Snap-On TPMS4 User Manual

Tire Pressure Sensor System Tool Kit

TPMS4

TPMS diagnostic tool that tests tire pressure monitoring sensors, captures sensor
data and relearns tire pressure monitoring systems. Also programs aftermarket
sensors and prints sensor information. Perfect complement to a shop or technician
that owns a Snap-on® diagnostic platform.

Contents

TPMS4 User Manual Cover. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

Contents. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Safety Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Safety Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Chapter 1: What’s Included Features and Layout . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Chapter 2: Basic Tool Operation and Navigation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

A)

Test Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

B)

Adjust / Rotate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

C)

Replace Sensor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

D)

Special Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

E)

Relearn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

F)

Settings / Updates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

G)

Settings / (Update) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Chapter 3: PC Print Instuctions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

TPMS4 Warranty / Service and Repair. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Safety Signal Words

All safety messages contain a safety signal word that indicates the level of the hazard. An
icon, when present, gives a graphical description of the hazard. Safety Signal words are:

Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or
serious injury to the operator or to bystanders.

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or
serious injury to the operator or to bystanders.

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in moderate or
minor injury to the operator or to bystanders.

Safety Message Conventions

Safety messages are provided to help prevent personal injury and equipment damage. Safety
messages communicate the hazard, hazard avoidance and possible consequences using
three different type styles:

• Normal type states the hazard.

• Bold type states how to avoid the hazard.

• Italic type states the possible consequences of not avoiding the hazard.

An icon, when present, gives a graphical description of the potential hazard.

Safety Message Example

Risk of unexpected vehicle movement.

• Block drive wheels before performing a test with engine running.

A moving vehicle can cause injury.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

TPMS4 QTY: 1

Caution! Lithium-Ion Battery

For Emergencies only. Call CHEMTREC

1-800-424-9300 US and Canada
[phone] International

3.8V 20.0 Amps 11.59 Wh

FCC ID: 2ANR7-TPMS4

WARNING

• Use of diagnostic equipment can cause electrical shock, fire and explosion.

Use caution and proper procedures when connecting
Diagnostic equipment

must be located 18" or more above floor level. Avoid

and disconnecting leads.

sparks and other sources of ignition.

Electrical shock, flames and explosion can cause serious injury.

• Improper use can cause hazardous conditions.

Read and follow all safety precautions accompanying the product. Wear safety
goggles.

Unexpected electrical, thermal or mechanical occurrences can cause injury.

• Electromagnetic and electronically generated waves may interfere with
pacemakers.

Individuals with pacemakers should never use this product.

Using this product with a pacemaker can result in serious injury or death.

• Internal battery presents a risk of fire, explosion and electric shock.

Charge battery pack only with charger provided.

Do not store at temperatures above 120°F (49°C).

Do not discard used batteries; return them to a Snap-on repair center for
recycling. Follow all safety messages in user manual.

Fire or explosion or electric shock can cause injury.

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

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Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement

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 designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This
equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and
used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user
is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one of the following measures:

Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.-

-

-

Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which

------------------the receiver is connected.

- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

FCC Caution: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate this equipment.

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this
device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.

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Directional

Buttons

Test

Button

Antenna

Power

(On/ Off)

Button

Enter

No / Cancel

Button

N

USB

USB Jack SD Card Slot

RJ45 Jack

SD

RJ45

Chapter 1: Introduction

Battery

Replacement

Screws*

TPMS diagnostic tool that tests tire pressure monitoring sensors, captures sensor data and
relearns tire pressure monitoring systems. Also programs aftermarket sensors and prints
sensor information

.

Kit Contents

TPMS4

Diagnostic Tool

TPMS3-4

USB Cable

TPMS4-7

AC/DC Power Adapter

TPMS4-9

Soft Carry Case

TPMS4-10

TPMSconnect USB
Jump Drive

Battery Replacement

Bottom View

Nylon Soft Case

* Torque to 0.26 – 0.43 in-Lb

Included Power Adaptors

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Chapter 2: Basic Tool Operation and Navigation

When testing sensor position TPMS4 antenna on sidewall
near valve. Press TEST to trigger sensor.

On certain applications such as Asian
vehicles, a Snap-on diagnostic scan
tool is required to place the vehicle into
relearn mode. For these applications,
the TPMS4 triggers the TPM sensors in
order to register the sensor IDs to the
on-board vehicle computer.

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MAKE / MODEL / YEAR

1

2

3

4

5

6

SILVERADO

/

TEST NEXT

2015
2016
2017
2004
2005 - 2006
2007 - CLAMP-IN
2007 - SNAP-IN
2008 - 2009 - SNAP-IN

CHEVROLET

/

TEST NEXT

EQUINOX
EXPRESS SERIES
HHR
IMPALA
MALIBU
MONTE CARLO
ORLANDO
SILVERADO

VEHICLE SELECTION

/

TEST NEXT

CADILLAC
CHEVROLET
CHRYSLER
CODA
DODGE
FERRARI
FIAT
FISKER

SELECT TIRE PRESS

OR USE ARROWS ON KEYPAD

TO TEST PRESS

SILVERADO

TROUBLESHOOTER STOP

SILVERADO

TROUBLESHOOTER END

SILVERADO

TROUBLESHOOTER END

ODBAF869

36.0 PSI
315MHz

TRIGGER PROCESSING

82º

BAT : OK

1.0 g

A

Test Pressure

Perform this function to retrieve TPM sensor information,such as Unique sensor ID, Pressure,
Frequency,Temperature, Battery status (Note: Ford banded style-sensors requires the trigger­ing to be performed 180 degree from valve stem).The following sensor information
insures that the TPMS sensor is correct and that it is working as designed.

