Corvette V8-7.0L (2007)
Tire Pressure Sensor: Service and Repair
Tire Pressure Sensor Replacement
Tire Pressure Sensor Replacement
Removal Procedure
1. Raise the vehicle on a suitable support. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
2. Remove the tire/wheel assembly from the vehicle.
Important: Before the tire is removed from the wheel note the following items to avoid tire pressure sensor damage upon tire
dismounting.
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Place the cap and the valve on a dry clean surface after removal, the cap is aluminum and the valve is nickel plated to prevent
corrosion and are not to be substituted with a cap or valve made of any other material.
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When using the tire machine to separate the tire bead from the wheel, position the bead breaking fixture 90 degrees from the valve
stem.
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When removing the tire from the wheel, ensure a tolerance is maintained between the tire machine fixture, or irons, tire bead, and the
sensor.
Remove the tire from the wheel.
Important: If any tire sealant is noted upon tire dismounting, remove all residual liquid sealant from the inside of the tire and wheel
surfaces.
3. Remove the tire pressure sensor nut.
4. Remove the tire pressure sensor.
Installation Procedure
1. Clean any dirt or debris from the sensor grommet sealing area of the wheel.
2. Insert the sensor in the valve stem hole with the air passage facing away from the wheel.
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice.
