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What causes a TPMS sensor to transmit incorrect pressure readings?

Answer

Common causes include internal sensor drift, damaged pressure transducers, temperature compensation errors, or aftermarket wheel interference.

Explain

TPMS uses MEMS pressure sensors that drift 0.5-1 PSI yearly; harsh impacts (potholes) or corrosion can damage the transducer diaphragm. Aftermarket wheels with thick alloy walls may block pressure diffusion to the sensor. CHEPQ high-end sensors include dual-layer temperature compensation (PCB + cavity temp) to reduce miscalculations by 80%.

Related Diagnostic Guide

To explore this topic in a broader system-level diagnostic context:

Related Guide: TPMS Diagnostic Guide: System Architecture, Sensor Technology & Advanced Diagnostics

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