Best tire pressure monitoring systems according to redditors

We found 141 Reddit comments discussing the best tire pressure monitoring systems. We ranked the 69 resulting products by number of redditors who mentioned them. Here are the top 20.

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Top Reddit comments about Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems (TPMS):

u/David_Jonathan0 · 4 pointsr/dashcamgifs

Onewell Tpms Wireless Digital Tire Pressure Monitoring System Motorcycle,Auto Tyre Alarm System Universial TPMS LCD Display with 2pcs External Sensors for Two-Wheeled Motorcycle https://www.amazon.com/dp/B076DTN3GD/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_ROCpDbS4E2FK0

u/BernoulliMagic · 4 pointsr/motorcycles

Awesome idea! If you love that person that much more, just had to share a step up from this product without having to know tire pressure: http://www.amazon.com/FOBO-Bluetooth-Compatible-Monitoring-Motorcycles/dp/B00WBD00FO

Added this to my wheels and having pressure and a quick temperature readout in the morning before leaving my kitchen is pretty insanely nifty.



Other ideas for OP:

Freezeout Balaclava: http://www.amazon.com/FREEZE-OUT-Balaclava-Black/dp/B0096R08W8/

Microfiber Cloths (great for visor wipes, general cleaning, and wiping condensation off the bike in the morning): http://www.amazon.com/Zwipes-Microfiber-Cleaning-36-Pack-Assorted/dp/B000XECJES

Cat Crap (visor antifogger): http://www.amazon.com/EK-Ekcessories-10003P-AM-Anti-Fog-Cleaner/dp/B002BHWZFI/

Lock Laces: http://www.amazon.com/LOCK-LACES-Elastic-Tie-Shoelaces/dp/B00975EAJ6

Motorcycle Tire Inflator (fits under my seat easily): http://www.amazon.com/Slime-40001-Motorcycle-Tire-Inflator/dp/B000ET9SB4/

u/ph00l1sh · 4 pointsr/WRX

Can you link to this tool please? I am interested in getting it too!

Edit: will this one work? https://www.amazon.com/ATEQ-QuickSet-TPMS-Reset-Tool/dp/B008SCWXN4

u/edman007 · 4 pointsr/volt

This, you need to rotate the tires or switch tpms.

u/macreadyrj · 4 pointsr/WRX

It can read the sensor IDs from the summer set, then input the IDs from the winter set (assuming you know them). I got my IDs from tire rack when I got a new set. There is also a tool available on amazon that can read TPMS IDs, more expensive.
It plugs into the car's OBD port to get the info and reset the IDs, and you need a windows PC/laptop to run the software. It was a little bit of a pain to get right the first time but I have it figured out now. Also, a laptop is nice so I don't have to run back and forth to the PC while trying to get these things working.

My local garage quoted me $100 to swap winter/summer and reset TPMS for one car. We have two cars, so that would be $400/year. My floor jack and TPMS sensor paid for themselves in one year.


ATEQ reset tool: https://www.amazon.com/ATEQ-QuickSet-TPMS-Reset-Tool/dp/B008SCWXN4

If you don't know your sensor IDs you can use this to read them, but it's another expense. You could also go to a tire place.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00AERMVYC/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1

u/808kid · 3 pointsr/CX5

The accessory I love is the little screen that gives the numerical read out for the tire pressures of each tire. I was a little annoyed I have to buy a product to do it when the car tpms system is capable of providing that information.

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Edit: this is what I'm referring to. https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B077RVS8LB/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1

u/graywolfman · 3 pointsr/Justrolledintotheshop

Most Subarus so not auto learn, my '11 STi does not. I'm actually ok with that, as some of the examples of taking control of ECUs have been done through auto learning TPMS since it's basically Bluetooth... Call me paranoid, haha. You can get a summer/winter tool that you just program the code for each set into via a PC and USB cable, plug into the OBDII port and press the season button to push the sensor codes. Tire places can give you the codes on the first read; they may be required to if you ask, I can't remember for sure.

Tool Here

u/xdownsetx · 3 pointsr/motorcycles

I grabbed one of these doodle bops for that reason too. It's a handy little device that turns on automatically when it senses movement and will visually flash when the tire pressure drops too low. It just can't be used with rubber valve stems.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B076DTN3GD/

u/edman007-work · 3 pointsr/explainlikeimfive

On my car, after rotating tires you get a TPMS tool, go into the cars menu, push TPMS reset, and then the signal light on one corner of the car lights up, you touch the TPMS tool to the tire and the horn honks. You repeat for each tire (with the signal lighting on that corner). The tool causes the TPMS system to say "hey, it's me, this tire", and the car listens for that when it's in reset mode and programs the tire to that spot.

u/dericn · 3 pointsr/subaru

>Has anybody gotten the tirerack winter deal with the steelies + tires + TPMS? Are these programmable or do they need to be updated at a shop every time the wheels are swapped?

