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CH041006 Rev A.1 User’s Manual OmiDetect 100 TPM Sensor Tester OM503/2

. The information, specifications and illustrations in this manual are based on the latest information available at the time of publication. The manufacturer reserves the right to make equipment changes at any time without notice. © Copyright 2007 Omitec, Inc. All rights reserved. OmiDetect is a registered trademark of Omitec, Inc. Printed in the U.K.

OmiDetect 100 Table of Contents 1. INTRODUCTION............................................................................2 Direct Versus Indirect Systems...................................................3 About Sensors ............................................................................4 Activating Sensors ......................................................................5 Reprogramming..........................................................................5 2. SAFETY INFORMATION ..............................................................7 3. KIT CONTENTS.............................................................................9 4. CONTROLS AND INDICATORS.................................................10 5. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS....................................................11 6. WHAT TO DO IF OMIDETECT CANNOT ACTIVATE THE TPM SENSOR..................................................15 Technique A..............................................................................15 Technique B..............................................................................15 7. REPROGRAMMING THE TPM CONTROL MODULE ...............16 8. TPM SENSOR TYPE SELECTION CHART ...............................17 9. SPECIFICATIONS.......................................................................21 10. TROUBLESHOOTING ...............................................................22 11. CARE AND MAINTENANCE .....................................................23 12. WARRANTY...............................................................................23 13. TECHNICAL SUPPORT.............................................................24

Introduction 2 1. Introduction Congratulations on your purchase of the OmiDetect 100 Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPM) sensor tester. To enjoy safe and the best performance from your OmiDetect 100, please read and follow all instructions, recommendations and warnings. Understanding the basics of tire pressure monitoring systems is essential to using the OmiDetect effectively, so be sure to review the following sections thoroughly. OmiDetect is a state-of-the-art tester designed especially for automated and manual testing of TPM valve sensors for proper operation. Used correctly, it will allow you to quickly:  Confirm that the vehicle’s TPM sensors are working properly before you start tire/wheel service work (including rotating, changing or balancing tires/wheels). This will reduce the risk of your having to replace a sensor that was defective prior to your starting the work.  Confirm that the vehicles TPM sensors are working properly after you complete tire/wheel service work.  After rotating the vehicle’s wheels, activate their TPM sensors to allow the vehicle control unit monitoring the TPM sensors to identify their new location.  Diagnose problems with TPM sensors and other TPM system components.  Confirm that a TPM sensor you replaced is working properly.  Confirm that you installed the correct type of sensor. History of TPM Systems In the wake of tire safety issues involving SUVs in the late ‘90s, Congress passed the Transportation Recall Enhancement, Accountability, and Documentation (TREAD) Act in 2000. The TREAD Act mandated that automotive manufacturers start phasing TPM systems into all their new light vehicles with a GVWR of 10,000 pounds or less beginning in November 2003. By 2006, 90% of all light vehicles are to comply, and by Sept. 1, 2007, all new light vehicles must comply. The total population of vehicles with TPM systems will grow from approximately 4 million units in 2003 to close to 50 million units by the end of the decade.

