Does a Tire Pressure Monitoring System require any periodic maintenance?
Passive systems will only require resetting after any event resulting in a warning message. This may be done by the consumer. Directions are in the owners manual. Active systems do require periodic maintenance. The active system will require resetting by a facility that has proper equipment after incurring a flat tire or rotating tires. Rubber valve stem seals and special valve cores should be replaced during new tire replacement or when age of the components is in question. Central Tire stocks TPMS parts and replacement sensors for most vehicles. Also special technician training is essential for proper TPMS service. [Back to top] • Can my Tire Pressure Monitoring System be damaged Yes, particularly the Active TPMS that has sensors inside the tires. Parts of the sensors are quite fragile, especially the metal alloy valve stem. Simple lateral force applied when checking air pressure with a gauge or adding additional air can snap off the valve stem. The sensor can be damaged during tire
