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April 19, 2012

Chrysler 2009 Challenger (and Charger)  

The tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) in Chrysler Group LLC’s 2009 Challenger and Charger monitors air pressure in the four road tires (the spare is excluded).

Tags: Chrysler, Chrysler Challenger, Chrysler Charger, Tire pressure monitoring systems, TPMS

December 21, 2011

Replace tire valve cores on the Volkswagen Eos  

On 2007-10 Volkswagen Eos vehicles, the tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) utilizes air pressure sensors in the wheels. The sensors transmit radio data signals to the Central Locking and Antitheft System antennas.

Tags: Tire pressure monitoring systems, TPMS, Volkswagen, Volkswagen Eos

<p>A standard snap-in valve (left) next to a TPMS valve, which has a beveled base at the bottom of the threads and an air transfer stem.</p>
September 28, 2011

TPMS: the next generation  

They’re becoming a greater fact of life for tire dealers. Tire pressure monitoring systems (TPMS) have been required on all new vehicles under 10,000 pounds since 2007. But the technology was first required on 10% of vehicles in 2001. Now, some of those older sensors are reaching the end of their service life.

Tags: Tire pressure monitoring systems, TPMS

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August 29, 2011

Low- and high-line versions of TPMS receivers on the Hyundai Elantra  

The tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) on 2008-10 Hyundai Elantras uses a receiver that is available in low-line and high-line versions.

Tags: Mitchell 1, Tire pressure monitoring systems, TPMS

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June 27, 2011

Get serious about BMW 6-Series  

The tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) in 2004-06 BMW 6-Series vehicles keeps track of pressure levels in all four tires. If a significant drop in pressure is detected, the system will turn on a red tire pressure warning message on the control center, and also sound a warning signal. If there is a problem with the system itself, the warning light will be yellow.

Tags: BMW 6-Series, Tire pressure monitoring systems, TPMS

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