Today’s automobiles include a variety of advanced safety and convenience features, including TPMS sensors. These sensors monitor things like oil pressure, temperature, and battery levels and send alerts to the driver or system if something goes wrong. If you have a GM vehicle that was built after 2009, you likely have TPMS sensors installed. However, if you ever need to program or change the settings on your TPMS sensors, you may not be familiar with how to do it. In this blog post, we will teach you how to program new TPMS sensors on Gm vehicles. We will also provide tips on how to troubleshoot common issues with your TPMS system. By following our instructions, you will be able to get your car back up and running like new in no time!
What is a TPMS Sensor?
TPMS sensors are located on most GM vehicles and monitor the air pressure in the tires. When the tire pressure gets too low, the TPMS sensor will send a signal to the vehicle’s computer, warning the driver. TPMS sensors can be easily programmed by following these steps:
1. Locate the TPMS sensor on your car. It is usually located behind the wheel or below it in the chassis.
2. Remove the cover from the sensor using a Phillips-head screwdriver. Be careful not to lose any of the screws that hold it in place.
3. Tip the sensor up so that you can see its wiring connector inside its housing. The connector has two white wires going into it (one goes to ground and one goes to battery), and one black wire coming out of it (this wire goes to your car’s computer).
4. Disconnect both white wires from the connector, then connect one red wire to each white wire (this will make a “hot” connection). Connect another red wire to one black wire coming out of the connector, then connect this second black wire to ground (this will make a “neutral” connection). Replace the cover onthe sensor and screw it back in place.
How to Program a New TPMS Sensor on GM Vehicles
If you have a newer GM vehicle with a TPMS sensor, there are a few things you need to do in order to program the sensor. The first thing you will need is a scan tool. You can buy one or borrow one from a friend.
Once you have the scan tool, open it up and plug your vehicle into it. Once it’s plugged in, hit the “scan” button and wait for it to finish. Once it’s done, you will see a list of codes on the screen.
The first code is for the frontal sensors. To program these, click on the number that corresponds with your sensor and hit “write.” Then, hit “start.” After that, drive your vehicle normally and keep an eye on the tachometer readings. When they start getting low, go back to the scan tool and hit “read.” The next code is for the rear sensors, so repeat steps 2-4 but for that code instead of writing, hit “read.”
When both sets of codes have been programmed, your new TPMS sensor is ready to go!
What to Do If Your Old TPMS Sensor Doesn’t Work
If your old TPMS sensor doesn’t work, there are a few things you can do to get it working again. The first option is to replace the sensor. If that doesn’t work, the next step is to reprogram the sensor. Here are the steps to take: 1) Open the hood of your car and disconnect the negative battery cable. 2) Remove the screw that holds down the sensor cover. 3) Remove the two screws holding down the TPMS module (one on each side). 4) Lift up the TPMS module and remove it from the car. 5) Plug in a spark plug wire (the black one) to one end of a new TPMS sensor and plug in another wire (the red one) to another end of the new sensor. 6) Reconnect all of the connections and replace the TPMS module on your car. 7) Replace the screw that holds down the sensor cover and reattach the negative battery cable. 8) Close your hood and test your sensors by turning on your car and then driving around for a few minutes. If everything works correctly, you’re done!
Conclusion
If you’re like most drivers, your TPMS sensors are collecting dust because you never had the time or the inclination to learn how to program them. Don’t worry — we’ve got your back. In this article, we’ll show you step-by-step how to program a new TPMS sensor on a GM vehicle in just a few minutes. Not only will this save you time and hassle down the road, but it’ll also keep your car running smoothly and protect it from potential costly repairs. So what are you waiting for? Get started by following our simple instructions!