Introduction 3 The NHTSA, which is responsible for establishing and enforcing vehicle safety standards, published a mandate requiring that the TPM system must be capable of monitoring all four tires and alerting the driver if a tire is under inflated by 25% or more of the OEM’s recommended tire pressure. Testing showed that proper tire inflation significantly improves vehicle handling safety, decreases tread wear, improves fuel economy, and decreases stopping distances. Underinflated tires are dangerous because they build up internal heat that can damage the tire structure, potentially resulting in fatal blowouts. Direct Versus Indirect Systems The NHTSA’s mandate on TPM systems allows two system architectures. The first, called the “direct” system, uses a direct RF link from each wheel to a central receiving control unit, and the second, called the "indirect" system, works in conjunction with the vehicle's antilock-braking (ABS) system.  Direct Systems. Wireless sensor in or on each wheel that measures internal tire air pressure and temperature separately and communicates the readings by RF signals to a receiver/controller control unit at regular intervals. The sensors have an integral low frequency transmitter and are typically built into or mounted on the valve stem. The end of the valve stem serves as the sensor’s antenna. Most direct systems share the receiver control unit with the vehicle’s keyless entry system.  Indirect Systems. Monitors rotation of tires via the vehicle’s antilock braking system (ABS) to calculate whether they are properly inflated. Does not measure tire pressure or temperature. The system measures the wheel speed of all four tires and calculates a “rolling circumference” for each one. In the event of a tire pressure loss, the rolling circumference of that tire is reduced, producing a change in the tire’s rotational speed. The NHTSA found that direct TPM systems are preferred because they are better able to detect under- or over-inflation and are quicker to provide alerts. Virtually all vehicle manufacturers today have moved to direct systems.

Introduction 4 Examples of TPM sensors used in today’s direct TPM systems. Beru Siemens TRW Pacifica  Audi  Volkswagen  Bentley  Bugatti  BMW  Ferrari  Kia  Land Rover  Maserati  Mercedes-Benz  Porsche  Chrysler  Dodge  Jeep  Mazda  Suzuki  GM  Honda  Acura  Hyundai  Kia  Lexus  Toyota About Sensors TPM sensors are micromechanical devices (a silicon-based vacuum cell) powered by a lithium battery with a minimum life expectancy of up to 10 years. Using their piezoresistive technology, they monitor tire pressure via measuring the deformation of an internal diaphragm. They typically transmit measurement values and sensor ID data at 433 MHz (for European systems) or 315 MHz (for U.S. systems) to the receiver control unit once per hour when the vehicle is parked (and only if the pressure changes), to preserve battery life, and every few seconds when the vehicle is traveling above a certain speed (typically about 20 mph). If the tire pressure rises or falls outside calibration limits, a warning light or message is displayed in real time on the vehicle’s instrument panel, along with an audible warning, to alert the driver.

Introduction 6 Other Cases Where You Will Need to Reprogram the TPM Control Module If the vehicle’s battery or the TPM control module is disconnected or the voltage to the TPM system drops below a certain value, the control module will loose all its sensor ID information and will set a DTC for a TPM fault. In this case, you will need to reprogram the control module and clear the DTC. Figure 1. OmiDetect shown in use in testing a TPM sensor.

Safety Information 7 2. Safety Information IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE For your safety, read this manual thoroughly before operating your OmiDetect system. It is intended for use by properly trained professional automotive technicians. The safety messages presented below and throughout this user’s manual are reminders to the operator to exercise care when using it. Before using your OmiDetect system, always refer to and follow the safety messages and applicable service procedures provided by the manufacturer of the vehicle being serviced. ● WARNING – Risk of injury This device emits an electromagnetic field which may interfere with the safe operation of medial equipment such as a heart pacemaker. Individuals fitted with a pacemaker should never use this device. ● WARNING – Risk of injury Never contact the OmiDetect tester to moving components, drive belts and other moving components. ● WARNING – Risk of electrical shock To avoid possible serious injury from electrical shock, never contact OmiDetect to electrical components. ● CAUTION – General Safety Precautions 1. Do not attempt to use the Tire Pressure Monitor System while adjusting tire pressures, since they do not function as a real-time tire pressure gauge. 2. Tire pressure monitor equipment was calibrated for the original vehicle tire size. Use only original tire sizes to maintain system accuracy. 3. Tire sealants should not be used on vehicles equipped with a Tire Pressure Monitor System. Those sealants can clog the sensors, rendering them ineffective. 4. Do not attempt to install a tire pressure sensor in a steel or aftermarket wheel. Tire pressure monitor equipment is only to be used on original style factory wheels. 5. Always replace a damaged or inoperative TPM sensor/transmitter.

