TPMS question related to US / EU frequencies
 

I have a 2011 Nissan 370Z, which has been imported to Europe from the US by the previous owner. I still have the OEM Rays on the car but will be changing to Volk TE37SLs next summer.

I'd like to keep the TPMS functionality. The original sensors are quite old so I'd like to buy new ones as the old ones will likely run out of battery in a few years max.

Since my car is a US import, it is likely that the original tires still have the US TPMS sensors inside. For the new sensors I'd like to use EU frequency versions as it is basically illegal to use the US SubGHz frequency (315MHz I believe) here, the European equivalent is 433MHz.

The question: does the 370Z ECU get configured in a fixed manner at the factory depending if it is a US model or a EU model or does the ECU know to scan different frequencies to detect the sensors?

Interesting question. Subbed to see if anyone comes up with an answer.

Subbed as well, just to satisfy my curiosity.
I have a feeling, since this is such a specific set of circumstances, that you are going to be our guinea pig.


Kirk B.

I know there are several different part numbers for the TPMS used over the models years here in the US. I have never been able to pair a set of TPMS with my car unless they were the correct part number. My guess is if you are even able to do what you're trying, you probably can't do it without replacing some other part like SouthArk mentions. There is a possibility that a competent dealer (good luck with that) could do something for you, but I'm guessing it would probably be expensive. Best of luck to you :tiphat:

Seems like the easiest option would be to order TPMS sensors for 2011 370Z from Z1 and continue running the US frequency.

If I do find an answer somewhere I will post here. Regarding stealership, forget it. The local Nissan dealership in Finland is more interested in selling Qashqais :rofl2:

Thinking if you went with the EU TPMS sensors. You would have to change the receiver behind the dash to match the frequency.

I don't think it'll make a big difference. A few years back when I was living in Germany, the local shops had no problem scanning/matching any of my TPMS sensors whenever I swapped my wheels back/forth.

I'd just go in, have them do the work, and go on about your day.

Transmitters and receivers must match. Do you really need a TPMS?

Not necessarily, no.

If I skip TPMS, will the tire pressure light blink forever or can I turn it off somehow?

Think you might be able to turn it off with a tune? Not 100% certain tho. Common trick is to place a small piece of black electrical tape over the light.

If you already know how it works why are you asking.

No, not with uprev, not with ecutek, not even with a 10k Snap-On Zeus. But a piece of tape works.

The TPMS Light Will NOT Blink Forever - It Will Blink When Started And Then Just Stay Lit - Not That Annoying At All - Just A Very Small Amber Light On The Speedo Dash...

I Switched Rims - Bought New TPMI Sensors And Never Got It Corrected - Fudge It - :shakes head:

Sorry for the confusion my answer was related to the question do I necessarily need TPMS not whether the dash and TPMS need to match. Bad edit from my side.

I don't think it's required (but you will get a warning light on the dash). You should be able to verify if that is true by reading the functional description in the FSM (link in my sig).

Track Day Cars - Most don't even see the amber light
 

I track my car a great deal. My track rims do not have the TPMS sensors in them. It's not a big deal since I carry a tire pressure gauge with me. I have learned over the years that I do not see the tire pressure amber light on the dash. I check my tire pressure myself just to be safe. You might find a good gauge and have it in the car at all times. It'll be cheaper than the sensor replacement cost alone.

You are correct the 370z us version all years is 315 MHz and the eu versions are 433 MHz. As stated I suspect you would have to swap the receiver, or deal with the light.

I’m curious for those running with light on if this does not allow you to turn off Traction control? On some previous Honda’s I owned when no TPMS is present or a low tire warning goes off the Traction control was default to on and vehicle would not allow you to turn it off. I’ve not had this happen in my 370z or Maxima so I can’t comment specifically on these.

You can buy Autel dual frequency sensors with a programmer then if you are able to sort out receiver issue you could change the MHz to 315 and if it doesn’t work just run the illegal frequency.

When you say it’s illegal, is that an equivalent to FCC in us saying it’s illegal, or is it something that is required for vehicle inspection? Just trying to discern what you mean by illegal.

Thanks for the tip related to the Autel dual freq sensors. I’ll have a look.

When I say illegal I mean 315MHz is not an allowed frequency for consumer products. In Europe we have 433MHz and 868MHz in the States you have 315MHz and 915MHz. Very unlikely to have any real consequences though.

They are probably very similar to the consequences of someone on a plane that still has a small portable electronic device on during take off :eek: :icon17:

I ordered a set of dual frequency Autel sensors. Thanks for the tip Kenwoodturbo!

I will also get an Autel programmer so I can clone the old sensors myself. Probably go for the TS501. It will be useful with other projects I’m sure!

Just wanted to update this thread with the conclusion. The Autel dual frequency tpms sensors worked great and I used the programmer to just clone the old sensor IDs. No TPMS error light and everything works because the ECU thinks it is seeing the old sensors.

Hey, I'm having the same exact issue here in the Netherlands. Where did you buy the dual frequency sensors and do you have any tips/info/instructions on programming them?

Thanks in advance