Tpms reset procedure, Overview, Performing the tpms reset procedure – FORD 2010 Transit Connect v.3 User Manual

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TPMS reset procedure

The TPMS reset procedure needs to be performed after each tire
rotation.

WARNING: To determine the required pressure for your vehicle
– refer to the Safety Compliance Certification Label or Tire Label

located on the B-Pillar or the edge of the driver’s door. See Vehicle
loading
in this chapter for more information.

Overview

To provide the vehicle’s load carrying capability, this vehicle requires
different recommended tire pressures in the front tires as compared to
the rear tires. The Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) equipped on
these vehicles is designed to illuminate the Low Tire Pressure Warning
indicator at two different pressures; one for the front tires and one for
the rear tires.

Since tires need to be rotated to provide consistent performance and
maximum tire life, the Tire Pressure Monitoring System needs to know
when the tires are rotated to determine which set of tires are on the
front and which are on the rear. With this information, the system can
detect and properly warn of low tire pressures.

TPMS reset tips:
• To reduce the chances of interference from another vehicle, the TPMS

reset procedure should be performed at least 3 feet (1 meter) away
from another Ford Motor Company vehicle undergoing the TPMS reset
procedure at the same time.

• Do not wait more than two (2) minutes between resetting each tire

sensor or the system will timeout and the entire procedure will have
to be repeated on all four wheels.

• A double horn chirp indicates the need to repeat the procedure.
Performing the TPMS reset procedure

It is recommended that you read the entire procedure before attempting.

1. Drive the vehicle above 20 mph (32 km/h) for at least 2 minutes and
then park in a safe location where you can easily get to all four tires and
have access to an air pump.

2. Place the ignition in the off position and keep the key in the ignition.

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2010 Transit Connect (tst)
Owners Guide, 3rd Printing
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