Safety Information 8 6. Never clean a TPM sensor/transmitter with compressed air or steam. Damage to the sensor/transmitter may result. 7. The cap on the valve stem or a TPM sensor/transmitter frequently contains a O-ring to prevent contamination and moisture from entering. Be sure to retain this cap for reuse. 8. Strong radio waves may interfere with the proper operation of some TPM systems. 9. Snow, ice or mud in the wheel wells and tire chains mounted on the tires may cause a TPM system to malfunction. 10. Check that the vehicle’s ignition is Off and that its parking brake is properly set. 11. Do all testing in a well-ventilated area. 12. Do not smoke or allow sparks or open flame near fuel system parts. 13. Do not smoke or allow open flame near a battery. 14. Do not wear watches, rings or loose-fitting clothing when working near operating equipment. 15. Wear safety goggles at all times while operating OmiDetect. Rotating equipment components or electrical equipment can cause flying particles. ● CAUTION – General Operating Precautions 1. Keep OmiDetect away from metal objects, such as clamps, wheel alignment or other tire/wheel equipment, since they will impede OmiDetect’s ability to receive a good RF signal from a TPM sensor. 2. Keep OmiDetect away from any known RF transmitters, such as mobile phones and other RKE (Remote Keyless Entry) transmitters. Signals received from these devices could result in the incorrect RF signal being detected. ● Caution – Misdiagnosis may lead to incorrect or improper adjustment and/or repair. 1. Do not rely on erratic, questionable or obviously erroneous test information or results. If test information or results are erratic, questionable or obviously erroneous, verify that the test procedure was performed correctly. If test information or results are still suspicious, do not use them for diagnosis. Improper adjustment or repair may cause equipment damage or unsafe operation.

Safety Information 9 3. Kit ContentsYour OmiDetect 100 kit includes:  OmiDetect 100 TPM Sensor Tester  9V 6LR61 Battery  OmiDetect 100 User’s Manual OmiDetect’s internal 9 volt battery Important: Your OmiDetect system’s internal 9 volt alkaline battery must have sufficient charge for the system to work properly. If it drops below the minimum required, after you power the tester on, it will sound a constant tone and illuminate the Low Battery Indicator LED (see Sec. 4) for 5 seconds, then the system will automatically power Off. OmiDetect will not indicate a valid test result when the battery is low. For optimum performance, the recommended batteries are PP3, IEC 6LR61 or 6F22. Do not dispose of batteries in household refuge. Some communities offer recycling or collection of alkaline batteries. Contact your local government for disposal practices in your area. To replace the battery: 1. Remove battery compartment door from back of unit and check that the 9V alkaline battery is properly connected to the battery wiring harness connector. 2. Replace battery compartment door.

Setup Procedure 10 4. Controls and Indicators OmiDetect’s display has a series of 6 LEDs and a Low Battery Indicator LED. Figure 2. OmiDetect's LED Display. The 6 LEDs have three functions:  The first LED (1) illuminates when the “Listen” mode is selected, letting you test a TPM sensor activated manually, rather than electronically using OmiDetect.  The middle four LEDs (2) indicate the TPM sensor type currently selected for testing. For example, when the 2nd and 3rd LEDs are illuminated, the TRW sensor type is selected. Refer to Sec. 8, TPM Sensor Type Selection Chart, for the combination of LEDs to be illuminated for the sensor type you wish to test.  The middle two LEDs (2) indicate the frequency of the response RF signal detected from the TPM sensor under test, either 315MHz or 433MHz.  The next LED (3) illuminates to indicate a valid sensor signal was not detected during the test cycle.  Note : On power On OmiDetect automatically reverts to the last test mode used.