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ROTATE

ADJUST

INCREASE OR DECREASE AIR PRESSURE

2010 GMC SIERRA

EXPANDS TPMS4 TOOL TO INCLUDE INFLATION

1

2 2

3

3

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SIERRA ALL

With Keyless Entry
With DIC Button
With Odometer Reset

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SIERRA ALL

Make sure TPMS MIL light is Solid
not flashing.
Adjust tire pressure to tire placard
value.
Use TPMS4 to check all sensors.
Press NEXT to trigger all
sensors in the tires.

SIERRA ALL

With Odometer Reset

1. Inflate all tires

2. Apply parking brake

3. Turn Ignition ON

4. Push and hold the trip odometer
reset stem on instrument panel

until PRESS ✓ TO RELEARN TIRE

/

TEST NEXT

/

TEST

NEXT

SELECT TIRE PRESS
OR USE ARROWS ON KEYPAD

TO TEST PRESS

SIERRA ALL

TROUBLESHOOTER STOP

B

Adjust / Rotate

Perform the TPM system reset of relearn procedure after tire service, such as a rotate or after
pressure adjustment.Note: Cold pressure adjustment is always recommended when adjusting
pressure to recommended placard specification.

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PROGRAMMABLE

OE / OE STYLE

INSTALL SENSOR

SELECT SENSOR

2015 GMC ACADIA

CREATE NEW ID

READ OE SENSOR

COPY ID

CREATE SENSOR

OE RELEARN/RESET

OE RELEARN/RESET

OE RELEARN/RESET

COPY ID

1

2

4

2

3

C

1

Use black EZ-sensor
or 33500 EZ-sensor

GMC

ALLIGATOR SENS.IT
BWD STANDARD QWIK
DYNAMIC PRO SELECT
ECHLIN NAPA QWIK
HAMATO N UPRO
HUF INTELLISENS

PROGRAMMABLE

ACADIA

ID : 586AC27C

SUCCESSFUL
INSTALL IN TIRE

4

ACADIA

COPY ID

ACADIA

ID : 586AC27C

SUCCESSFUL
INSTALL IN TIRE

1

OE
BWD STANDARD OE
DILL VDO REDI
DORMAN DIRECT
ECHLIN NAPA OE

OE / OE STYLE

PROGRAMMABLE

MAX TOTAL
ORANGE UNIVERSAL
PDQ
SCHRADER EZ
STEELMAN SELECT
TYC SENSOR

/

TEST NEXT

/

NEXT

Use 33500 (rubber valve),
33700 (alluminum valve), or
33000 EZ-sensor

OE / OE STYLE

/

NEXT

/

NEXT

/

NEXT

/

TEST NEXT

/

TEST NEXT

C

Adjust / RotateReplace Sensor

Perform vehicle sensor replacement for OE or aftermarket Programmable sensor brands. Follow
on screen instructions as well as relearn the TPM system after all sensors have been replaced.
Each specific relearn procedure is provided along with sensor programming instructions.

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1

2

SPECIAL FUNCTIONS

KEY FOB /RF TEST
REDI SENSOR UNLOCK

315 MHz

0% 50% 100%

PRESS KEY FOB BUTTON

D

Special enhanced functions are enabled to the TPMS4 that allows the user to perform and insure
that the vehicle will achieve relearn mode and the registration of the new sensor ID's are suc­cessful. The special functions will include Key fob testing, REDI Sensor - Unlock, and future
TPMS procedures.

Special Functions

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MAKE / MODEL / YEAR

RELEARN PROCEDURE

AFTER RELEARN PROCEDURE IS

COMPLETED DRIVE VEHICLE. IF FLASHING

TPMS LIGHT IS ON CONNECT SCAN TOOL

TO RETREIVE TPMS CODES

1

2

3

ALTIMA

This process requires the use of
your Snap-on Scan tool.
Connect Scan tool to OBDII port

and select TPMS from Menu. Use
of TPMS4 will be required to
activate all sensors.

GMC ACADIA

1. Inflate all tires

2. Turn Ignition ON

3. Press and hold unlock and lock
button on key fob until horn
sounds

4. Use TPMS4 to activate LF Sensor

5. Single horn sounds

TROUBLESHOOTER STOP

TROUBLESHOOTER STOP

E

Relearn

Specific vehicle instructions to assist in registering the new sensor ID's after a new sensor re­placement. Instructs for the use of Snap-on diagnostic equipment to scan for DTC codes, as it
may direct the user to an in-depth diagnosis. Diagnosis of all DTC's is always recommended be­fore a successful RELEARN can be achieved.

