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ATEQ TPMS Reset Procedure

NOTE: Whenever tires or wheels are changed (such as changing to and from winter tires), the tire pressure sensor's unique ID signal code must be registered with TPMS.
NOTE: This system may not function properly under the following conditions:
  • When there is equipment or a device near the vehicle using the same radio frequency as that of the tire pressure sensors.
  • When a metallic device (i.e., a non-genuine navigation system) is placed near the center of dashboard, it may block radio signals from the tire pressure sensor to the receiver unit.
  • When a large metallic object (i.e., a large electric household appliance or a desktop computer) is placed on the right side of the rear seat, it may block radio signals from the tire pressure sensor to the receiver unit.
  • When using a digital device (such as a personal computer) or a current converter device that may cause radio interference with the receiver unit.
  • When excess snow or ice adheres to the vehicle, especially around the wheels.
  • When tire pressure sensor batteries are exhausted.
  • When using a wheel with no tire pressure sensor installed.
  • When using tires with steel wire reinforcement in the sidewalls.
  • When using tire chains.
NOTE: When the tire pressure warning light illuminates and the warning beep sound is heard (about 3 seconds), check tire pressure and adjust as necessary. When pressure is adjusted on hot tires to the cold inflation pressure, the warning light/beep may turn on after the tires cool and pressure drops below specification. Also, an illuminated warning light resulting from the tire air pressure dropping due to cold ambient temperature may go out if the ambient temperature rises. In this case, it will also be necessary to adjust the tire air pressure. If the warning light illuminates again even after the tire pressures are adjusted, tire may be punctured.
NOTE: Perform tire pressure adjustment when the tires are cold. Tire pressure will vary according to the tire temperature (approximately 1.5 psi (10 kPa) change for every 10°). Let the vehicle stand for one hour or only drive it 1.6 km (1 mile) or less before adjusting the tire pressures.
NOTE: A tire pressure sensor is not installed on the temporary spare tire. The warning light will flash continuously while the temporary spare tire is being used.
NOTE: After adjusting the tire air pressures, it may require some time for the warning light to go out. If the warning light remains illuminated, drive the vehicle at a speed of at least 16 mph (25 km/h) for 10 minutes, and then verify that it goes out.
NOTE: If the warning light is flashing and a spare tire is not in use, there is a malfunction in the TPMS. See appropriate manufacturer service information.
  1. Turn ignition switch to ON position, then turn it back to LOCK (ACC or OFF) position.
  2. Leave the vehicle with the engine OFF, and wait for about 15 minutes.
  3. After about 15 minutes, drive vehicle at a speed of at least 16 mph (25 km/h) for 10 minutes or more. Tire pressure sensor ID signal code will be registered automatically.
    NOTE: If vehicle is driven within 15 minutes of changing tires, the warning light will flash because the sensor ID signal code would not have been registered. If this happens, park the vehicle for about 15 minutes, after which sensor ID signal code will register upon driving vehicle for 10 minutes or more.