Table of Contents USER MANUAL ..............................4 1.1..............................4 PECIFICATIONS 1.1 I ........................... 5 MPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1.2................................6 ARNINGS 1.2.1. Read all the instructions ..........................6 1.2.2. Keep these instructions in a safe place ....................... 6 1.2.3. Take heed of warnings ..........................
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2.7.2. Statistics history ............................71 2.7.3. Usage history ............................72 2.8................................73 ETTINGS 2.8.1. Open the Settings menu ..........................73 Description of the settings for the tool ..................... 74 2.8.2. 2.8.3. Change the language setting ........................75 2.8.4. Change the Units setting ........................... 75 2.8.5.
1 . U s e r M a n u a l 1.1. Specifications Battery type Rechargeable Li-Po 4.2V 3000mAh Battery life Approximately 1,000 activations per full charge Dimensions (L, W, D) 20.0 cm x 12.0 cm x 4.0 cm (7.9" x 4.7" x 1.6") Case material High Impact ABS Frequencies: 315 MHz and 433.92 MHz (supporting...
1.1 Important safety instructions Do not discard this manual. Keep it for future reference. This tool complies with: • Part 15 of the US FCC Rules, • CE / CEM standards, • RoHS standards. Operation is subject to the following two points: 1.
1.2. Warnings READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING The tool has been designed to be robust, durable, safe and reliable when properly used. • Please read all instructions below before use. • Always follow these safety instructions. • If you have any questions on the safe use of this tool, please contact your local dealer.
1.3.1. Status bar icons (at the top of the screen) The status bar is located at the top of the screen of the tool. The icons it contains provide information on the status of the tool. These icons have the following meanings: The tool is plugged into a USB port The OBD-II module is plugged into the tool The tool is connected to WiFi...
1.3.2. Action bar icons (at the bottom of the screen) The action bar is located at the bottom of the screen. The icons it contains indicate the different actions available depending on the context in which the tool is used. These icons have the following meanings: Back to home screen Send sensor data to ECU...
1.4. Turning the tool on Press On/Off button to turn on the device The main menu appears after a few seconds. The tool is ready to operate. For the North America region only When the North America region is selected, the Search icon on the main menu is replaced with the Trailer TPMS icon.
1.5. Operating Instructions 1.5.1. Positioning the tool The tool: • reads and diagnoses TPMS sensors, • resets the vehicle’s ECU via the OBD-II interface, • sends sensor data to the system. The illustration below shows how to: • position the tool to read a TPMS sensor, •...
1.5.2.2. Relearning TPMS sensors Depending on the make, model and year of the vehicle, the tool provides information on which TPMS sensors relearn procedure to use. This can • Automatic relearn procedure, • Manual relearn procedure, • OBD-II relearn procedure. For manual and OBD-II relearn procedures, follow the instructions on the tool screen.
2 . U s i n g t h e T O O L IMPORTANT Vehicle-specific information in this manual is used as an example and cannot represent instructions specific to each make and model of vehicle. When using the various functions on the TPMS tool, it is important to refer to the on-screen prompts and/or to information in the vehicle's manual.
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• Scan VIN to scan the barcode of the vehicle’s VIN number. Press OK to confirm your choice. = next Use the arrow buttons to select the vehicle manufacturer. Press OK to confirm your choice. = next = back Use the arrow buttons to select the vehicle model. Press OK to confirm your choice. = next = back Use the arrow buttons to select the vehicle year.
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= next = back If the year in which the vehicle was put into service is unknown, select the VIN icon in the lower right-hand corner of the screen using the arrow buttons. Press OK to confirm your choice. = next = back Find the locations of the VIN of the selected vehicle using the diagram on the screen.
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= next = back Press OK to confirm your choice again. = next = back The tool indicates the model year of the vehicle. Press OK to move on to the next step. = next = back...
