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Old Nov 11, 2013 | 08:56 AM
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Hi all,

This being the first car I've owned with the tire pressure sensors, are there any specific things needed to be done if I get a flat and have to buy a new tire?

I'm guessing the sensor on the tires can be reused? Does it have to be reprogrammed?

Appreciate the advice...

Jeff
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Old Nov 11, 2013 | 08:58 AM
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No reprogramming needed as your sensors are staying with the same car. Nothing special you have to do.
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Old Nov 11, 2013 | 08:59 AM
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sensor is attached to the valve stem of the wheel, when you get a new tire, nothing changes
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Old Nov 11, 2013 | 09:02 AM
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Thanks guys - so just tell the tire spot that the sensor is there and to be careful when removing the tire from rim..
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Old Nov 11, 2013 | 09:09 AM
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Originally Posted by ElMatadoro
Thanks guys - so just tell the tire spot that the sensor is there and to be careful when removing the tire from rim..
Yep, if they're smart they should remove the tire sensor before removing the tire in order to not damage the tpms. So just make sure they know
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Old Nov 11, 2013 | 09:53 AM
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got it, thanks!!
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Old Nov 11, 2013 | 04:32 PM
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you should have no problems. have had my fair share of tire problems, but no problems with tire sensor. If something is broken they can usually rebuild it.
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