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I have a TPMS error on the instrument cluster, and after putting a new sensor in that corner my tire shop told me that there is no coding for the driver front tire in the TPMS module.  They said it was something they'd never seen before.  They mentioned if there was a code there (pictured), they could use it to get everything working.

 

I have a PIWIS III, but am brand new to it and don't know anything about how it works.  Is there a way to "program" a code into that TPMS module?

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Coding a tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) is an important task for any automotive technician.  TPMS is a safety feature in modern vehicles that alerts the driver when tires are low in pressure, potentially preventing accidents and improving fuel economy. 

One tool commonly used for coding  TPMS is the Porsche Integrated Workshop Information System III (PIWIS III).  PIWIS III is an advanced diagnostic tool that allows technicians to communicate with the vehicle's on-board computer system and tune various components, including the TPMS. 

To encode TPMS with  PIWIS III, the technician first connects the tool to the vehicle's OBD-II port. Once connected, technicians can access the PIWIS III TPMS menu  and select the option to encode the TPMS sensors. The tool  then prompts the technician to enter the required information, such as the vehicle's tire pressure specifications. 

Once the required information is entered, PIWIS III communicates with the vehicle's on-board computer system and updates the TPMS sensors with the new coding. This process ensures that the TPMS is precisely calibrated to the vehicle specifications and provides accurate tire pressure readings to the driver. 

In addition to coding  TPMS sensors,  PIWIS III also allows technicians to run diagnostic tests on the TPMS system to identify  issues or malfunctions. This helps prevent potential security risks and ensures that the TPMS is working properly. 

In summary, for automotive technicians, coding  TPMS with  PIWIS III is a critical task  to ensure the safety and efficiency of modern vehicles. With this advanced diagnostic tool, technicians can accurately calibrate  TPMS sensors and perform diagnostic tests to maintain the  health of the entire TPMS system.

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