have TPMS sensors installed?
This question has been discussed in multiple threads however I am trying to see if anyone has a sold answer.
I have recently purchased a 2019 E53 AMG coupe and my car is loaded with options nothing is left out.
My question is why can’t I see the PSI level on each wheel, when I open the Tire pressure monitoring menu it only shows as active and I can only reset it.
Many vehicles have this option and it seems very odd that a highly spec AMG is missing this.
Note sure if this helps but the car is order for Canada and not us.
Thanksss
There are several option codes with MB, not sure if this is your problem, but worth to post it. 470 - Tire pressure monitor (TPM) low line 475 - Tire pressure monitor (TPM) high line/mid line 477 - Tire pressure loss warner
High Line TPMS: Provides more detailed information, potentially including individual tire pressures displayed on the dashboard.
Mid Line TPMS: Offers basic warning and pressure monitoring, typically with a general warning light.
477 - Tire pressure loss warner: This code indicates a system that warns of tire pressure loss.
This question has been discussed in multiple threads however I am trying to see if anyone has a sold answer.
I have recently purchased a 2019 E53 AMG coupe and my car is loaded with options nothing is left out.
My question is why can’t I see the PSI level on each wheel, when I open the Tire pressure monitoring menu it only shows as active and I can only reset it.
Many vehicles have this option and it seems very odd that a highly spec AMG is missing this.
Note sure if this helps but the car is order for Canada and not us.
Thanksss
Originally Posted by whoover
That means the central TPMS module cannot communicate successfully with the wheel sensors. Are the wheels original? Are you sure they have TPMS sensors installed?
Originally Posted by UltraSpeed
There are several option codes with MB, not sure if this is your problem, but worth to post it. 470 - Tire pressure monitor (TPM) low line 475 - Tire pressure monitor (TPM) high line/mid line 477 - Tire pressure loss warner
High Line TPMS: Provides more detailed information, potentially including individual tire pressures displayed on the dashboard.
Mid Line TPMS: Offers basic warning and pressure monitoring, typically with a general warning light.
477 - Tire pressure loss warner: This code indicates a system that warns of tire pressure loss.
Although theoretically direct TPMS should be standard on the E 53, it does sound like OP has the passive TPMS which basically calculates pressure using the ABS. If the vehicle has direct TPMS, if it can't detect sensors, it will say no wheel sensors, won't say run-flat indicator active.
OP, can you post the exact message you are seeing, if it doesn't say Run flat indicator active and just say TPMS active, you do have active TPMS and not passive as you expect at this calibre.
Last edited by W205C43PFL; May 18, 2025 at 06:06 PM.
2019 E53 AMG Coupe, 2014 MINI Cooper S 2dr, 2020 BMW M850i 2dr.
Originally Posted by whoover
That means the central TPMS module cannot communicate successfully with the wheel sensors. Are the wheels original? Are you sure they have TPMS sensors installed?
Hi Yes I am running the OEM wheels and not sure if TPMS is installed
2019 E53 AMG Coupe, 2014 MINI Cooper S 2dr, 2020 BMW M850i 2dr.
Originally Posted by UltraSpeed
There are several option codes with MB, not sure if this is your problem, but worth to post it. 470 - Tire pressure monitor (TPM) low line 475 - Tire pressure monitor (TPM) high line/mid line 477 - Tire pressure loss warner
High Line TPMS: Provides more detailed information, potentially including individual tire pressures displayed on the dashboard.
Mid Line TPMS: Offers basic warning and pressure monitoring, typically with a general warning light.
477 - Tire pressure loss warner: This code indicates a system that warns of tire pressure loss.
Thank you for this, very interesting I might call the dealer to see which one is installed
OP, can you post the exact message you are seeing, if it doesn't say Run flat indicator active and just say TPMS active, you do have active TPMS and not passive as you expect at this calibre.
Thank you for the great explanation this is what I have and I even restarted the whole thing but no PSI comes up. I am not sure if there’s a way to install TPMS
Canadian car uses "ABS" TPMS. It counts wheel revs and diagnoses when one is speeding up because its rolling radius has decreased. It uses no wheel sensors and is not as accurate as "direct" TPMS, which is what the US cars use. You can't see individual pressures.
Yup, your image confirms you have the passive system.
The vehicle is not equipped with active TPMS only passive as mentioned using ABS to determine differences in wheel spin.
That is strange being an E 53 not have TPMS, @Cosworth2000 does yours have passive or active. Even my C 43 has the active system, was this a specific option? Do you mind chiming in please? Thank you.
2019 E53 AMG Coupe, 2014 MINI Cooper S 2dr, 2020 BMW M850i 2dr.
Originally Posted by whoover
Canadian car uses "ABS" TPMS. It counts wheel revs and diagnoses when one is speeding up because its rolling radius has decreased. It uses no wheel sensors and is not as accurate as "direct" TPMS, which is what the US cars use. You can't see individual pressures.
