Nissan is recalling 143,223 Nissan and Infiniti 2008-2010 model year vehicles. They are equipped with nuts on the TPMS sensors that are constructed with the wrong material. The danger is that these nuts can corrode and crack, causing a rapid loss in air pressure. This nut replacement is proceeding under NHTSA Recall ID #09V393000.

Ford is now using Schrader snap-in style TPMS sensors in several of the 2009 and 2010 models. Remember, ALL vehicles manufactured from the 2008 model year on must have TPMS systems in place, so if you see a rubber valve stem be aware that there is a sensor inside the tire. The valve stems are slightly different, but Schrader says that either valve stem may be used in either application. Our part # for the Ford stem is TPM20018, while the GM part # is TPM20008.

Schrader has sent out a memo to inform all of us that the use of any non-Schrader replacement parts, including TPMS service packs, will void any warranty coverage of their sensors. Hanco stocks a complete line of Original Equipment replacement parts for TPMS applications.

If you cannot remove the metal caps from the valves with your fingers, DO NOT TRY TO DO SO USING A TOOL. Try using penetrating oil to free the cap as many TPMS valves are being broken by using force. Breaking the valve will cost you money!

Valve cores used in the tire pressure monitors are different. They look the same as others but are electroless nickel-plated. Our part number is TPM20055. Failure to use an electroless nickel-plated core will result in galvanic corrosion and eventual loss of tire pressure. Regular cores will seize in a very short amount of time and are impossible to remove.

If the mil light on the dash flashes for 60-90 seconds, the system is inoperable. A solid mil light means there is a problem with one or more tires. Check for low or high pressure in each tire.