Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems: A Profit Center for the Shop and a Tire Man’s Curse
With the vehicle on a lift, the tire man invested an hour in a futile attempt to perform a TPM sensor re-learn, following the installation of four new tires. He followed the correct procedure, but the system would default and set diagnostic codes. The vehicle was moved to the parking lot and a dealership technician friend was summoned. This technician performed the exact same sensor learn procedure and the system worked perfectly. Read on, for the ultimate solution.
Bartec USA Offers Weekly TPMS Training
As part of their continued customer support programs, Bartec USA, LLC announces TPMS Tuesday! Owners of the market leading line up of Bartec TPMS tools can now participate in weekly TPMS training. Beginning June 22nd and every Tuesday afterwards, Bartec will conduct exclusive online TPMS clinics covering all aspects of Tire Pressure Monitoring System service and diagnostics.
Tech Update: Troubleshooting Customer TPMS Problems
TPMS is here, and technicians are learning to deal with it. And, they’re dealing with learning how to troubleshoot TPMS for our customers, who at this point know virtually nothing about it.
White Knight Wheel Accessories Offers Line of TPMS Products
White Knight Wheel Accessories supply any component needed to properly service a customer’s vehicle: replacement sensors (OEM, aftermarket or import), straps and brackets, TPMS valve stems, service kits and diagnostic tools.
Bartec Offers Free TPMS Training Clinics – Online!
Wheelrite customers can now log in and sign up for scheduled webinars on various TPMS topics. Clinics are now being scheduled for basic TPMS, Sensor Service, Diagnostics, Re-learn procedures and Tools.
New Comprehensive TPMS Resource Now Available Online
Schrader recently announced its sponsorship of a new online industry resource that addresses the specific TPMS needs of aftermarket retailers, original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and drivers. Developed after extensive research among a broad range of industry experts and drivers, the site approaches TPMS from the three distinct perspectives and with an objective lens.
Tool Feature: Tooling Up for TPMS
A Tire Pressure Monitoring System is a great safety innovation and has likely saved some lives, but TPMS also complicates tire replacement and rotation, and special tools are often required to reset the system.
Tech Tip: Troubleshooting Customer TPMS Problems
The history of how we got to this point with TPMS is not important. It’s here, and tire dealers and repair shops have learned to deal with it. The next question deals with how we learn to troubleshoot TPMS for our customers, who at this point know virtually nothing about it.
Tech Feature: 2004-2008 Ford F-150 Brake Job Top 10 Tips
Starting with the 2004 model year, Ford launched a new body style for the F150. The new body style truck is a new vehicle inside and out. However, not all of the 2004 F150s that you see will be the new body style. The 2004 F150 was also made available in the older body style pickup that came on the scene in 1996. The older body style F150 is called a “Heritage” edition.
Bartec USA Announces SEMA Show Special for 400plus
Purchase a Tech400plus from an authorized distributor and receive a bonus year of software updates.
Tech Update: The Keys to Success with TPMS
There are many factors to consider with a low tire pressure situation, not the least of which is safety. Underinflated tires roll at higher temperatures, handle poorly and require longer vehicle stopping distances. Underinflated tires also reduce gas mileage.
Bartec USA Announces New TPMS Website
WHYTPMS.COM is a website that will help consumers get answers to their questions regarding Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems.