Suspension System

TPMS Receiver Repair Procedures

8steps
~48min
2/5difficulty
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Replacement

When the receiver is first shipped as a replacement part:
a. It will be in the Virginia state.
b. It will not be configured for any specific platform.
b. It will not have any sensor IDs stored in memory.
It is important to make sure the correct receiver is selected for replacing the faulty part, i.e., it must be Low Line, not High Line, to set the correct inflation warning thresholds.
  1. Disconnect the vehicle battery.
  2. Remove the crash pad trim panel. (Refer to Group BD - "Crash Pad")
  3. Remove the receiver with bracket.
  4. Install in the reverse order of removal.
  5. Reconnect the battery and turn the ignition on.
  6. After replacing the receiver, check using the Generic Diagnostic Scanner (GDS).
[Wheel Sensor ID Registration Initialization (Wireless)] [Wheel Sensor ID Registration (Wireless) 1] [Wheel Sensor ID Registration (Wireless) 2]

Diagnostic Procedure Using Scan Tool

The main content of the diagnostic procedures using the scan tool is as follows:
  1. Connect the diagnostic link connector (16-pin), located in the lower cover on the driver's side, to the scan tool, then turn the scan tool on after switching the ignition on.
  2. On the GDS vehicle selection screen, select "Vehicle Model" and "TPMS", then press "OK".
[System Identification (Wireless)] [Sensor ID Registration (Wireless)] [VIN Input Initialization] [Vehicle Name Input Initialization] [Sensor Status Initialization] [Sensor Registration Initialization]
  • Write down the ID. Read the ID and be sure to check whether they match.
  • After successful sensor registration, use "Sensor Wireless Information" to determine whether the sensor is operating correctly.

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