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  • Page 2 OOKUP 4.9 P .... 30 9.6 D ......40 LACARD RESSURE HANGE ESKTOP ETTINGS 2.0 USING YOUR PRO SERIES TOOL ..14 4.10 I ...... 31 9.7 TPMS PAD A ....40 ERVICE OOLKIT PPLICATION 2.1 T ......14 9.8 T .......

  • Page 3: Important Notices

    Bartec USA reserves the right to make changes at any time without obligation to notify any person or organization. Bartec USA will do its best to keep you the customer informed of any changes that might affect the tools performance.

  • Page 4: Getting Started

    Please register your tool on the Bartec website at www.bartecusa.com. This is the best way to get information about software updates, new products and other important TPMS news. Bartec respects your information and keeps it private! 1.1 Tool Layout and Connections 1.2 Power On/Off...

  • Page 5: Charging Methods

    USER GUIDE FOR PRO SERIES 1.3 Charging Your PRO Series tool comes with a factory-installed rechargeable battery. Battery replacement must be done at the Bartec USA Repair facility (see Section 10.2 for battery service). When the charging cradle or mini USB cable is in use, the tool automatically powers up.
  • Page 6 Section 9.0. TPMS Desktop must be installed on a PC BEFORE the Bluetooth or Wi-Fi features of the PRO Series tool can be used. To install TPMS Desktop on your PC or tablet, run the Master Kit CD provided with the PRO Series tool and select TPMS Tools >...
  • Page 7 USER GUIDE FOR PRO SERIES 1.5 Installing TPMS Desktop (Continued) The install wizard will advise you of the installation status. Follow the onscreen instructions. TPMS Desktop will launch automatically upon completion. 1.6 Registering Your Tool The registration process can be started by clicking the Register Tool link in TPMS Desktop.
  • Page 8 USER GUIDE FOR PRO SERIES 1.6 Registering Your Tool (Continued) On the TPMS Support Center page, for new users, click the “click here to register” link to create a new account and submit the required information. Users with existing accounts can use the Log In field to sign in with their username and password.

  • Page 9: Bluetooth Setup

    TPMS Desktop). For your convenience, a Bluetooth dongle is included in every PRO Series tool kit. The dongle is to be used with PCs that do NOT have internal Bluetooth capabilities. Follow the installation and setup instructions that are included in the Bluetooth dongle packaging.
  • Page 10 1.9.2 PC Method NOTE: PRO Series tools are compatible with PCs running Windows operating systems (Windows 7 or newer). USB ports can be either version 1 or 2. Ensure you do not have any other programs open/running during this process.

