ABOUT TPMS

DID YOU KNOW?

A faulty TPMS sensor can now result in an immediate MOT failure. As of 1st January 2015 any car manufactured from 2012 onwards that is displaying a TPMS warning light on the dashboard due to a system malfunction will automatically fail its MOT test.

There are 2 types of TPMS systems are fitted on cars today. Direct systems use radio sensors mounted inside of each wheel to measure the tyre pressures – they ‘directly’ measure the pressure within each tyre and send the data to a control unit whereas Indirect systems utilise the vehicle’s existing ABS sensors to measure and compare the rotational speeds of the tyres and vibrations to ‘indirectly’ calculate the pressure within the tyres. Both types of system work with the vehicle’s ECU to alert the driver via dashboard warning lights to any pressure loss or variance issues.

At Sambo's Tyres we're equipped with state of the art digital, diagnostic and hand tools necessary to service or replace the TPMS sensor valves on every make and model of car. If you are unsure about anything regarding TPMS, please get in touch for help. We supply a cost-effective replacement sensor, or OEM sensor which clones your existing settings for a fraction of the price of a dealer replacement. We can diagnose your current TPMS sensors and check battery health and condition in order for it continue to work correctly.

TPMS VALVES

Those who prefer a sleek stealth look or those who wish to colour co-ordinate with dark coloured wheels, we supply and fit TPMS valves for any car, in the choice of silver & black,