How to install a tpms yourself! But should you? Tire pressure monitor sensor (EP 32) TPSM

How to install a tps yourself - watch and see it's too hard! Leave it to the tire shops!
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0:00 unclemarks diy tpsm intro.
0:41 warning this is dangerous!
0:48 How to remove the core on a valve stem.
2:02 How I try to pop the tire bead for cheap.
2:46 Close up of the tire bead popping off the rim.
3:18 I find the valve stem!
3:32 Holding the tire away from the rim with my custom made tire spacers.
4:18 Removing TPSM with a allen key. Also called a hex key.
7:12 I cut off the stem since I don`t have the proper tool.
8:45 Stem comes out.
8:55 installing a TPSM sensor.
9:20 installing the mounting nut on a TPSM.
9:45 Tightening the stem nut.
10:04 Programing the TPSM on a Cobalt. Using Autel TS401
11:25 Reseating the tire bead.
12:05 I should have wetted the tire bead with soapy water!
14:15 Reinstalling the mounted tire rim.
15:28 Bonus footage of the TPSM removal process.
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[@unclemarksdiyauto]

I see if a guy at home can install these with basic tools. This was mandatory repair to get working before I could plate this vehicle in Manitoba under the provincial (government) safety. So far views have quoted LABOUR prices from $16 all the way to $200 PER WHEEL! 🔶 Check out my other Cobalt videos in this series! 🔶 kzbin.info/aero/PLgeVnQRQkbzCxwqi-h8Xs7yvtZOX3JfzU 🔶

[@unclemarksdiyauto]

So true. And a chime alarm sounds too!

[@unclemarksdiyauto]

@Wesson Angel use some soapy water to reseal tire easier. Let us know how much you saved. It is not for the faint of heart!

[@stilllearning777]

I used to pop the bead at a gas station when I was 16, we would keep the needle valve OUT , and put in around 60 Psi to pop the bead, after using dish soap and water, to help it seat on the rim. Then you wait for most of the air to come out, put the needle valve back in and fill to door spec. Then balance it, it always pays to read up on how to remove the old and install the new sensor to be prepared. Good job for your first time ! GETER DONE.

[@DIY_AUTO_PHOTO]

I feel like its always great to see people able to work on their cars themselves ! just last weekend I did my TPMS sensor and was so glad I finally was able to get them to work.. in my first video when I trid to program them .. ( as I got new rims/tiers donated to me ) I had no idea at first there where no TPMS sensors inside lol but it was a good lesson

[@d.4tay549]

I am glad you did not loose any fingers. Black tape over TPMS light works pretty good too. Good to know it can be done DIY.

[@MrDasource411]

I thot I was the only one that did that😂

[@desertheat4659]

Rubbing some dish washing soap on the bead of the tire before applying the air will help in getting the bead to seat. Also, if you have trouble getting the bead to start seating it helps to remove the valve core from the valve stem. This allows for a greater volume of air to enter the tire.

[@maskedavenger2578]

Dish washing soap is one of the worse things you can use on steel or alloy wheel rims ,it contains salt & corrodes them .

[@alvinbaez2006]

Best thing to use should be silicone based. Doesn't deteriorate rubber or metal.

[@Brittvanegas]

Best thing to use is sea foam lol

[@littleevil725]

Good job with the bead but you need to lube the tire with soap. Leave the valve stem core out until the bead pops. You can not get enough air flow with the core in the valve stem.

[@erniew5805]

also spray some starting fluid in the tire then toss in a match =bead seated

[@emprsnm9903]

Thanks for the vid, it gave me inspiration to do mine. My jack slipped only once, and since I was mindful, I was not in harms way in case it did. Doing all four of mine (3 out of the 4 TPMS were dead). I wet my beads with windex (convenience) before breaking/inflating, and replaced the stems since they came w/sensors (and one was leaking anyways). Since I didn't have a core tool, I used one of the clip-on air filler fittings (had lying around) and left it attached the whole time of compressing the tire bead after deflation. Cutting (carefully to not score the aluminum rim) the inner stem flange, I pulled them out with a pliers, and soaped the new ones with a dawn 50/50 mix. I temporarily unscrewed and removed the sensor from the stem for insertion, gently using a 2x3 scrap board to wiggle it into its seat. After screwing the sensor back on with a MacGuyver-ed combo of torx bit & small ratchet, I re-wet the bead with windex and inflated *thump!* Only one of the four resisted re-sealing and required a rolling back & forth to wiggle into place. I'm fortunate to have no excessive rim corrosion, because they haven't lost even a single psi over the last 2 weeks!

[@unclemarksdiyauto]

If your stubborn like I am, & can set a bit of time aside, anything is doable!

[@rickt2419]

Good work! Well, in the future if you have issue getting the tire bead to pop (or initially cannot get the bead to seal to the rim to get air into the tire, try to use a ratchet tied-down going around the tire (around the center rib of the tire)... Cheers!

[@shaner5252]

I was scrolling down and going to recommend this method as well, the wider the strap the better also. Remove valve stem soapy water round bead and ratchet strap+ professional DIY kit! Really like the jack bead breaking technique!

