This procedure covers the replacement of a Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) sensor in the wheel assembly of a 2011-2014 Ford F-150 with 5.0L V8 Coyote engine.

Warnings

Tools required

Parts

• TPMS sensor × 1 — Motorcraft TPMS19 or equivalent 315MHz sensor
• TPMS valve stem nut × 1 — Usually included with sensor
• TPMS valve core × 1 — Usually included with sensor
• Valve stem seal/grommet × 1 — Usually included with sensor kit

Preparation

1. Park vehicle on level, solid ground and engage parking brake
2. Chock wheels that will remain on the ground
3. Loosen wheel lug nuts approximately 1 turn before lifting vehicle
4. Have tire shop information available if you are not equipped to dismount and mount tires yourself

Procedure

1. 1

   Lift vehicle and remove wheel
   Using a floor jack, lift the corner of the vehicle with the faulty TPMS sensor. Position jack stands under the frame rail for support. Remove the wheel lug nuts completely and remove the wheel assembly from the hub. Place wheel face-up on the ground or workbench.
2. 2

   Deflate tire completely
   Remove the valve cap and use a valve core removal tool to completely remove the valve core from the TPMS sensor. Allow all air to escape from the tire. This step is critical before breaking the tire bead.
3. 3

   Break tire bead
   Using a bead breaker or tire machine, break both the inner and outer beads of the tire away from the wheel rim. Work around the entire circumference to ensure the bead is completely separated. If you are not equipped for this, transport the wheel/tire assembly to a tire shop.
4. 4

   Dismount tire from wheel
   Using tire levers or a tire mounting machine, carefully work the tire off the wheel rim. Take care not to damage the wheel finish or tire bead. Remove the tire completely from the wheel.
5. 5

   Remove old TPMS sensor
   Locate the TPMS sensor mounted on the inside of the wheel at the valve stem location. Remove the retaining nut from the valve stem (accessible from outside the wheel). Pull the sensor assembly through the wheel rim from the inside. Inspect the valve stem hole in the wheel for any damage or corrosion.
6. 6

   Install new TPMS sensor
   Install the new rubber grommet/seal onto the TPMS sensor valve stem. Insert the new TPMS sensor through the valve stem hole from the inside of the wheel. Thread the retaining nut onto the valve stem from the outside and tighten to manufacturer specification (typically 4-6 Nm or hand-tight plus 1/8 turn). Do not overtighten as this can crack the sensor body.
7. 7

   Mount tire onto wheel
   Apply tire lubricant to both tire beads. Position the tire onto the wheel, ensuring the TPMS sensor is not pinched or damaged during mounting. Use tire levers or mounting machine to work both beads over the rim edge. Ensure the tire is properly centered on the wheel.
8. 8

   Seat tire beads and inflate
   Install a valve core into the new TPMS sensor valve stem. Inflate the tire to seat both beads against the rim (you should hear distinct popping sounds as beads seat). Once beads are seated, inflate to the recommended tire pressure listed on the driver door jamb sticker (typically 35 psi for F-150). Check for any air leaks around the valve stem.
9. 9

   Reinstall wheel
   Clean the hub mounting surface and wheel mounting surface of any rust or debris. Position the wheel onto the hub studs. Thread all lug nuts by hand. Using a torque wrench, tighten the lug nuts in a star pattern to specification. Make multiple passes, gradually increasing torque until final specification is reached.
   Torque spec

   Wheel Lug Nuts140 Nm (103 lb-ft)
10. 10

    Program TPMS sensor
    Using a TPMS programming tool or professional scan tool with TPMS capabilities, enter TPMS learn mode per the tool instructions. Trigger or program the new sensor so the vehicle's TPMS module recognizes it. For 2011-2014 F-150, this typically involves placing the vehicle in TPMS training mode (ignition on, brake pedal pressed, then specific button sequence) and triggering each sensor in the correct order (LF, RF, RR, LR). Consult tool instructions for specific procedure.

Reassembly

1. Lower vehicle from jack stands and remove stands before lowering completely
2. After driving approximately 10 minutes, verify TPMS warning light has extinguished
3. Recheck lug nut torque after 50-100 miles of driving

Verification

• Verify tire pressure is correct using a manual tire pressure gauge
• Confirm TPMS warning light on instrument cluster is off after driving 10+ minutes
• Use scan tool or TPMS tool to verify all four sensors are reporting to the vehicle computer
• Check for any air leaks around the valve stem by applying soapy water and looking for bubbles
• Verify wheel lug nuts are properly torqued in star pattern

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