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5-1/2 years for me.
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TPMS battery lifetime is based on how often used - miles (or kilometers) the vehicle is driven does impact battery life
This is because most modern TPMS sensors spend most of their time in a very low-power “sleep” mode when the vehicle is parked. This is essential because the sensors have sealed batteries that are not replaceable and are expected to last roughly 7-12 years (or less in Bronco Sports apparently)
When the vehicle is parked for example, it will wake up and communicate much less often than when the vehicle is moving
This is because most modern TPMS sensors spend most of their time in a very low-power “sleep” mode when the vehicle is parked. This is essential because the sensors have sealed batteries that are not replaceable and are expected to last roughly 7-12 years (or less in Bronco Sports apparently)
When the vehicle is parked for example, it will wake up and communicate much less often than when the vehicle is moving
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That's awesome. I had a screw in a tire. Went to Discount Tire and they told me to come back in 2 1/2 days for a fix. I went to Big O and was in and out in 20 min.
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Mark, great to have you back. Hope all is well and you continue to add to the forum in the future.Gang,
Long time no post! For those who missed me, I'm still here.
I recently got a warning on start up about the right front tire pressure monitor. After acknowledging the pop-up warning the TPMS icon flashed for several seconds, then remained lit. This is an indication of a bad sensor. TPMS sensors require batteries that will eventually die; the internet seems to think about five years is the expected service life; I bought my car in November of 2021. I decided to just replace them all at the same time.
At any rate, I purchased a set of sensors from Amazon, and contacted my local Discount Tire shop, which is the real subject of this post. The folks there didn't blink an eye about me bringing my own parts. The young man working the counter whipped out his TPMS programming tool, tested the sensors, then put my car up on the lift when they all tested good. I brought my iPad so I had something to do while I waited. I had just gotten comfortable with a nice eBook open when the counterman called my name. Hmmm, 10 minutes. Wow, that was quick!
When I called ahead I'd been quoted $20/tire, but I was only charged $40. I got a receipt that noted the pressure each tire had been serviced to, and the torque used for all the lug nuts. If you aren't a Discount Tire customer you should consider visiting a shop the next time you need tires or service.
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Wal mart baby 28.00 per sensor installed. Lucedale Ms had 2 of my cars done last monthGang,
Long time no post! For those who missed me, I'm still here.
I recently got a warning on start up about the right front tire pressure monitor. After acknowledging the pop-up warning the TPMS icon flashed for several seconds, then remained lit. This is an indication of a bad sensor. TPMS sensors require batteries that will eventually die; the internet seems to think about five years is the expected service life; I bought my car in November of 2021. I decided to just replace them all at the same time.
At any rate, I purchased a set of sensors from Amazon, and contacted my local Discount Tire shop, which is the real subject of this post. The folks there didn't blink an eye about me bringing my own parts. The young man working the counter whipped out his TPMS programming tool, tested the sensors, then put my car up on the lift when they all tested good. I brought my iPad so I had something to do while I waited. I had just gotten comfortable with a nice eBook open when the counterman called my name. Hmmm, 10 minutes. Wow, that was quick!
When I called ahead I'd been quoted $20/tire, but I was only charged $40. I got a receipt that noted the pressure each tire had been serviced to, and the torque used for all the lug nuts. If you aren't a Discount Tire customer you should consider visiting a shop the next time you need tires or service.
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