[@bentnickel7487]

I drive a 20 y/o car and I don't have tire pressure sensors and I don't want them, but I was curious about what they looked like inside the tire. Thank you for educating me. I got tired of all the computer BS on new cars, so when I retired I found a cherry 20 y/o Ford and work on it myself. I have the income to buy a new vehicle, but I love the simplistics of older cars.

[@unclemarksdiyauto]

Bent Nickel, yes TPSM are a pain. I can live without them too. Good old $10 tire pressure gauge and check them ever so often! We have a 2010 caravan and the computer gives false readings. TPSMs are working fine! I just check them regularly.

[@josedaniel4725]

Agree 👍🏼 I own a 1984 Chevy S10 and regret getting power windows 🤔. Trying to find the plastic part where the colored wires meet is a nightmare, dealership wants alot of cash, junkyards don't match up, I'm waiting for Amazon to ship me a GM 6 way female window switch pigtail part and hopefully it will work 🤞🏼. It's all one color so I'll have to label the colored wires.

[@qirongpan9908]

TPSM was mandated after 2008 models in California. I just changed one sensor in Pep Boys and costed me $260. I found that sensor only $40 in the market.

[@bentnickel7487]

@@qirongpan9908 Mandated, sounds like I don't want to live in California.

[@djohnson3678]

interesting, have not ever seen that before. awesome video !!

[@tharais]

@@srubberalittle Really? The WD40 Technical Data Sheet on their website says otherwise. www.wd40company.com/files/pdf/wd_40tec16952473.pdf I so love how unsubstantiated rumors fly around the internet.

[@cathybos780]

Good Job. For years I believed this was possible, but I was told it would not work. Yeah, the shop will tell you most anything to keep the diy er from saving a buck.

[@unclemarksdiyauto]

Cathy Bos, possible but not easy. Tire had not been on the rim that long either.

[@sunilnand62]

U have done a good job mite ...... keep it up .

[@Dan-yi5pz]

Great idea using the jack to break the bead.

[@unclemarksdiyauto]

Dr. Dan, was improvising on the fly......

[@mattg8787]

i used a foor jack to brake the beed on my 4runner tires

[@screwsnutsandbolts]

Good video 👍🏻

[@isoufo]

Use some soap / lube on the rim to allow it to pop back into place easier. Great video!

[@unclemarksdiyauto]

ISO UFO, will do (if there is a next time). TPSMs are here to stay...too bad... so sure this issue will present itself again.

[@171965cj]

HaHaHa LOL! I was waiting for the POP!!!! great video bro!!

[@kato223]

I wish $50 for 2 TPMS stems! I gave up on going in to Discount Tire for things because EVERY SINGLE TIME I would go in they would tell me at least one the TPMS stems was bad at $60 a piece! Never been back to Discount Tire and have never been happier! Great video!

[@unclemarksdiyauto]

Some shops are not very honest. I admit this is a little crazy to do at home. Carmakers are designing stuff way to complex. Give me a $5-$10 tire pressure gauge and I can check them every time I gas up.

[@kato223]

@@unclemarksdiyauto I love doing things DIY because I have a hard time trusting shops at all. I had one shop replace my clutch master cylinder when I diagnosed it to the slave cylinder because it was leaking fluid right out of the bell housing on the clutch of my F-150. Then after that cylinder was replaced they missed the bottom 2 bolts on the bell housing and it broke my new cylinder and they wouldn't take any blame in it. They told me that the bolts must have just fallen out. To put the new ones in it took all my strength to get them to seat properly. Grrrrr!! In fact, Sam's Club gives me a better price and a more honest service when it comes to getting my tires replaced. But, replacing the TPMS stems has always been a fear of mine, but I think you did a good job on yours. :)

[@unclemarksdiyauto]

@@kato223 Yep, can save some money and not get ripped off if you do things yourself.

[@DrFiero]

If you have trouble getting the bead to seat, put a ratchet strap around the tire and crank it up. Spreads the bead and lets it grab the rim.

[@MegaTapdog]

Yes, works very well!

[@mr.squirrel58]

Hey uncle Mark, you should 've spray a little dab of soap liquid around the rim and tire bead

[@oakeydoakey1]

He'll maybe figure it out when he's loosing air at the valve or bead.

[@CHIBA280CRV]

Good job sir thanks

[@unclemarksdiyauto]

It wasn't plug and play if that is what you mean. You have to use a special tire pressure programmer to match it to the vehicle. If i remember, this sensor was programmed for this car, but still have to match it to the vehicle. Tire scanners are probably any where from $50 to $300 depending on what they are capable of doing.

[@LakesideAutobody]

Thanks for the video Uncle Mark - need to do this on my kids car - Happy Holidays :)

[@unclemarksdiyauto]

It is a old video Jerry. I don't normally recommend people try this, but you will have the skills. It will depend if you can get preprogrammed units or not. Otherwise you need a TPSM programmer. They are not crazy money but if you just do a couple tires and it get put on a shelf, might be better to have a friendly shop fix it. I figured eventually I will get my money out of it as a DIYer.

[@LakesideAutobody]

@@unclemarksdiyauto Got it. Thanks for that information. Looks like I'm going to have to invest in another tool.

