Since Septemeber of 2008, all passenger cars and light trucks sold in teh United States have been required to be fitted with a Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS). It is essential that anyone involved in teh tire and wheel industry be familiar with these systems.
You must know how to service them and how to explain their use and importance to your customers. Some shops were mart enough to get involved in TPMS right away, while others ignored it or, worse, don't even know about TPMS.
Lack of knowledge can be costly. Damaging a sensor can cost over a hundred dollars to replace. This doesn't include the loss to your reputation!
Begin by visiting the websites of TPMS manufacturers such as Dill Air Controls, Schrader-Bridgeport, and Bartec USA. They all have information you can access on the subject. The next step would be to get a copy of Mitcell's TPMS Service Manual. This book contains information on how to service TPMS units.
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With every tire being different, it is smart to go according to the pressure rating that is listed on the side of the tire than the numbers in your owner's manual. It is vital to check on the pressure of the tires as the entire performance of the vehicle depends on this besides ensuring safe driving.
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