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

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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.-

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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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