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Tire Pressure Monitor (TPM) - Reset (Calibrate)

TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR RESET PROCEDURE

IMPORTANT: There are 3 different ways to reset the Tire Pressure Monitor (TPM) system. After resetting, the TPM system requires up to 30 minutes of straight line driving in each of the 3 speed ranges to complete the calibration process.If the TPM system does not reset, or DTC C1245 remains current, refer to Diagnostic System Check - Tire Pressure Monitoring. For further information, refer to Tire Pressure Monitor Description and Operation.

USING THE EXTERIOR LAMP SWITCH
1. Adjust all tire pressures to the recommended kPa/psi. Refer to Tire Placard.
2. Turn "ON" the ignition, with the engine OFF.
3. Cycle the exterior lamp switch from "OFF" to parking lamps 3 times within 5 seconds.
4. Use the scan tool in order to clear the TPM DTC.

USING THE RDS RADIO, IF EQUIPPED
1. Adjust all tire pressures to the recommended kPa/psi. Refer to Tire Placard.
2. Turn the ignition to "ACC" or "ON", with the engine OFF.
3. Turn the radio "OFF".
4. Press and hold the "DISP" button until "SETTINGS" is displayed.
5. Press the "SEEK" up or down arrows until "TIRE MON" is displayed.
6. Press the "PREV" or "NEXT" button to enter the submenu. "RESET" will be displayed.
7. Press the "DISP" button, A chime will sound and "DONE" will be displayed.
8. Scroll until "EXIT" is displayed.
9. Press the "DISP" button to exit the TPM reset mode. A chime will sound to verify exit.
10. Use the scan tool in order to clear the TPM DTC.

USING THE SCAN TOOL
1. Adjust all tire pressures to the recommended kPa/psi. Refer to Tire Placard.
2. Install the scan tool.
3. Turn "ON" the ignition, with the engine OFF.
4. With the scan tool select "Special Functions".
5. Select TIM Reset.
6. Press the Reset soft key.
7. Use the scan tool in order to clear the TPM DTC.