I bought my winter setup from TireRack with the sensors installed. When I realized that I would need to get them reprogrammed each swap, I learned that the light on the dash isn't as annoying as I thought it would be ;)

THIS has been on my Amazon wishlist for a few years now, but I don't dislike the TPMS light enough to shell out $150 plus the one time dealer reprogramming fee.

My recommendation? Skip the sensors, and just check your tire pressure regularly, like we did before TPMS was invented. That's what I do.

u/WorkoutProblems · 3 pointsr/motorcycles

Seems excess to have to mount the monitoring device

This just connects directly to your phone

u/Couchking786 · 2 pointsr/TeslaModel3

I have these on my aftermarket wheels, and they worked instantly with no issues.
ITM Set of 4 08017DXS TPMS 433mhz Tire Pressure Sensors w/Gloss Black or Matte Black Aluminum Valve Stems for Tesla Model S 3 X Aftermarket Replacement (Matte Black) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07N763Y3T/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_1RFMDbY266RSQ

u/wackywabbit · 2 pointsr/Ford

AFIK its on amazon for 40 bucks.... motorcraft part.

http://www.amazon.com/Motorcraft-TPMS19-Remote-Pressure-Sensor/dp/B001FKSNUI

u/FeralSparky · 2 pointsr/fordranger

Your best bet is to pick up an Aftermarket kit.

https://www.amazon.com/Fullele-Wireless-Pressure-Monitoring-External/dp/B01LZME9Q2/ref=sr_1_6?s=automotive&ie=UTF8&qid=1485710753&sr=1-6

On a side note. Those metal TPMS sensors are TERRIBLE. Even if your car came with them from the factory I recommend replacing them with the rubber type like this. http://www.customautoonline.com/images/C/tpms%20sensor.jpg

The metal valve stems corrode and break easily while the rubber stems are both cheaper and easier to replace if faulty.

u/93sr20det · 2 pointsr/auto
u/AdversarialPossum42 · 2 pointsr/cruze

The TPMS sensor is built into the valve stem inside the wheel. They're pretty inexpensive but replacing one requires dismounting the tire from the wheel. So if you need to have it replaced, the labor is equivalent to remounting a tire. Not something you can do yourself without a tire mounting machine. The system may just need to be relearned, which is something they can do in the parking lot in just a few minutes. You can do it yourself if you want, you just need a TPMS relearn tool, which is also pretty inexpensive.

TPMS CHEVROLET CRUZE RELEARN


  1. Set the parking brake.
  2. Turn the ignition to ON/RUN with the engine off.
  3. Use the MENU button to select the Vehicle Information menu in the Driver Information Center (DIC).
  4. Use the thumbwheel to scroll to the Tire Pressure Menu item screen.
  5. Press the SET/CLR button to begin the sensor matching process. A message requesting
    acceptance of the process should display.
  6. Press the SET/CLR button again to confirm the selection. The horn sounds twice to signal
    the receiver is in relearn mode and the TIRE LEARNING ACTIVE message displays on the
    DIC screen.
  7. Start with the driver side front tire.
  8. Place the relearn tool against the tire sidewall, near the valve stem. Then press the button
    to activate the TPMS sensor. A horn chirp confirms that the sensor identification code has
    been matched to this tire and wheel position.
  9. Proceed to the passenger side front tire, and repeat the procedure in Step 8.
  10. Proceed to the passenger side rear tire, and repeat the procedure in Step 8.
  11. Proceed to the driver side rear tire, and repeat the procedure in Step 8. The horn sounds
    two times to indicate the sensor identification code has been matched to the driver side rear
    tire, and the TPMS sensor matching process is no longer active. The TIRE LEARNING
    ACTIVE message on the DIC display screen goes off.
  12. Turn the ignition to LOCK/OFF.
  13. Set all four tires to the recommended air pressure level as indicated on the Tire and
    Loading Information label.

