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iTrader: (1)

I want to switch my 2010 oem rims with the same rims but colored how do i change the tire pressure sensor? will i need to take it to the shop or dealership? also when they switch my wheels from front to back and vice versa wn getting an oil change wont it mess up the pressure sensor? the front sensor set for 32 wil now be 29 in the back. please tell me how all this works its all very confusing.

SquallLHeart

yes.
no, reinitialize the system (RTFM)

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iTrader: (1)

how do i change the sensor from one wheel to the other?

DJ08tC

take it to a shop

jnaval

If the OEM colored wheels you're getting still have the OEM TPMS system, I think all you have to do is initialize the system by using the TPMS button under the dash. If not, you have to go to a wheel shop to remove the wheels and get to the TPMS. It's like a regular valve stem and is nutted onto the wheel. And when doing wheel rotations, just initialize the system by using the TPMS button.

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iTrader: (1)

anyone know how much they charge for swapping tires and tire pressure sensors>

SquallLHeart

you cannot use the sensors from another car without reprogramming the ECU (which the dealership can only do)

as for how much to swap the sensors? dunno.. expecting about $150 maybe

jnaval

Oh man, so it's on the same level as the key FOB? I didn't know that, thanks.

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iTrader: (1)

damn 150? What if i decide to buy different aftermarket rims? will i only be able to get certain type of rims that will fit these sensors?

DJ08tC

Some rims you might not be able to use the sensor, all that will happen is you will have the warning light on your dash. It is not a big deal

SoulXquisite

but that light is annoying

DJ08tC

cover it up then, I would rather deal with a light then have to pay $150 if that is how much it costs to transfer the senors

jnaval

Sometimes a shop can transfer them when mounting and balancing your wheels. I just asked for mine to be transfered like it was a part of the deal.

CurlyGurl

yea a lot of shop can transfer them, however when I was trying...a lot of shops said they only could for years up to like '08 so you'll just have to call around. speaking of that....will the sensor light always be on if you get new tires that require different air pressure--like if the stock tires require 32 psi and your new tires require 27 psi (just for example) will it be "confused" and think it's underinflated? I got new tires and all it says is what the max pressure should be on those tires and I know on the side of the door it says front should be 32 and back 29 (i think) so what if you have all 4 in the new tires inflated to 38? don't mean to jump on your post...if someone can help u can just pm me

DJ08tC

No you set the tires to whatever pressure you want and press the button in the glove box. it is in your owners manual

CurlyGurl

ok thanks

DJ08tC

If you have your owner manual the steps to initialize the system are on pg. 124

SquallLHeart

tires do not require a different pressure.. it's the car that you follow... so don't look at the max pressure rating..

you always set the pressure to what is required.. which is the 32/29

if you really want to add more, then sure, just reinitialize the system after you check the pressures to where you want it.