How to retrofit FTM (Flat Tire Monitor)

In this video I demonstrate how to retrofit the FTM (Flat Tire Monitor) system to your car

This first video goes through the instructions and explains the kit

Attached is the FTM Retrofit kit PDF

In this video I demonstrate removal of the glovebox to reveal Connector Block

In this video I demonstrate the removal of the Knee Air Bag on Drivers side to reveal the CIM (Chassis Integration Module)

In this video I demonstrate the removal of the CIM and the new replacement CIM to be fitted

In this video I demonstrate the installation of the additional wiring harness into pins 8. 9. 10 and 11 for the CIM connector.

In this video I demonstrate the routing of the wiring from the CIM towards the Connector Block behind the Glovebox

In this video I demonstrate where the wiring on the new loom is installed and connected to the Connector Block, behind the Fuse Panel behind the Glove Box

In this video I demonstrate the FTM System now ACTIVE in my car

Code change 3002, byte 3, =49

Good DIY. Your car didn't come with FTM or TPS? Mine came with FTM

No mine didn't.. ..weird hey, being a 760Li and all...... by the way, I asked you a question in my Comfort Access DIY...can you check it out please mate, I need your help

At it again. Great info as usual. I have TPMS is that basically the same as FTM? Or would I need to switch too that?

Originally Posted by Rookie2008

At it again. Great info as usual. I have TPMS is that basically the same as FTM? Or would I need to switch too that?

TPMS uses sensors in the rim to sense the tire pressure...thats why you news to have sensors added to each rim when you change rims. FTM is as ACE described in an earlier thread ...uses a measurement of the rotation of the wheels compared again each other to determine if a tire has gone flat. A flat tire would have a smaller circumference in reference to the other tires so it would need to rotate faster to keep the car going straight. This is what the car uses to determine if there is a flat tire.

Since the TPMS system actually measures pressure in the tires with a sensor I would think it would be more accurate in determining a flat tire quicker than FTM...just a guess. I have FTM but I haven't actually had a flat tire.

Originally Posted by DFEL750I

TPMS uses sensors in the rim to sense the tire pressure...thats why you news to have sensors added to each rim when you change rims. FTM is as ACE described in an earlier thread ...uses a measurement of the rotation of the wheels compared again each other to determine if a tire has gone flat. A flat tire would have a smaller circumference in reference to the other tires so it would need to rotate faster to keep the car going straight. This is what the car uses to determine if there is a flat tire.

Since the TPMS system actually measures pressure in the tires with a sensor I would think it would be more accurate in determining a flat tire quicker than FTM...just a guess. I have FTM but I haven't actually had a flat tire.

Thanks. So I'm ok with what I have then.