OEM TPMS sensors for second set of rims (1 Viewer)

[JOFS]

Hello,

I have searched but can't seem to find a clear answer to this.

I have a second set of rims and a second set of OEM TPMS sensors specific to the 2017 200 series. I have a 2017 200 series and keep reading that I should just use a second set of TPMS sensors that clone the first oem set.

So should I just dump the second set of OEM TPMS sensors and replace with ones that clone the first (aftermarket)? It seems odd that I can't have the vehicle remember 2 sets of oem sensors. Am I missing something?

I don't want to have to keep switching sensors around and always run a second set of studded snows. I guess I might just ignore the light.

Thanks for any help with this.
John

 

[FJ73Texas]

It is my understanding that the Tundra can only accept up to 4 TPMS IDs...I would think the current LC is the same. There is a way to keep that light off that I have seen others do but I wouldn't personally do it myself.

They just throw all four TPMS sensors in a short pipe, cap the ends and air it up to the required PSI. Keep it under the seat.

 

[TonyP]

It is my understanding that the Tundra can only accept up to 4 TPMS IDs...I would think the current LC is the same. There is a way to keep that light off that I have seen others do but I wouldn't personally do it myself.

They just throw all four TPMS sensors in a short pipe, cap the ends and air it up to the required PSI. Keep it under the seat.

The land cruiser can hold one set of five tpms codes.

You can add extras in techstream via the table but they won't do anything unless they're in the primary place.

 

[JOFS]

So the best answer is to clone the original TPMS so you don't mess around with programming.

Thanks for the help I just find it strange I can keep 2 sets in my 06 lx470 but they moved away from that with the newer trucks.

John

 

[Markuson]

Having the TPMS sensors cloned (to appear identical to the truck) is the charm.

And...since the 200 can't tell you which corner each sensor reading is for anyway? -Cloning makes even more sense.

 

[cru1s3r]

I'm in the exact same spot. I just purchased four new LC take-off wheels (Including new Dunlops) for $750, with the intention of mounting my snow tires on them. I went down to my local Discount Tire to ask about which sensor is needed to receive the cloned s/n, and the guy looked like me like I was speaking in tounges. Is there some sort of guide or write up that would explain which sensors we need that can accept the clone and work with a '16-'17 LC, what software and equipment is needed, and how to use it? Short of that, can anybody here help with pertinent information applicable to this situation?

 

[cru1s3r]

Nevermind. Seems that the guy from Discount Tire I spoke with over the phone yesterday was...green. I went down there in person today and spoke with this very knowledgeable gal who knew exactly what I wanted to do (sidestep the lines and mayhem at the first snow). Programmable TPM sensors are $60/ea. and, if you buy tires from them (i.e. Blizzaks, even on sale), they'll clone/program them for no additional charge. I think I'm good to go.

 

[elkeye]

Hello,

I have searched but can't seem to find a clear answer to this.

I have a second set of rims and a second set of OEM TPMS sensors specific to the 2017 200 series. I have a 2017 200 series and keep reading that I should just use a second set of TPMS sensors that clone the first oem set.

So should I just dump the second set of OEM TPMS sensors and replace with ones that clone the first (aftermarket)? It seems odd that I can't have the vehicle remember 2 sets of oem sensors. Am I missing something?

I don't want to have to keep switching sensors around and always run a second set of studded snows. I guess I might just ignore the light.

Thanks for any help with this.
John

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[Sandroad]

Having the TPMS sensors cloned (to appear identical to the truck) is the charm.

And...since the 200 can't tell you which corner each sensor reading is for anyway? -Cloning makes even more sense.

My '17 does indicate with a dash display the tire pressure at each corner and the spare. When I rotate the tires, if the system doesn't auto-update, I have to push the reset button on the lower left dash to have it find the corners/spare again.

 

[Markuson]

My '17 does indicate with a dash display the tire pressure at each corner and the spare. When I rotate the tires, if the system doesn't auto-update, I have to push the reset button on the lower left dash to have it find the corners/spare again.

Ya, I guess they made it specific on the newer version. On my '08... It shows one of the five as the spare on the dash screen...but it's not necessarily the spare...and the other four? Totally random...unmarked. Oh well... Again--1st-world problem.