Rembrant : I was wondering if you can share the part # of the batteries in the TPMS sensors. You also talk about new vs old. When did the new come in? I've got a 2012. My point is that I would like to buy the batteries before I get the tires off the wheels. Thanks.
Rene
Hi Rene,
What part of Canada are you in?
I took my tire pressure sensors to a local battery shop:
http://www.galaxybattery.ca/Had new batteries installed for $20. They specialize in this kind of stuff, so the battery install looked like the originals from the factory. Very professional job.
For that kind of money, I wouldn't do it myself. Check your area for a battery shop, and they'll know what to do. I don't know what the parts numbers are unfortunately....sorry.
I actually went without the sensors for a while. I put regular valve stems in when I put new tires on, and then put the sensors back in during the next tire change.
With a 2012 C14, you'll have the old/original style pressure sensors as far as I know. If you buy new ones, you'll get the newer version. Just tell the guys to be very VERY careful when changing the tires...this is when most of these sensors get damaged. I know of two guys that lost sensors during tire changes.
Hope that helps.
Cheers,
Cory