How to install BMW TPMS

bavarianx · 03-22-2012, 11:57 PM

We thought that it would help out them members to go over the correct way to install TPMS in most aftermarket and OEM wheels. There will be slight differences if you have multi-piece or older wheels that are NOT TPMS friendly. They may require an adapter.

First you will need your new TPMS sensor and correct size valve stem.

You should have an extra washer and holder stick with them valve kit.

Attach Torx valve screw to base of sensor.

Insert valve stem into new wheel. Make sure it is a standard valve stem hole.

Add single washer.

Attach valve stem nut.

For BMW's BERU/HUF TPMS set torque tool to 35in/lbs.

Tighten to torque.

Most shops will have a TPMS testing tool to make sure the sensor is activated properly and ready to perform on your new set of wheels.

Done. We would like to thank the guys at ShopTPMS for the great pics. Post up any questions you have. Thanks

edirtaynine · 03-23-2012, 12:28 AM

nice!

Brian@bavarianx · 03-23-2012, 07:14 PM

If you have any questions regarding TPMS, we're more than happy to help.

AYF80 · 03-23-2012, 08:11 PM

Quick question, do we need to have the TPMS in our wheels or is it just an option?

what would be the issue if i did not install them?

bavarianx · 03-24-2012, 01:19 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by HPF 335i #1

Quick question, do we need to have the TPMS in our wheels or is it just an option?

what would be the issue if i did not install them?

You will get an error code on your dash or i-drive depending on model. I have noticed that on vehicles with TPMS removed for long term (months) the error code will not go away without a flash from the dealer when a new set is put in.

VMRWheels · 03-26-2012, 01:52 AM

Great post!

beantown · 03-28-2012, 03:32 PM

is there a surefire way of telling if your new wheels will be compatible with the oem sensors?

AYF80 · 03-30-2012, 12:12 PM

ok, can you PM me, i need a set for the VMR 710s i just got.

racinghart · 03-30-2012, 01:39 PM

Good info, thanks for sharing.

bavarianx · 03-31-2012, 06:35 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by beantown

is there a surefire way of telling if your new wheels will be compatible with the oem sensors?

Pretty much all 1 piece wheels are compatible, it's the multi piece that all differ depending on where the valve hole was drilled in the wheel.

daveishi · 03-31-2012, 06:39 PM

pricing for a set of TPMS? Go ahead and PM me if you like. also is there a difference between BERU and HUF? Are they both BMW OEM manufacturers or are they the same company?

beantown · 03-31-2012, 07:14 PM

thanks for your reply

bavarianx · 04-01-2012, 01:31 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by daveishi

pricing for a set of TPMS? Go ahead and PM me if you like. also is there a difference between BERU and HUF? Are they both BMW OEM manufacturers or are they the same company?

As of January 2012 HUF purchased the TPMS division of BERU. So now all BMW OE TPMS is manufactured by HUF.

Didac · 04-01-2012, 08:53 AM

I need a set for my new rims, where can I get a set ?? Any one??

Thank you
Diego

RedSled · 04-02-2012, 03:57 PM

whats the small metal pole for?

daveishi · 04-02-2012, 07:58 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RedSled

whats the small metal pole for?

what is that thing for?

Edit: just noticed it is referred to above as a "holder stick"

RedSled · 04-02-2012, 09:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by daveishi

what is that thing for?

Edit: just noticed it is referred to above as a "holder stick"

ok. whats the holder stick supposed to hold?

08-335i · 04-02-2012, 09:53 PM

quick question: i am about to buy vmr 710 and can i just use my old sensors from my stock wheels? thanks

bavarianx · 04-02-2012, 11:19 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RedSled

ok. whats the holder stick supposed to hold?

It holds the base of the valve stem while you tighten the nut.

RedSled · 04-04-2012, 06:17 PM

got a new set of OEM valve stems today and the securing nut is longer and there are no more washers. did they revise the design?

bavarianx · 04-16-2012, 05:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RedSled

got a new set of OEM valve stems today and the securing nut is longer and there are no more washers. did they revise the design?

The dealer now has a different version.

chiaobaby · 05-22-2012, 12:30 PM

whats the extra thick washer used for?

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