TPMS V8V MY2009

[TKP]

Hi guys,

I tried the search and the holy book but only got more confused, so I hope you can help me out and either confirm or correct my statements below, all on a MY2009 V8VR.

1) It's the old TPMS, that is not self-learning but has to be programmed by an AM dealer after every wheel change, correct?

2) To check if the wheels are fitted with the TPMS, I can look for the colored rings on the valves, correct?

3) If there are no colored valves, the wheels do not have TPMS fitted, correct?

4) Cost for adding TPMS valves?

5) Even if TPMS is fitted and programmed, it might produce sooner or later an error message as the batteries of the valves drain after 5-6 years and no signal = error.

6) Replacing the batteries is about 200 per wheel?

7) There is no easy way to "shut down" the TPMS.


Thanks a lot in advance!

[Gday2]

Yes to all your points exept:

4) I have a 2009 as well and did not have to change the sensors yet, replacement cost therefore unknown.

6) Replacement of batteries not possible, gotta change whole sensor.

7) Shutdown of the tpms system is easy, let me know if you need the detailed info.

Rumors say that a sensor is around 200, no aftermarket sensors for pre 2011 models available iIrc.

Cheers

Christian

[Handyman2009]

I also have a V8V MY2009 and remove my TPMS and bypass them as their cost through the Dealer was crazy $1500 Canadian. Here is the link of the company that used to make them but don't anymore

http://www.smartire.com/automotive

[Murph7355]

(2) The rings can fade badly to the extent you may not be able to tell they're coloured. You can see the TPMS unit under the dash, passenger side. Oblong box about the size of a pack of cards with LEDs on the front (and a button IIRC). However I think all cars had it (don't recall it being noted as an option on mine but was there all the same).

(5) My car was 8.75yrs old when I sold it and all sensors still worked fine. I think the batteries should last longer than 5-6yrs based on that anecdotal evidence

[TKP]

Gday2 said:

7) Shutdown of the tpms system is easy, let me know if you need the detailed info.

Thanks for your reply (and all the others); yes, I would be interested how to bypass/shutdown the system as it's weird to have to drive to an AM dealer (next one 50 miles away) just because I switch from summer to winter tires and the other way around...

[leerandle]

I was informed that you can now buy after market sensors that will replace the original ones that can be programmed by a standard garage without the use of the AM programming tool. I only found this out after I had new sensors fitted and programmed by Aston. I only did it as the 'check tires' sign kept coming up on the dash. Its annoying, but obviously works.

[Grant3]

The options and interior section (with cross reference notes) lets you know that pre11MY the Vantage features the SmarTire TPMS system, and where the control box is located (under the glovebox), plus details of how the system works. As you appreciate there isn't the space to include a full technical manual As the guys said they no longer produce passenger car systems, but for further information here are some links......
You should have a manual with your car but if not.... http://www.smartire.com/2006/pdf/manuals/owners_en...
Here is a more technical article .. https://www.tpmswarehouse.co.uk/blog/tech-aston-ma...
Here is a link to used parts (also try ebay) https://astonmartinbits.com/search?search=tpms&amp... if the search link doesn't work just visit astonmartinbits and search for tpms.
I hope this helps

[Manwhoneverwas]

I disabled my TPMS using this information.
It is a very easy wiring mod at the control box under the glovebox (and reversible if required) to do

http://www.pistonheads.com/gassing/topic.asp?h=0&a...

[Jibberingloon]

I unplugged my box under the dash and have never had any issues! 07 Model Vantage

[Gday2]

Unplugging did not work for me, it triggered tpms fault message.

I used this and it did work (copy paste from other thread):

So here's the deal to extinguish the dash messages:

1) Disconnect the TPMS at the connector block under the dash (white connector).

2) Identify the 4 wires on the car-side of the harness: these should be red, white, black and blue/red.
Blue/red is 12V switched power
Black is ground
Red is the TPMS system fault line
White is the tyre low pressure fault line

3) At the car-side connector half, short the black, red and white pins together, using whatever technique you are comfortable with. This will tell the dash warning system that everything is OK with the TPMS and that none of the tyres are underpressure.

Myself, I just cut the mating connector pigtail off the back of the TPMS module (in the middle of its length), cut the sheath back, and then twisted together the Orange, Brown and Black wires, leaving the Red power wire untouched. Since I don't particularly like soldering because of the chance of getting a cold solder joint, I just used a small wire nut to twist the 3 wires together. If I ever want to use the TPMS system again, I can undo the nut and splice the connector back on to the TPMS pigtail. Then I just plugged the connector back into the one on the car, and voila, no more dash warnings.

Just for clarity, the Orange wire on the TPMS side corresponds to the Red wire on the car-side of the connector. Brown corresponds to White, Black to Black, and Red to the Blue/Red, respectively.

I hope this works for you

Cheers

Christian

[BabyDriver]

Having just reprogrammed my 2008 Aston Martin Vantage Smartire TPMS system to accept Autel sensors I thought I'd start a separate post to let everyone know that this is a simple process as long as you have the Autel TS508 hand held programming device and Autel MX sensors. These must be bought from a bonafide distributor such as Euro Car Parts as there are an awful lot of counterfeit ones on eBay etc. The TS508 is expensive tool at £479.99 and at the moment comes with four metal valve sensors and four rubber ones.

However for the price of a drink I'm happy to program your Autel MX sensors.

The procedure is very simple and straightforward as long as you have the serial number off your old Smartire Sensors, which can be read off the old sensors once they have been removed from the wheel.

If I can help please send me a PM.

[bogie]

My local tyre fitting place does TPMS replacement for all the main brands and when one of mine went, they just replaced when they changed the tyres last and reprogrammed it using their generic tool. It was about £80 a couple of years ago.