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CONTENTS

 

1

 

USING THE MANUAL .............................................................................. 1

 

C

ONVENTIONS

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2

 

GENERAL INFORMATION ...................................................................... 3

 

TPMS

 

S

YSTEM 

R

EVIEW

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TPMS

 

L

EGISLATION

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TPMS

 

T

ELL

-

TALE 

L

IGHT

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B

ENEFITS OF 

TPMS ................................................................................... 4

 

3

 

TOOL INFORMATION ............................................................................. 5

 

F

UNCTIONAL 

D

ESCRIPTION

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S

PECIFICATIONS

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A

CCESSORIES 

I

NCLUDED

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I

CONS

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K

EYBOARD

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B

ATTERY 

C

HARGING

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P

OWER 

U

P

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4

 

TPMS QUICK MODE ............................................................................... 9

 

V

EHICLE 

I

DENTIFICATION

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S

CAN 

S

ENSOR

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P

ROGRAM 

S

ENSOR

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R

ELEARN 

P

ROCEDURE

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S

ENSOR 

I

NFORMATION

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5

 

MISCELLANEOUS .................................................................................24

 

T

OOL

K

IT

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L

ATEST 

T

EST

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M

Y 

D

EVICE

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P

RODUCT 

T

ROUBLESHOOTING

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6

 

COMPLIANCE INFORMATION ...............................................................36

 

7

 

WARRANTY AND SERVICE ...................................................................38

 

L

IMITED 

O

NE 

Y

EAR 

W

ARRANTY

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S

ERVICE AND 

S

UPPORT

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Summary of Contents for MaxiTPMS TS408

Page 1: ...t the time of printing Autel reserves the right to make changes at any time without notice While information of this manual has been carefully checked for accuracy no guarantee is given to the completeness and correctness of the contents including but not limited to the product specifications functions and illustrations Autel will not be liable for any direct damages or for any special incidental ...

Page 2: ...ethods and test procedures It is essential to perform tests in an appropriate and acceptable manner that does not endanger your safety the safety of others in the work area the device being used or the vehicle being tested Before using the device always refer to and follow the safety messages and applicable test procedures provided by the manufacturer of the vehicle or equipment being tested Use t...

Page 3: ... the vehicle unattended while running tests Use extreme caution when working around the ignition coil distributor cap ignition wires and spark plugs These components create hazardous voltages when the engine is running Keep a fire extinguisher suitable for gasoline chemical electrical fires nearby Put the transmission in PARK for automatic transmission or NEUTRAL for manual transmission and make s...

Page 4: ...SPECIFICATIONS 6 ACCESSORIES INCLUDED 7 ICONS 7 KEYBOARD 7 BATTERY CHARGING 7 POWER UP 8 4 TPMS QUICK MODE 9 VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION 9 SCAN SENSOR 11 PROGRAM SENSOR 13 RELEARN PROCEDURE 21 SENSOR INFORMATION 21 5 MISCELLANEOUS 24 TOOLKIT 24 LATEST TEST 25 MY DEVICE 25 PRODUCT TROUBLESHOOTING 35 6 COMPLIANCE INFORMATION 36 7 WARRANTY AND SERVICE 38 LIMITED ONE YEAR WARRANTY 38 SERVICE AND SUPPORT 39...

Page 5: ...ing conventions are used Bold Text Bold text is used to highlight selectable items such as buttons and menu options Example Tap OK Notes and Important Messages The following messages are used Notes A NOTE provides helpful information such as additional explanations tips and comments Example NOTE New batteries reach full capacity after approximately 3 to 5 charging and discharging cycles Important ...

Page 6: ...ocedures and illustrations are available in electronic documents Blue italic text indicates a selectable hyperlink and blue underlined text indicates a selectable website link Illustrations Illustrations used in this manual are samples the actual testing screen may vary for each vehicle being tested Observe the menu titles and on screen instructions to make correct option selection ...

Page 7: ...except those vehicles with dual wheels on an axle as of 2007 In the European Union starting November 1 2012 all new models of passenger cars must be equipped with a TPMS with even tighter specifications that will be defined by the UNECE Vehicle Regulations Regulation No 64 From November 1 2014 all new passenger cars sold in the European Union must be equipped with TPMS On July 13 2010 the South Ko...

Page 8: ... there would be a pressure problem If the light flashes there is a system problem which can be faulty sensors or the fact that the vehicle hasn t learned the sensor yet Benefits of TPMS The significant advantages of TPMS are summarized as follows Fuel saving Extended tire life Decreased downtime and maintenance Improved safety Environmental efficiency ...