I see Thank you for the reply and honestly I am a bit shocked and disappointed this car brand new was going for 120k with all the options and yet missing a simple sensor which will make the owners life much easier. Do you think I could get this installed??
2019 E53 AMG Coupe, 2014 MINI Cooper S 2dr, 2020 BMW M850i 2dr.
Originally Posted by W205C43PFL
Yup, your image confirms you have the passive system.
The vehicle is not equipped with active TPMS only passive as mentioned using ABS to determine differences in wheel spin.
That is strange being an E 53 not have TPMS, @Cosworth2000 does yours have passive or active. Even my C 43 has the active system, was this a specific option? Do you mind chiming in please? Thank you.
Yes correct thank you for the great explanation I hope to be able to get this installed seems minor but it really helps specially with the temperature change that we have here.
I see Thank you for the reply and honestly I am a bit shocked and disappointed this car brand new was going for 120k with all the options and yet missing a simple sensor which will make the owners life much easier. Do you think I could get this installed??
It's really a national issue. The US has more stringent regulations than Canada for this. I think it could be added by the right third party installer, but it wouldn't be cheap. You need wheel sensors, RF receivers at each wheel, wiring, new control module and software upgrades to start.
Hello @W205C43PFL,
Yes my W205 had TPMS and so does my E53 AMG. When I first installed my winter tires on my W205, a message came up stating that my TPMS sensors were missing. The next year when I ordered my new rims I made sure that I added the TPMS and my car saw them and it showed up on the screen. It's the same on my E53 as I can see the PSI. I'm in Canada but of course the E53 is made in Germany.
I'm not sure why his car is only active with a passive like the lower level Benz's.
Hey @Spacradon if you look at your rims, you will see the valve which looks like a wrench can attach to it. Does your rim shows this value?
Canadian car uses "ABS" TPMS. It counts wheel revs and diagnoses when one is speeding up because its rolling radius has decreased. It uses no wheel sensors and is not as accurate as "direct" TPMS, which is what the US cars use. You can't see individual pressures.
Thanks for your reply. I am starting to wonder if OP's vehicle does have the system but for some reason detected a fault and reverted back to passive. I don't think that is how it works though but is it possible?
I see Thank you for the reply and honestly I am a bit shocked and disappointed this car brand new was going for 120k with all the options and yet missing a simple sensor which will make the owners life much easier. Do you think I could get this installed??
As mentioned, if the vehicle indeed was not equipped with TPMS, it will be missing all the hardware such as the receiver mentioned in each wheel well. 2019 model year shouldn't be the chip shortage era otherwise I would blame that for no having the system, although I don't think chip shortage affected TPMS, it was mostly HERMES module and Burmester speakers.
Yes correct thank you for the great explanation I hope to be able to get this installed seems minor but it really helps specially with the temperature change that we have here.
I fully understand. TPMS is an aid though not a replacement of checking tire pressures manually, I do it manually despite having TPMS. That said, it is a convenient feature after all plus it is pretty accurate to manually checking. I guess I did get lazy some times and it is good to have. I am too from Canada with a Canadian vehicle.
It's really a national issue. The US has more stringent regulations than Canada for this. I think it could be added by the right third party installer, but it wouldn't be cheap. You need wheel sensors, RF receivers at each wheel, wiring, new control module and software upgrades to start.
Agree with OEM retrofit is not a good way to go due to the cost. Could consider aftermarket solutions.
Hello @W205C43PFL,
Yes my W205 had TPMS and so does my E53 AMG. When I first installed my winter tires on my W205, a message came up stating that my TPMS sensors were missing. The next year when I ordered my new rims I made sure that I added the TPMS and my car saw them and it showed up on the screen. It's the same on my E53 as I can see the PSI. I'm in Canada but of course the E53 is made in Germany.
I'm not sure why his car is only active with a passive like the lower level Benz's.
Hey @Spacradon if you look at your rims, you will see the valve which looks like a wrench can attach to it. Does your rim shows this value?
Much appreciate for chiming in forum member Cosworth2000! I hope you continue to enjoy your E 53 Yes, I am also in Canada with a Canadian vehicle with TPMS on my C 43, I asked you because I know you are from Canada as well, thanks for confirming your E 53 have TPMS. By the way, lovely wheels.
OP, go to mb.vin or lastvin or both and paste your VIN number in there, check the generated data card/report, look for the TPMS option. I forgot what the option code is though. Let us know your findings. I am starting to wonder if your car does have active/direct TPMS just disabled for some reason due to a fault or something. In that case, scan the vehicle for DTCs as well and report back.
Canadian car uses "ABS" TPMS. It counts wheel revs and diagnoses when one is speeding up because its rolling radius has decreased. It uses no wheel sensors and is not as accurate as "direct" TPMS, which is what the US cars use. You can't see individual pressures.
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Yes, I am also in Canada with a Canadian vehicle with TPMS on my C 43, I asked you because I know you are from Canada as well, thanks for confirming your E 53 have TPMS. By the way, lovely wheels.