Depending on the vehicle selected, you must indicate the number of wheels equipped with TPMS sensors (4 or 5 wheels). = next = back 2.1.2. Specific case for vehicles fitted with indirect TPMS Vehicles fitted with an indirect TPMS system (meaning without a sensor fitted in the tires) are also included in the tool’s database.
= next = back 2.1.3. Reading sensors The tool is ready to read the TPMS sensors as soon as you have selected a vehicle model. The sensors are read starting with the front left wheel followed by the front right, rear right and rear left wheels and ending with the spare if you indicated in the previous step that the vehicle had 5 wheels equipped with TPMS sensors.
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(left front) = next Place the tool close to the sidewall of the right front tire at the level of the right front wheel valve and then press the Read sensor button to come out of standby and read the sensor.
Go back and Next wheel save or delete the data 2.1.4. Reprogramming the ECU using the OBD-II module Reprogramming the vehicle’s on-board computer (ECU) using the OBD-II module consists of copying the vehicle’s TPMS sensor data into the vehicle’s ECU. To do this, it is necessary to: •...
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= next Select = back Please note: leave the engine switched off while keeping the ignition switched on. = next = back Press the right arrow to display right-hand drive vehicles = next = back Go back to left-hand drive vehicles by pressing the left arrow.
= next = back Press the OK button to start the procedure. The data transfer starts. The following messages appear briefly: • CONNECTED • TRANSFER OK • VERIFY OK • SUCCESSFUL TRANSFER The information transfer to the vehicle’s on-board computer has been successful. The OBD-II module can then be disconnected from the vehicle’s OBD-II connector.
• check that the OBD-II module is correctly connected to the vehicle • check that the ignition is in position I (accessories). If the two points above are OK: • check the battery voltage; the vehicle’s battery must be sufficiently charged to reprogram the TPMS system •...
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to confirm the Use the character arrow buttons to select the character = back The following buttons are available to help you enter customer’s details: Confirm the entry in a field Delete the last character entered Switch the keyboard between lower case, numerical and upper case Move left in the input field Move right in the input field...
= next to choose the field or the icon = back This information is particularly useful when using the tool’s search function. Refer to the paragraph Updating on page 99. 2.2. TPMS service This section covers the maintenance of TPMS sensors as well as additional functions Use the arrow buttons to select the Service icon.
2.2.4. Select year of construction = next = back 2.3. Select a service This section concerns the maintenance services available on the tool. Note: the service screen displayed in this section is an example of available features, not all vehicle’s will share the same features.
2.3.1. Relearning This section details the procedure to follow to relearn new sensors in the vehicle. OBDII Relearns = next = back Follow the instructions on screen. = next Select to read the rest. = back Press The tool is ready to read the first to come out...
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When the IDs for all the sensors have been read and displayed on the screen, plug the OBD-II module into the tool. The OBD-II icon appears on the screen to confirm the connection to the module. Then plug the OBD-II module into the OBD-II connector on the vehicle, and turn the ignition on.
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Press the right arrow to display right-hand drive vehicles = next = back Go back to left-hand drive vehicles by pressing the left arrow. = next = back Press the OK button to start the procedure. The data transfer starts. The following messages appear briefly: •...
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= back Manual Relearns = next = back Follow the instructions on screen to put the vehicle into relearn = next mode. Select = back to read the rest.
Press The tool is ready to read the first to come out of sensor. standby and read the sensor Read each sensor in the order listed in Press instructions. Once the last sensor has been read, to come out of the horn will standby and honk twice,...
Connect the OBD-II module to the vehicle’s OBD-II port, then switch on the ignition. Any present codes will be displayed on-screen. Press the CLR button to clear any codes. 2.3.3. Unlocking TPMS ECU The ECU unlock function is only available for Toyota and Lexus vehicles. This function resets the vehicle's TPMS ECU.
