Joe C Renegade wrote:
Sorry to hijack this post but I've got a related question. I got a quote from a local tire place about some new tires and they asked me if I had the pressure sensors. After I answered 'yes' they tacked on an extra cost ($5 i think) for the install of the new tires (same rims). Do they actually have to do anything extra on the install or are they just charging me more $$ because they can? Can someone give a little explanation on how the pressure sensors work?
Tell this guy this is soooo stupid....
Change the tires don't affect in any way, it suppose you must use the same tire preassure that is indicated by the manufacturer (mine indicates 33 lbs), in any tire...235/70, 245/75, 31x10.5, etc
It is not necessary to remove them from the rims if they change the tires and if they do it is stupid the want to charge for that....
The TPMS is inserted to the rim (secured by a nut inside), so:
1./ This guy does not need to remove them from the rims if he change the tires....
2./ There is no calibration or "other" adjustment to the TPMS
So, the charge is stupid as there is NO action required to the TPMS, they are not charging you because they can, they are charging you because they want!!
I've never heard something so stupid....I mean that place you mention, not you
I work at Continental here en Mexico, we manufacture that parts for Ford and Chrysler
I suggest find another place