Setup Procedure 11 The Low Battery Indicator LED (4) illuminates to indicate OmiDetect’s internal 9 volt battery is low and should be replaced (see preceding section). Keypad Buttons Press to power On/Off the tester and to select the type of TPM sensor to be tested. Also lets you select the “Listen” mode to test sensors activated manually, rather than electronically using OmiDetect. Press to start testing, causing OmiDetect to activate the TPM sensor and listen for a valid response RF signal from it. 5. Operating Instructions When operating OmiDetect to test a TPM sensor for proper operation, you will always perform these steps: 1. Identify the vehicle’s TPM sensor type. (Refer to the Omitec TPM Sensor Vehicle Application Guide or to the vehicle manufacturer’s appropriate service information to identify the type of sensor installed on the vehicle.) 2. Hold the front end of OmiDetect on or close to the tirewall, where it meets the wheel rim, directly below the sensor.

Setup Procedure 13 combination of LEDs illuminates. Refer to the TPM Sensor Type Selection Chart (Sec. 8) for the combination of LEDs to be illuminated. With each press of the Power On/Off button, you will hear a beep and a different combination of LEDs will illuminate. Important: As a battery life saving feature, if you do not select a sensor type within 30 seconds of powering On OmiDetect, it will assume no testing is required and automatically power itself Off. If the sensor you are testing is not currently supported by OmiDetect, refer to Sec. 6 for information on how you can activate the sensor manually. 5. Press the button to test the sensor. The LEDs illuminated will begin to flash to indicate OmiDetect is activating the sensor and listening for the appropriate RF signal from it. Important: The test may take up to 65 seconds or longer, depending on the type of sensor being tested. Once OmiDetect detects the appropriate response signal, it will beep 3 times, the LEDs will stop flashing, and the LED for the frequency of the response signal it detected (either 315MHz or 433MHz) will illuminate for 5 seconds to indicate the sensor is operating properly. If it does not detect the appropriate signal, you will hear a continuous beep and the X LED will illuminate for 5 seconds, indicating the sensor is not operating properly. OmiDetect will then automatically reset back to the same test mode ready for the next test. If OmiDetect is unable to activate the sensor, be sure to confirm that you selected the correct sensor type for testing. Also, remember that some sensors cannot be activated electronically and must be activated magnetically. (Refer to the Omitec TPM System Quick Reference Guide for information on whether the sensor must be activated magnetically.) Since the vehicle manufacturers are constantly adding new sensor protocols, the sensor may have a new signal protocol not yet supported by OmiDetect. (With the optional update kit, you can update the signal protocols supported by OmiDetect using a desktop PC to keep the tool current.)

Setup Procedure 14 If necessary, you can activate a sensor manually using one of the techniques outlined in the following section. To cancel a test once it has started, simply press and hold down the Power On/Off button for 3 seconds. OmiDetect will then automatically power itself Off. Important: If the wheel service work you are performing on the vehicle includes rotating the tires or replacing a TPM sensor, with most TPM systems you must reprogram the TPM control module so it can identify the new TPM sensor locations, covered in Section 7.

Setup Procedure 15 6. What to Do If OmiDetect Cannot Activate the TPM Sensor If OmiDetect is unable to activate a TPM sensor, you can use either of the two following techniques to manually activate it to allow you to test it for proper operation. Technique A 1. Depress the tire’s valve stem to release air pressure for about 5 to 8 seconds. The TPM sensor will detect the loss of tire pressure, causing it to transmit a signal to the vehicle’s TPM control module. 2. Power On the OmiDetect tester (if necessary, repeatedly press the power On/Off button until the first LED is illuminated). Then press the button to put OmiDetect in the “listening” mode for manual testing. The LED will begin to flash, indicating OmiDetect is listening for an RF transmission signal from the TPM sensor. If OmiDetect detects a valid signal, it will beep 3 times and illuminate the appropriate signal frequency LED for 5 seconds. Technique B 1. Using a tire/wheel balancer, spin the tire/wheel at the speed required to cause the TPM sensor to start transmitting tire pressure measurement signals to the vehicle’s TPM control module. Note: Recall that all TPM systems automatically start transmitting pressure measurement and sensor ID data every few seconds when the tire is rotating above a certain speed, typically about 20 mph. 2. Power On the OmiDetect tester (if necessary repeatedly press the Power On/Off Button until the first LED is illuminated). Then press the button to put OmiDetect in the “listening” mode for manual testing. The LED will begin to flash, indicating OmiDetect is listening for an RF transmission signal from the TPM sensor.