Connect the OBD-II module to the vehicle’s OBD-II port, then switch on the ignition. TPMS system reset When the vehicle's TPMS system has been reset, the tool will return to the TPMS service screen. 2.3.4. Key fob test This function measures the radio frequency (RF) signal strength of the key fob. = next = back Depending on the make and model of the selected vehicle, the tool will ask you to choose...
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= next = back Follow the = next instructions on screen. = back Reset the Press the measurement lock/unlock and rerun the button. test The tool will wait for a signal and then display the strength of the signal it receives.
GOOD: the key sends a Reset the strong radio measurement signal within and rerun the the chosen test frequency range POOR: the key sends a Reset the weak radio measurement signal within and rerun the the chosen test frequency range A weak radio signal indicates a low or dead battery.
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Use the arrow buttons to select the type of spare part you are looking for in the database. = next = back = next Scroll through the information if necessary = back...
2.3.6. Help This function provides help for users for resolving TPMS faults. = next = back = next Select the type of fault = back = next Scroll down the screen to read all the information = back...
2.3.7. Placard Adjustment This function allows you to change the tire pressure reference values stored in the vehicle’s ECU using an OBD-II connection. The Placard Adjustment function can be used when changing tires with a different load index than the original tires, such as off-road tires, oversized tires or low- profile tires, in order to keep the vehicle's TPMS system working and to prevent a TPMS alert from being displayed on the dashboard.
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Connect the OBD-II module to the tool and press OK. = next = back Connect the OBD-II module to the vehicle’s OBD port. Turn the ignition on. = next Press OK on the tool. = back The tool will read the vehicle's reference TPMS data from the ECU. = next = back The vehicle’s reference TPMS data recorded in the ECU are displayed on the screen.
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Select the F (Front) or R (Rear) axle using the up and down arrow buttons = next to change the reference pressure value for the front or rear = back wheels of the vehicle. Use the up arrow button to increase the reference pressure value of the...
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Press to write the reference pressure values to the vehicle ECU. The new reference pressure values are recorded in the vehicle’s ECU. The VERIFY OK message confirms the data have been saved.
2.4. Programming a blank sensor This section describes how to program programmable universal sensors. The tool is compatible with most programmable universal sensors available on the aftermarket. Use the arrow buttons to select the Program icon. = next = back 2.4.1.
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= next Choose the sensor make = back The makes shown are examples, makes will vary depending on the tool version. = next Choose the vehicle make = back = next Choose the vehicle model = back...
= next Choose the vehicle model year = back The sensor models compatible with your choices are displayed. Select the model you want to program. = next = back 2.4.2. Select by vehicle make = next Choose the Make selection mode = back...
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= next Choose the vehicle make = back = next Choose the vehicle model = back = next Choose the vehicle model year = back...
= next Choose the sensor make = back The makes shown are examples, makes will vary depending on the tool version. The sensor models compatible with your choices are displayed. Select the model you want to program. = next = back 2.4.3.
= next Choose the vehicle = back = next Choose the sensor make = back The makes shown are examples, makes will vary depending on the tool version. The sensor models compatible with your choices are displayed. Select the model you want to program. = next = back 2.4.4.
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The procedure for creating a new TPMS sensor generates a new ID randomly created by the tool. This ID will not be the same as the original ID. The vehicle’s ECU will then have to relearn the new ID; refer to paragraph Fehler! Verweisquelle konnte nicht gefunden werden.
sensor with the message Successfully programmed. The sensor is = next created = back l 2.4.5. Copying a TPMS sensor This section describes copying the ID from an old original sensor and then transferring that ID to a new programmable sensor. = next Choose the Copy mode...
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Wait a few seconds for the tool to read the sensor. to proceed to The sensor the next step information is displayed = back Position the new sensor in above the tool’s antenna to carry out the programming. to program New sensor the sensor = Main menu...
