How to use TPMS wheels in older truck?

Mojo88

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I have a line on a set of brand new 'take-off' wheels and tires for my wonderful old truck ('03 Chevy Silverado). The wheels/tires are off a 2019 truck and are already fitted with TPMS sensors. Is there any sort of aftermarket device which would allow me to sync up to the GM TPMS and get the readings?

I have searched around online, and I see plenty of Chinese-looking kits where you screw on little TPMS valve caps... But I want to use the existing OEM sensors. Is this possible? Anyone know?

Thanks

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No way of retrofitting to a older vehicle that I know of. Since sensors send different frequency, its a horses ass in even brand new cars. I would pay to actually remove those sensors and install good ole rubber valve stems, that’s if the the take offs aren’t rubber. Most GM sensors are rubber two piece design, so you’ll probably be fine.

After ten years of being a service adviser, I can tell you most people rather uninstall Tpms not install.
 

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GM always used the same frequency for TPMS except for the HD trucks which have both a different frequency and pressure range.

That said, all you need is the reset tool and they should work.
 

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No way of retrofitting to a older vehicle that I know of. Since sensors send different frequency, its a horses ass in even brand new cars. I would pay to actually remove those sensors and install good ole rubber valve stems, that’s if the the take offs aren’t rubber. Most GM sensors are rubber two piece design, so you’ll probably be fine.

After ten years of being a service adviser, I can tell you most people rather uninstall Tpms not install.

Interesting that folks would want to remove them. Thanks



GM always used the same frequency for TPMS except for the HD trucks which have both a different frequency and pressure range.

That said, all you need is the reset tool and they should work.

I should have clarified in my first post - my truck did not come with TPMS. Otherwise, you would likely be correct. Sorry, that's my fault for not being more explicit in my initial questions. Thank you..............

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Interesting that folks would want to remove them. Thanks


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when they’re over $60 a pop to replace, consumers don’t see value in that. But any reputable shop will not disable the system, aka, remove any sensors. So it forces the consumer to buy it.

Most vehicles 2006 and newer will have a system.
 

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I have a line on a set of brand new 'take-off' wheels and tires for my wonderful old truck ('03 Chevy Silverado). The wheels/tires are off a 2019 truck and are already fitted with TPMS sensors. Is there any sort of aftermarket device which would allow me to sync up to the GM TPMS and get the readings?

I have searched around online, and I see plenty of Chinese-looking kits where you screw on little TPMS valve caps... But I want to use the existing OEM sensors. Is this possible? Anyone know?

Thanks

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No system I know of can read OEM sensors unless its for a factory equipped vehicle.

Check out Doran TPMS systems. The sensors are screw on, but the main system is very versatile. We use them on all new Heavy Duty trucks going into Fleet service with ADOT. They can easily be used on a truck or SUV. Whats nice is the system is expandable to be able to monitor your trailers as well. It even features over temp monitoring (via how fast the pressure rate rises) to detect failing wheel bearings. Metal valve stems would be recommended.

Admittedly, the system is optimised for a truck fleet system where the cost of the system is minimal compared to the cost of exploded tires or destroyed wheels bearings. Not to mention the carnage a tire blowout could cause.

But as someone who is very blah on TPMS systems, this one impresses me.
 

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