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u/Snownel · 2 pointsr/CrownVictoria

This is what I used, works fine. You don't need some fancy thing unless you're reprogramming a bunch of cars. Also, the instructions are wrong on that other one, Ford's band-mount TPMS sensors are mounted directly opposite the valve stem, not aligned with it.

u/slowmman · 2 pointsr/FiestaST

>I deflated the tire down to 15psi

not sure what this was supposed to do, you need this tool to do the relearn procedure. I think I followed this procedure to get it into learn mode last time

u/oarsof6 · 2 pointsr/BoltEV

I lift from the jack points labeled in the service manual using a floor jack from Harbor Freight, and place them on jack stands for my safety and to protect the car. I also have a TPMS tool to reset the monitoring system.

u/rudman · 2 pointsr/cars

If your winter tires have TPMS sensors the car needs to be trained to detect them. If your winter tires do not have TPMS sensors, then you'll just have to ignore the dash light until you put your other tires back on.

I have a separate set of winter tires complete with TPMS sensors and I have to retrain my car each time I switch sets. Check your manual, it may have a manual TPMS retraining procedure or you either will have to go to a tire shop or pick up one of these: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00AERMVYC

u/UrbanEngineer · 2 pointsr/350z

I use these sensors and they have worked for 2 years and still going. There is a reason it's required. Prevents turning a "damnit, time to pull over" into a "OHH------!"

u/4456BSD · 2 pointsr/SubaruForester

yeah, that looks like a huge pain and really disappointing

tempted to buy the tool necessary to clone/program them myself and then sell it used

I'm assuming I would just need one of these? https://www.amazon.ca/ATEQ-ATEQ_Quickset-QuickSet-TPMS-Reset/dp/B008SCWXN4

u/droid6 · 2 pointsr/Ford

Yea, shouldn't be hard, I've been in tires for 11 years. Just find a good tire shop they should fix for you.

Motorcraft TPMS19 Remote Tire Pressure Sensor https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001FKSNUI/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_ivTxyb6AKKWMZ

u/4bangerTURBSKI · 2 pointsr/veloster

Good move. You can get a TPMS only unit, similar to this Autel TS408 you can review their models, they all have different features.

I do work on a lot of cars so I have a full tablet MP808K but it uses the same TPMS software. Autel MP808K

You can find them much cheaper FYI, just using Amazon for ease on mobile. I’m mixed about all the special features Autel has but the TPMS works fine.

u/BigTenFour · 2 pointsr/MechanicAdvice

I would put them on any wheels used if the vehicle had the system.
I had just purchased a full set of 4 for the same price the shop was going to charge me for 1 sensor. Of course, labor must be paid to put the sensors in...

MOBILETRON 4-Pack 315MHz TPMS...
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01MUBU8QY?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

u/wtfCake · 2 pointsr/ft86

Personally I picked up one of these. A bit on the heavy side, but I mean it immediately pays off. Literally plug it in, hit summer/winter button, and you're done.

u/codeniko · 2 pointsr/CX5

I have a 2018 mazda cx5 GT with TPMS. For these mazdas across all trims, TPMS just controls a light if one of your tire pressures is too low. However, the higher trim models should come with sensors in each tire which send out more information like the pressures and temperatures of each tire. Check your air pressure tire valves. If the valves/caps are silver and look like some sort of steel, that means you have these sensors. These transmit a radio frequency signal periodically and the car has a receiver somewhere to take that information in. Like I mentioned earlier, Mazda decided it just wanted to handle the low tire pressure light. Mazda didn't seem to care enough to give us access to all the extra tire information that these sensors provide. If you have these sensors, you can buy this receiver like I did that displays both the tire pressures and temperatures of each tire. https://www.amazon.com/Orange-Electronic-Pressure-Location-Display/dp/B077RVS8LB Bonus is these sensors are more accurate than any tire pressure gauge you can buy. I have tire pressure gauge for the motorcycle and I regularly check to make sure its readings match the readings I get from my CX5 TPMS sensors.