When the programming is complete, the new sensor is created. The tool screen shows the information related to the sensor and the message Successfully programmed. to program another The sensor sensor is created = back 2.4.6. Copying all TPMS sensors This section describes copying the IDs of the 4 or 5 old sensors of a vehicle, where these can be activated, and then copying these IDs into 4 or 5 new programmable sensors.
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Read the 4 or 5 old sensors of the vehicle whose IDs you wish to copy. Please refer to Reading sensors on page 18. once all the = next sensors have been read, select sensor icon = back to copy the ID from the old sensor to Select the...
When the programming is complete, the new sensor is created. The tool’s screen shows the information related to the new sensor and the message Successfully programmed. The sensor = next is created = back to copy the ID from the Select the old sensor to second...
If there is a = try again copy error, repeat the operation = back 2.4.8. Retrieving the ID of a TPMS sensor This section describes the procedure for retrieving the TPMS sensor IDs stored in the vehicle's TPMS ECU. = next Choose the Retrieve ID mode...
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Connect the OBD-II module to the tool then press OK. = next The tool shows the location of the OBD-II port for the selected = next vehicle. Connect the OBD-II module to the vehicle then press OK. Switch on the ignition then confirm by pressing OK. = next...
The tool will connect to the vehicle's ECU. The tool shows the TPMS sensor IDs saved in the vehicle ECU. to copy the first sensor 2.4.9. Manual ID entry This function describes the procedure for manually entering an ID for a damaged TPMS sensor.
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= next Choose the Manual ID mode = back The tool will ask you to enter a valid TPMS sensor ID in the correct format (decimal or hexadecimal). = next = back Use the virtual = next keyboard to enter the sensor ID = back...
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Press = next to confirm your entry = back The tool is ready to program the sensor. Position the sensor you want to program above the tool’s to program antenna. Please wait while the tool programs the new sensor. When the new sensor has been programmed, the tool’s screen shows the information related to the new sensor and the message Successfully programmed.
2.5. Search This section describes how to search for a job recorded on the tool. For good results, it is advisable to complete additional fields beforehand such • customer name, • registration number, • VIN, • vehicle make. Use the arrow buttons to select the Search icon. (For the North America region, this function is located in History ->...
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Confirm your entry with this icon = next = back The tool = next confirms the entry. = back The results corresponding to the search are displayed. Use the = next arrow buttons to select the vehicle you = back interested in.
= next = back 2.5.1. Search by VIN This function allows you to search for a vehicle that has already been registered in the tool by its VIN. (For the North America region, this function is located in History -> Recent) = next = back...
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= next = back You can choose between: • entering the VIN manually using the arrow buttons • scanning the VIN on the vehicle using the barcode reader on top of the tool. To scan the VIN, select = next the icon = back The tool shows the most common locations for the VIN.
Select the icon = next to show the data relating to the vehicle. = back The vehicle corresponding to the VIN is displayed. = next = back 2.6. Trailer TPMS This section covers reading the TPMS sensors of a trailer. The trailer can have 1, 2 or 3 axles and 2, 4, 6, 8 or 12 wheels.
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= next = back Select a make from those presented using the up and down arrows. = next = back Read the information message regarding the relearn procedure for this type of vehicle. = next = back Select the number of trailer axles and wheels using the up and down arrows.
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= next = back Place the tool close to the sidewall of the left front tire of the trailer at the level of the left front wheel valve and then press the Read sensor button to come out of standby and read the sensor.
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When you choose to read the sensors of a trailer with 2, 4, 6 or 8 wheels, the icon bar displayed at the bottom of the screen allows you to: • Edit / add information on the current task, • Save the data from the trailer sensors in the tool’s history, •...
2.7. History This section described the function that allows you to view all the tasks recorded in the history of the tool. Use the arrow buttons to select the History icon. = Next 2.7.1. Recent history Use the left and right arrows to select the Recent option. = next = back Select a vehicle from the list of recent vehicles in the history using the up and down...
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= next = back Information for the selected vehicle is displayed. You can resume a pending task to complete it, add information or print the vehicle data. to read the sensor = back...