[@KashifJavedForex]

great idea

[@jamescor1491]

Thanks for video, very informative.

[@unclemarksdiyauto]

Unless you like punishment, better to take it to a tire shop!

[@riverdawg3445]

Thanks for the video. The best way to learn is to jump right in.

[@unclemarksdiyauto]

So true! Some criticize when outcome is plagued with issues, the point of these videos is for me to learn something, & hopefully others can just avoid those issues if they are working on their vehicle!

[@madpixie02]

Thank you very much. That video has help me a lot.

[@unclemarksdiyauto]

Happy to hear that! Just remember Christian, that you will need to program you TPSM.

[@madpixie02]

@@unclemarksdiyauto Yes. All done! Everything works. Thanks again!

[@unclemarksdiyauto]

@@madpixie02 Great!

[@mtay65]

I love that bead breaking part...

[@hoogooooo]

great job for home video

[@unclemarksdiyauto]

Thanks "hoogooooo"! It was one of my first videos a few years back! If I ever do another one on this subject, it will be better planned out and better editing etc.

[@A_Renaissance_Man]

I paid the shop $325 to replace 5 (Five) TPMS when the 12 year old battery went out on the LF TPMS. I just do not mess with tires. The 5 TPMS replacement also included Spin Balance.

[@unclemarksdiyauto]

David Prokity, I usually let the pros do this too! Just got the thought of trying this out of my system! Thanks for watching!

[@timothydevries383]

$325 to replace 5 sensors? You seriously overpaid my friend.

[@michaelnelson9140]

Oh, you’re fine! I’m an impatient retired mechanic is all. I did learn though.

[@unclemarksdiyauto]

I hope you learned what I did...bring this to a tire shop! Lol. Thanks for your input! (And no offence taken.) Some of these videos can be a bit long....

[@davidviner4932]

This had me in stiches, so funny, many thanks!!

[@wayneblanchard3845]

Very Smart Man!

[@unclemarksdiyauto]

Wayne Blanchard, thanks, but not really!

[@warrenpuckett4203]

Charge at tire shop unmount tire $20, Mount Tire $20 + $64 for the TPM valve stem and ping the system to recognize it.. My solution was use a tire gauge until the tire wore out in 5 or 10K miles. Ignore the TP light until then. The olde lady was not going to buy it. So got tired of the bitching and got 2 tires and 2 TP monitors. 410 buck a roos. I betcha they realized that when they designed in that feature as a "convenience". OF course if I am driving I can tell which tire is low. Then use the gauge to tell how much.

[@unclemarksdiyauto]

Warren Puckett, car was to be sold, so wanted everything working. May also have been a provincial safety requirement, but I can't remember.

[@seshachary5580]

THANK YOU

[@unclemarksdiyauto]

sesha chary, you are welcome!

[@lynnhoskins5286]

thanks for the idea using the jack against the bumper

[@unclemarksdiyauto]

Actually under a tow hook. Could have done in under my trailer hitch on the back. I was not sure what would work!

[@lynnhoskins5286]

just wanted to say thanks again worked like a charm i will never pay no one again to break a tire down thank you @@unclemarksdiyauto

[@unclemarksdiyauto]

@@lynnhoskins5286 , be careful if you try this Lynn. Next time, I will pop the tire with a buddies old tire machine. (This will still bypass the tire shop)

[@JesseCampbell0]

Just did this myself with a screw jack the front of my truck for the wheels for my old bmw. other than the very stuck tires not wanting to break the bead, and having the jack come dislodged and scare the crap out of me on one of them, and me accidentally dropping one of the tools into the tire on the final one and needing to fish it out, and the old aluminum valve stems being completely corroded solid and need to be hammered out? it went great! Still glad to have saved the $400 i was quoted to change them all. Now just need to replace the receiver in the car, as it appears that went bad as well...

[@unclemarksdiyauto]

This is a job not for the faint of heart! (I don't recommend it either) Yep, $400! The highest quote so far was $800 from a Honda dealer! Stay safe, Jesse.

[@herbICG]

Very entertaining

[@sergeynemir]

Look what tire places do to remove tires from rims ! They use open soap with water ! Make consetration of soap in water very high & apply to the edge of the seam between tire & rim. Then tire wheel/rim disassembly will go a lot smoother then from the dry rubber. bead & rim surface. Or use Tire Wet product that made to look tires a lot shiny but the rubber became a lot more slippery !

[@kigipz2559]

Great job !!! The only thing no many people has the tpms scanner so it's hard for them 2 do the relearn mode on the sensor with the computer and that's how many tire shop screw people with the prices! Anyway great job for home video

[@galaxianentity]

Use soapy water on the tire. Oil will have a tendency to start deteriorating rubber - same thing on radiator hoses and belts.

[@MrDasource411]

lol the vid was suppose to help us we ended up helping him with all our comments tips etc😂

[@unclemarksdiyauto]

It's nice when it works both ways! Tips are good. That is how we all learn and better ourselves. Thanks, man!

[@unclemarksdiyauto]

James, obviously it was the first time i tried this. If there is a next time, I have some ideas for doing it better!

[@Mzamudio105]

and you did a great job thank you for saving me money!