If you have the black/rubber tire valves/caps, that means you don't have the sensors in each wheel and TPMS works by calculating rotational speed of each wheel and doing some kind of math there. No sensors or signals sent in this case so there is no receiver you can buy to make this work.

u/deekster_caddy · 1 pointr/Buick

Well it's not that bad. If you GM is the kind that requires the 'activation tool' this is the tool that will activate the sensors once you have the vehicle in 'learn mode' (see your owners manual, you might be able to get to this mode yourself)

https://www.amazon.com/VXDAS-EL-50448-Pressure-Monitor-Activation/dp/B072BK693N/

and if you get into it hardcore, one of these will do most of what any tire shop needs to do:

https://www.amazon.com/Autel-TS501-Activation-Diagnostic-Professional/dp/B01LRJ7UD2/

u/bazfoobar · 1 pointr/ft86

I use an ATEQ Quickset http://www.amazon.com/ATEQ-QuickSet-TPMS-Reset-Tool/dp/B008SCWXN4/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1368901358&sr=8-1&keywords=ateq+quickset which stores both my summer and winter TPMS sensor ID's. It plugs into the OBD2 port and you can toggle between the two sets at will.

u/aeroplane1979 · 1 pointr/infiniti

I had 4 of these from Amazon put on my '06 when I had the tires changed last fall. Discount tire even programmed them for me.

u/ritchie70 · 1 pointr/legaladvice

http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B004AITV9Y?pc_redir=1410434515&robot_redir=1

$150 seems high even with labor. I'd ask Costco if they can replace them if you supply parts, or how much they want to replace them total.

u/hallstevenson · 1 pointr/infiniti

Buy them yourself on Amazon (ouch, just checked and they've jumped up in price !) and have DT or Walmart install them and program them. Walmart will do it very inexpensively.

Here's a single sensor for $31. They sell a 2-pack that was cheaper by buying two at a time but that price advantage is gone now.

u/Ulaven · 1 pointr/BoltEV

I bought the tool to initialize the tire sensors when I bought a set of snow tires and rims the first winter I owned my 2017 Bolt EV. It's a very simple process and the tool itself was cheap through Amazon. Less than $10 US. I go through this twice a year when swapping tires and rims.

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https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B072BK693N/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

u/finadandil · 1 pointr/subaruimpreza

Did you get the ID numbers for the TPMS sensors? I bought a scanner for reading the numbers (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00AERMVYC/), as well as the tool for uploading the numbers into the Subaru (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B008SCWXN4/), but I've not been able to read the sensor ID numbers from the new sensors. The upshot is my TPMS monitoring light is on all Winter. The sensors TireRack gave me are just listed as "433MHZ TIRE PRESSURE SENSOR" and they weren't able to give me the ID numbers...

u/erabinov · 1 pointr/prius

Well, in case any other poor schmuck runs into this, I think what I need to do is buy a tool to scan the sensors wirelessly so that I can identify the actual TPMS sensor IDs. I've bought this tool from Amazon. I'm planning on using that to ID the sensors that I jacked up on my car's computer, and then re-program them to the actual sensor ID, which I think should do the trick. I'll post an update if this is successful. I'm then going to return that tool and I think this will save me from having to pay some outlandish sum at the dealership or tire shop.

u/WazzuBlue · 1 pointr/mazda3

When I bought winter wheels and tires, I got these from Amazon and installed them myself: https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B01MUBU8QY/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o07_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I bought the wheels from TireRack and the tires from Costco. Wheels were shipped to my house and then I had the tires mounted later...

u/JonBoy-470 · 1 pointr/autorepair

Weird. The shops near you must not work on GM products very often. GM vehicles, 2011 and newer, all require use of a relearn tool to program new sensors. Relearn tools compatible with the “official” GM unit (and indistinguishable from it, save branding) sell on eBay and Amazon for less than $15. I bought this one to reprogram my sensors after the dealer forgot to relearn after rotating the tires. It was quicker, more convenient, and cheaper (in terms of the value of my time) than going back and making them fix it.

The “official” tool is available from http://www.gmtoolsandequipment.com or call 1-800-GM TOOLS (1-800-468-6657). I’m sure the dealer parts counter could get it also.

u/arihoenig · 1 pointr/BoltEV

There is a device called a TPM relearn tool for doing that they aren't expensive ($15) here's one.

Autokcan TPMS Relearn Tool,OEC T5 Super EL-50448 for GM Tire Pressure Monitor Sensor TPMS Reset Tool https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07QCXFF46/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_gdjqDb72VSSFM

u/lordmaxiam · 1 pointr/onewheel

This is what I use: Accu-Gage

My friend has had his XR for about a year, strictly street rider, ~190 lbs, don't know how many miles, low I bet, and never put air in it. It was at 10 psi when I checked it a couple days ago. Wasn't even concerned. Me I need to know.

u/cty_hntr · 1 pointr/SubaruForester

Take a look at this TPMS reset tool.
https://www.amazon.com/ATEQ-QuickSet-TPMS-Reset-Tool/dp/B008SCWXN4

