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tpms sensors need new batteries, can i do this myself?

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Old Oct 6, 2011 | 02:09 PM
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Default tpms sensors need new batteries, can i do this myself?

i often get "tyre pressure malfunction" warning, and the dealer told me the sensors have weak batteries (it's a 2005 A8). Told me it would cost $1,000 to replace them. I said no thanks. Is this something I can do myself???
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Old Oct 6, 2011 | 02:23 PM
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This was posted and covered numerous times. Go to tirerack get the price quote of them; I want to say they are like $120 a piece, then go to discount tire, they will match the price and install them for $15 a wheel. They are the OEM exact sensors that Audi installs btw as well.

Best and cheapest route unless you can disable your system (some MMI's can)

This is what I had done with my 2005 A8; and you don't need to replace the spare tire sensor btw. Working perfect.

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