TPM Strange Occurrence

AZ-BMW · 08-19-2007, 06:56 PM

3,600 miles on the 335i E93 and no issues with the RFTs or TPM system This past weekend I drove from Phoenix to Zions Natl Park in Southern UT. Again no issues during the trip.

Parked the car overnight in So. UT and in the morning when starting it an RFT warning message was on the Navi screen and a warning icon in the dash display. Went to the TPM screen and it showed an "orange" color on all 4 wheels (What??). None of the tires looked low (maybe with RFTs they never look low?), but I checked and added a little air (just in case) to all 4 tires (not over the 32/39 recommendation). Started the car again and the same warning message was present, so I Reset TPM. "Resetting TPM" appeared in the Navi screen for several minutes, finally shut the car off for the night with "Resetting TPM" still displayed.

The next morning when starting the car, the dash TPM warning icon was still present. Checked tire pressure again and all were OK. Decided to drive the car to a nearby parking lot to check all the tires for nails or whatever. Absolutely nothing! However, just that short drive cleared the TPM warning messages

Since everything appeared to be OK, drove the car back to Phoenix with no issues.

Anyone experience this kind of scenario with the RFTs and TPM system?

jkalex05 · 08-19-2007, 07:02 PM

Check your air pressure every 2000 miles atleast. Make sure they are at recommended level. RFT's are prone to trouble if you don't check for it. Might have just thrown off tire pressure sensor.

TopDown · 08-19-2007, 07:32 PM

Never seen your situation, but I can say;
1. RFs maintain their profile even after losing considerable air pressure. That's one reason for the TPMS.
2. Whenever you change the pressure on a tire yoou need to reset the TPMS. As the owner's manual points out, this means driving the car until you see positive confirmation that the reset is complete.

BTW, one time I got a TPMS warninig in one tire - when I checked it I saw that it had lost 14 psi. Turned out to be a screw.

533ogetnom · 08-19-2007, 07:35 PM

you have to ACUALLY DRIVE for the tpms to reset, RTMFM

jrod1014 · 08-19-2007, 08:38 PM

I typically over-inflate a little... Like 40 psi all around. Over time, it had dropped to 32psi all around and I got a warning, It was red. I inflated them again and the light was gone. Make sure every tire is at minimum, inflated to spec (32 front, 35, rear) and go from there... If any of your rears are 32 or less, that may be why you're getting a light.

GFarra · 08-20-2007, 05:54 PM

Well, I don't find find it strange cuz my TMPS goes off everytime I drive the car. I've had the dealer check the system twice....nothing.

Everytime the warning goes off I pull over and check my pressure...at this point its higher all around due to driving....but consistent front & back

I'm chalking it up to german engineering and overly sensative sensors

George

Couch · 08-23-2007, 09:26 PM

I'm bringing this back up.

I'm having the same issue. Started last Thursday or Friday when I left work. Checked pressure numerous times, added a minimal amount of air (really not needed), looked for anything in tires, and nothing.

Saturday I'm putting the car on the jack and take a more detailed look at each tire.

Also, I've reset the system LAST SATURDAY and still nothing!!! And no choice to reset it again. This is driving me insane.

