Do you really need tpms senors???
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03-22-2018, 03:14 PM
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Do you really need tpms senors???
I am ordering some new wheels and tires....just wondering if I don't get tpms sensors what will happen? I don't care about the light staying on, just don't want it to chime all the time or I also heard that the traction control will no be able to disable. Anyone not running tpms sensors with their aftermarket wheels?
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03-22-2018, 03:38 PM
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You don’t have to buy new sensors if your stock ones are still working. Just transfer the stock sensors over to the new wheels and your good to go. Now to answer your original question, no you do not need them, we never had them before and people managed just fine. Your low pressure warning would just always be on which could be frustrating.
I am ordering some new wheels and tires....just wondering if I don't get tpms sensors what will happen? I don't care about the light staying on, just don't want it to chime all the time or I also heard that the traction control will no be able to disable. Anyone not running tpms sensors with their aftermarket wheels?
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03-22-2018, 05:23 PM
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03-22-2018, 05:47 PM
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03-22-2018, 10:13 PM
Does anyone know for sure whether or not you can adjust the TPMS settings with the IDS tool on the 2017's? I have searched and found posts that say Ford has completely disabled that function in IDS and others saying that it "should" be possible. IDS would be my first choice to make this change - if that doesn't pan out I'll try Forscan.
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03-22-2018, 10:48 PM
Does anyone know for sure whether or not you can adjust the TPMS settings with the IDS tool on the 2017's? I have searched and found posts that say Ford has completely disabled that function in IDS and others saying that it "should" be possible. IDS would be my first choice to make this change - if that doesn't pan out I'll try Forscan.
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03-24-2018, 02:23 PM
Sure, you can run without TPMS (idiot light and/or annoying charm or not). But you can also drive around without wearing your seat belt, too. You don't HAVE to have a fire extinguisher or smoke alarms at home, either. See where I'm going with this?
Personally, I like knowing the TPMS will warn me in advance if the tire pressure is low. It gives me time to get to tire repair shop to get it fixed instead of dealing with a flat tire on the side of a busy roadway.
Then again, I lost my left leg to a Buick that slammed into me while I was on the side of the expressway, so perhaps I'm biased ... :/
Personally, I like knowing the TPMS will warn me in advance if the tire pressure is low. It gives me time to get to tire repair shop to get it fixed instead of dealing with a flat tire on the side of a busy roadway.
Then again, I lost my left leg to a Buick that slammed into me while I was on the side of the expressway, so perhaps I'm biased ... :/
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03-24-2018, 02:34 PM
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03-24-2018, 02:40 PM
TPMS
In Maine you will not pass the yearly "Inspection" if your TPMS warning light is on. Maine does make an exception on this, if it is winter and u have your winter wheels and tires on. That's the way we roll up here.
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03-24-2018, 04:47 PM
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03-24-2018, 05:23 PM
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Sure, you can run without TPMS (idiot light and/or annoying charm or not). But you can also drive around without wearing your seat belt, too. You don't HAVE to have a fire extinguisher or smoke alarms at home, either. See where I'm going with this?
Personally, I like knowing the TPMS will warn me in advance if the tire pressure is low. It gives me time to get to tire repair shop to get it fixed instead of dealing with a flat tire on the side of a busy roadway.
Then again, I lost my left leg to a Buick that slammed into me while I was on the side of the expressway, so perhaps I'm biased ... :/
Personally, I like knowing the TPMS will warn me in advance if the tire pressure is low. It gives me time to get to tire repair shop to get it fixed instead of dealing with a flat tire on the side of a busy roadway.
Then again, I lost my left leg to a Buick that slammed into me while I was on the side of the expressway, so perhaps I'm biased ... :/
#14
03-24-2018, 05:49 PM
TPMS is an inexpensive, life saving, system that was designed initially for the aviation industry so the crew knew exactly the state of Nitrogen pressure in each tire. Very critical information during takeoffs and landings. If your lucky enough to have this system in your truck; then I highly recommend you keep it operational and maintain your tire pressures properly. Lastly, if you have a Dually with this system and you get red signaled that something is wrong; do not ignore especially the rear tires. I have seen the total destruction of rear fenders and nearby parts because a tire(s) exploded due to over and under inflations. The cost to repair (parts % labor) approximately $2,200.00 without tire replacement costs; all could have been avoided.
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03-24-2018, 06:24 PM
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TPMS is an inexpensive, life saving, system that was designed initially for the aviation industry so the crew knew exactly the state of Nitrogen pressure in each tire. Very critical information during takeoffs and landings. If your lucky enough to have this system in your truck; then I highly recommend you keep it operational and maintain your tire pressures properly. Lastly, if you have a Dually with this system and you get red signaled that something is wrong; do not ignore especially the rear tires. I have seen the total destruction of rear fenders and nearby parts because a tire(s) exploded due to over and under inflations. The cost to repair (parts % labor) approximately $2,200.00 without tire replacement costs; all could have been avoided.