Tyre pressure sensors

[Guest001]

Hi Diesel Vert

Thanks for the highly detailed answer! I've now ordered 4 x seal kits (from ECS) and that may be the end of this particular problem... no doubt, there will be a new problem shortly after this one is solved!

But wait, of course there's still the auto closing tailgate that doesn't auto close, even after VW Artarmon fitted a new motor in the system, then there's the cargo bay room light that used to work after said VW dealer "fixed" it, but it doesn't want to play anymore... and when these things are fixed, there'll be something else, it's the original never-ending story!

Thanks again for your input!
AT

Does the tailgate open but not shut Maybe its the switch not the motor Same with the light

[Timlin]

Hillbilly

Yes, it does open, and it did close itself for a few weeks after VW replaced one of the motors under warranty, but then it just stopped performing one day. I did nothing wrong, it wasn't forced or anything like that, it just stopped working. Now I have to force it to close by hand and it just doesn't feel right as the resistance is very apparent.

My VW mechanic suggested that it could be a sensor fail somewhere... I dunno, it's very annoying though. The last time VW "fixed" it they had the car for a week!

It could be the switch I guess, it could be anything, I just don't know. It goes back to VW on the 11th of June, so we will see what is revealed then I guess.

AT

[Timlin]

Hillbilly

Yes, it does open, and it did close itself for a few weeks after VW replaced one of the motors under warranty, but then it just stopped performing one day. I did nothing wrong, it wasn't forced or anything like that, it just stopped working. Now I have to force it to close by hand and it just doesn't feel right as the resistance is very apparent.

My VW mechanic suggested that it could be a sensor fail somewhere... I dunno, it's very annoying though. The last time VW "fixed" it they had the car for a week!

It could be the switch I guess, it could be anything, I just don't know. It goes back to VW on the 11th of June, so we will see what is revealed then I guess.

AT

[Guest001]

Hillbilly

Yes, it does open, and it did close itself for a few weeks after VW replaced one of the motors under warranty, but then it just stopped performing one day. I did nothing wrong, it wasn't forced or anything like that, it just stopped working. Now I have to force it to close by hand and it just doesn't feel right as the resistance is very apparent.

My VW mechanic suggested that it could be a sensor fail somewhere... I dunno, it's very annoying though. The last time VW "fixed" it they had the car for a week!

It could be the switch I guess, it could be anything, I just don't know. It goes back to VW on the 11th of June, so we will see what is revealed then I guess.

AT

It does take quite a push to close it by hand as you are also working the motor.

It says that in the manual

[Timlin]

Hi all

A TPMS update. I ordered the seal kits for the sensors, had them fitted and the wheels rebalanced and all was good... then today, the damn light comes on again. Low tyre pressure it says. So I check the tyre pressures on all 4 wheels and adjusted them all to show 40psi each. The light goes out... for a while.

Then this afternoon it comes on again! So, I checked all the tyres again, all still at 40psi, so clearly theres a fault. I try to turn the system off to reset by holding the button in for about 30secs. It turns off, and then a few minutes later it turns itself on again - without permission!

And the usual warning light comes on again, so I keep turning it off - it turns itself on... I'm getting bored with this now. I've never had a TPMS on any of my previous cars and I think I can probably live without it - I mean, it doesn't work anyway... So I'm thinking just remove the fuse and be done with it.

But, which fuse is it? Theres no ID on any of the fuses under the bonnet, so I'm stumped now!

Any ideas/suggestions??

Thanks for reading too!


Rgd's



Andrew

[Guest001]

Hi all

A TPMS update. I ordered the seal kits for the sensors, had them fitted and the wheels rebalanced and all was good... then today, the damn light comes on again. Low tyre pressure it says. So I check the tyre pressures on all 4 wheels and adjusted them all to show 40psi each. The light goes out... for a while.

Then this afternoon it comes on again! So, I checked all the tyres again, all still at 40psi, so clearly theres a fault. I try to turn the system off to reset by holding the button in for about 30secs. It turns off, and then a few minutes later it turns itself on again - without permission!

And the usual warning light comes on again, so I keep turning it off - it turns itself on... I'm getting bored with this now. I've never had a TPMS on any of my previous cars and I think I can probably live without it - I mean, it doesn't work anyway... So I'm thinking just remove the fuse and be done with it.

But, which fuse is it? Theres no ID on any of the fuses under the bonnet, so I'm stumped now!

Any ideas/suggestions??

Thanks for reading too!
Rgd's

Andrew

Passat fuses are in each end of the Dash Need to open the doors and there is a little slot to put a screwdriver in and pull.

The main ones are in drivers end.

