Installation (SRT8 Models)
NOTE:
Before reinstalling an existing tire pressure sensor, replace seal and metal washer at base of valve stem to ensure proper sealing. See Figure.
- Wipe area clean around sensor/valve stem mounting hole in wheel. Make sure surface of wheel is not damaged.
- Insert sensor through wheel as shown keeping pressure against rear of metal valve stem. Potted side of sensor is to be positioned toward wheel. Do not attempt to mount sensor otherwise, or damage may occur. Install sensor nut (with pressed-in washer) by hand. See Fig 1.
- Using a thin-walled socket, install sensor nut. While holding sensor in position, tighten sensor nut to 71 INCH lbs. (8 N.m).
- Mount tire on wheel following tire changer manufacturer's instructions, paying special attention to the following to avoid damaging tire pressure sensor:
- Rotating Wheel Tire Changers
Once the wheel is mounted to the changer, position the sensor valve stem approximately 280° from the head of the changer in a clockwise direction before rotating the wheel (also in a clockwise direction) to mount the tire. Use this procedure on both the upper and lower tire beads. See Fig 2. - Rotating Tool Tire Changers
Position the wheel on the changer so that the sensor valve stem is approximately 210° from the head of the changer in a clockwise direction from the mounting end of the tool. See Fig 3. Make sure the sensor is clear of the lower bead breaker area to avoid damaging the sensor when the breaker rises. Rotate the tool in a counterclockwise direction to mount the tire. Use this procedure on both the upper and lower tire beads.
- Rotating Wheel Tire Changers
- Adjust air pressure to specification. Make sure original style valve stem cap is securely installed to keep moisture out of sensor. Install wheel and tire assembly on vehicle.
- Drive vehicle for a minimum of 5 minutes while maintaining a continuous speed above 15 mph (24 km/h). During this time, the system will learn the new sensor ID code and will clear any DTCs automatically. If a sensor cannot be trained, see appropriate manufacturer service information.
CAUTION:
To avoid damaging sensor antenna strap, hold pressure against rear of metal valve stem while sensor is inserted through wheel mounting hole and nut is installed.
NOTE:
Before tightening sensor nut, push downward on sensor housing in an attempt to make it flush with interior contour of wheel.
CAUTION:
Over-torquing the sensor nut by as little as 106 INCH lbs. (12 N.m) may result in sensor separation from the valve stem. Under this condition, the sensor may still function; however, the condition should be corrected immediately.