[@RTD1947]

Tip! Heat the metal end of the valve stem with a propane torch. When it’s just hot enough the metal stem will slide right out of the rubber!

[@FormerlyKnownAsAndrew]

Thanks!

[@stanleykeith6969]

The make a tool to pull the valve stem out. Screw it on the stem, and goes over the rim and push down and it rips the rubber out. Use some soapy water around the rim to seat the tire.

[@leebrewer1190]

These ridiculous stems will not work that way. The computer unit is inside the tire with the stem. Only the older type of stems with no circuitry attached can be ripped out with the tool you mention.

[@gunnersecuador7515]

An old farm trick is to run over the tire with another vehicle. So you have the tire you want to remove from the wheel laying down ,and you drive on the edge of the tire with another car/truck. It works great, and takes seconds.

[@TX_AC5G]

Another old farm trick is using starting fluid to seat beads back on to large tires. Spray a bit between tire and wheel then hit it with a match or lighter. Keep fingers clear because quick explosion will pop beads right back on.

[@williamsliemers1758]

To break the bead on my F-250 i used engine vacuum on the valve stem.

[@unclemarksdiyauto]

william sliemers, ohhhh, great idea, never thought of that! Will keep that in mind for the "next time". Honestly it is something that i didn't think of trying. Thats why i love the great input many you tube viewer come up with. We all can learn something together.

[@robertheinkel6225]

Should work!

[@almorlina]

Please do DIY wheel balancing next 😊

[@unclemarksdiyauto]

Dont tempt me...lol

[@user-if9cr3en5n]

Good idea

[@alexmiller5026]

this has to be one of the dumbest ideas i have ever seen. We seem to be breeding more & more idiots all the time. Too bad he did not kill himself. hopefully you do not try this yourself. By the way after 50 years in the tire industry my next move is going to do home brain surgery.

[@alexmiller5026]

I really did not mean he should kill himself , but it really is a stupid thing to do. The more I watch this guy the dumber he seems.

[@buddyboy4x44]

Where exactly is the danger?

[@MrOsasco]

This is the real deal. Velideo shows how it is in real life.

[@unclemarksdiyauto]

It is not a great video, but it was one of my first! (a few years back) Check out some of my latest and see if I have gotten better at how to videos!

[@TrumpLac1776]

Wow good

[@unclemarksdiyauto]

I know, I must be crazy!

[@RomanicusMaximus]

Lordi, give it up

[@mrstl3000]

Lol😂😂😂😂😂

[@marcelhassinger9662]

to make it better before setting bead remove value stem then file until pop

[@nchia]

I reckon if you modified the title to read TPMS, you'd get even more hits! Always fun to discover problems and solving them the first time.

[@unclemarksdiyauto]

So true nchia! Typo I guess. I will change it! Thanks for the heads up!

[@lynnhoskins5286]

done this a lot of times even tho its kind of dangerous you dont have to cut the valve stem out take the screw out and the old sensor off install new sensor on old valve works fine no problem.

[@unclemarksdiyauto]

Good to know. This was not planned as a video, but then I thought maybe I should record it. That was about 5 years ago. I wish I would have thought it out before I shot it. Even not using soapy water to seal the tire to the rim. Not sure why I didn’t do that.

[@safffff1000]

Not bad but I liked the guy who put a 4ft 2x4 on the tire and drove a car up on it to break the bead and hold it down. He didn't need reprogramming tool. He just took the old programmed sensor out and scraped the silicon putty out took out the old battery and soldered in a new one, put silicon calk back in it.. $15 for 4 batteries

[@unclemarksdiyauto]

I have seen that since I did the video! I had not thought of popping the bead that way when I originally was doing it. Next time I hope I too can replace the batteries! Thanks!

[@dkaufman57]

To be honest, I'm to old to be installing the TPMS, so I'd just pay the $40 bucks to have a tire store install the TPMS sensors in the tire (which I did). I'll program them though. Although that's a great idea for getting access to the old TPMS.

[@unclemarksdiyauto]

D K, was doing this more to say I could. Not for the average person. Did bunch of work to this car, then it was for sale, so every dollar counted. Thanks for watching!

[@rockymountboy]

How do you "program" them?

[@satterfieldelectric5504]

VERY GOOD VIDEO, WHAT DO YOU CALL THE INSTRUMENT THAT YOU CHECKED THE TPMI TO SEE IF IT WAS WORKING.THANKS FOR TAKING THE TIME TO DO THIS,YOU HAVE HELPED ALOT OF PEOPLE.AGAIN THANKS

[@unclemarksdiyauto]

You are to kind! The scan tool is a TPMS service tool or relearn tool. The one I have can read battery condition, program them etc. It was around $250 CAD. Depending on the tools capabilities, they are priced from aprox $15-$400.

