Do I need TPMS if I get non run-flats?

GAaaAR · 02-08-2010, 09:52 AM

Hi,

Do I need new TPMS if I get non run flats for my style 189 wheels? Sorry for the newbie questions, but I also heard run flat tires uses special RFT rims, would I have any trouble running regular tires on the 189s?

IRL-MN · 02-08-2010, 11:06 AM

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Originally Posted by GAaaAR

Hi,

Do I need new TPMS if I get non run flats for my style 189 wheels? Sorry for the newbie questions, but I also heard run flat tires uses special RFT rims, would I have any trouble running regular tires on the 189s?

You would still need TPMS sensors fitted to avoid the car throwing a warning everytime you start. If you can live with this you technically wouldn't need to have the sensors fitted, but I'm sure it would be quite annoying!

All OEM wheels will accept either RFT or regular tires. It's a myth that our RFTs require special rims. I'm switching to regular tires this spring and am looking forward to the ride improvement I've heard so much about.

GAaaAR · 02-08-2010, 11:27 AM

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Originally Posted by IRL-MN

You would still need TPMS sensors fitted to avoid the car throwing a warning everytime you start. If you can live with this you technically wouldn't need to have the sensors fitted, but I'm sure it would be quite annoying!

All OEM wheels will accept either RFT or regular tires. It's a myth that our RFTs require special rims. I'm switching to regular tires this spring and am looking forward to the ride improvement I've heard so much about.

Can i re-use my old TPMS if I purchase regular tires?

akack79 · 02-08-2010, 11:31 AM

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Originally Posted by GAaaAR

Can i re-use my old TPMS if I purchase regular tires?

yes

Gary@TireRack · 02-09-2010, 11:17 AM

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Originally Posted by GAaaAR

Can i re-use my old TPMS if I purchase regular tires?

Certainly.

scott_t466 · 02-20-2010, 11:29 AM

Can I use my tpms off my 157's on a set of 162's

WCM3 · 02-20-2010, 02:38 PM

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Can I use my tpms off my 157's on a set of 162's

I believe all the sensors are the same.

Also, if you reuse your sensors, you might want to invest in 4 new valve stems. I believe you need to buy new ones everytime you re-mount the tires. I got 4 for $20 from bavarianx.

bavarian19 · 02-20-2010, 03:09 PM

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Originally Posted by GAaaAR

Can i re-use my old TPMS if I purchase regular tires?

YES

bavarian19 · 02-20-2010, 03:09 PM

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Originally Posted by WCM3

I believe all the sensors are the same.

Also, if you reuse your sensors, you might want to invest in 4 new valve stems. I believe you need to buy new ones everytime you re-mount the tires. I got 4 for $20 from bavarianx.

I think '10 sensors are different.

Mk23 · 02-20-2010, 04:25 PM

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Originally Posted by WCM3

I believe all the sensors are the same.

Also, if you reuse your sensors, you might want to invest in 4 new valve stems. I believe you need to buy new ones everytime you re-mount the tires. I got 4 for $20 from bavarianx.

Where in God's name did you get them at that price?

http://www.exclusive-autosport.com/p...3a001ee3f924af

$175 there, not $20.

mister wiggles · 03-05-2010, 12:03 PM

Do all of our cars have TPMS? if not, how can i check?

alpha325i · 03-05-2010, 07:47 PM

I have a set of CSL wheels I am waiting on tires for. Can i use the TPMS from my OEMs or do I need to buy new ones to avoid trouble codes

Orient330iNYC · 03-05-2010, 07:58 PM

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Originally Posted by Mk335i

Where in God's name did you get them at that price?

http://www.exclusive-autosport.com/p...3a001ee3f924af

$175 there, not $20.

he's talking about the aluminum stems the sensors bolt to

halkordy89 · 03-07-2010, 12:15 AM

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Originally Posted by alpha325i

I have a set of CSL wheels I am waiting on tires for. Can i use the TPMS from my OEMs or do I need to buy new ones to avoid trouble codes

you can switch the tpms from your stock rims to your new rims np

Gary@TireRack · 03-08-2010, 11:14 AM

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Originally Posted by Orient330iNYC

he's talking about the aluminum stems the sensors bolt to

Yep.

Cc328i · 04-15-2010, 02:24 AM

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Originally Posted by halkordy89

you can switch the tpms from your stock rims to your new rims np

What if my aftermarket rims are 19s while my stock rims are 17s? Can i still use my old TPMS? or do i have to do anything with it? Thanks

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