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[bavarianx]

We thought that it would help out them members to go over the correct way to install TPMS in most aftermarket and OEM wheels. There will be slight differences if you have multi-piece or older wheels that are NOT TPMS friendly. They may require an adapter.

First you will need your new TPMS sensor and correct size valve stem.



You should have an extra washer and holder stick with them valve kit.



Attach Torx valve screw to base of sensor.



Insert valve stem into new wheel. Make sure it is a standard valve stem hole.



Add single washer.



Attach valve stem nut.



For BMW's BERU/HUF TPMS set torque tool to 35in/lbs.



Tighten to torque.









Most shops will have a TPMS testing tool to make sure the sensor is activated properly and ready to perform on your new set of wheels.



Done. We would like to thank the guys at ShopTPMS for the great pics. Post up any questions you have. Thanks

[Everfly]

What is the purpose of the long metal stick for? Thanks

[AW128i]

Helpful, especially since I'll be doing this shortly with OE sensors and rebuild kits from TireRack. However, the pics/instructions don't detail how you attach the valve stem to the sensor. Also, as mentioned above, what's the black stick for?

[1Fasst1]

Originally Posted by Everfly

What is the purpose of the long metal stick for? Thanks

You insert the rod through a hole in the valve stem to keep it from rotating while tighting the stem to the sensor. You can see the hole in the stem in the third pic.

[bavarianx]

Originally Posted by 1Fasst1

You insert the rod through a hole in the valve stem to keep it from rotating while tighting the stem to the sensor. You can see the hole in the stem in the third pic.

Correct. And these are the same as OEM, HUF/BERU makes them for BMW.

[djpeetur]

do we use all the washer?

[bavarianx]

Originally Posted by djpeetur

do we use all the washer?

Only the flat washer

[135iMike]

Super helpful, great post.. Do you guys have an estimated amount of time it takes to complete all four?

[VMRWheels]

Nice write up. Glad you posted it here on the 1-series forum as well

[DCC]

Is there threadlock needed on the valve stem collar?
I know its rated for 4nm torque, but was wondering if threadlock would aid in the long run from vibration...
Thanks

[K2N]

I got TPMS from US but i think there's no set torque tool in Vietnam and the testing tool. So is it that impossible to install without these tools?

Many thanks to valued replies.

Mr Neo

[TheSt|G]

Originally Posted by K2N

I got TPMS from US but i think there's no set torque tool in Vietnam and the testing tool. So is it that impossible to install without these tools?

Many thanks to valued replies.

Mr Neo

Here's the wrench:
KD Tools 2955 Beam Torque Wrench (0-60-Inch/Pounds 1/4-Inch drive)
http://amzn.com/B00004SQ3B

You don't need the other tool for install.

[K2N]

Many thanks

[Kracken]

Originally Posted by 1Fasst1

You insert the rod through a hole in the valve stem to keep it from rotating while tighting the stem to the sensor. You can see the hole in the stem in the third pic.

Your refering to the small bolt that holds the sensor to the stem? Correct? Do you know the torque value by any chance? Discount tire actually cracked my sensor right where the small bolt installs when I went in to get 4 tires intalled. They are claiming it was already cracked and are charging me for a new one..doing my best to challenge this. I cant stand dishonest tire shops...besides, their crap new sensor doesnt even work...my god

[potxoli]

Question. How far does the tpms sensor need to be from the wheel wells to be picked up? I think they are useless. My winter wheels don't have them. I need new tires on my summer wheels, so I'm toying with the idea fastening them in the trunk and engine compartment somehow once I change the tires. This way a single set would keep the idiot light off the dash and I can change rims whenever I want.

Would that work?

[PrematureApex]

^^^IMHO, it's well worth the $100 to either buy the cable to code this stupid things out (or the $100 to have someone else code it).

I know some versions can be tossed in a pressurized canister and carried around...but I'm not sure if BMW's can be tricked in that way.

But anyway, for $100, not sure it's worth it to rig something up like that vs. disabling the thing all together.

Sell you existing sensors for $150 or $200, and profit from getting rid of them!

[Fifty3bags]

This is probably a dumb question, but I've never dealt with TPMS type systems before. When swapping tires, does anything need to be done with the TPMS? Also I'm assuming TPMS can be swapped from wheel to wheel (say you get a new set of wheels), when doing this is a new gasket or anything needed when swapping from wheel to wheel?

[bavarianx]

Originally Posted by Kracken

Your refering to the small bolt that holds the sensor to the stem? Correct? Do you know the torque value by any chance? Discount tire actually cracked my sensor right where the small bolt installs when I went in to get 4 tires intalled. They are claiming it was already cracked and are charging me for a new one..doing my best to challenge this. I cant stand dishonest tire shops...besides, their crap new sensor doesnt even work...my god

Two different things, the rod holds the base while tightening the hex nut, the screw in the base holds the sensor to the valve.

[bavarianx]

Originally Posted by potxoli

Question. How far does the tpms sensor need to be from the wheel wells to be picked up? I think they are useless. My winter wheels don't have them. I need new tires on my summer wheels, so I'm toying with the idea fastening them in the trunk and engine compartment somehow once I change the tires. This way a single set would keep the idiot light off the dash and I can change rims whenever I want.

Would that work?

They need to be in the wheel well.

[bavarianx]

Originally Posted by Fifty3bags

This is probably a dumb question, but I've never dealt with TPMS type systems before. When swapping tires, does anything need to be done with the TPMS? Also I'm assuming TPMS can be swapped from wheel to wheel (say you get a new set of wheels), when doing this is a new gasket or anything needed when swapping from wheel to wheel?

Different years use different part numbers, check real OEM for the correct part number and go from there.

[PrematureApex]

Originally Posted by bavarianx

They need to be in the wheel well.

I don't think they do to be in range. But they have to be rotating.

[Fifty3bags]

Originally Posted by bavarianx

Different years use different part numbers, check real OEM for the correct part number a go form there.

@bavarianx I'm more referring to the TPMS already on my car