[@toolsmetals2148]

You can replace your own TPMS sensors as long as they are pre programmed for its specific make now in a instance if they are not then you would need a Tpms reset scan tool but their are limitations to that depending upon the device you intend to use for example not all scan tools may cover all specific makes or a long range and variety of vehicles another example is that you can have a very expensive scan tool but may require a additional software for particular makes but may be able to cover a large range and assortment of vehicles some of these high end expensive scan tools you will run into issue with either resetting TPMS sensors and Re Registrating Batteries such so to say for example like BMW and Mercedes Benz but in this particular Demonstration the method that you are using there is a issue with it do to when you go to inflate the tire the side that the sensor is located will not be sealed properly and in do time you will realize that you will be loosing air slightly by a leak to the bead of the rim because it has to be sealed from the inside and remounted

[@toolsmetals2148]

@ferkemall Yes in a sense that would be the most inexpensive way to do things and I would also agree . But in the same token if the vehicle does have tpms indicator sensors sending the information to the cluster of the vehicle you do not wanna be taken a long drive or road trip without not knowing weather or not a tire is either low or the possibility of it actually being flat and get cought up or stuck in a un desired designated location or area without the correct services to get you back up and running . Just something to think about

[@jgfrakes2736]

I'm pretty sure there's a nut over the tpms valve body. remove that, and the unit comes right out.

[@frankpyon2115]

Enjoyed the video! I will take it as what not to do at home. My time is worth more than $50.00 an hour!

[@unclemarksdiyauto]

Sorry Frank, I thought I had replied. 1 viewer was quoted $200 PER WHEEL! So you would have made $150 per wheel trying this. (I would not suggest to thought.)

[@user-gl9iz1bp1r]

2024.05. Just had my (customer provided) four sensors at Discount Tire. Cost - $36.00 - total. I had breakfast while the tech installed them. Good money spent.

[@unclemarksdiyauto]

It sure depends on your location and many other factors. It is sure worth getting some quotes before you get it done.

[@kayakeraltamaha5720]

I pulled the valve stem out with pliers... didn't need but one suture. Had to break to bead again to retrieve two fingers, rather arduous. Admire you spontaneity.

[@johnLA1961]

Why didn't change the tps when got the new tire ?

[@Cleanandgood]

I don't like tps. Rather just check the tire pressure myself

[@unclemarksdiyauto]

Clean and Good, I don’t like them either, especially when they act up. On the other hand, when working properly, they could save a person from destroying a tire if you run over something that causes a ver fast leak.

[@greatray6262]

Just another totally unnecessary thing to inflate (pardon the pun) the price of already overpriced new vehicles.

[@user-bx7nw1ve6y]

$50 bucks? No way. I just spoke to a gal who had a bad TPMS indicator light. The mechanic somehow convinced her that all four had to be replaced. . . to the tune of $700.

[@unclemarksdiyauto]

Yep, crazy! One viewer was quoted $800 for the 4. I was quoted $75 Canadian for one.

[@jodyreedy6630]

Dish soap and water to bead to seal so easy

[@Trump-The-GREATEST]

If any tpms sensor needs programing all you need is to buy the tpms code reader and a Autel brand cost about $50! The reader will read the old sensor's code if it doesn't have it printed on itself already, then will ask u to place the new sensor as the code reader will program the code into the new tpms sensor in a second. All done!

[@unclemarksdiyauto]

LaloMan, true on some GM vehicles, it can be fairly easy. My Autel tire reader cost me $300, does more cars with more difficult procedures. Manufactures are making it more difficult all the time, and if you have a Volkswagen, BMW, Mercedes, and other brands, yikes!

[@rackets7991]

Replacement is only half the job..The new sensor has to be programed to the same # as the one removed so the ECM will recognize it..The ECM will not recognize the replacement sensor..

[@unclemarksdiyauto]

Rackets, yep. That’s the next issue. It had the scanner to program it, (cost me $250 CAD maybe?) I change my vehicles like others change their underwear so have got some of my cash back on it. Not for the “normal person” though

[@Greeneyedtadpole]

$115 per tire for parts and labor to replace the band style TPMS sensors on my ‘08 Edge at my local dealer.

[@unclemarksdiyauto]

Glad you got them fixed Holly! Next time you should get some quotes, as prices can vary greatly, and usually the dealer is the most expensive. I think around 5 years is the expected life if you drive the average mileage each year, before their batteries die.

[@dutchoven7096]

On the last few minutes of the video, that black sensor with the star is the sensors I just bought off eBay, I went to a tire shop and asked them to install it, can’t get it to work and threw away the old sensor. What to do Mark? That tool you have, can I program my own sensors with it, please break it down Barney style for me.

[@unclemarksdiyauto]

Coty Lynh, paid $300 CAD for the programmer! Plus, you have to get the right sensors. They have a couple different frequencies they run at. Like AM and FM, can’t get fm stations in a AM radio!

[@markkrauss5994]

I always coat the bead well with dish soap

[@unclemarksdiyauto]

Thanks Mark. God idea. I was trying this for the first time, and figured I should record my struggles. It must be 3 or 4 years ago already. The soap would have made this so much easier!

[@chrismooy7626]

if you look at the new one before you started you would have an idea of what you need to do to get it off the rim /apart

[@unclemarksdiyauto]

Chris Mooy. It was a bit different, but you are right! When making these videos, recording, producing, adjusting camera etc, sometimes something simple like comparing the new and old items does not cross your mind! Lol.

[@joedon1706]

Nicest little bead breaker ever! :) All this electronic crap is just too much to take.