Setup Procedure 16 If OmiDetect detects a valid signal, it will beep 3 times and illuminate the appropriate signal frequency LED for 5 seconds. 7. Reprogramming the TPM Control Module With most current generation TPM systems you will need to reprogram, or reset, the vehicle’s TPM control module any time:  You rotate a vehicle’s tires  You replace one or more TPM sensors, you must “reset” (reprogram) the TPM system’s control module by placing it in the “learn” mode and activating each sensor so the control module can identify the new sensor locations.  The vehicle’s battery or the control module is disconnected or the voltage to the TPM system drops below a certain value, causing the control module to loose all its sensor ID information. (This will set a DTC for a TPM fault. In addition to reprogramming the control module, you also will need to clear the DTC.) IMPORTANT: If you do not reprogram the control module, it will continue to report the correct tire pressures, but will assign them to the wrong wheel locations. To reprogram the TPM control module: 1. Place the vehicle’s TPM control module in the “learn” mode. (The procedure required varies with vehicle makes and models. Refer to the Omitec TPM System Quick Reference Guide provided with your OmiDetect system for the procedure required for the vehicle you are servicing.) 2. Activate each TPM sensor (see Section 5), following the vehicle manufacturer’s requirements for the order in which the sensors are to be activated. With most vehicle makes/models you will be required to start with the front left wheel, followed by the right front, right rear, left rear, and spare tire, working clockwise around the vehicle. Typically, the vehicle will sound a series of two or more horn beeps to confirm its TPM control module was able to communicate with the TPM sensor and identify the sensor’s location.

Setup Procedure 17 When finished activating all the TPM sensors, you may be required to drive the vehicle a specified distance and speed in order for the TPM control module to store the current tire pressures as new setpoints to be monitored. Refer to your Omitec TPM System Quick Reference Guide for more information. 8. TPM Sensor Type Selection Chart Refer to this chart for the combination of LEDs to be illuminated to activate the type of TPM sensor under test. (A lightened circle indicates the LED is illuminated.) TPM Sensor Type Siemens 2005 Beru TRW Pacifica Helpful hints on valve types OmiDetect is capable of activating various types of TPM sensors already fitted to tires/wheels. However, different types of sensors operate in different ways. For example, as part of a battery life saving measure, a new BERU valve may need to be fitted to a tire and subjected to a normal tire pressure for approximately 10 minutes before it will react to OmiDetect’s command signal to wake up. But sensors such as Siemens can be ‘excited’ prior to fitting them to a tire/wheel without any preconditioning.

Setup Procedure 18 OmiDetect 100 TPMS Vehicle Coverage List Vehicle Manufacturer Model Years TPMS Sensor RL 2004 - 2006 TRW MDX 2004 - 2006 TRW RSTX 2004 - 2006 TRW TL 2004 - 2006 TRW Acura TSX 2004 - 2006 TRW A4 2004 - 2006 Beru S4 2004 - 2006 Beru A6 2004 - 2005 Beru A6 Allroad 2002 - 2005 Beru A8 2004 - 2006 Beru S8 2002 - 2006 Beru Audi Q7 2005 - 2006 Beru Continental GT 614 2003 - 2006 Beru Continental 611 2005 Beru Bentley Continental Cabrio 615 2006 Beru Series 3(E46) 1999 - 2003 Beru Series 3(E90-93) 2006 Beru M3 2000 - 2005 Beru Series 5(E39) 1996 - 2002 Beru Series 5(E60/61) 2003 - 2006 Beru M5 1996 - 2002 Beru Series 6(E63/64) 2003 - 2006 Beru Series 7(E38) 1994 - 2001 Beru Series 7(E65) 2001 - 2003 Beru Series 7(E65/66) 2006 Beru Series 7(E67) 2003 - 2006 Beru X5(E53) 1999 - 2006 Beru X4(E85) 2006 Beru BMW Z4(E85) 2006 Beru Bugatti All 2005 - 2006 Beru

