I had my car serviced over the weekend. The technician said that tpms light which has been on for 1 month means I have at least 1 bad tpms since the pressures were all fine. It would cost $280 per tire to repair after diagnosis on which one(s) are bad. Is this reasonable? Is there a way to turn the light off? Thanks.

 

I have t believe there was a mistake in communication about that pricing. Costco only charges about $20 per wheel to replace the sensors during a tire change, and outside of a tire change you'd only need to add $15 per wheel for the dismount/remount/ balance. That totals about $140 for a complete set WITHOUT even getting new tires. It would only be $80 for the complete set replaced when you're getting new tires. Those prices include the programming too,

 

Check prices with your local Infiniti dealer.
I suspect the dealer would be cheaper?

Telcoman

 

ce3po, you can go on Ebay and buy all four or just one OE sensors for very little $$. Any tire store will install sensors and identify the bad sensor for you. From the cost quoted it sounds like you went to the Stealership for service! You should have asked them if you had "Stupid" written on your forehead?
Shop around, call a few independent tire shops and find out what they charge to install tpms sensors. I'm not a fan of those big shops like Goodyear of Firestone and for sure not Pep Boys or Sears! To turn off the dash warning disconnect the negative side of your battery for 15 minutes, it may come back on after you've driven a few miles until replaced!
Gary

 

Lol on that price. You can get brand new after market TPMS for way less. I bought a full set for less than 150.

 

Get a 2nd opinion from americas tire! they are free! I had them scanned all 4 of my wheels when my tpms light came on after driving it through some winter snow. No sensors were bad and they just reset it never came on again.

If you end up having a bad sensor they have them too available for way cheaper than $280. Then just paypal me the rest of the $$$, I'll pm you my paypal info. Thanks

 

Thanks for all of the responses. There was no miscommunication from the Stealership because I asked them twice on the price, and he said $280 per tire. I will shop around and consider replacing them during my next set of tires.

 

I concur with deeliciousqueen. American Tire can scan your TPMS... Usually a faulty sensor or the battery is weak and on it's way out!

 

Apparently these aftermarket sensors are good and work for our cars. Im looking to get as set myself and have them installed at a local tire shop. I can re calibrate myself using the DIY

https://www.amazon.com/VDO-SE10001HP...ype=automotive

 

^^ RockAuto has some on sale right now too:

http://www.rockauto.com/en/catalog/i...le.com+URL+%2F

(just $22.79 ea., no tax, and shipping is only about $3 for the set)

 

Who has experience using these sensors from rock auto? are they reliable and headache free? I'll be needing a set soon.

 

I don't, but Dorman is a known aftermarket replacement part company. IMO, they are considered more of a "value" level parts provider than a top-tier quality supplier. The bigger issue is that it is a relatively simple part, and one that they most likely do not make themselves, instead rebranding one made by a major manufacturer. Even if it only lasted 6-7 years instead of 8-10 years, I would gladly take one of these for the price, as I probably won't even own the car by then anyway.

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PS> if you look closely, you can see that the reason for the steep discount on the Dorman parts is due to an inventory closeout from one of their suppliers. The same part can be had through their current suppliers for about 50% higher price (which is more comparable to the OEM type = DENSO).

 

The VDO Sensor on Amazon I posted for only $29 look like a good bet if you want to save some money. This Video they created sold me, looks like a solid company. Also look at the amazing Amazon reviews!

 

These are usually up for sale - https://www.ebay.com/itm/291546459016

 

Yea no thanks. For $9 more i'll take my chances with a real company, not cheap Ebay Chinese made knockoffs.