Mini Cooper TPMS resetting problem

[BADCLOWN]

I just bought the below listed sensors off a vendor on eBay after cross checking them with FCP Euro. Both FCP website and the eBay listing stated they would work with my fiancé’s 2009 Mini Clubman S. I had tire discounters install them and I put the wheels on the car today. Went on 3 separate drives attempting to reset/sync the sensors with no success. Anyone have any ideas or suggestions?

Her OE 15 inch wheels and tires sync with her car no problem.


https://www.ebay.com/itm/303883086657


https://www.fcpeuro.com/products/bmw-tire-pressure-monitoring-system-tpms-sensor-hf-36106856227

[fredo]

That's odd. What's the production date on the Mini ? The part # you listed applies to 09-01-2009 or later.

BTW, the ebay link shows it's not compatible:

37918

[BADCLOWN]

Part numbers match on FCP Euro

[fredo]

Part numbers match on FCP Euro

Agreed. Do you have the production date handy ?

[fredo]

This dealer says the part # is different : 36-23-6-798-726

https://www.thebmwminipartstore.com/oem-parts/mini-tpms-sensor-36236798726?c=bD0xJm49U2VhcmNoIFJlc3VsdHMmYT1taW5p Jm89Y29vcGVyJnk9MjAwOSZ0PXMtY2x1Ym1hbiZlPTEtNmwtbD QtZ2Fz

[BADCLOWN]

I’m guessing it’s 11/08 based off the stamping on the plaque in the door.

Does that mean I need to utilize these then?

https://www.fcpeuro.com/products/bmw-mini-tire-pressure-monitoring-system-tpms-sensor-rde008

[fredo]

Yes, sir. Please check my post #5.

[BADCLOWN]

Gotta love when your model car has a split year for a part. What a joke, that’s beyond aggravating

Thanks for the clarification

[cakM3]

Gotta love when your model car has a split year for a part. What a joke, that’s beyond aggravating

Thanks for the clarification

Great to see family helping family :thumbsup

[fredo]

Great to see family helping family :thumbsup

You bet. BTW, I replaced the TPMS sensors on my 2008 Saab some years ago. Discount Tire did that for me, I believe it was $180 OTD (parts and installation).

[BADCLOWN]

I just ordered the correct ones off eBay. Thank you again

[fredo]

I just ordered the correct ones off eBay. Thank you again

Glad to help. Please keep us posted how it goes.

[BADCLOWN]

Got the sensors installed at tire discounters for $40 bucks and about 45 mins of my time. They synced to the car immediately.

Thanks again for the clarification Sir

[fredo]

Got the sensors installed at tire discounters for $40 bucks and about 45 mins of my time. They synced to the car immediately.

Thanks again for the clarification Sir

You bet. Good to hear the Mini is in good shape now.