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Tire Monitor System - Steel Valve Stem Cap Precautions

Date: January 29, 2009

Order No.: S-B-40.15/65

Group: 40

SUBJECT:
MY-2001 - Present, Models - All (With Tire Pressure Monitoring System)
Steel Valve Caps on Vehicles with Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems

Important Information

On all vehicles equipped with direct reading TPMS systems, that is with wheel pressure sensors, and their corresponding aluminum valve stems; it is not advisable to install steel or chrome valve stem caps as the subsequent electrolysis may make it impossible to remove the valve cap at a later time. Such damage is not covered by warranty.