TPMS Sensor Replacement In St Helens
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Tyre Pressure Monitoring Systems or TPMS Sensors continuously monitor tyre air pressure. If it drops more than 20% below manufacturer-recommended levels, the system will alert you with a visual and/or audible warning inside your car. The idea is to save your tyres and fuel. With more and more cars getting TPMS sensors in them as standard our team are now equipped to deal with all types of TPMS sensors and also offer TPMS sensor replacement in St Helens.
A flashing TPMS light on your dash indicates a problem and could mean a broken sensor – something we can fix for you. A static (not flashing) light indicates that one of your tyres has low pressure and may need repairing or replacing. Again, YourNewTyres can help you. Our St Helens team of expert fitters are ready to assist you today.
At YourNewTyres, we understand TPMS in depth. We offer an easy, convenient mobile service to replace your broken sensors for a genuinely low price.
We care about getting you safely back on the road. That's why we have a team of experts who deal with TPMS sensor replacements. We have made our service to be as efficient and cost-effective as possible, saving you time, hassle and money.
Furthermore, as galvanic corrosion – caused by the use of brass valve cores inside an aluminium stem – is a common cause of sensor failure, YourNewTyres only ever fit higher-quality, nickel-plated valve cores to save you having repeated issues in the future.
TPMS sensors & servicing
How much will a new sensor cost?
This is a hard question to answer as there are so many different types of valves depending on the manufacturer of the vehicle you own.
We can assure you that we try and keep it as cheap as possible!
How much will TPMS sensor servicing cost?
To prolong the life of your sensors, we recommend having them serviced when you change your tyres. We can replace important components, including the TPMS core, rubber grommet and valve retaining nut, so they continue to provide an air-tight seal. there are 100s of different type of sensors and the price depends entirely on the repair needed.
Why do sensors need replacing or servicing?
Sensor batteries last for around 5-7 years or approximately 100000 miles. The batteries are irreplaceable, so when they fail, a new sensor is required. Sensors may need replacing sooner if the tyres have been underinflated for a long time.
Furthermore, without servicing, TPMS sensors are prone to corrosion. Having your sensors serviced (replacing important components if necessary) when you have new tyres fitted means you can avoid the expense of prematurely replacing a sensor.
TPMS legal requirements
In November 2012, the EU introduced legislation that made it mandatory for all new models of vehicles being sold to have TPMS fitted.
This expanded in November 2014, when it became law that all new passenger vehicles sold in the EU had to be equipped with TPMS.
On 1st January 2015, the EU introduced further legislation stating that vehicles with a faulty or inoperative TPMS sensor would fail their MOT.
How does TPMS work?
There are two main types of TPMS; direct and indirect.
Indirect TPMS uses the vehicle’s ABS wheel speed sensor to monitor the rotation speed of the individual wheels. If a tyre deflates, this decreases the tyre's circumference and increases wheel speed. This then triggers the TPMS.
Direct TPMS involves a sensor attached to the back of the tyre valve that constantly monitors the internal pressure and temperature of the air inside the tyre. The sensor relays this information to a receiving unit on the vehicle body that is connected to the electronics system. This alerts you to a loss in tyre pressure.
Benefits of TPMS
The primary function of TPMS is safety. Underinflated tyres cause most tyre blowouts; TPMS technology reduces the risk of this by quickly alerting you to potentially dangerous changes in tyre pressure.
The continuous monitoring of tyre pressure also simplifies tyre maintenance and saves drivers hassle. It can be easy to forget to check your tyre pressures, which makes TPMS invaluable for providing additional safety.
In addition to improving safety, TPMS can save you money by improving fuel efficiency and prolonging tyre life. This, in turn, has the added benefit of being kinder to the environment. If you would like more information call our team today.
Facts and figures
Underinflated tyres cause 75% of tyre blowouts
A tyre can be up to 50% underinflated before it becomes noticeable
56.8% of cars in the UK are at least 4psi below the recommended pressure
A tyre that is 6psi below recommended inflation uses 3% more fuel
For every 10% a tyre is underinflated, its wear increases by up to 10%
Annually, British drivers waste £600 million on fuel because of underinflated tyres
Driving with low pressure causes a 10% reduction in tyre life
If you need your TPMS sensors sorting we are ready to help you!
Whilst we repair your TPMS sensor why not visit St Helens town centre, Taylor Park, The World Of Glass, The Dream or of course why not visit the great restaurants including the Chinese buffet or the Running Horses.
