Tire Pressure Sensor Fault A Diagnostic Odyssey

I got a "Tire Pressure Monitor Fault" message. Please note the difference - "Monitor " not "Sensor". All 4 tires/TPMS went simultaneously blank. TPMS DIAGNOSIS · A faulty TPMS tire pressure sensor · The TPMS sensors have not undergone the proper learn procedure · A faulty Vehicle Security Module (VSM) · A ... First, the TPMS warning light stays on: If the warning light stays on after you check the tire pressure, it could indicate a sensor problem. The batteries in your sensors are likely dead or very close to it, typically the only way to fix this especially on newer cars is to just replace the sensors ... I was able to fix it by deflating my tires 10 psi and then immediately refilling to spec. Error cleared about 5 min after that. Physical damage: The sensors can be damaged by impacts from road hazards, potholes, or kerbs, causing them to malfunction or stop working altogether. Corrosion: ... The tire pressure sensor fault light came on the dashboard. I took it to the local ford dealer who said oh yeah, happens all the time on Focus cars. A TPMS sensor that is working intermittently due to a weak or failing battery. ... The TPMS module is not receiving a signal from one or more ... 1. Get yourself a plastic PVC Tube. 2. Seal one end of the tube. 3. Take your TPMS sensors out of the tires. Insert into PVC Tube. 4. Pad them ... Due to tire rotation, the sensor may no longer be at the original location. It is suggested that all the PIDs be recorded, the system retrained, ...