Dont know which one it is as I havent got them. Someone may have a fuse diagram Ive only got a POLO diagram


Try this No guarantees https://sites.google.com/site/1810ma...use-assignment Maybe the Mods could make a sticky out of this

[booba]

Maybe decode it with VCDS is a better option otherwise it will keep reporting the DTC.

[Timlin]

Booba

I see, good tip, thanks!

It's so damn annoying after spending time and money... Grrrrr!


AT

[Timlin]

Hillbilly

Thanks again mate, I'll check it out!


AT

[Diesel_vert]

Hi all

A TPMS update. I ordered the seal kits for the sensors, had them fitted and the wheels rebalanced and all was good... then today, the damn light comes on again. Low tyre pressure it says. So I check the tyre pressures on all 4 wheels and adjusted them all to show 40psi each. The light goes out... for a while.

Then this afternoon it comes on again! So, I checked all the tyres again, all still at 40psi, so clearly theres a fault. I try to turn the system off to reset by holding the button in for about 30secs. It turns off, and then a few minutes later it turns itself on again - without permission!

And the usual warning light comes on again, so I keep turning it off - it turns itself on... I'm getting bored with this now. I've never had a TPMS on any of my previous cars and I think I can probably live without it - I mean, it doesn't work anyway... So I'm thinking just remove the fuse and be done with it.

Sorry to hear it didn't work out.

[Timlin]

It does take quite a push to close it by hand as you are also working the motor.

It says that in the manual

Hi all

I took the car to VW Artarmon last Tuesday to have the tailgate auto close function fixed again after they "fixed" it last time. Evidently they're trying to do it as a "goodwill" repair as the car is out of warranty. So, the protocol is that they write/email to VWA who then say yes/no to the repair costs. If they say no, the dealer from where I bought the car will have to foot the bill - estimated at $2.5k. If they say yes, they absorb the costs and all is good.

Evidently they sent the request for the good will repair last Tuesday. They have still not had an answer as of COB tonight... One of the guys in the service department let it slip that he has known them to take up to 3 weeks to reply to such requests!

I'm astonished at the lack of urgency here...

Luckily the dealer has given me a loaner (a very tired and unloved Mercedes 350 E), but if it wasn't for that I'd be buggered!

Has anyone else any experience with VWA and their goodwill policies?

Maybe my timing is not the best with all the other DSG recall issues going on etc, but wow, I'm pretty underwhelmed at their response time!



AT

[revhead1016]

Hi all

I've fitted some new wheels to my R36 wagon and whilst it looks great now, the tyre sensors are giving me grief.

Evidently they don't like going to new wheels very much as I've had nothing but problems with slow leaks and the never ending tyre pressure warning light in the dashboard staying on, no matter what I do - pump the tires up to 45psi, or down to 20psi, do a master reset, turn the system off (this doesn't work as the next time I start the car the tyre sensor starts itself up again...), tell it I'm partially loaded, fully loaded etc, etc...

So, me thinks that one or more of the sensors has clearly been damaged in the transfer. It seems to be impossible to says which one is the offending one of course, that'd be way too easy... So, priced locally, I've been told (not confirmed yet) to expect to pay up to $250.00 each for replacements! This is not going to happen, as thats nearly as much as putting 4 new tyres on, so I have found other options on eBay and various other suppliers off shore. But, does anyone know if this will be a simple "plug & play" affair, or will it turn in to the usual "VW World-Of-Pain" when fitting new bits?

Thanks for reading!

Im just about to pick up a Audi A6 rims for my Passat and I do have the tyre presure sensor in my car, I wonder if I transfer the sensor to the new rims, would it give me a hard time or the same issue.

[2muchcoffeeman]

They can sometimes be a tad tricky to get out. Of my original ones, 3 came out fine and one died....

I purchased 4 newies and they're being fitted with some new tyres today. Assuming all goes well, I'll have a spare or two if anyone needs one.

[revhead1016]

keep us up to date. I will contact you if I need to get a spare one.

[Diesel_vert]

When purchasing new wheels, it isn't necessary to purchase new pressure sensors as well, unless they're damaged or the lithium battery is approaching its use-by date. They can simply be uninstalled from the old wheels and refitted on the new wheels.

However, manufacturers recommend that the valve stem, valve core, sealing washer, sealing ring or union nut (as applicable, depending on the make and model of the sensor) be replaced anytime the sensors are removed from the wheel. A Google image search for TPMS rebuild kit should clarify things.

Sometimes you can get away without installing the new parts, but they may leak air if they're too worn or fatigued. If rebuilding, do ensure the parts are correct - refer to the dealer if unsure.

Any new, additional or replacement pressure sensors usually need to be registered by the vehicle using a compatible diagnostic tool. A dealer should also be able to perform this.