[@unclemarksdiyauto]

The jack is all I had to do the job. There are some cheap tools that might be easier to use to break the bead. It’s not a job for most to try.

[@ColinWatters]

Would it be easier to pop the bead off the opposite side to the valve to get the right angle to access the screw head?

[@unclemarksdiyauto]

Possibly. I am no expert obviously. Just was something I tried years ago. As tires and rims get bigger, this gets even harder to do!

[@cspann831]

Good to know that's how it can be done in my own garage with my own tools. Is it worth it? I don't know either but I'd just as soon put a piece of electrical tape over the TPMS idiot light.

[@unclemarksdiyauto]

C Spann, some lights also have a chime that dings until you fix the problem. What stops manufacturers from restricting your speed if car thinks tires is dangerously low?

[@cspann831]

Ya- scary! Thankfully all I have on my 08 Civic is an idiot lite. I take care of my own tires thank you! I suppose in the not too distant future none of us will be driving and we all will be passengers in robotic vehicles serviced by other robots. How sad...

[@toantran1]

It's another way to break a bead by using a scissors jack. Good job !!!

[@unclemarksdiyauto]

I just hope I didn't hurt the tire. So far it still works, tire has no issues. (Wobbles or out of balance etc)

[@josephcurran172]

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[@mmmyyy4714]

What is wrong using pressure gauge, all that work for nothing.

[@happypappy6371]

After you install those, the tires need to be balanced. You have now added weight on one side of the wheel, which will make your tire/wheel hop while driving, thus ruining the tire.

[@unclemarksdiyauto]

Happy Pappy, tire was just balanced prior to the install. Hoping the new sensor and the old one were similar in weight.

[@eltonherrera7524]

Good job buddy!! I would put some kind of soap so slides back easy, but other than that, very good job👍👍

[@unclemarksdiyauto]

elton herrera, yes good suggestion. I would soap it up for sure next time!

[@karser6456]

hi appreciate your DIY but everyone is talking about how to replace, no one is talking about how to test which tire is the culprit..how did you find out which tire to work on ?

[@unclemarksdiyauto]

Good question Kar. It is a special scan tool for tire pressure monitors. A decent one is not cheap and not easy to program etc. I have a link in the description. (Aprox $150 USD) I will have to do a video on that subject next time one of mine acts up. Auto zone might have one they could scan your tires for free with, maybe. You could try them.

[@kevinwhite5920]

I would use silicone grease on the sensor rubber.

[@MrDasource411]

I'm here trying figure out what the name of the tool to remove that nut.. I run a shop but I don't actually do the work so it's hard time shopping for the shop..

[@unclemarksdiyauto]

Thanks for your comment. Obviously this I not a idea situation and I would highly recommend going to a shop. This isn’t even a video I especially am proud of, but man does it get the views!

[@Charkatak]

Hey, my car has a metal valve stem and TPMS sensor. So the wheel shop replaced TPMS sensor that I bought myself, but when they returned the old sensor back to me, I noticed that the tech didn't install the metal washer. I asked why not, he said it isn't really needed there, as there is a seal inside and valve nut is going to do its job. He also pointed out that if it bothers me, the can unscrew the nut and place the washer without removed the wheel/tire. Do you think it is an issue if that washer isn't installed or no big deal?

[@unclemarksdiyauto]

Honestly I am not an expert on this. Weird if TPMS built with washer that they would not install it. Can they install washer for free? Maybe let them? Let me know how it goes either way!

[@Charkatak]

@@unclemarksdiyauto I ordered another sensor for my other wheel and will ask the tech to make sure this time washer is installed. According to the tech, he can just unscrew the nut and put in the washer back without removing the wheel from the vehicle.

[@unclemarksdiyauto]

@@Charkatak Let us know how it goes.

[@Charkatak]

@@unclemarksdiyauto Will do, thanks!

[@jogehetty]

that right like a basketball ball

[@DOCWHOK9]

Cleaned my pushbike with WD40 exclusively for 20 yrs+ no sign of rubber damage. Probably not the rubber prone to Damage.

[@unclemarksdiyauto]

DOCWHOK9 yes, talked to a ATV mechanic, he agrees no harm to rubber using WD40. Remember to shake the can before use!

[@ZteveW]

Did the TPMS come in the on position? How do you know the batteries are not dead or weak?

[@unclemarksdiyauto]

The way they work is when your tire spins, it causes them to turn on. When the tires stops spinning, they go back to sleep in a few minutes. You need a special tire sensor reader to see battery life and if they work. The batteries are not replaceable.

[@normpeplow3813]

How do the sensors indicate low pressure? Is there some kind of readout that you must buy?

[@unclemarksdiyauto]

Your vehicle must be equipped with this feature. Most newer vehicles have this as standard equipment since around 2007 in the USA.

[@olenaerhardt7725]

@6:55 There is a special tool to remove those old stems. I have one, but looks like really it is easier to cut it off and then just pool out w/hand. Thank you for the detailed film. I'm curious can you install the TPMS sensor for that small spare wheel, which is in the trunk, if the original variant for the car is: no TPMS for the small spare? And can you install different TPSMs for some wheels? Like you had original w/rubber stem and then installed a new w/metal stem, so 3 other wheels have those w/rubber stems. I have original TPMSs w/metal stems and think to install on the spare 5th wheel (to be kept in garage) a TPMS w/rubber stem. Also it would be good to installed TPMS on the small spare in the trunk. I would appreciate any opinion on this matter. Thank you again.

