Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Strap and Cradle: Assembly
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2010 Lincoln MKX and 2010 Ford Edge. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Position the sensor into the new cradle by inserting the hinge end of the sensor into the hook end of the cradle and pushing the opposite end of the sensor down onto the cradle.
- Using wheel and tire cleaner, clean the area where the sensor and cradle are to be installed.
- Remove the adhesive tape liner from the cradle and position the sensor and cradle into the wheel drop well 180 degrees from the valve stem. A video version of this procedure is available on-line.
- Install the tapered end of the strap through the opening of the cradle on the hinge side of the sensor. This will position the worm gear on the locking clip side of the sensor. An animated version of this procedure is available on-line.
- Position the worm gear 13-26 mm (0.5-1.0 in) away from the sensor and tighten the worm gear.
- Tighten to 3 Nm (27 lb-in).
- Install the tire onto the wheel. For additional information, refer to WHEEL AND TIRE .
- Train the tire pressure sensor(s). For additional information, refer to TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS) SENSOR TRAINING .
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Make sure the sensor is fully seated into the new cradle. The sensor will make a "click" noise when fully seated.
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Metal scrapers may damage the wheel. Use only plastic or non-metallic scrapers to remove the cradle adhesive strip residue.
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The sensor and cradle must be installed in the drop well of the wheel, 180 degrees from the valve stem.
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The sensor and cradle must be positioned with the hinge side of the sensor on the RH side when viewed from the curb side (beauty side) of the wheel.
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The sensor has raised markings indicating how to position the sensor.
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Steel wheels have a "high spot" along their circumference. Make sure the strap and sensor are mounted at the lowest spot possible to avoid damaging the sensor during wheel and tire disassembly and assembly.
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Keep the strap parallel with the wheel flange while tightening the worm gear.
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The sensor, cradle and strap may be damaged by incorrect tire mounting or dismounting. Mount the tire only as instructed.
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A new tire pressure sensor is shipped in an off mode (or battery saver mode) and must be turned on before it can be trained. To turn the sensor on, install it on a wheel, mount the tire and inflate the tire to the recommended inflation pressure. Wait at least 2 minutes, then continue with the sensor training procedure.