TPMS Sensor

This procedure covers the removal and replacement of a Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) sensor on a 2025 Rivian EDV 500 delivery van, including sensor programming and system verification.

Warnings

Tools required

Parts

• TPMS sensor (Rivian OEM) × 1 — Use OEM specification
• TPMS valve stem kit × 1 — Use OEM specification
• Valve core × 1 — Use OEM specification
• TPMS sensor grommet/seal × 1 — Use OEM specification

Preparation

1. Ensure vehicle is parked on a level, solid surface capable of supporting commercial vehicle weight
2. Place vehicle in Park mode and engage electronic parking brake
3. Identify which wheel has the faulty TPMS sensor using the vehicle's infotainment system or TPMS scan tool
4. Note the current tire pressure and sensor ID for the affected wheel
5. Verify replacement TPMS sensor is compatible with Rivian EDV 500 (433 MHz frequency)
6. Loosen wheel lug nuts approximately one turn while wheel is still on the ground
7. Chock wheels that will remain on the ground

Procedure

1. 1

   Raise and secure vehicle
   Position floor jack under the appropriate jacking point near the affected wheel (refer to EDV 500 owner's manual for chassis jacking points - typically reinforced frame sections behind front wheels or ahead of rear wheels). Raise vehicle until tire is approximately 2 inches off the ground. Position commercial-duty jack stands under designated support points and lower vehicle onto stands. Verify stability before proceeding.
2. 2

   Remove wheel
   Remove the wheel lug nuts completely and set aside in a clean area. Remove the wheel and tire assembly from the hub. Place wheel flat on the ground near the tire machine with the valve stem accessible.
3. 3

   Deflate tire completely
   Use the valve core removal tool to remove the valve core from the TPMS sensor. Allow tire to deflate completely. Store the valve core in a clean location if it will be reused, though replacement is recommended.
4. 4

   Break tire bead
   Position the tire and wheel assembly on the tire machine. Use the bead breaker to separate both the inner and outer tire beads from the wheel rim. Work around the entire circumference of both beads to ensure complete separation. Apply tire lubricant to the bead areas to facilitate removal.
5. 5

   Remove tire from wheel
   Mount the wheel on the tire machine turntable. Use the tire machine arm to lift the upper bead over the wheel rim, rotating the turntable as needed. Once the upper bead is removed, repeat the process for the lower bead. Set the tire aside. Be cautious of the TPMS sensor location during this process to avoid damage.
6. 6

   Remove faulty TPMS sensor
   Locate the TPMS sensor mounted inside the wheel, attached to the valve stem hole. Remove the sensor mounting hardware (typically a nut on the exterior of the wheel that secures the sensor body inside the rim). Carefully extract the sensor and valve stem assembly from the wheel. Inspect the valve stem hole for any damage or corrosion.
7. 7

   Prepare new TPMS sensor
   Unpack the new TPMS sensor carefully. If using a programmable sensor, use the TPMS scan tool to clone the original sensor ID or program a new ID according to tool instructions. Install the new valve stem grommet/seal onto the sensor body. Verify the sensor battery is functional using the TPMS activation tool.
8. 8

   Install new TPMS sensor
   Apply a small amount of tire lubricant to the valve stem grommet. Insert the new TPMS sensor assembly into the valve stem hole from the inside of the wheel. Ensure the sensor is positioned with the sensor body oriented toward the inside of the wheel barrel (away from the tire bead seat). Thread the mounting nut onto the valve stem from the outside and hand-tighten. Use a torque wrench to tighten the sensor mounting nut to manufacturer specification (typically 35-60 in-lbs, but verify with sensor kit instructions as no database torque value is available).
9. 9

   Mount tire onto wheel
   Apply tire lubricant generously to both tire beads. Position the tire on the wheel with the correct directional orientation if applicable. Use the tire machine to lever the lower bead onto the wheel rim first, taking care to keep the TPMS sensor body in the wheel drop center away from the mounting arm. Mount the upper bead onto the rim, ensuring the bead does not contact or damage the TPMS sensor.
10. 10

    Seat tire beads and inflate
    Install a new valve core into the TPMS sensor valve stem using the valve core tool. Inflate the tire to approximately 40 PSI to seat both beads properly. Listen and watch for both beads to 'pop' into place on the rim. Once beads are seated, adjust tire pressure to the specification shown on the EDV 500 door placard (typically 65-75 PSI for front, 75-80 PSI for rear when unladen, but verify on vehicle-specific label).
11. 11

    Balance tire assembly
    Mount the wheel and tire assembly on a wheel balancer. Balance the assembly according to balancer instructions, adding wheel weights as needed to achieve proper balance. EDV 500 wheels may require higher precision balancing due to vehicle weight and electric drivetrain smoothness expectations.
12. 12

    Reinstall wheel
    Position the balanced wheel and tire assembly onto the hub, aligning the lug nut holes. Hand-thread all lug nuts onto the studs. Tighten lug nuts in a star pattern to ensure even seating. Use the floor jack to lift the vehicle slightly off the jack stands, remove the jack stands, and lower the vehicle until the tire just contacts the ground with slight weight on it.
13. 13

    Torque lug nuts to specification
    With the tire on the ground supporting vehicle weight, use a torque wrench to tighten the lug nuts to the EDV 500 specification in a star pattern (typical specification is 140-150 ft-lbs for commercial vehicles, but verify in owner's manual as no database value is available). Perform a second pass in the same pattern to ensure all lug nuts are properly torqued.
14. 14

    Program TPMS sensor to vehicle
    Connect the TPMS scan tool to the vehicle's OBD-II port located under the driver's side dashboard. Turn on the vehicle's accessory power mode. Follow the scan tool's prompts to enter TPMS learn mode for the Rivian EDV 500. Use the TPMS activation tool to trigger the new sensor, allowing the vehicle to learn the new sensor ID. Complete the learn procedure for all four wheels as required by the system.
15. 15

    Clear fault codes and verify operation
    Use the TPMS scan tool to clear any stored TPMS fault codes. Exit the TPMS learn mode. Turn off the vehicle and then turn it back on. Verify that the TPMS warning light on the instrument cluster extinguishes after a few seconds of driving (may require up to 5 minutes of driving). Check the infotainment system's tire pressure display to confirm all four tire pressures are reading correctly.

Reassembly

1. Lower vehicle completely to the ground and remove jack and jack stands
2. Perform a final verification of lug nut torque after 50-100 miles of driving
3. Store the old TPMS sensor properly for disposal or core return if applicable

Verification

• Verify TPMS warning light remains off during a test drive of at least 5 minutes
• Use the infotainment system to confirm all four tire pressures are displaying accurate readings
• Use the TPMS scan tool to verify the new sensor is communicating properly and reporting correct pressure
• Check that the tire pressure of the repaired wheel matches the specification on the door placard
• Confirm no air leaks at the valve stem by applying soapy water and checking for bubbles
• Verify wheel lug nuts are properly torqued and wheel is secure

More procedures for this vehicle