Wheel Electronics System (Tire Pressure Monitoring System), Siemens
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WARNING:
If tire sealant was used, then the wheel electronics on that particular wheel must be replaced.
- The Siemens wheel electronics does not have a microencapsulated screw.
- A union nut holds the wheel electronics in place inside the rim
- The metal valve body serves as an antenna.
- The connection between the metal valve body to the wheel electronics must not get damaged.
WARNING:
Counterhold the metal valve from the back by hand when pressing the wheel electronics into the bed on the rim. The connection between the metal valve to the wheel electronics must not get interrupted or damaged. Damaged wheel electronics must be replaced.
-- Press the wheel electronics into the bed.
-- Tighten the wheel electronics to the metal valve with the union nut