Learn when TPMS sensor replacement is needed, how sensor modes work, and tips for troubleshooting signal issues in the shop.

One of the most common sensor issues you may encounter is with your car's TPMS sensor, but is it a sensor that you can replace by yourself?

What Causes The Sensors To Fail? A couple of reasons may contribute to the rapid degradation of the TPMS sensors: The number of miles driven. Generally, It’s recommended that you go for a tire ...

A Tire pressure monitoring system or TPMS sensors can be found on many modern vehicles. However, many new tires don't have them anymore. Here's why.

When a vehicle is pulled into the shop, take a moment to look at the dashboard. If the TPMS light is flashing or solid, time ...

TPMS or Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems are now standard equipment on today's passenger vehicles. TPMS sensors gather data in real time and often are attached to the back of the valve stem or banded ...

But, the Dorman TPMS (PN RNB-974-009) come with metal valve stems and are a fraction of the cost of the GM sensors at under $31. So I figured we’d give them a shot in the name of science.