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HOMESERVICE MANUALSGMC1999FORWARD CONTROL 5.7 R, AUTOMATICREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 626 (TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSTIRE PRESSURE SENSOR WASHER REPLACEMENTREMOVAL PROCEDURE
1999 GMC Forward Control 5.7 R, Automatic
Removal Procedure
1999 GMC Forward Control 5.7 R, AutomaticSECTION Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Chevrolet Corvette. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Raise the vehicle on a suitable support. Refer to LIFTING AND JACKING THE VEHICLE .
- Remove the tire/wheel assembly from the vehicle. Refer to TIRE AND WHEEL REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION in Tires and Wheels.
- Remove the tire from the wheel. Refer to TIRE MOUNTING AND DISMOUNTING in Tires and Wheels.
- Remove the tire pressure sensor nut.
- Remove the tire pressure sensor.
- Remove the washer from the tire pressure sensor.
IMPORTANT:
Care must be given in the following areas to ensure the sensor is not damaged upon sensor installation and tire mounting.
- Position the new sensor with the air passage facing away from the wheel
- When torquing the sensor nut ensure the sensor body stays parallel to the inside wheel surface and does not rotate and contact the wheel.
- When mounting the tire back on the wheel ensure a tolerance is maintained between the tire machine, or irons, tire bead and the sensor.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.