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Old Oct 6, 2023 | 01:32 PM
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Default Re: Tires always need air put in them

Originally Posted by pizzaguy
The only cars that have "valve stems" are Base and SE models. Limiteds and SRTs have TPMS sensors with integrated "valve stems", I do not believe that exact replacement o-rings are available without spending $400 for a new set of compatible sensors, but you could call Rob at Needswings and see if he can source something suitable.

OR, just have a shop take the tire off, remove the TPMS sensor and toss it in the trash and have them install a new, actual valve stem - and just run without TPMS. My SE has never had TPMS, as I indicated above, nor does it have a steering wheel airbag.
I do not know what he means by an o-ring. There are TPMS rebuilt kits (plastic cap, nickel plated valve core, rubber grommet and aluminum nut). This isn't something a DIY would change. Any reputable tire shop such as a Discount Tire will have these in stock and change them at no cost with any tire service that involves the tire being removed from the wheel.
 
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