  • Page 11: Pro Series

    The tool will display “Insert USB Lead to Transfer Update Files”. PRO SERIES Connect the mini USB cable to a USB port on the PC, then to the PRO Series tool via the USB port under the top cover. Once Windows detects and installs the drivers for your tool, this should access the tool’s SD card by opening a Removable Disk window on your...
  • Page 12 SC card slot. Keep the old SD card separate from the new one. Insert the new SD card in the slot and push down until it clicks to lock in place. Power your PRO Series tool on, and from the Home Download update from UPDATE MODE V7...
  • Page 13 USER GUIDE FOR PRO SERIES 1.10 OBDII Module Upgrade (300PRO Only) The Tech300PRO tool can be upgraded to add OBDII communications and functionality by purchasing and installing the OBDII Upgrade Kit (see Section 10.3 for part number). To install the OBDII Upgrade Kit to your Tech300PRO: 1.
  • Page 14 USER GUIDE FOR PRO SERIES 2.0 Using Your PRO Series Tool These sections will help you to familiarize yourself with navigating the class-leading features of your PRO Series tool. 2.1 Tool Navigation Up/Down Arrow Keys Navigates within the current menu...
  • Page 15 Proper tool positioning is important to ensure sensor reading and activation. The following sections will illustrate the different sensor activation methods. 2.3.1 Standard LF Activation Snap-in Sensors: Place the PRO Series tool on the tire, aimed towards the TPMS sensor location (near the valve stem) as Banded Sensors (e.g. Ford): Place the PRO Series tool on the tire, held 180°...
  • Page 16 If the procedure requires a magnet, the tool will instruct the user to “Place magnet on stem”. Place the magnet from your PRO Series kit over the valve stem, position the tool alongside the stem, and press the Test key.
  • Page 17 Model, and Year selected has been found. Verify the MMY you have selected on the tool is correct, and that the correct sensor part number has been fitted. NOTE: Because many TPMS sensors can look alike, Bartec recommends checking part numbers instead of a visual inspection of the sensor. X = Failed Read If the scan period expires without reading a sensor, then the tool will emit three beeps and indicate “Sensor Failure detected”.
  • Page 18 USER GUIDE FOR PRO SERIES 3.0 Understanding the TPMS Service Before getting started with the TPMS service there are some thing that the user/technician should know before beginning the service: What is the Status of the TPMS light • •...
  • Page 19 USER GUIDE FOR PRO SERIES 3.3 OBDII Data (Where Supported) PRO Series tools equipped with an OBDII connection will extract the following information from supported vehicles during a TPMS service: • VINdicate • DTCs (Diagnostic Trouble Codes) Stored TPMS sensor IDs •...
  • Page 20 USER GUIDE FOR PRO SERIES 4.1 Selecting by MMY 1. Press Select by MMY- This will then progress you into selecting the vehicles Make (manufacture). 2. Select the Make- This is where you will choose the Make (manufacture) of the vehicle you are working on.
  • Page 21 USER GUIDE FOR PRO SERIES 4.2 Selecting by VINdicate Once the user selects VINdicate the tool will begin with prompts giving the user directions as well as what the tool is doing. 1. Connect the tool to the OBDII port and turn the ignition on.
  • Page 22 USER GUIDE FOR PRO SERIES 4.3 TPMS Services Once the vehicle is selected you will be able to select the different types of services that the tool has to offer while doing the TPMS service. • OBD Diagnostics • Test Sensors •...
  • Page 23 USER GUIDE FOR PRO SERIES Viewing the vin will allow you to view what the vin is in the ECM (Should be same as other VINs on vehicle) Viewing the Sensor Ids will allow you to determine what current TPMS ids are stored in what location on the vehicle according to the ECM.
  • Page 24 • Indirect (Vehicles have no sensors) Your PRO Series tool will display the relearn process right on the screen of what is available to use for that specific vehicle. The tool will also list the Tire Industry Association (TIA) Relearn Process Reference number for cross-reference to the TIA TPMS Relearn Chart.
  • Page 25 “Learn Mode”. This is usually achieved through a series of actions performed on the vehicle to place it into this mode. Once the vehicle is in Learn Mode, use your PRO Series tool to activate the sensors. The vehicle will listen for the sensor IDs and assign them to the correct wheel positions on the vehicle.
  • Page 26 USER GUIDE FOR PRO SERIES 4.3.6 OBDII Relearns (300PROC and 400PRO Only) (Continued – 2) 1. Follow the on-tool prompts to complete the relearn process. NOTE: It is important to read the instructions IN FULL before proceeding, as some vehicles require additional steps following the OBDII connection to complete the relearn (e.g.
  • Page 27 300PROC or 400PRO tool to remain connected to the OBDII port during the relearn process while you activate the sensors (by either reducing the air pressure in the tire or activating the sensors with a second tool). This process also requires a specific OBDII Adapter Kit (Bartec Part Number: WRTOBD002). For more details, refer to Bartec USA’s Technical Service Bulletin RP-201-014.
  • Page 28 USER GUIDE FOR PRO SERIES The following process is exclusive to Bartec RITE-SENSORS® 4.6 Rite Sync® RITE-SYNC® allows the Technician to install a NEW RITE-SENSOR® into a vehicle just like the OE sensor, and during the RELEARN Process, “sync” that sensor to the Make-Model-Year selected, keeping the RELEARN process the same as using an OE sensor.
  • Page 29 To proceed with RITE-ID® press the enter key on the wheel selection, it will begin searching for those sensors. If found it will indicate the sensor. 4.8 Program Sensor Bartec PRO Series tools offer a unique feature: the ability to program various aftermarket sensors. Select Program Sensor from the Home menu and follow all on-screen instructions relating to sensor programming. 4.8.1 Procedure Bartec recommends programming sensors before fitting them to the wheel.
  • Page 30 Vehicles with TPMS are required to alert the driver to an existing LOW-PRESSURE condition at or below 25% of the placard value. Bartec’s 400PRO Series tool can now adjust the placard pressure as required for certain alternate wheel and tire combinations.

  • Page 31: Service History

    USER GUIDE FOR PRO SERIES 4.9 Placard Change (400PRO Only) (Continued – 2) Once a placard change is completed on the tool: 1. Adjust the air pressure in all tires according to the new placard values. 2. Place a new placard sticker on the vehicle’s B-pillar with the updated pressure, tire size, and load information as required.
  • Page 32 6.3 Passive Key (400PRO Only) Passive Key or Push Button Start vehicles generally send out a LF signal to activate the key fob. Bartec has incorporated the ability to detect those LF signals and display that information on the screen of your tool. This feature is a basic pass/fail test and assists the technician in determining if there is a problem with the transmission from the key fob or vehicle.
  • Page 33 “unlocked”. Use this feature and follow the on-tool prompts to unlock the sensor. 7.0 My Tool The My Tool menu allows the user to configure and manage their PRO Series TPMS tool. Review this section to optimize the tool for your personal use.
  • Page 34 1.8). Using the tool to configure Wi-Fi (no PC required): 1. From the Home menu of your PRO Series tool, navigate to My Tool > Wireless Settings > Wi-Fi. 2. Ensure that Wi-Fi is set to Enabled, then select Join Network.

