Jacki Lutz, Author at Tire Review Magazine - Page 2 of 4
The TPMS and Tire-Life Connection

Tire pressure monitoring systems, although extremely important and a mandated safety requirement on new vehicles sold in the U.S., are still considered a discretionary part by most drivers. This means that TPMS systems are considered “optional” since the vehicle will still run without them fully functioning. Quite frankly, a vehicle will get you from point

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Avoiding TPMS Signal Interference During the Repair Process

When the signals are crossed or obstructed, it can lead the system to transmit inaccurate information to the driver, or to the TPMS light illuminating.

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Torque and TPMS: What Technicians Need to Know

Torquing shouldn’t be considered an extra step; it is more about performing a step completely.

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TPMS Tool Proliferation: Why It Happens, How to Avoid it

As shops continue to explore their options for programmable sensor partners and decrease their sensor inventory, they now find themselves collecting multiple programming tools along the way.

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Upselling a Second Set of Rims and TPMS Sensors

This investment will save customers money in service each year because they will not need to pay to dismount the wheel, dismount the existing tire, service the sensor valve, mount the all-season tires onto each rim or rebalance the wheel.

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Investing in TPMS Tools

The TPMS tools you invest in can either make or break the efficiency of your shop’s TPMS program.

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Turning Off the TPMS Light

If a vehicle comes into your shop with the TPMS light already on, there are a few key things to always check first.

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Resolutions for New TPMS Goals

Here are a few resolution ideas to improve your TPMS program this year.

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Changes in the TPMS Landscape Over the Past 10 Years

TPMS advancements today are focusing on coverage and programming speeds.

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Top 3 TPMS Installations that Cost Time and Money

Programmable sensors and auto location are two examples of features that offer many benefits but may require extra steps during service.

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Maximizing TPMS Sales for Winter Tire Season

Soon enough, you will have the opportunity to see a nice bump in sales due to what we have come to know and love as “winter tire season.”

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Signs of Valve Corrosion & TPMS Service Packs

Servicing a corroded valve can be challenging and often leads to replacing the entire TPMS sensor.

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