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

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Lincoln Mark LT and 2007 Ford Pickup. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

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: For 2007 model year, the tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) is not available on vehicles having recommended tire pressures that are different for the front and rear tires (for example, front tires: 345 kPa [50 psi] and rear tires: 414 kPa [60 psi]).

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.

NOTE: Tire pressure sensors are equipped with Lithium-ion batteries and must be disposed of accordingly.

Remove the tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) sensor. For additional information, refer to Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Sensor in this article.

WARNING: The TPMS band is under tension. Always use safety goggles or a face shield and gloves when removing the TPMS band/strap. Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal injury.

Remove a factory installed strap in the following sequence:
- 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.
- Using a large screwdriver and a twisting motion, unbuckle the strap.
- Discard the strap.

Fig 1: Removing Factory Installed Strap

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

To remove a dealer installed strap, turn the worm gear screw until the strap is fully released from the worm gear.
- Discard the strap.

NOTE: To aid assembly, mark the location of the cradle prior to disassembly.

Using a screwdriver, or similar tool, remove the cradle by inserting the screwdriver under the cradle and prying up.