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Originally Posted by torzeck
For the F25, Is the TPMS system based on wheel diameter and rotation (ABS based), or is there a sensor on the wheel?
I was told by my Dealer's parts department the slime would wreck the TPMS.
So, does anybody know the real answer?
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Your dealer is correct.
2011 X3s use a transmitter in each wheel for the TPMS. Previous X3's (after 2006) also use a transmitter, but the frequency was changed in 2011 so previous units will not work with the F25. Slime will damage the TPMS system and will also make the tire impossible to balance. It should not be used on a X3 unless you are planning on replacing the tire and TPMS transmitter. F25 TPMS transmitters are available from Tire Rack at $45 each. The Tire Rack units are the same as those supplied by BMW. I have (4) in my winter tires and they work fine with the TPMS.