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Old 08-11-2009, 09:19 AM
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10 Ply Tire Upgrade and pressure sensor

I recently upgraded my 07 Expedition's EL's Tires's to exact same size 10 ply on 17" stock Ford wheels and improved the ride tremendously, particualry when towing. I even like the ride better when not towing,
very similar to the feel of my old Harley Supercharged pickup as far as the
ride.

This vehicle weighs 6,000 # empty and should have these tires on it from the factory.

These tires are rated to 80 psi and we are running 60.

However, now the tire sensor light stays on and overides the other
dash computer functions.

Ford will NOT reprogram the sensors, saying that they must match the
psi listed on the door.

Does anyone sell aftermaket sensors that interact with the Ford system
that I could buy and replace the stock sensors to reflect the higher pressure in the tires?

Thanks!

Scott
 
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Old 08-12-2009, 01:35 PM
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it's a $6000 fine up here for any dealer or tire shop to mess with the sensors in that way.federal laws etc.starting in mid 07/08 what comes on vehicle has to be replaced with same stuff.Lt vs LT -P vs P tire
 
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