Some people just forgo TPMS sensors and put a piece of black electrical tape to cover up the dash light.

u/bpodskalny · 1 pointr/MechanicAdvice

Yea, there are tools. You dealer has an official one, and better aftermarket shops will have something more like this: Autel TS401 MaxiTPMS TPMS Activation Tool https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00AERMVYC/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_zrK7xbVZHE1Q1

Good luck getting either to use it for free tho!

u/sennister · 1 pointr/WRX

There are people saying they can use this to reprogram the tpms on the WRX.

https://www.amazon.com/ATEQ-QuickSet-TPMS-Reset-Tool/dp/B008SCWXN4

As for tires. It kind of depends on what you want. I have read reviews where people felt dedicated winters like Blizzak provided too much grip. That they wanted to be able to slide the car a bit more. Well that is personal preference. I know in my A4 many years ago I really liked my Pilot Sport A/S. I think that was the tire. They did really well year round so I would run them. I went from that to a Jetta TDI and with fwd I used a set of Michelin X Ice and they were pretty good. Night and day different than any all season I had on the car. I am also debating on what to do with my WRX this winter.

Edit: some more info on the Area

http://www.ateqtpm.com/quickset/

u/mysta316 · 1 pointr/chevycolorado

Ok that makes more since. Rotating the same 4 sensors to another spot on the truck would not set off the light. But if you have a screen that shows tire pressure it won't be correct. But the truck will only register 4 sensors at one time. So swapping to summer/winter tires would need to be registered. Have you looked into something like this

u/fifapro23 · 1 pointr/WRX

This is just one example but there many different kinds.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B074WKVG6J/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awdb_t1_4135Ab01TRRZT

u/dotMJEG · 1 pointr/WRX

Be mindful that it can take anywhere from 1-10 miles to reset the computer to the point that it either recognizes the TPMS sensor and shuts off the light, OR, in that it will only recognize there is a problem well after they have been installed/ synced and it will only then turn the light on.

They have a little hand held machine (like an old giant gameboy) that they kneel down next to the wheels and hold by the TMPS sensor (valve stem) to "sync" everything. IDK that you have to push them as far as describing the sensor-sync tool. It'll be like this.

u/Itanius · 1 pointr/SubaruForester

I just did a bit of research on this yesterday, since I plan on getting new wheels/tires with a full-sized spare to rotate in. It seems you'll have to go to a tire installer to have the new set programmed in every season, or use a TPMS tool to do it yourself.

There are plenty of threads on the Forester forum, here's a helpful one:

http://www.subaruforester.org/vbulletin/f72/2014-2-sets-tpms-possible-709114/

The ATEQ Quickset TPMS Reset Tool:

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B008SCWXN4/

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dhW1GXjPEBI

u/JackNDebachs · 1 pointr/volt

Yes this model only works on GM cars: VXSCAN El-50448 Auto Tire Pressure Monitor Sensor TPMS Reset Tool OEC-T5 for GM Series Vehicle 2010-2013 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06XVR85N7/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apip_r2VpafUXJBEuJ

u/dulun18 · 1 pointr/Costco

They told me that i need a new sensor with each new tire . I don't remember paying that high for a sensor or being charged a fee to install them. I got the new tires during the usual tire promotion $70 off for 4 tires with 1 cent installation ($59.99 value saving)

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I will see if i can find the receipt for it. I will let you know.

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TPMS sensors are not that expensive . $44.99 for a set of 4 sure.. but for EACH?? that's cut throat pricing.

https://www.amazon.com/Genuine-Motorcraft-Pressure-Sensors-DE8T-1A180-AA/dp/B0034ROE76

u/chriskmee · 1 pointr/subaru

Subaru wanted to charge me about $65, so I said I would rather just deal with the light, because $65 now and $65 when I swap back to summer tires means $130 a year.

The manufacturers tool cost like $3000 or something ridiculous to do the TPMS reset. This $150 tool claims to work on Subaru models, and comments seem to confirm that. No personal experience with it though, but it looks good.

http://www.amazon.com/ATEQ-QuickSet-TPMS-Reset-Tool/dp/B008SCWXN4/

u/ThisOldHonda · 1 pointr/GoRVing

Not the exact one, but similar.


