TPMS Question

Deadeye · 01-28-2013, 10:19 PM

I just bought a new 2012 Rav4, and managed to score an extra set of 2012 Rav4 tires and wheels, that I plan on putting studded snows on.

I have gotten mixed answers from the dealership as to whether the TPMS on the new wheels will work with my vehicle. I have been told that they will with no problem. I have also been told that the system will need to be re-programed, and then this will have to be done again when I change back to the original wheels. This sounded a bit strange to me.

Does anyone have experience with the Toyota TPMS? Can you answer this for me? Also is the dealership the only one that can program these?

Thanks!

Carbon · 01-28-2013, 10:55 PM

There are various choices including having separate TPMS sensors in the new wheel. Yes, the computer needs reprogrammed. The Techstream software can do that. How to disable TPMS (How to turn off TPMS light)

Dr. Dyno · 01-28-2013, 11:41 PM

As Carbon linked to there are lots of options. Post #86 from just yesterday is VERY interesting.

Deadeye · 01-29-2013, 02:29 PM

I guess maybe I wasn't clear on my original message. The wheels and tires I purchased are take-off, and have the sensors in them. Ideally what I would like to be able to do is to change them out with the seasons, with all 8 sensors on the same frequency, so I don't have to have anything re-progammed every time I do this. I would like to keep the TPMS functional. Is this possible?

vanib · 01-29-2013, 02:35 PM

I believe that you can register 2 sets of TPMS sensors. May be JuneBug or someone can chime in if this is possible with TechStream software from Ebay. ($25)

Carbon · 01-29-2013, 02:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Deadeye

I guess maybe I wasn't clear on my original message. The wheels and tires I purchased are take-off, and have the sensors in them. Ideally what I would like to be able to do is to change them out with the seasons, with all 8 sensors on the same frequency, so I don't have to have anything re-progammed every time I do this. I would like to keep the TPMS functional. Is this possible?

#1Yes. You could get the programmable sensors and have the ID numbers cloned to match your existing sensors.

#2 Yes-- if you get regular sensors with their own pre-programmed ID number, and you do the programming, you would not say you are having to have it reprogrammed [by somebody else].

You can reprogram at each change. Order up the cable and Techstream software. Toyota Techstream and MVCI

01-28-2013, 10:19 PM	#1 (permalink)
Deadeye Junior Member Country: Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Oregon Posts: 2 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts Feedback Score: 0 reviews	TPMS Question I just bought a new 2012 Rav4, and managed to score an extra set of 2012 Rav4 tires and wheels, that I plan on putting studded snows on. I have gotten mixed answers from the dealership as to whether the TPMS on the new wheels will work with my vehicle. I have been told that they will with no problem. I have also been told that the system will need to be re-programed, and then this will have to be done again when I change back to the original wheels. This sounded a bit strange to me. Does anyone have experience with the Toyota TPMS? Can you answer this for me? Also is the dealership the only one that can program these? Thanks!

01-28-2013, 10:55 PM	#2 (permalink)
Carbon Advanced Member Country: Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: NE Illinois Posts: 3,889 Thanks: 6 Thanked 136 Times in 133 Posts Feedback Score: 0 reviews	There are various choices including having separate TPMS sensors in the new wheel. Yes, the computer needs reprogrammed. The Techstream software can do that. How to disable TPMS (How to turn off TPMS light) __________________ 2009 V6 4wd Base

01-28-2013, 11:41 PM	#3 (permalink)
Dr. Dyno Advanced Member Country: Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Eastern CT Posts: 2,838 Thanks: 73 Thanked 127 Times in 123 Posts Feedback Score: 0 reviews	As Carbon linked to there are lots of options. Post #86 from just yesterday is VERY interesting. __________________ Fred __________________ 2006 RAV4 V6 4WD Red Limited 2006 Accord V6 Hybrid - quick as the RAV but +8 mpg 1999 F-250 4X4 Diesel - snow plow, Bully Dog chip 2001 F-250 4X4 Diesel - truck camper, TS chip, 20' bike/trike dyno trailer 2004 Suzuki DRZ-400S Dual Sport It's the pedal (or the handgrip) on the right!!

01-29-2013, 02:35 PM	#5 (permalink)
vanib Advanced Member Country: Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Ottawa, ON, Canada Posts: 2,965 Thanks: 68 Thanked 169 Times in 156 Posts Feedback Score: 0 reviews	I believe that you can register 2 sets of TPMS sensors. May be JuneBug or someone can chime in if this is possible with TechStream software from Ebay. ($25) __________________ 2008 Base Rav4, 4 Cylinder, 4WD My upgrades Allen Spare tire Bike Rack Currently listening to "Crimson Glory - Astronomica"

01-29-2013, 02:29 PM	#4 (permalink)
Deadeye Junior Member Country: Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Oregon Posts: 2 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts Feedback Score: 0 reviews	I guess maybe I wasn't clear on my original message. The wheels and tires I purchased are take-off, and have the sensors in them. Ideally what I would like to be able to do is to change them out with the seasons, with all 8 sensors on the same frequency, so I don't have to have anything re-progammed every time I do this. I would like to keep the TPMS functional. Is this possible?

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