How to use the TPM-02 CONTROL, DIAGNOSIS AND CODING TOOL FOR TPMS SYSTEMS Operating Instructions (ENGLISH)
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Symbols used in the manual .....................5 Safety rules........................5 Upon receipt........................7 Package contents .......................7 OBD Option ........................7 Maintenance and care .......................7 How to power on/off the equipment .................8 Recharging the equipment (par.7) ..................8 Settings..........................8 What is a TPMS system? ....................9 TPMS indicator lights ....................9 Type of sensors......................10 How to position the equipment ...................11...
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Monitoring System) diagnostics while offering an aesthetically pleasing design. All of our products are designed and manufactured to the highest quality standards. TPM-02 will prove an indispensable tool for: • Checking sensor operation before servicing the tires (when vehicle is brought in for service or repair).
To recharge the equipment, it is mandatory to use the power supply unit supplied by Tecnomotor S.p.A. Item No. 1800155. Tecnomotor shall not be liable for damage to equipment in the event other power supply units are used. This appliance has been designed and tested to ensure safe operation.
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CAUTION : USE UTMOST CARE !!! Do not allow operation of this equipment by unqualified persons. It is the owner's responsibility to keep warning labels and rating plates clean and legible. This manual is subject to changes and updates. Be sure to read the update and customization instructions included in this manual.
6. How to power on/off the equipment Touch the key to power on the equipment. Touch key to power off the equipment. The equipment will power off automatically when no buttons have been pressed for 10 minutes to save battery life. 7.
Selecting ALARM it’s possible to enable or disable SOUND and VIBRATION Selecting RELEASE the tool will show software infos: FW VERSION DB VERSION SERIAL: XXXXXX 9. What is a TPMS system? The TPMS or Tire Pressure Monitoring System continually monitors tire pressures and temperatures and sends the information to the body computer to have it displayed on the instrument panel.
Tire location indicator This light indicates the location of the under- or overinflated tire. The light may be associated with a display message. Display messages “Check tire pressure ” Audio Alarms Audio alarm for wrong tire pressure or TPMS malfunction 11.
12. How to position the equipment The equipment incorporates a low-frequency antenna to transmit sensor data. An ; ; ; ; arrow on the top panel of the equipment shows where the tip of the antenna is located. In order to properly energize the valve, the equipment must be aligned with valve body as shown in the figure below.
13. Functions 13.1. Keypad The equipment is equipped with a 7-button keypad featuring: 1) On/Off button to power on and off the equipment 2) Up, Down, Left e Right arrow buttons for browsing 3) Enter button to confirm selection or acknowledge display messages 4) Esc button to go back to previous menu or cancel an operation in progress.
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Select vehicle's year of manufacture Select Sensor Check The tester will attempt to actuate the sensor by sending it a low-frequency signal. If the tester receives the correct data from the valve, it will beep and display pressure, temperature, battery state and ID (identification code).
Step 8: battery state “ko” means that sensor battery is flat and sensor must be replaced. Battery state “vv” means that the battery is not fully charged; when this is the case, you might want to replace the sensor to be on the safe side; definitely replace the sensor if the customer claimed intermittent TPMS light operation.
Clicking 3 time on the down arrow will show also the Wheel TRQ Sensor screw tightening torque is only provided for design 1, see paragraph 10 in this manual. 13.4. Part Number Step Screen page Description Select option Select vehicle from the main menu page Select vehicle make Select vehicle model...
13.5. Tire Rotation and Sensor Replacement Step Screen page Description Select option TPM CHECK from the main menu page Select vehicle make Select vehicle model Select vehicle's year of manufacture Select Technical Data Select More info press This calls up a menu with the following options: •...
- “Tester”: it indicate that it is necessary to flash the ECU of the vehicle through OBD (p.n. 8-64500013) - “Manual”: it indicates the a manual procedure exists and then it is necessary to check the vehicle book - “Drive”: This means you need to drive the vehicle at steady speed for a few minutes (refer to vehicle manual) 13.6.
The tester will attempt to actuate the sensor by sending it a low-frequency signal. If the tester receives the correct data from the valve, it will beep and display pressure, temperature, battery state and ID (identification code). Press to test the next wheel; press Esc to return to step 6.
14.1. Vehicle Data Log: This function lets you view Vehicle Test results saved during past sessions. You may also use the “Location Test” function to determine whether the sensors installed on the vehicle are still in the same positions as when the test was saved. Specifically, you may perform the “vehicle test”...
A message to move away from other radio- frequency source, such as automatic gates, wireless devices, is displayed. Then press ENTER The diagnostic tester will display RF monitor as well as the number of data received on frequency in use. Press ESC to exit 16.
16.2. Sensor replacement Installation and removal procedures vary slightly depending on sensor model. A standard procedure for the valve-and-sensor assembly configuration (design 1, paragraph 10) may be as follows: 1. loosen the retaining screw so the sensor can move freely. 2.
Fig 01 For valve-and-sensor assemblies, replace valve body, screw and nut, O-ring, valve insert and valve cap each time tire is replaced or serviced. For incorporated sensors, replace valve insert, nut, O-ring and valve cap. Appropriate replacement kits are available from TPM sensor manufacturers. You may retrieve the correct tightening torques for sensor installation and view them on tester display using the function described in paragraph 12.3 “Tightening torques”.
17. Tire removal TPMS-equipped wheels with internal sensors must be handled with great care during tire removal and installation procedures. A suitable tire changer and proper bead lubrication will greatly facilitate these operations. Test sensor for proper operation before proceeding. 17.1.
If you are using a bead breaker with rollers, make sure the tire bead is not pushed too deep into the wheel well as it is stretched around the wheel rim, or it might damage the sensor 17.2. Breaking the upper bead Lock the wheel onto the tire changing equipment - fitted with plastic shoes if servicing a light alloy wheel - lubricate the bead and position the head so that the sensor is just behind or under the head.
17.4. Tire installation Before installing the tires, check for the following: • Wheel rim must be in good condition, sensor and air valve must be in the correct position. • Always replace valve insert, valve nut and O-ring. • Make sure wheel and tire match before mounting. •...
Follow the instructions provided by the manufacturers of tyre changer, tire and sensor. Inflating the tire involves potential risks to operator safety; follow the instructions of tire and sensor manufacturers. Check sensor for proper operation before refitting the wheel to avoid removing the wheel again in the event the sensor needs to be replaced.
19. UP DATING THE TOOL (PRENDERE PARTE AGGIO TPM1) The tester needs to be updated at regular intervals in order to diagnose and display the data of new vehicles and sensors introduced in the market. • Connect the USB cable from the PC port to the suitable connector located at the top of the tester.
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