2.7.2. Statistics history Use the left and right arrows to select the Statistics option. = next = back The tool shows all the operations carried out since it was first used. = next = back...
2.8. Settings This section covers the Settings menu of the tool. 2.8.1. Open the Settings menu Use the arrow buttons to select the Settings icon. = next The Settings menu opens = next = back...
2.8.2. Description of the settings for the tool LANGUAGE Change the language used in the menus. Change the units used to display pressure, temperature and UNITS tire tread depth (TTD). Change whether the TPMS sensor ID is displayed in FORMAT hexadecimal or decimal.
2.8.3. Change the language setting Use the arrow buttons to select the Language icon in the Settings menu = next = back Use the arrow buttons to select the language. = next = back 2.8.4. Change the Units setting Use the arrow buttons to select the Units icon in the Settings menu = next = back In the left-hand column, select the pressure unit that you want to use...
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= next column = back In the center column, select the temperature unit that you want to use = next column = back In the right-hand column, select the tire tread depth unit you want to use = next = back...
2.8.5. Change the Format setting Use the arrow buttons to select the Format icon in the Settings menu = next = back Use the up or down arrows to choose the Format setting. • AUTO displays the sensor ID following the format sent by the sensor •...
2.8.6. Change the Sound setting Use the arrow buttons to select the Sound icon in the Settings menu = next = back Select: • Yes to enable the tool’s sound • No to mute sound from the tool. = next = back 2.8.7.
Set the time before the tool switches off automatically when not in use by pressing: • the up arrow to increase the delay by 1 minute • the down arrow to reduce the delay by 1 minute. It is possible to disable the tool's automatic power off function when not in use by reducing the time to 1 minute and then pressing the down arrow again.
= next = back 2.8.9. About Use the arrow buttons to select the About icon in the Settings menu = next = back The About screen is displayed. This displays the tool’s serial number, the firmware and database version numbers and the validity of the software licence. = back...
2.9. WiFi settings The tool can connect to WiFi networks in order to: • update its firmware and databases via WiFi • send the tasks performed on the tool to the WebVT software installed on a PC 2.9.1.1. WiFi requirements and recommendation Before wirelessly transferring the tasks performed on the tool to the WebVT software installed on a PC, you must make sure that: •...
Use the up or down arrows to select the WiFi icon then press OK. = next = back The WiFi settings screen indicates the status of the WiFi connection. You can also: • connect the tool to a WiFi network •...
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Select YES to activate the WiFi. = next = back Wait while the tool searches for a nearby WiFi network. The WiFi networks found will be displayed on the screen. Select the WiFi network you want to connect to and press OK. = next = back Enter the WiFi network password using the virtual keyboard.
Confirm your entry with the button Wait while the tool authenticates itself on the selected WiFi network. The tool is connected to the selected WiFi network. = back 2.9.1.4. WiFi, disabling To disable the WiFi function of the tool: • Use the up or down arrows to select WIFI ACTIVATED •...
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= next = back Select NO to disable the WiFi function of the tool. = next = back The tool is disconnected from the WiFi network. = next = back...
2.9.1.5. WiFi, change network To change the WiFi network, = next select the icon = back The tool asks you if you want to change WiFi network. Select the icon = next to change WiFi network = back...
2.9.1.6. WiFi, advanced settings If your WiFi connection requires advanced settings: specific network key, manual IP address, TCP port configuration, connect the tool to your PC via the USB cable and open the on your computer. In the WebVT software: •...
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You can check that the tool is properly connected to the WebVT software via WiFi at any time. To do this, select WiFi set-up from the menu bar. The Connection status box shows the number of TPMS tools connected. Click on My tools to display the serial number of the tool in the left-hand column.
2.10. WiFi update The tool can update its program and internal databases via WiFi. The procedure to perform this operation is as follows. If you have difficulties updating via WiFi, we recommend that you update the internal firmware of the tool using the WebVT software installed on a PC. Refer to Updating on page 99 to see this procedure.
