Thanks. This thread was a good read.

 

Indeed, perhaps a STICKY, the only info missing is how to program used or new sensors when installing new rims using the less than $20 ford reset tool or your local ford dealer can reprogram (more $) and some better tire shops can reprogram new/used tpms sensors too.

 

Sure.

 

Good info here, thanks

 

Can the sensors be removed from stock bands and then reinstalled?

 

Yes, you may need the small plastic clips that keep it in place replaced, but the sensors themselves are reusable. As is the cradle if you cut the strap.

 

I think i figured out my other wheel shake. the tire shop did not secure the cradles so they were just spinning as i was drivnig down the road!

 

They didn't tighten the straps enough.

 

Or apply 2 sided tape to the cradle.

 

I also tried this and Kingfish is correct. The light will stay out for 20 minutes of driving, but then it flashes 75 times before going solid. The next time you get in the truck, it will be off again for 20 minutes. The only right way to do it is to reinstall the sensors.

I put a piece of black electrical tape over my light which works for me... When I change my tires after 40-50K miles, I will have the sensors installed.

KR-Texas

 

Bumping this thread because of a directly related question I have regarding old/new TPMS used on our trucks, and my searching didn't yield a definitive answer.

Picking up a set of "new take offs" 18" wheels from a 2009/2010 FX4 to install on a 2007 XLT. From what I can understand, the "strap" system is used on my 2007 OEM 17" wheels, whereas a "valve stem" system is used on the 2009 and up. (Not sure if that's what it is, but the valve stems on these "new" wheels are rubber with a metal band in the middle before the dust cap).

My questions is, will I be able to reset the truck and / or the "newer" style sensors to work? Or, are my only options are to a) live with the light or b) break down the new wheels/tires and install the "older" style sensors?

 

Only option is #2. Live with the light or get the correct sensors, although I understand now someone makes valve stem types that will work with the 07-08. You will still have to break them down to put on the new sensors.