TPMS Longevity

[07SilverSpeed6]

I have looked around just about everywhere to find out information about how long the TPMS batteries will last and if they can be replaced. So far, I have only come up with the batteries could last anywhere from 5-7 years, depending on mileage. (I assume this is because they are motion activated.)

Now that 2004s are getting to be around that 5 year mark, has anyone had a TPMS stop functioning due to the battery? Can the batteries be replaced? How old is too old?

I am thinking about picking up another set used for my winter wheel set and I just want to make sure I am not just wasting some $$.

[Z]

was TPMS avaliable in 04?

i think the first i seen them was like in 06 in the tributes.

(atleast here in canada)

[Raider]

I have seen on some other forums to expect up to 10 years out of them.

[07SilverSpeed6]

was TPMS avaliable in 04?

i think the first i seen them was like in 06 in the tributes.

(atleast here in canada)

So far the earliest I have found is Mazda put TPMS on the US 2004 RX-8s for the GT model.

I have seen on some other forums to expect up to 10 years out of them.

How reliable is this? Have other manufacturers reached the end of the service life of the TPMS yet?

[PeaJay]

batteries are not replacable. unless you have a dead sensor (meaning the light is always on with tires set correctly indicating a fault) i wouldnt waste the money on replacing them. if you are worried about the reliability factor then get out and check the pressures with a good old gauge evey once in awhile.

[SATimko]

...And don't let PeaJay change your tires with the TPMS in them...

Hahahaha, sorry, had to say it.

[PeaJay]

ha. my forehead thanks you.

[SATimko]

Hahahah. It's ok. You're still bad ass in my book.

[Kitty]

my roommates turbo cross fire has them. its an 03? and 2 have already died. Chrysler said he had to buy new ones. Then again they are a dealership and want monies.