Page 9: ...from a menu or return to previous menu 4 UP SCROLL BUTTON moves up through menu and submenu items in menu mode When more than one set of data are retrieved use this button to move up to previous screens for additional data It is also used to view previous trouble code when viewing DTCs 5 LEFT SCROLL BUTTON when scrolling through a screen of data or text moves to previous character and views additi...

Page 10: ...on next screens if recorded data content covers more than one screen 10 TEST BUTTON commences a TPMS Test or confirms selections on screen 11 Y BUTTON confirms a selection or action from a menu 12 USB PORT connects the TPMS tool to PC for software update or battery charging NOTE Figures and illustrations product s characteristics and functions and included accessories in this User Manual are provi...

Page 11: ...activate TPMS sensor 6 indicates deflation is required to activate TPMS sensor 7 indicates wheels will be checked one by one 8 indicates the TPMS tool is sending signals to the tire sensor for activation and test in activation screen or indicates the sensor information is read by activation Keyboard No solvents such as alcohol are allowed to clean the keypad or display Use a mild nonabrasive deter...

Page 12: ...s recommended that you charge the tool for over 2 hours before the first use NOTE Only use the USB cable adapter that is included in our pack to charge this tool The use of un approved power supplies may damage your tool and void the tool warranty Power Up Power up the TPMS tool by pressing the Power button and wait for the Main Menu to appear Figure 3 2 Sample Main Menu Screen ...

Page 13: ...e Perform basic TPMS functions through the Quick service mode Scan Sensor Program Sensor Relearn Procedure and Sensor Information Confirm Select test vehicle to start a TPMS service session Vehicle Identification Confirm ...

Page 14: ...t by Model Confirm Select by Year 1 For vehicles using direct TPMS Confirm Functions provided in Quick Mode Scan Sensor Program Sensor Relearn Procedure and Sensor Information 2 For vehicles using indirect TPMS ...

Page 15: ...11 Confirm Follow the instructions displayed to perform Relearn for indirect TPMS Scan Sensor Hold the tool close to the sensor or close to the tire sidewall right above the sensor 1 For first time use ...

Page 16: ...12 Press Y or Trigger to trigger the sensor The device is receiving data from the sensor Trigger Successful The ID pressure temperature and voltage of the sensor display on screen ...

Page 17: ...Y or Trigger to try again 2 For non first time use If a previous session has been saved a message displays asking if the data from the saved session should be used or if a new session should be initiated Program Sensor ...

Page 18: ...new MX Sensor Press to select Copy by Activation Place the tool near the sensor to be copied If the sensor is still attached to the wheel hold the close to the tire sidewall right above the sensor Confirm Trigger Succeessful Original sensor ID displays on the screen Press Y to program the original sensor ID into MX Sensor Trigger failed Press Y or Trigger to try again ...

Page 19: ... a new MX Sensor in the sensor slot or hold the top of the tool close to the sensor to program Sensor Programming The programming function automatically begins Once programmed sensor and tire data will display ...

Page 20: ...nsor are that you are using the correct frequency Try to program sensor again No sensor detected Ensure the unit software is up to date Multiple sensor detected Ensure that only one sensor is close to the tool Copy by Manual Input This function is used to manually input the original sensor ID and program it to new MX Sensor ...

Page 21: ...17 Confirm DEC ID is coded in decimal HEX ID is coded in hexadecimal letters and numbers AUTO tool will automatically detect the length of the ID Exit Confirm and Program ...

Page 22: ...lly begins Once programmed sensor and tire data will display A failure message will display if the sensor fails to program Press any button to continue Ensure you are using an MX Sensor are that you are using the correct frequency Try to program sensor again ...

Page 23: ...ware is up to date Multiple sensor detected Ensure that only one sensor is close to the tool Auto Create 1 16 Sensors This function is used to auto create new unique ID s into 1 16 MX Sensor s Place 1 16 MX Sensor s close to the top of the tool ...

Page 24: ...20 The tool will automatically detect the sensors near the tool Cancel Continue Once the sensors are successfully programmed the sensor IDs and the PSNs Product Serial Number will display on the tool ...

Page 25: ...21 Relearn Procedure Confirm Read the Relearn Procedure carefully to complete the operation Sensor Information Confirm ...

Page 26: ...mation Place a MX Sensor near the top of the tool and then press Y Confirm NOTE Area Code is the code used to identify the area of your tool for Autel Support when you file a problem report OE Sensor Information Confirm ...

Page 27: ...23 The tool will automatically display the information of the OE sensor mounted on the test vehicle ...

Page 28: ...tor Menu 3 Hold the key fob close to the tool and press the function buttons on key fob to test If the button works and the key fob is sending a signal the tool will beep and the screen displays as below If the button does not work the tool will do nothing To make sure each button is working properly please test each button in turn Figure 5 2 Sample Receive Signal Screen The progress bar indicates...

