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Old 06-23-2005, 09:54 AM
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how does the tire pressure sensor work? (runflat sensor)
and where is it located for each wheel?
 
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Old 06-23-2005, 10:52 AM
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It senses if a wheel/tire combo is rotating at a different rate than the others.
 
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Old 06-23-2005, 11:20 AM
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and so the sensor must be in the hub on the kar for the wheel?
 
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Old 06-23-2005, 01:39 PM
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and so the sensor must be in the hub on the kar for the wheel?
It probably uses the same sensor as the ABS/ASC.

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Old 06-23-2005, 02:34 PM
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It probably uses the same sensor as the ABS/ASC.
Correct! search for addional discussions.

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Old 07-16-2005, 09:54 PM
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just hold down the button with the car on till it stays steady and then drive it about 50 feet light should go off
 
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