Sens.it RS+ TPMS Sensors Compatible with ABS-learning
Several newer vehicles come equipped with ABS-based learning, for the TPMS system. For example, certain models from these makes: Chrysler, Ford, GM, Hyundai/Kia, Mazda, Nissan & Toyota. The systems utilize data from both the TPMS sensors and from the ABS system...
Sens.it RS+ TPMS Sensors Support LF-Learning
Several mid-2000’s German vehicles (Audi, BMW, Mercedes, Porsche, Volkswagen) and some early-model Jaguar/Land Rover vehicles came equipped with LF-learning TPMS systems. Low-frequency initiators in each wheel well triggered the sensors in a certain way, so that...
Hexadecimal vs Decimal IDs
When cloning OE sensors, it’s important to pay attention to the ID type. If the sensor ID is manually entered into the programming tool, then it’s necessary to match the format. Hexadecimal is a base-16 system, so each digit can be a number (0-9) or a...
TPMS Sensor Testing on Early-Model German Vehicles
The OE sensors on some German vehicles with early TPMS systems didn’t have LF coils. So the parts can’t be read using the wireless LF signal that TPMS tools use.Examples include: Audi, BMW, Mercedes, Porsche & Volkswagen vehicles that come equipped...