what determines whether the TPS can be used with the wheel or not?

I'd hate to 'lose' the function by going with some dope-azz wheels.

 

The simple answer to your question is: "The configuration of the rim where the tire pressure valve installs."
If your rim can accomodate the Nissan TPS installed so that the module lays nearly flat against the rim, then you are good to go without going to the trouble of a band-aid strap or other makeshift TPS mounting scheme.

 

I lost the function from my dope a$$ wheels. Not a big deal to me. If I loose pressure I most def can feel it while driving.

 

how can one tell without havng the wheel in front of you whether or not the sensor would lie flat?

anyone have links to other threads where they explain how to transfer it or how to strap it on?

 

scroll to the top of the screen and click on the resources button underneath where it say my350Z.com. There is a full explanation on how and what to use to get the sensors to work. I couldn't find the clips he talks about so i just zip tied mine to the band.

 

where did you find zip ties large enough to wrap around the entire car?

 

 

They are not Zip ties they are steel bands. I dont really like the idea of using those much either though.
A guy @ discount tire told me alot of Vettes with after market wheels and TPSs sensors strapped on end up coming back in regularly. Why? because the band snaps sometimes, allowing all that crap to spin around loose in your wheel.

I am fortunate that my TE 37s fit the TPS monitor. Otherwise I would have ditched em!

 

I did in fact use zip ties to attach the sensor to the band. Have you seen how those bands are made? I don't see how that band could break. I've had mine up to 145- 150 with no problems. If you do just ditch them does the low air light keep coming on?

 

OOOpppss I thought you meant that you zip tied the TPS thing to your whole wheel.

I hope the sensors fit on the wheels I ordered. If not, Ill have to figure something to get them on. Krazy glue perhaps?

Also, does the low air light and beeping happen if you dont use them?

 

If your car was originally equipped with the TPS system and you "ditch" the sensors, there will be just a display of dashes (no numbers) on the screen - no big deal. However, after driving for 40-45 minutes continuously after ignition start, the computer expects to receive TPS signals. If it does not get any signals, the "LOW TIRE PRESSURE" light on the gage pod comes on and stays on until ignition is shut off -- really annoying! HTH,

 

Do you think these would work with the TPS in the hole instead of a strap?

 

How about these? Do you guys think the valves will be able to screw in?

If not, I will resort to a makeshift attachment method...

 

My tire guy broke my TPS sensor while mounting tires to my new wheels. A 400 dollar misatke. I told them to leave the rest alone, so I'm sensorless now. I think you're better off going the 'band' approach.

 

THX723- Sent PM

Anyone else have this issue where the TPS Sensor broke in the process of mounting?

What type of place did you bring the car to ?


Also, Does anyone know if you could technically keep the sensors in the car but not mounted so that the LOW Pressure light doesnt come on as a result of the computer not getting any signals?

Anyone try this?

 

PM sent.

If you did get that working it would surely set off the alarm since they are registering 0 psi outside the tire.

 

lol... too funny... no TPS on my Volks 4 me.. the valve stem is totally different. However I do believe that on certain Volks you can retain the TPS. Mine are for sale(TPS.. Not my Volks)... along with my factory touring 18's

 

No - valve stem hole is oriented in incompatible angle.

 

No - valve stem angle is incompatible with Nissan TPS angle. TPS does not screw to wheel. TPS stem inserts into valve stem hole with rubber grommet to seal. Nut is then screwed to valve stem to secure.

 

silverstone, the sensors have a self contained battery unit that is activated by a centrifugal type switch - in other words, when the wheels are sitting still, no battery power is being drained. Thats why you have to drive over 30 mph to activate the TPS system. Keeping the sensors in the car does no good with the centrifugal switch deactivated. The wheel needs to turn to activate switch so signal is sent from wheel.