[@unclemarksdiyauto]

It probably depends on the vehicle. Most of the new vehicles know which wheel is which, so if you have a 5th wheel as a spare, and you swap it with one of the others, what wheel did you originally say the spare was, front right, left back? Each wheel usually has it's unique code. The same will be true if your spare in the trunk did NOT have a sensor and now you try to add one. As for rubber to steel stem, as long as it is compatible with the frequency your vehicle TPSMs uses, I don't think it should matter. Does this make sense, Olena?

[@olenaerhardt7725]

@@unclemarksdiyauto Thank you very much for the detailed replay. Our car I need to set the 5th wheel w/tire (for emergencies) is 2009 Nissan Sentra. I bought an extra wheel for that purpose, and now ready to put a new tire on it. I should remark here, that it is very convenient, to have that extra wheel ready to go. I set for our 2 other cars those extras and we benefited from it already once. I replaced already 6 ordinary tires (w/no TPMS), so have some though limited experience, but never worked on TPMS wheels. Seems like not so complicated procedure, but those small things... Thank you for reminding about frequencies, yes, I've read before that the sensor should be of that particular frequency, that is set in the car system. I don't know what the frequency for our Nissan is, owner manual doesn't say as well as Haynes book, and I missed the Shop Manual for that Nissan (most likely it is there), but I'll try to find out. Maybe at Nissan dealer they can tell me about it as well as about those codes for every wheel, and if another code can be added for the small trunk spare. It is not big deal of course, since now I check those small wheels, but still would be good to have the option w/TPMS. Thank you again for your helpful film and comment on my question.

[@unclemarksdiyauto]

@@olenaerhardt7725 here in Manitoba Canada, I usually have a complete set of opposite season tires and rims, so we usually carry a 5th with us on long trips as a emergency spare. Our winter rims do not have sensors in them.

[@olenaerhardt7725]

@@unclemarksdiyauto O my, I didn't realize you are in Canada, it might be very cold there. In that cold probably it would be very hard to replace the tires, though I've read somewhere that those winter tires are more elastic, maybe it is easier to work w/them. In one film 2 guys (farmers) somewhere on the North of US were changing big tractor tire, they were heating it w/smth. When I made inquiry about possible heating (we are in Dallas TX, but still if you need to change it in winter, how to go about it) at Tire Rack, they said you can't do that. That procedure can alter the inner structure of the tire, and it won't be so good anymore. About 5th tire in the car for long trips it is very good idea. I might follow that. I started to carry w/me those rope plugs, since learned to use them, it is pretty easy, just to remove the wheel. Thank you for letting me know that you can be and without those TPMS sometimes. See I was afraid that if I put a spare tire w/different sensor it might mess up all the Sensor System.

[@unclemarksdiyauto]

@@olenaerhardt7725 A indicator light will come on telling you there is a low tire. (Because it can't read missing sensors)

[@flea9663]

Are the tmp sensors came pre programmed?

[@unclemarksdiyauto]

Sorry, I did this video a while back, I'm sure they were NOT pre programmed.

[@olenaerhardt7725]

@9:56 It should be certain torque specs. I'm replacing tires on wheels w/TPMS, and need to paint them, since they are metal and got rusted. I covered the TPMS w/plastic wrap, since don't know the torque for them. I don't know if it is a good idea, since some moisture still can penetrate when you wash the wheel (though not in the area of a stem, but still). I've read somewhere that those stems are not supposed to be replaced every time you replace the tire, so decided not to touch the stems. I don't know much about handling of TPMS, so would appreciate any opinions on this matter. Thank you for a good and informative film, and especially that technique on bead break. I use BeadBuster XB-452, but always think, if that BeadBuster stops working, what to do. Thank you again.

[@unclemarksdiyauto]

As for when to replace the TPSM, they have a internal battery that activates when you start to move. Once you are parked, they turn off. So if you hardly drive, they can last a long time, but if you drive lots, you could need to replace them in 5 years! Depending on the cost, that is what would be my deciding factor as to if they should be replaced or not. This video was suppose to be more a "can I do this" and not a "how to" video. Just a FYI. As for torque specs, I don't know what they recommend.

[@olenaerhardt7725]

@@unclemarksdiyauto Thank you very much for the replay and explanations on terms of TPMS replace. The car has ~61K and those sensors have never been replaced (2009 Nissan Sentra). I've changed tires several times of course, so probably they replaced seal and washer, but I'm not sure. I've purchased several TPMS and Audel device to reprogramm them, but didn't look yet. The sensor on the wheel (I removed the tire) looks fancy, better then those I purchased. I think I'll keep it, I would replace the seal/washer, but that unknown torque... One sensor (REDI-Sensor) I bought on Amazon has detailed instructions on installation. They give torque on aluminum nut 71 in-lbs = 8 Nm and even for Schrader Valve 2.7 in-lbs = 0.3 Nm. But I don't know if those torques are the same for every aluminum nut. For Schrader Valve it should be the same. In those instructions they also say that it is MANDATORY to replace the seal/washer every time the tire is serviced. But no one on YT replaces it on tire w/TPMS work. I'll try to call TireRack, maybe they can advise on this. Thank you again.

