C. Valve Stem Damage

c. TPMS VALVE STEM DAMAGE





CAUTION:
DO NOT reuse the valve core if it has been removed. If the valve core has been removed, install only a NON BRASS type valve core as a replacement.

Cautions during TPMS sensor removal and installation:

1. Removal:

^ (1) Start unseating the tire bead about 6 inches (15cm) from the TPMS valve stem.

^ (2) Make sure that the removal tool does not touch the TPMS sensor while unseating the tire bead.

^ (3) When unfastening the TPMS sensor, hold it securely without rocking.





2. Installation:

^ (1) Do not exceed the allowed torque and DO NOT use electric or pneumatic tools. Tightening torque = 3.0 lb. ft. (4 Nm, 0.4 Kg. m)

NOTE:
Always use a new TPMS valve nut.

^ (2) Attach the sensor to the rim firmly.

^ (3) Hold the sensor and assemble the valve stem to the sensor by hand.

^ (4) Secure the TPMS sensor by rotating the valve stem clockwise with a torque wrench.

^ (5) After installing the TPMS sensor, check to ensure it is attached to the rim firmly.

^ (6) Start seating the tire bead about 15cm (6 inches) from the TPMS valve stem.

^ (7) Make sure that the tool does not touch the TPMS sensor while seating the tire bead.