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Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Strap and Cradle: Disassembly

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WARNING: The tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) sensor battery may release hazardous chemicals if exposed to extreme mechanical damage. If these chemicals contact the skin or eyes, flush immediately with water for a minimum of 15 minutes and get prompt medical attention. If any part of the battery is swallowed, contact a physician immediately. When disposing of TPMS sensors, follow the correct procedures for hazardous material disposal. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious personal injury.
NOTE: Tire pressure sensors are equipped with Lithium-ion batteries and must be disposed of accordingly.
NOTE: Tire pressure sensors are manufactured in multiple colors based on their application. When installing a new sensor, make sure the color of the sensor being installed matches the color of the sensor that was removed. The different colored sensors are not  interchangeable.
NOTE: The sensor is available separately, the cradle and strap are available as a strap kit. There are several different strap kits available based on wheel diameter, but all strap kits share the same base part number.
  1. Remove the Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) sensor. For additional information, refer to Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Sensor .
    2. WARNING: Always wear eye protection when servicing a vehicle. Failure to follow this instruction may result in serious personal injury.
    WARNING: Wear protective gloves when handling components or parts that have pointed or sharp edges. Failure to follow this instruction may result in serious personal injury.
  2. Remove a factory-installed strap in the following sequence:
    1. Locate the strap buckle and secure the strap to the wheel using duct tape or a similar item on both sides of the buckle, approximately 25 mm (0.98 in) from the buckle.
    2. Using a large screwdriver and a twisting motion, unbuckle the strap.
    3. Discard the strap.
    3. Fig 1: Identifying Twisting Motion Using Large Screwdriver To Unbuckle Strap
    GF0003008Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. To remove a dealer-installed strap, turn the worm gear screw until the strap is fully released from the worm gear.
    • Discard the strap.
    4. NOTE: To aid assembly, mark the location of the cradle prior to disassembly.
  4. Using a screwdriver, or similar tool, remove the cradle by inserting the screwdriver under the cradle and prying up.
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