Page 29: ...w or change device settings and view software and hardware versions Figure 5 3 Sample My Device Menu Update This function allows you to update the scan tool software through a Windows based computer Register the Tool User can update the scan tool ONLY after registering it on the website www autel com or www maxitpms com NOTE Prior to registration please confirm your network is working properly 1 V...

Page 30: ...t section of the Settings application on the tool 7 Select your product model enter the product serial number and password on the Product Registration screen and click Submit to complete the registration procedure Update Procedure Autel releases software updates regularly Connect the tool to a Windows computer using the supplied USB cable power on the tool and select Update on the Main Menu screen...

Page 31: ...lls Download and Install progress also displays in the Status column of updated items 4 Click Pause button on the right side of screen to suspend all downloads status displays as STOPPED 5 To resume update select suspended items and click the Update Selected Items button The progress will resume from the break point 6 When the download is complete programs will be installed automatically Single Up...

Page 32: ... on the Installed Programs tag entry and the page will display the list of installed programs 2 Select the program s that you would delete Batch delete Check box of program to delete Click the Delete button on the right side of screen Single delete Click the Uninstall button of the program to delete 3 A message to confirm software deletion will display Figure 5 6 Sample Confirmation Window Click Y...

Page 33: ...ssure unit in kPa Psi or Bar 5 Temperature Unit Sets the temperature unit in degrees to Celsius or Fahrenheit 6 Distance Unit Sets the distance unit in km or mile 7 Beep Set Turns on off key press beep 8 Power off Sets the amount of time of inactivity before the tool automatically power off 9 Date and Time Sets date and time on tool TIPS Tool is set to default settings until changes are made To En...

Page 34: ... to select the desired market or tool operating region and press the Y button to save your selection and return to previous menu Figure 5 9 Sample Market Selection Screen Language TIPS English is the default language 1 From System Setup screen use the UP DOWN scroll button to select Language and press the Y button 2 Use the UP DOWN scroll button to select the desired language and press the Y butto...

Page 35: ...utton to select the desired ID format Figure 5 11 Sample ID Format Screen 3 Press the Y button to save your settings and return to previous menu or press the N button to exit without change Pressure Unit 1 From System Setup screen use the UP DOWN scroll button to select Pressure Unit and press the Y button 2 From Pressure Unit screen use the LEFT RIGHT scroll button to select the desired unit kPa ...

Page 36: ...om Temperature Unit screen use the LEFT RIGHT scroll button to select the desired unit of temperature Figure 5 13 Sample Temperature Unit Screen 3 Press the Y button to save your settings and return to previous menu or press the N button to exit without change Distance Unit 1 From System Setup screen use the UP DOWN scroll button to select Distance Unit and press the Y button 2 From Distance Unit ...

Page 37: ...o select Beep Set and press the Y button 2 From Beep Set menu use the LEFT RIGHT scroll button to select ON or OFF to turn on off the beep Figure 5 15 Sample Beep Set Screen 3 Press the Y button to save your selection or the N button to exit without change Power off 1 From System Setup screen use the UP DOWN scroll button to select Power off and press the Y button 2 Press UP DOWN scroll button to ...

Page 38: ...al power the scan tool stays on until turned off When using internal battery power the scan tool turns off automatically after a set time of inactivity Date and Time This function sets time and date on tool 1 From System Setup screen use UP DOWN scroll button to select Date and Time and press the Y button to confirm wait for the Date and Time screen to display 2 Use UP DOWN scroll button to increa...

Page 39: ... press the Y button wait for the About screen to display 2 View tool information on screen Press the N button to exit Figure 5 18 Sample About Screen Product Troubleshooting This part describes problems that you may encounter while using the TPMS tool If the scan tool freezes reset the tool Turn the ignition off and wait for about 10 seconds Turn the ignition back on and continue testing ...

Page 40: ...is equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are d...

Page 41: ...equipment RF WARNING STATEMENT The device has been evaluated to meet general RF exposure requirement The device can be used in portable exposure condition without restriction The term IC before the radio certification number only signifies that IC technical specifications were met RoHS COMPLIANCE This device is declared to be in compliance with the European RoHS Directive 2011 65 EU CE COMPLIANCE ...

Page 42: ...mitations may not apply to you This warranty does not apply to 1 Products subjected to abnormal use or conditions accident mishandling neglect unauthorized alteration misuse improper installation or repair or improper storage 2 Products whose mechanical serial number or electronic serial number has been removed altered or defaced 3 Damage from exposure to excessive temperatures or extreme environm...

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