Getting a tire pressure sensor fault on your Ford f250 can be very frustrating. You may be wondering how you should proceed, especially if you’re in a remote area with no cell service. The good news is that this issue is not as bad as it seems and there are some things that you can do to fix it.
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What Does Tire Pressure Sensor Fault on an F250?
A tire pressure sensor is part of your Ford’s TPMS which stands for Tire pressure monitoring system.
The TPMS is designed to monitor the air pressure in your tires and alert you if there is a problem. When you get a tire pressure sensor fault on your Ford F250 it means that one or more of the sensors has failed.
What Causes Tire Pressure Sensor Fault on a Ford f250?
There are a few main reasons why getting the tire pressure sensor fault on your f250, here are the main ones.
1. Bad Tire Pressure Sensor
These sensors have batteries on them and they can go bad over time. If the sensor is bad, it will cause the TPMS system to throw a fault.
This is the most common error, simply changing the sensors on your truck should solve the issue
2. Bad Communication Between Sensors
The TPMS has several sensors on your Ford F250 that communicate with each other in order to monitor tire pressure and alert you if there is a problem.
If one of these sensors has failed, then it may cause you to get a tire pressure sensor fault on your truck.
3. Failing Battery
The Battery on your f250 controls most electronics including the TPMS, if your battery voltage is low or doesn’t hold a charge as it should, it will cause a false reading on most electronics including the TPMS.
How to Fix Tire Pressure Sensor Fault on an F250?
In order to fix and reset the message you will have to replace the faulty TPS, however, I personally recommend replacing all 4 because they are very inexpensive and if you have an issue with one, it is likely that the other 3 will fail shortly.
I’ve seen this happen many times on my own vehicles and I don’t want to take the chance.
After replacing the sensors, you can just disconnect the battery and reconnect for a quick way to reset the system of your truck.
Where are Tire Pressure Sensors Located?
The TPMS is located on the inside of each wheel behind the valve stem. If you have never serviced your truck before, this will be a new experience for you.
There is 1 sensor per tire and they are easy to remove once you know what you’re looking for. You’ll need a wrench or socket set to remove them from the rim, but afterward, it’s just plug-and-play!
F250 Tire Pressure Sensor Replacement Cost
According to yourmechanic.com the average cost of replacing all four tire pressure sensors is $98 for both parts and labor which means the average cost of replacing the sensor per tire is $24.
Of cause, this will vary depending on your location, the type of sensors and if you have to replace them all at once or one at a time.
Summary:
Tire pressure sensors are an important part of your vehicle’s safety. They help maintain the most optimal tire pressure for driving, and they also alert you when one or more tires are losing air pressure. One or more of these sensors can fail over time, and if it does you need to replace them. The average cost of replacing a tire pressure sensor is $24 per sensor, which can add up quickly when you have four tires on your vehicle.
Thomas is a retired motor mechanic, father, and grandfather. He writes from his 20+ years in the automotive industry to help you find and solve anything related to car repairs, maintenance, and care.