Setup Procedure 19 300 2005 - 2006 Siemens Pacifica 2004 - 2006 Siemens Town & Country 2004 - 2006 Siemens Caravan/Grand Caravan 2004 - 2006 Siemens Charger 2006 Siemens Magnum 2005 - 2006 Siemens Commander 2006 Siemens Liberty 2005 - 2006 Siemens Grand Cherokee 2005 - 2006 Siemens Dakota 2006 Siemens Durango 2006 Siemens Stratus 2006 Siemens Neon 2006 Siemens PT Cruiser 2006 Siemens Chrysler Sebring 2006 Siemens Ferrari All 2001 - 2006 Beru Accord 2004 - 2006 TRW Civic 2004 - 2006 TRW CR-V 2004 - 2006 TRW Element 2004 - 2006 TRW Odyssey 2004 - 2006 TRW Pilot 2004 - 2006 TRW Ridgeline 2004 - 2006 TRW Honda S2000 2004 - 2006 TRW Optima 2006 Beru Sedona 2006 Beru Kia Amanti 2006 Beru Land Rover All 2002 - 2006 Beru ES300 2004 - 2006 Pacifica GS350 2004 - 2006 Pacifica GX470 2004 - 2006 Pacifica IS250 2004 - 2006 Pacifica Lexus RX330 2004 - 2006 Pacifica Quattroporte 2004-2006 Beru Maserati M145 Spider 2006 Beru RX8 2005 - 2006 Siemens Mazda CX7 2005 - 2006 Siemens

Setup Procedure 20 MX5 2005 - 2006 Siemens Mercedes-Benz All 1999 - 2006 Beru Cayenne 2004 - 2006 Beru Carrera GT 2003 - 2006 Beru Boxter 2005 - 2006 Beru Porsche 911 Series 2005 - 2006 Beru XL7 2005 - 2006 Siemens Suzuki Verona 2005 - 2006 Siemens 4Runner 2005 - 2006 Pacifica Avalon 2005 - 2006 Pacifica Camry 2005 - 2006 Pacifica Sports Edition 2005 - 2006 Pacifica Highlander 2005 - 2006 Pacifica Land Cruiser 2005 - 2006 Pacifica Sequoia 2005 - 2006 Pacifica Tacoma 2005 - 2006 Pacifica Tundra 2005 - 2006 Pacifica Toyota FJ Cruiser 2005 - 2006 Pacifica Touareg 2002 - 2006 Beru Volkswagen Phaeton 2002 - 2006 Beru

Setup Procedure 21 9. Specifications TPMS Valve Sensor Activation Inductively Coupled RF at 125KHz Activation Range 2” – 8” (50mm – 200mm) depending on sensor and wheel type Activation Formats Pulse Code Modulation RF Detection Frequencies 315 MHz & 433.92 MHz Power 9V Battery (Alkaline/Manganese) PP3, IEC 6LR61 or 6F22 Note: Do not use rechargeable batteries. Dispose of used batteries in accordance with local authority guidelines. Approvals FCC This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: • This device may cause harmful interference, and • This device must accept interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Industry Canada: RSS210, RSSGEN

Warranty 24 13. Technical Support Technical support is available from Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. EDT by calling OmiDetect Technical Support toll-free at 1-800-434-6744 or by emailing techsupportusa@omitec.com.

29777 Telegraph Road, Onyx Plaza, Suite.1637 Southfield, MI 48034 Phone: (248) 799-2000 Technical support: (800) 434-6744 Email: techsupport@omitecusa.com Web site: www.omitecusa.com

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