AVT41 TPMS Tool Tips
Sensor Testing Point the tool’s antenna at the tire sidewall, near the valve stem OBD-learning Ensure that the tool has sufficiently charged battery Connect the OBD cable to the diagnostic port before turning the ignition on If the tool has trouble connecting to...
Lowline TPMS versus Highline TPMS
The automotive service industry is always changing. New vehicle technology means new learning requirements for technicians and that includes new terms and definitions. Regarding TPMS, words like lowline and highline are commonly used. Lowline refers to a system that...
TPMS for Electric Vehicles
In recent years, EVs (electric vehicles) and cars/trucks powered by hybrid systems are becoming more common. Certain models come standard with a battery-electric or hybrid drivetrain: GMC Hummer; Rivian R1S/RST, Tesla Models 3, S, X, Y; Lucid Ai; Kia EV6; Karma...
Indirect TPMS
Certain vehicles utilize indirect TPMS systems instead of direct ones. Examples of manufacturers that use indirect prominently are Honda and Volkswagen. Since the systems measure tire pressure indirectly, there’s no sensors inside the wheels. Instead the...