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= next = back Read the warning message that appears on the screen. This message indicates that while updating, the tool: • must be connected to its charger • must not be used • must not be turned off • will automatically restart several times. = next = back Wait while the tool is updated.
2.11. Training This section allows you to view some tutorials that describe the main functions of the tool. To open the list of available tutorials, use the arrows to select the Training icon. = next = back The list of available tutorials is displayed: •...
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= next = back The tutorial is displayed. Use the up and down arrows to scroll through the tutorial screens = back...
2.12. Tire Tread Depth This section describes the tire tread depth function. This test is performed using the optional Tire Tread Depth gauge (TTD). The Tire Tread Depth gauge (TTD) provides an accurate measurement of the depth of tire treads. Measurements can be saved and printed out. Use the arrow buttons to select the Tire Tread icon.
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The Tire Set Selection screen asks you to specify the number of wheels you want to check. = next = back The tool and its Tire Tread Depth gauge accessory are ready to take tire tread measurements. = next = back...
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Press the button on the depth gauge to start the measurement. For each wheel, you must check the depth of the tread in order: • outer tread • center tread • inner tread. Follow the on-screen instructions. = back The instructions on the screen relate to each wheel one after the other. The line: •...
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For each wheel, the following instructions are displayed in succession on the line corresponding to the wheel being checked: • WAITING OUTER • MEASURE PROCESSING • RELEASE • WAITING CENTER • MEASURE PROCESSING • RELEASE • WAITING INNER • MEASURE PROCESSING •...
3 . M i s c e l l a n e o u s 3.1. Charging the battery A full charge enables an average of 1000 sensors to be read (approximately 160 to 200 vehicles). This data can vary based on the sensors used. Battery level indicators 100% When the battery reaches 0%, the battery level indicator flashes and the tool switches off...
3.1.1. Print TPMS information Note: this function will only become activated after all the vehicle TPMS sensors have been read. 1) Place the tool in its docking station and check that all the TPMS sensors have been read. 2) Connect and check that the charger is properly connected to the docking station.
3.1.2. Troubleshooting, TPMS valve reading problems If your tool does not detect one or more TPMS valves, carefully follow this process in order to diagnose the problem: 1) The vehicle has no TPMS valve even if a metal stem is present. There are non- TPMS valves that look like TPMS valves.
➢ a new TPMS communication protocol is available. To update the tool, please follow the update procedure set out below. IMPORTANT: Temporarily disable all anti-virus and spam blocking software on your computer. This is necessary to ensure the program and drivers are successfully installed.
3.3. Warranty 3.3.1. Limited Hardware Warranty ATEQ warrants to the original purchaser that your ATEQ hardware product shall be free from defects in material and workmanship for the length of time, identified on your product package and/or contained in your user documentation, from the date of purchase.
3.3.7. No Other Warranties No ATEQ dealer, agent, or employee is authorized to make any modification, extension, or addition to this warranty. 3.3.8. Warranty Period The warranty period for ATEQ tools is one year. 3.4. Safety precautions You must read and understand these safety precautions and warnings before using or charging your Li-Po batteries.
Opening the tool or tampering with or breaking the seal placed on the tool will invalidate the warranty. 3.4.5. Safety instructions for Li-Po battery use The tool must be placed on a non-flammable surface during charging (ceramic tray or metal box). Only charge the Li-Po battery WITH the specific charger provided.
EU Declaration of Conformity (DoC) Company name : ATEQ Postal address : 15 rue des Dames Postcode and City : 78340 Les Clayes sous Bois Telephone number : 01 30 80 10 20 E-Mail address : info@ateq.com declare that the DoC is issued under our sole responsibility and belongs to the following product: Apparatus model/Product : TPMS (Tire-pressure monitoring system) Tool Type :...
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