I did some searches and came with this:
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Why does my installer charge a "TPMS" service fee for installing new tires?
Many of our Recommended Installers will charge a TPMS service fee as part of new tire installation. When the old tire is being removed from your existing wheel, it's best to remove the TPMS sensor (and the attached valve stem). This avoids any damage caused by breaking the tire bead loose from the wheel as well as seating the new tire onto the wheel. Once the sensor has been removed, it will require a new "O" ring and/or compression ring to seal the sensor properly.
- See more at: http://blog.tirerack.com/blog/docs-advic...h.5KTt0qa8.dpuf
This makes no sense whatsoever, as the TPS is inside and not outside.
So, why really the fee?
I just called Walmart that I use for mounting tires bought online and they say $12 to mount/balance/install and $10 fee for TPS (per tire).
Quote:
Why does my installer charge a "TPMS" service fee for installing new tires?
Many of our Recommended Installers will charge a TPMS service fee as part of new tire installation. When the old tire is being removed from your existing wheel, it's best to remove the TPMS sensor (and the attached valve stem). This avoids any damage caused by breaking the tire bead loose from the wheel as well as seating the new tire onto the wheel. Once the sensor has been removed, it will require a new "O" ring and/or compression ring to seal the sensor properly.
- See more at: http://blog.tirerack.com/blog/docs-advic...h.5KTt0qa8.dpuf
This makes no sense whatsoever, as the TPS is inside and not outside.
So, why really the fee?
I just called Walmart that I use for mounting tires bought online and they say $12 to mount/balance/install and $10 fee for TPS (per tire).