Indirect TPMS Making A Comeback On Some Imports
Indirect Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems (TPMS) are the systems that do not have air pressure sensors inside the tires. Rather, they detect a low tire by comparing relative wheel speeds via the Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) wheel speed sensors. When a tire loses air, its diameter decreases slightly. Older indirect TPMS are not as sensitive
TPMS Tools: Turn a Dash Light Into a Profit Center
While the replacement of service kits is undeniably a small-ticket item, it is also a remarkably consistent necessity, bringing in a constant flow of profit and helping build stronger, loyal relationships with customers.
TPMS: Educating the Consumer Benefits Your Shop
Let’s all face it, nobody gets into the tire business for the cheering crowds or the recognition and deep respect of our fellow man. If you did, I’d like a sample of what you’ve been smoking, please. No, we’re all in the tire business to make money, but unfortunately that’s been getting a bit harder
Relearn Procedures Require TPMS Tool
TPMS Tool to ‘Wake Up’ Sensors.
TPMS, NHTSA and You
A different perspective on TPMS systems and rules yields new questions that need answers
Real-World TPMS Tips & Tricks
Straight from the field, several service tips for reducing comebacks and putting customers at ease
The End of the Beginning
As TPMS grows up, let’s recap the shortcomings of first-gen sensors and take a look at what’s ahead
TPMS Diagnostic Strategies
Dig a little deeper to find the true causes of the most puzzling TPMS problems.
Making the Seasonal Change
It’s important to consider TPMS sensors when changing over winter tires – and vice-versa.
TPMS Update: Sensor Replacement
More than 68 million vehicles on the road today have direct TPMS systems. With the average age of a vehicle on the road lasting more than 10 years, a vehicle with four TPMS sensors will have all of its TPMS sensor replaced during the life of the vehicle. Why Sensors FailThe number one reason sensors
2012 TPMS TSBs in Review
A quick review of the top technical service bulletins on TPMS service issues from all the automakers.
TPMS: Take Time to Know the Options
At the recent Technology and Maintenance Council meeting, the beliefs and long-offered advice of the most experienced tire engineers were confirmed and documented: specifically that maintaining proper tire inflation consistently saves fuel.