Take the Guesswork Out of TPMS Relearns and Sensor Programming

In this Tech Tip, Erik Screeden, technical and multimedia content director for Modern Tire Dealer, walks through the importance of testing before touching when it comes to diagnosing tire pressure monitoring system issues. Too often, technicians jump straight to replacing sensors when a TPMS light comes on, but many problems can be resolved with a simple TPMS relearn procedure. Using the Autel MaxiTPMS TS900 TMPS diagnostic tool, see how quickly and accurately technicians can pinpoint the root cause of a fault, whether it’s a mismatched sensor ID after a tire rotation or an interrupted relearn. 

Screeden shows how the TS900 simplifies TPMS fault troubleshooting by automatically identifying the vehicle, activating sensors, and displaying real-time diagnostics. He explains the differences between direct and indirect TPMS systems and how to interpret sensor data such as pressure, temperature, and battery life. When a replacement is needed, Screeden demonstrates how the Autel 1-Sensor programming feature makes it easy to clone or create new sensor IDs, ensuring shops can service nearly any vehicle without delays. 

Watch the full video to see Screeden in action with the Autel MaxiTPMS TS900 and learn how to handle TPMS issues the right way. Then click here to learn more about the TS900.