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TPMS Update: FORD Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems

Ford embraced Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems (TPMS) as early as the 2002 model year on the Explorer and Windstar. These systems can be direct or indirect, and all 2007 models have TPMS standard. From 2006-2009, Ford used banded sensors that are mounted in the center of the rim. In 2010, Ford reverted to the valve

Strategy of TPMS Diagnostics

The first step in any TPMS diagnostic strategy is to figure out whether or not your customer’s vehicle actually has a TPMS problem. Why? Simply put, there are a number of factors that can cause a TPMS warning light to illuminate or flash – and some are hard to uncover. The light should illuminate when

Meanwhile, Back at NHTSA, TPMS Problems Are Never Dealt With

We started publishing consumer letters regarding TPMS problems. They came in response to a recap of dealer complaints about certain makes/models of vehicles sporting unique TPMS issues, particularly corrosion. The letters just keep coming… “I previously commented on the number of failures I’ve encountered, 7 or 8 out of 12 tires, last one leaking and

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TPMS Tools: Turn a Dash Light Into a Profit Center

While the replacement of service kits is undeniably a small-ticket item, it is also a remarkably consistent necessity, bringing in a constant flow of profit and helping build stronger, loyal relationships with customers.

TPMS: Educating the Consumer Benefits Your Shop

Let’s all face it, nobody gets into the tire business for the cheering crowds or the recognition and deep respect of our fellow man. If you did, I’d like a sample of what you’ve been smoking, please. No, we’re all in the tire business to make money, but unfortunately that’s been getting a bit harder

TPMS, NHTSA and You

A different perspective on TPMS systems and rules yields new questions that need answers

When To Replace Sensors And Why

pressure is low, if the oil needs changing, if the engine has a mechanical problem or if the engine has quit running (unless the fault is related to a key sensor that can also affects emissions). Many motorists simply ignore the Check Engine light, especially if their engine seems to be running normally (no other

TPMS Diagnostic Strategies

Dig a little deeper to find the true causes of the most puzzling TPMS problems.

More Field Reports on Corroded TPMS Sensors

The troublesome issue of TPMS sensor corrosion and sudden tire deflation continues to capture attention. Now consumers are reaching out to Tire Review with their horror stories of TPMS sensors gone bad. Some blame the “tire repair shop,” some blame the OEMs, and some are confused as to why such an apparently dangerous product is

TPMS Update: Sensor Replacement

More than 68 million vehicles on the road today have direct TPMS systems. With the average age of a vehicle on the road lasting more than 10 years, a vehicle with four TPMS sensors will have all of its TPMS sensor replaced during the life of the vehicle. Why Sensors FailThe number one reason sensors