They make dual frequency models, but I only need 315Mhz for the TLC. The cheapest, mainstream, programmable sensors I found are the single-frequency Autel MX-sensor. The cost of the sensors may vary, but probably not too expensive so I doubt DIY will save you much money, but I will explain how I do it with the equipment I use.ġ. You can simply have a tire shop do this for you. You will get faulty readings and probably errors if the car detects two sensors with the same ID, e.g., if you park near the clones or you mount two wheels with the same ID on the car. The car does not know the difference between the original and clone TPMS sensor. This is accomplished by purchasing programmable sensors, which can be programmed to the same IDs as the other wheel set(s). “Clone” the sensors from the first set so that you no longer have the use TechStream, or whatever, to re-register the TPMS IDs with the car every time you change a wheel or wheel set. Very fast procedure with a floor jack and impact wrench, especially if you always keep the mud terrain as the spare tire, assuming it is the same diameter as the street tires.Ĭ. It is nice to have a second set of mounted wheels so, for example, you can quickly remove your pavement-friendly wheels and replace them with mud terrains for the weekend, or vice-versa for a road trip. If new sensors, the vehicle will need to be programmed with the new IDs.ġ. Tire stores should always have the latter in stock.ģ. You can buy new OEM sensors or buy aftermarket pre-programmed sensors. This may not work if the new wheel requires an angled sensor.Ģ.
#TECHSTREAM TPMS INSTALL#
If you need to replace your OEM wheels, you can usually just remove the OEM TPMS sensor from the old wheels and install them on the new wheels.
#TECHSTREAM TPMS MANUAL#
Follow the "Initializing Tire Pressure Warning System" instructions found in the Owners Manual to reset the tire location after mounting or rotating, so the display will show you which TPMS ID is associated with each wheel position (left-front, spare, etc)ġ. This is accomplished as DIY with TechStream software+cable or another vehicle programming device.ħ. The sensor IDs must be registered with the car. The ID can be read remotely with a device specifically made for this purpose.Ħ. The sensor ID is printed on the TPMS device the part that is inside the tire. Obviously necessary so cars do not mistake TPMS signals from other nearby cars.ĥ. OEM and OEM replacement sensors are pre-programmed with a unique ID. Some wheels require that TPMS sensors are either mounted at an angle or straight so OEM sensors may not fit other wheels and vice-versa.Ĥ. Some vehicles read 433Mhz so the sensors used other vehicles may not work.ģ. They may have rubber stems that “snap” into place or have metal stems and screw collar/nut.Ģ. TPMS are radio signal transmitters, like RFID, that replace a normal valve stem of a wheel. Is there a curated section/sticky, wiki, or index for consolidated tech write-ups?ġ. Here are my notes for TPMS that I hope will save someone from searching and reading long threads.
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