Different TPMS Sensors ??

capri · 12-11-2012, 05:06 PM

Hi guys

am buying a new set of Alufelgen rims and was wondering about the tire pressure monitor sensor and stem valves.
My car registration says that my BMW 135i is a 2011; but based on the VIN code it was build on 5/2010.

On tire rack, when buying wheels it will ask whether the car was built before 9/2010 or after 9/2010.

In short, are there two different type of sensors ??

Does a new rim also come with a stem valve or this is an optional item ??

Does a TPMS work with any rims specified for BMW ?

is there also different brands for TPMS that has compatibility issues from one rim manufacturer to the other ?
Last but not least, where is the cheapest place to source the TPMS and the stem valve ?

Thanks for the help.
Capri

Gary@TireRack · 12-11-2012, 06:08 PM

There are two different sensors. Yours will have the older version. The retailer of those rims should be able to confirm compatibility for you. We sell the sensor for $40 and the valve for $8.

12-11-2012, 05:06 PM	#1
capri Private First Class 18 Rep 146 Posts Drives: 2011 135i Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Philippines iTrader: (0)	Different TPMS Sensors ?? Hi guys am buying a new set of Alufelgen rims and was wondering about the tire pressure monitor sensor and stem valves. My car registration says that my BMW 135i is a 2011; but based on the VIN code it was build on 5/2010. On tire rack, when buying wheels it will ask whether the car was built before 9/2010 or after 9/2010. In short, are there two different type of sensors ?? Does a new rim also come with a stem valve or this is an optional item ?? Does a TPMS work with any rims specified for BMW ? is there also different brands for TPMS that has compatibility issues from one rim manufacturer to the other ? Last but not least, where is the cheapest place to source the TPMS and the stem valve ? Thanks for the help. Capri
	Appreciate 0 Tweet Quote

12-11-2012, 06:08 PM	#2
Gary@TireRack Moderator 369 Rep 4,745 Posts Drives: Formerly 1995 M3 Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: South Bend, IN, Tire Rack HQ iTrader: (2)	There are two different sensors. Yours will have the older version. The retailer of those rims should be able to confirm compatibility for you. We sell the sensor for $40 and the valve for $8. __________________ Gary. Tire and Wheel Forum Moderator. Tire Rack Sales Rep Gary@Tirerack.com http://www.tirerack.com/a.jsp?a=AH8&url=index.jsp Please refer to 'Gary/E90 Post' as your previous contact when you order online to help support this forum.
	Appreciate 0 Quote