  • Page 35: Enabling Bluetooth

    PC or Bluetooth Printer. The Bluetooth menu will not display additional pairing options until Bluetooth is set to Enabled. 8.1 Pair to a PC To pair the PRO Series tool to a PC with TPMS Desktop: 1. Ensure the PC you are pairing to has Bluetooth capabilities (see Section 1.7...
  • Page 36 USER GUIDE FOR PRO SERIES 8.2 Pair to a Bluetooth Printer To pair the PRO Series tool to a Bluetooth Wireless Printer: 1. Turn the Bluetooth Printer on with the Power button. 2. On the tool, under the Bluetooth menu, select Connect Bartec Printer and press Enter.
  • Page 37 USER GUIDE FOR PRO SERIES 8.4 Software Updates (400PRO Only) 8.4.1 WiFi Updates If your 400PRO tool has been connected to a Wi-Fi network (see Section 1.8), you can use the Schedule Check option to configure the 400PRO to automatically check for updates Daily, Weekly, or Monthly via Wi-Fi when powered on (select Off if you do not wish to auto-update).

  • Page 38: Tpms Desktop

    • OBD Relearns These tool statistics are static and cannot be reset by the end user. 8.7 Support Select this menu option to display contact information for Bartec USA Technical Support (see Section 11.0). 9.0 TPMS Desktop Bartec created the TPMS Desktop software to let you easily...
  • Page 39 USER GUIDE FOR PRO SERIES 9.1 TPMS Desktop Updates If your PC has an internet connection, TPMS Desktop may periodically prompt for updates when first launched. Click OK on the update prompt, and the update will download and install automatically. Follow any additional on-screen instructions.
  • Page 40 Launches the PAD application, used to program aftermarket replacement sensors using the Bartec Programming Accessory Device (PAD) tool. 9.8 Technical Support Links to Bartec’s Online Training, including Technical Service Bulletins, User Guides, training videos, and more. PRO Series User Guide Rev6.2 Table of Contents...

  • Page 41: Tool Service

    Never apply chemicals, cleansers, or liquids directly to the tool. 10.2 Service The PRO Series tool is not field serviceable. If damage occurs, or the tool does not power on, follow these steps to get you back up and running again: 1.
  • Page 42 USER GUIDE FOR PRO SERIES 10.3 Accessories and Replacement Parts Item Description Bartec Part Number OBD Upgrade Kit for 300PRO WRT300PROUPG Wall Mount Cradle WRTPROWMC Roll of 25: WRTPLACARD25 Supplemental Placard Labels Roll of 100: WRTPLACARD100 TIA Relearn Chart WRTTIA19...

  • Page 43: Technical Support

    Tool Serial Number: This allows your call information to be added to our database for future reference. • Ensure your tool is registered: A tool registered with Bartec USA gives you access to technical information which may assist • you with your current issue (see Section 1.6...
  • Page 44 USER GUIDE FOR PRO SERIES 12.0 Appendices A - GLOSSARY Audit Data is all the sensor and OBD data stored on the tool. Bar units are commonly used in many Western European countries as a metric unit of pressure. 1 bar equals 100 kPa, or approximately 14.5038 psi.
  • Page 45 USER GUIDE FOR PRO SERIES A – GLOSSARY (Continued – 2) OBDII is a newer system standard introduced by the in the mid-'90s. All cars built since January 1 , 1996 have OBDII systems. Passive Key Technology (also referred to as I-Key) – Key systems on vehicles that operate wirelessly and use a push button start.
  • Page 46 B - VIN When using the PRO Series tool, it is important to verify the Model Year you are working on to ensure that you are looking for the proper sensor and are using the proper vehicle COMs when necessary.
  • Page 47 Answer: In some cases, you won’t know since the battery might be too low to even transmit. If the sensor spec allows, when the sensor battery gets low, it will transmit a status and the Bartec tool will prompt with a Low Battery icon.
  • Page 48 USER GUIDE FOR PRO SERIES D - COMS Error Troubleshooting If you are having a problem or error during the COMS process, follow these steps before calling Technical Support: 1. Check vehicle ignition The vehicle’s ignition must be in the Key On position for the vehicle’s communication (COMS) process to finish.
  • Page 49 THIS WARRANTY APPLIES ONLY TO THE ORIGINAL CONSUMER PURCHASER OF THIS PRODUCT. In the event of a defect, Bartec USA LLC will, at its discretion, repair or replace the tool with a product of like kind or quality, which may be new or reconditioned.
  • Page 50 Bartec will warranty the tool to be free from defects in material and workmanship. The Warranty applies ONLY to the ORIGINAL OWNER and is not transferable. In the unlikely event of a defect, Bartec will at its discretion repair or replace the tool with a product of like kind or quality which may be new or reconditioned.
  • Page 51 USER GUIDE FOR PRO SERIES TOOL REGISTRATION FORM Only complete and send this form if you do not have access to register your tool online. First Name: ___________________________________ Last Name: _______________________________________ Company: _________________________________________ Address: __________________________________________ City: _________________________________________ State: ______________________ Zip: __________________...
  • Page 52 Bartec USA, LLC 44231 Phoenix Drive Sterling Heights, MI 48314 (866) 407-8767...

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