08-19-2007, 06:56 PM	#1
AZ-BMW Captain 51 Rep 965 Posts Drives: 2009 M3 E93 w/DCT Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Sunny, Warm AZ iTrader: (0)	TPM Strange Occurrence - Need Your Feedback 3,600 miles on the 335i E93 and no issues with the RFTs or TPM system This past weekend I drove from Phoenix to Zions Natl Park in Southern UT. Again no issues during the trip. Parked the car overnight in So. UT and in the morning when starting it an RFT warning message was on the Navi screen and a warning icon in the dash display. Went to the TPM screen and it showed an "orange" color on all 4 wheels (What??). None of the tires looked low (maybe with RFTs they never look low?), but I checked and added a little air (just in case) to all 4 tires (not over the 32/39 recommendation). Started the car again and the same warning message was present, so I Reset TPM. "Resetting TPM" appeared in the Navi screen for several minutes, finally shut the car off for the night with "Resetting TPM" still displayed. The next morning when starting the car, the dash TPM warning icon was still present. Checked tire pressure again and all were OK. Decided to drive the car to a nearby parking lot to check all the tires for nails or whatever. Absolutely nothing! However, just that short drive cleared the TPM warning messages Since everything appeared to be OK, drove the car back to Phoenix with no issues. Anyone experience this kind of scenario with the RFTs and TPM system? __________________ 2009 AW M3 E93 - Black Novillo\|DCT\|ZTP\|ZPP\|752 Enh Audio\|4UT\|Heated Seats\|6FL\|6NF\| For jpg's: http://www.m3post.com/forums/showthr...=186382&page=4 Traded: 2007 335i E93
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jkalex05 Private First Class 12 Rep 101 Posts Drives: e46 M3, e92 335i Join Date: May 2007 Location: Texas iTrader: (0)	Check your air pressure every 2000 miles atleast. Make sure they are at recommended level. RFT's are prone to trouble if you don't check for it. Might have just thrown off tire pressure sensor. __________________ COMING SOON! 07' 335i Coupe / 6MT / Monaco Blue on Black Leather / Brushed Aluminum Trim / ZSP / ZPP / SIRIUS Satellite Radio / HD Radio ///
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TopDown Captain 93 Rep 615 Posts Drives: 2017 G30 540i M Sport Join Date: May 2007 Location: SoCal iTrader: (0) Garage List 2002 BMW Z3 Roadster [0.00] 2007 BMW 335i Coupe [0.00] 2012 BMW 335i Sedan [0.00] 2006 BMW M Roadster [0.00] 2017 BMW 540i [0.00] 2015 BMW 428 Gran C ... [0.00]	Never seen your situation, but I can say; 1. RFs maintain their profile even after losing considerable air pressure. That's one reason for the TPMS. 2. Whenever you change the pressure on a tire yoou need to reset the TPMS. As the owner's manual points out, this means driving the car until you see positive confirmation that the reset is complete. BTW, one time I got a TPMS warninig in one tire - when I checked it I saw that it had lost 14 psi. Turned out to be a screw. __________________ Mine G30 540i M Sport Hers F36 440i Gran Coupe
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533ogetnom Banned 100 Rep 1,760 Posts Drives: 335coupe Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Florida iTrader: (1)	you have to ACUALLY DRIVE for the tpms to reset, RTMFM
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08-19-2007, 08:38 PM	#5
jrod1014 Private 4 Rep 96 Posts Drives: SG/CR BMW 335i Coupe Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Miami, FL iTrader: (0)	I typically over-inflate a little... Like 40 psi all around. Over time, it had dropped to 32psi all around and I got a warning, It was red. I inflated them again and the light was gone. Make sure every tire is at minimum, inflated to spec (32 front, 35, rear) and go from there... If any of your rears are 32 or less, that may be why you're getting a light. __________________ 2007 Sparking Graphite/Coral Red BMW 335i Coupé, 6MT (ZPP, ZSP, CA)
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08-20-2007, 05:54 PM	#6
GFarra Enlisted Member 10 Rep 37 Posts Drives: 2007 e92 335 in Space Grey Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Northern NJ iTrader: (0)	Well, I don't find find it strange cuz my TMPS goes off everytime I drive the car. I've had the dealer check the system twice....nothing. Everytime the warning goes off I pull over and check my pressure...at this point its higher all around due to driving....but consistent front & back I'm chalking it up to german engineering and overly sensative sensors George __________________ 335 Coupe, Space Grey, Black Dakota with Dark Walnut Trim, Sport, Cold Weather, Premium, & Step-tronic
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08-23-2007, 09:26 PM	#7
Couch Colonel 146 Rep 2,900 Posts Drives: E92 335i Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Houston iTrader: (0) Garage List 2007 E92 335i [0.00]	I'm bringing this back up. I'm having the same issue. Started last Thursday or Friday when I left work. Checked pressure numerous times, added a minimal amount of air (really not needed), looked for anything in tires, and nothing. Saturday I'm putting the car on the jack and take a more detailed look at each tire. Also, I've reset the system LAST SATURDAY and still nothing!!! And no choice to reset it again. This is driving me insane.
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