CACAGOO Wireless TPMS Tire Pressure Monitoring System with 4pcs External Sensors (0-8.0 Bar/0-116 Psi), Temperature and Pressure LCD Display, Real-time Alarm Function https://www.amazon.com/dp/B074WKVG6J/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_ysHSBbKK542ND

u/dfapredator · 1 pointr/Cartalk

VXSCAN El-50448 Auto Tire... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06XVR85N7?ref=yo_pop_ma_swf

Buy one of these to program the sensors after activating relearn mode with either your fob or instrument cluster start at the left front wheel and go clockwise from the drivers perspective

u/146throw · 1 pointr/mazda3

Any dangers of going used vs new? About a $10 difference but i just dont want something going wrong again.

This used one or this re manufactured one must be what youre talking about.

>Doesn't require any special steps vs what I've been hearing about some aftermarket units.

Ive seen that theres some programming that needs to be done using a special tool but ive also seen that this isnt necessary and the car will "pick it up" on its own after a few minutes so idk

u/JonBoy470 · 1 pointr/Justrolledintotheshop

Replacement sensors for GM aren’t that expensive. Amazon sells the ACDelco 13598771 GM Original Equipment Tire Pressure Sensor TPMS Set of Four (4) for under $60. The trick is getting them installed, which requires un-mounting the tires.

GM vehicles require a special “EL-50448” tool that costs ~$60 at the parts counter of a GM dealer, to re-learn the TPMS sensors. Again, Amazon comes to the rescue with a Chinese knock-off: VXDAS EL-50448 Auto Tire Pressure Monitor Sensor TPMS Relearn Reset Activation Tool OEC-T5 for GM Series Vehicle. There are a number of other knock-offs. This was just the first one that came up. They’re all <$20 on Amazon.

u/Bryology · 1 pointr/subaru

I priced out a new set on TireRack with TPMS and it was about a grand. But then I have to deal with either purchasing a reset tool like this one:

http://www.amazon.com/ATEQ-QuickSet-TPMS-Reset-Tool/dp/B008SCWXN4

Or have the dealership do a TPMS reset. Pretty much a PITA for something as simple as swapping wheels. I probably would have pulled the trigger already if it wasn't for the TPMS hurdles.

u/scorpionMaster · 1 pointr/Toyota

Ok they have separate pressure sensors. Reprogram the car to be paired to the sensors in the winter wheels. You'll need a Tire Pressure Monitoring System Programmer. Like this.

Autel MaxiTPMS TS401 TPMS Tool TPMS Relearn Tool for TPMS Sensor Relearn Autel MX-sensor Program https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00AERMVYC/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_jX2XDbJPJ7Z7M

u/krcub · 1 pointr/WRX

You can do the swap without touching the TPMS but then you have to deal with the TPMS warning light (and the system not working).

I no longer have my 2016 WRX but IMO spending a few hundred to get rid of the warning light and have a functional TPMS system during the colder months was well worth it.

Here was my setup:

Stock tires with stock TPMS
New winter wheels with new set of TPMS

Tool to program the ECU with the winter/summer TPMS codes: https://www.amazon.com/ATEQ-QuickSet-TPMS-Reset-Tool/dp/B008SCWXN4

Tool to "wakeup" the sensors (they go to sleep after sometime being inactive): https://www.tirerack.com/tpms/detail.jsp?ID=169&cat=TPMS+Tool

TPMS sensors: Winter tire setup and TPMS bought form Tire Rack.

Steps:

1.) Use the first tool and its software to upload the winter TPMS codes (they were provided to me by tire rack at my request) and assign them to the winter button. Don't forget to "read" and store your summer sensors to the tool/software and summer button. If my memory serves me correctly, the tool pulls the TPMS codes currently in your car if you need to.
2.) Change your tires, plug in the tool to your obd-ii port and press the winter button
3) Use the trigger tool to wake up your winter tire sensors.

The process is just as easy for the winter to summer wheel changeout. Once the codes are in the tool it's just a matter of changing your tires and reprogramming the ECU.

I hope this helps!

u/eyetracker · 1 pointr/CX5

There's this but it's spendy for what should've been a standard feature.

u/KingOfDamnation · -1 pointsr/MechanicAdvice

Hmmm I would never let that get that low but That would be a pain to go to certain place to refill tires.

Fullele Wireless Tire Pressure Monitoring System TPMS with 4 External Sensors (0~6 bar/0~87 psi) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01LZME9Q2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_dm4DzbCK41ZDQ

I bought one of these and they are worth the money my favorite Christmas gift in a long time. For my 2002 Honda Civic with no low air pressure alert