[@unclemarksdiyauto]

@@olenaerhardt7725 Let us know what you find, please! Thanks!

[@richardhercus2430]

Amazing what a little soapy water would have done to help you on tire and stem.

[@unclemarksdiyauto]

Sure would have! If I do another one, I will sure use your suggestion! Thanks Richard !

[@mbo7613]

Any risk of damage to the steel belt in the sidewall with this method?

[@unclemarksdiyauto]

To be honest, possibly. I recommend you have a tire shop install these. I was a experiment I did approximately 6 years ago.

[@geyser3445]

Nice way to save $50.

[@padroooo]

Tire shops like to dismount the tire and then charge you for rebalancing the tires. This is really difficult on low profile tires.

[@unclemarksdiyauto]

This was difficult on this tire too Padroooo! When I buy tires after the tire quote, I try to get install & balancing included. Lol

[@olenaerhardt7725]

@9:10 before you put a new TPMS sensor, did you lubricate it somehow, like in the area if the gasket? There are so contradictory opinions on that question. Also when you break the bead can you apply a bit of Ru-Glyde Tire Lubricant? Or bcs of that sensor you can't apply anything. Also when you mount it back you always need to put some sealant, like Bead Don Tire Lubricant Paste. But can you put it where that steam for the sensor is located? Thank you.

[@unclemarksdiyauto]

I am NOT a tire expert, Olena. I did not lube the stem. Maybe you could just lightly lube the part that will end up on the outside of the rim? I don't see how a tire lube would easy breaking the bead on removal since all the resistance is on the inside part of the bead where lube can't get to. I didn't use a bead sealant either & didn't have any issues with rim leaking. (but it was not leaking before either.) Thoughts, Olena?

[@olenaerhardt7725]

@@unclemarksdiyauto I watched more films on the subject and think the approach, when they lube just the edge of the tire would be the best. I usually applied the lubricant on tires and rim, but for tire w/TPMS will do just tire lubrication. But it is very good to know that even without a sealant the tires don't leak. I attached the stem already (no lube), did 71 in-lbs on the nut as recommended in instructions, tomorrow put tire and monitor how everything is going. It is spare full size wheel, so fortunately I have time to experiment.

[@unclemarksdiyauto]

@@olenaerhardt7725 Hope al goes well! Keep us posted, Olena.

[@olenaerhardt7725]

@@unclemarksdiyauto Thank you Mark for your concern w/my questions on TPMS. Yesterday I was busy w/another project (on struts, and I never did them before), so didn't put the tire on that wheel, which was equipped w/new TPMS sensor. And it was pretty good for me, since I saw one 1AAuto film. They say: On some TPMS you need to get the # off the side of it, put it in a scanner and actually program it per wheel. I bought 2 TPMS sensors w/Metal Stem for a spare full-size tire. The sensors are pre-programmed, so I think I need to do steps described above. But those sensors have 2 numbers on each which are different for sensor 1 and sensor 2. How I know which # to enter into the scanner? Do you happen know what is typical for that #? Thank you again.

[@unclemarksdiyauto]

@@olenaerhardt7725 What kind of vehicle is this? (GM vehicles are real easy)

[@JY-tq4ir]

3:20 wow, that's what i need to see

[@unclemarksdiyauto]

Thanks for watching & your comment, J.Y 2023. This is one of my very first videos done about 6 years ago! So many things I would do different in making the video, but hope it helped. My best recommendation is to get a reasonably priced tire shop to do the work.

[@thsarethbreaks]

My dad would drive over the edge of the tire with another vehicle to break the bead.He would take the tire off with a tire iron and hammer.

[@unclemarksdiyauto]

thsarethbreaks my dad did the same thing! I think they were the bias ply tires. Not sure it was good for the tire, nor would it be good for a radial to squash the tire in half right to the ground!

[@pingpong9656]

Won't you have a slow leak if you don't use tire bead sealer around the rim?/

[@unclemarksdiyauto]

I suppose if the rim is not super clean. This rim did not leak after this was done. As you probably figured from the video, I am not a tire expert! LOL! I would suggest a person finding a good tire shop that does work at a reasonable price.

[@Toguro-oy3ld]

I’m going to leave tires up to pros with the right equipment. Good tires are cheap insurance.

[@jgfrakes2736]

Good advice, but I just my own tires, and mount & balance them myself. I Use a tire jack with a ratchet strap to bust the bead from the wheel. It's very effective and I use soapy water on the wheel to help lube it up for removal/ installation

[@LincolnSP150]

Many people are capable and up for the challenge, but if not comfortable doing it yourself, pay a tire service to do it.

[@kongtran2494]

12mm to wrench it off

[@RandySRT]

Use soapy water to seat the bead next time. Works way faster.

[@unclemarksdiyauto]

Thanks Randy. I was in a rush, and honestly did not plan it out properly. LOL. If there is a next time, I will do the soapy water trick!