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TOOL SETTINGS

G

1 2

3 4

5

REGION : AMERICA
UNITS : PSI / F
FORMAT : AUTO
BUZZER ON : YES
AUTO OFF : 5 minutes
LANGUAGE : ENGLISH
ABOUT

SETTINGS

AMERICA
EUROPE

REGION

PSI/ºF
PSI/ºC
kPa/ºC
kPa/ºF
bar/ºF
bar/ºC

UNITS

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ABOUT

LOADING. . .

EUROPE

F

Setting / Updates

Customizable settings to suit the user's preference, such as world regions, SI or Metric, and language.

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TPMSCONNECT

CONNECT USB DRIVE TO PC

CONNECT TPMS4 TO PC

G

Setting / (UPDATE)

USB Jump Drive TPMSconnect

The USB jump drive is used to install the TPMSconnect portal and also includes TPMS4 User's
manual. Insert the USB Jump Drive into the PC or Laptop USB port and follow the on-screen in­structions. This will provide the user with initial product registration and it will also bring the TPMS4
to the most current software version. After the first 12-months the purchase of TPMS4U update
will allow software updates for a 12-month time period.

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Chapter 3: PC Print Instructions

Print Sensor Information–

Connect to PC to print the last vehicle sensor data screen.

Printing sensor information such
as Sensor ID, Pressure, Temper­ature and Battery condition is a
feature of the TPMS4. This func­tion is performed after triggering
the vehicle sensors and connect­ing the TPMS4 through the
WebTPM portal. In some cases,
printing sensor information
requires the most current soft­ware version to be functional.

IMPORTANT:

This feature is only available after
the user has triggered the TPM
sensors in the vehicle, and the
tool has not been turned off.

1) Trigger TPM sensors with the
TPMS4.

2) Open up the TPMSconnect portal.

3) Connect USB cord to PC/Lap-

top and docking station.

4) In the TPMSconnect portal,
select "Print Sensor Information".

5) Sensor information is sent to
the printer.

Printing Result function will not
be available if the TPMSconnect
software driver is not installed.

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TPMS4 WARRANTY/SERVICE AND REPAIR

Snap-on Tools Company Limited One (1) Year Warranty

Snap-on Tools Company (the “Seller”) warrants only to original purchasers who use the Equipment in their busi­ness that under normal use, care and service, the Equipment (except as otherwise provided herein) shall be free
from defects in material and workmanship for one year from the date of original invoice. Seller does not provide
any warranty for accessories used with the Equipment that are not manufactured by Seller.

SELLER’S OBLIGATIONS UNDER THIS WARRANTY ARE LIMITED SOLELY TO THE REPAIR OR, AT
SELLER’S OPTION, REPLACEMENT OF EQUIPMENT OR PARTS WHICH TO SELLER’S SATISFACTION ARE
DETERMINED TO BE DEFECTIVE AND WHICH ARE NECESSARY, IN SELLER’S JUDGMENT, TO RETURN
THIS EQUIPMENT TO GOOD OPERATING CONDITION. NO OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED
OR STATUTORY, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR
FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, SHALL APPLY AND ALL SUCH WARRANTIES ARE HEREBY EX­PRESSLY DISCLAIMED.

SELLER SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL COSTS OR
DAMAGES INCURRED BY PURCHASERS OR OTHERS (including, without limitations, lost profits, revenues,
and anticipated sales, business opportunities or goodwill, or interruption of business and any other injury or damage).

This Warranty does not cover (and separate charges for parts, labor and related expenses shall apply to) any
damage to, malfunctioning, inoperability or improper operation of the Equipment caused by, resulting from or at­tributable to (A) abuse, misuse or tampering; (B) alteration, modification or adjustment of the Equipment by other
than Seller’s authorized representatives; (C) installation, repair or maintenance (other than specified operator
maintenance) of the Equipment or related equipment, attachments, peripherals or optional features by other than
Seller’s authorized representatives; (D) improper or negligent use, application, operation, care, cleaning, storage
or handling; (E) fire, water, wind, lightning or other natural causes; (F) adverse environmental conditions, including,
without limitation, excessive heat, moisture, corrosive elements, dust or other air contaminants, radio frequency
interference, electric power failure, power line voltages beyond those specified for the Equipment, unusual phys­ical, electrical or electromagnetic stress and/or any other condition outside of Seller’s environmental specifications;
(G) use of the Equipment in combination or connection with other equipment, attachments, supplies or consum­ables not manufactured or supplied by Seller; or (H) failure to comply with any applicable federal, state or local
regulation, requirement or specification governing emission analyzers and related supplies or consumables.

Repairs or replacements qualifying under this Warranty will be performed on regular business days during Seller’s
normal working hours within a reasonable time following purchaser’s request. All requests for Warranty service
must be made during the stated Warranty period. Proof of purchase date is required to make a Warranty request.
This Warranty is nontransferable.

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