Thank you posting this! I have been looking for the simplest way to get this done without having to inflate or deflate the tires to activate the sensors.
Not sure on the newer vehicles. But you can just let some air out to trigger the TPMS sensors and they’ll start transmitting. I put my 2008 equinox in learn mode and just take a tire chuck and go around to each tire
This tool's main purpose is to create the connection between the TPMS sensors to the car's computer. So when you get new sensors they may not automatically connect to the car's computer or if you rotate your tires the car may not realize new location. The relearn tool relearns the connection. If it is the same TPMS sensor in the tire, it may be that the battery in the TPMS has died and you need a new sensor. I don't think the relearn tool would help in your situation.
@@flyonawall6521 correct the rims are not stock, although the vehicle previously belonged to my son, and yes, the sensors were put in the new wheels, although that is a very important point that you brought up and thank you
Will this tool work if the tire sensor is actually defective beyond being able to reset? Reason I ask is it worked 1st time. Message came back in 45 miles later and can’t get the tool to reset same tire again..,
If it's old.. the batteries do run out eventually. You'll likely need to get another one mounted in your tire--- and then use your tool to reset the new one.
@@calholli vehicle is 2008. I am sure batteries are done. Wished there was a way to eliminate the alarm. As I operate my tire pressure gauge all the time. Old school. Ridiculous sensors
@@daveholte7658 There is, you just have to invest in a scan tool. Launch x431 variant, xtool d8, topdon, thinktool pro, autel. There are a lot of options these days, that are well worth it
