Control Technology China VT16-VT31 TPMS Activation Tool User Manual VT31

Control Technology China Co., LTD TPMS Activation Tool VT31

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USER GUIDE ATEQ VT31 www.ateq-tpms.comAVAILABLE IN NORTH AMERICA ONLY
VT31 TPMS TOOL user guide User manual ATEQ VT31 Page 1/23 REVISION OF THE ATEQ VT31 MANUALDue to continuing improvements, the information contained in this user manual, the features and design of this device are subject to be changed without prior notice. Edition/ Revision Reference  Date (week/year) Chapters updated First edition  8/2017  -----
VT31 TPMS TOOL user guide User manual ATEQ VT31 Page 2/23  CONTENTS User guide  3VT31 TPMS TOOL .......................................................................................................... 31. SPECIFICATIONS ...............................................................................................................................32. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS .............................................................................................43. CAUTION .............................................................................................................................................54. FUNCTION KEYS ................................................................................................................................6POWER ON ..........................................................................................................................................76. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ............................................................................................................8VT31 USE ........................................................................................................................ 91. CHECK SENSOR .................................................................................................................................92. RECENT SENSOR DATA (SECTION TO COMPLETE) .................................................................. 12SETTINGS ..................................................................................................................... 131. ENTER SETTINGS MENU ................................................................................................................ 13ABOUT .......................................................................................................................... 181. ENTER IN THE ABOUT MENU ........................................................................................................ 18LANGUAGE .................................................................................................................. 191. ENTER LANGUAGES MENU ........................................................................................................... 19MISCELLANEOUS ........................................................................................................ 201. CHARGE ........................................................................................................................................... 202. TROUBLESHOOTING ...................................................................................................................... 213. LIMITED HARDWARE WARRANTY ................................................................................................ 224. RECYCLING...................................................................................................................................... 235.
VT31 TPMS TOOL user guide User manual ATEQ VT31 Page 3/23 User guide  VT31 TPMS TOOL 1. SPECIFICATIONSBattery Type:  Battery 9V PP3 type 6LR61  (not included) Battery Life:  Approximately 150 activations per battery. Dimensions (Max. L,W,D):  6" x 3.4" x 1.3" (15.3 cm x 8.6 cm x 3.3 cm). Case Material:  High Impact ABS. Response Frequency:  Main frequencies: 315 MHz and 433.92 MHz (supporting most specific frequencies). Low Battery Indication:  LCD bar graph display. Weight:  Approx. 0.5 lbs. Temperature:  Operating: 14° F to 122° F (-10° C to +50° C). Storage: -40°F to 140° F (-40° C to +60° C). Operating Altitude:  Up to 6560 ft (2000 m).
VT31 TPMS TOOL user guide  User manual ATEQ VT31 Page 4/23 2. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Do not discard. Retain for future reference. Please note that changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: -  Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. -  Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. -  Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. -  Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.  WARNING: This product emits electromagnetic and electronically generated waves that may interfere with the safe operation of pacemakers. Individuals that have pacemakers should never use this product.  WARNING:   Do not use on live electrical circuits. Must read instructions before use. Wear safety goggles. (User and bystanders). Risk of entanglement.   Read the Warranty, Safety and Recycling information at the end of this user guide.
VT31 TPMS TOOL user guide User manual ATEQ VT31 Page 5/23 3. CAUTIONREAD THESE INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING Your  Tire  Pressure  Monitoring  (TPM)  tool  has  been  designed  to  be  durable,  safe,  and reliable when properly used. All  TPMS  TOOLS  are  intended  to  be  used  only  by  qualified  and  trained  automotive technicians  or  in  a  light  industrial  repair  shop  environment.  Please  read  all  instructions below  before  using.  Always  follow  these  safety  instructions.  If  you  have  any  questions pertaining to the safe or reliability use of this tool, please call your local dealer. 1. Read All InstructionsAll warnings on the tool and in this manual should be adhered to. All operating instructions should be followed.  2. Retain InstructionsThe safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference. 3. Heed WarningsUser and bystanders must wear safety goggles and must read instructions before use. Do not use on live electrical circuits, risk of entanglement.  4. CleaningClean  with  a  soft  dry  cloth,  or  if  necessary,  a  soft  damp  cloth.  Do  not  use  any  harsh chemical  solvents  such  as  acetone,  thinner,  brake  cleaner,  alcohol,  etc  as  this  may damage the plastic surface.  5. Water & MoistureDo not use this tool where contact or immersion in water is a possibility. Never spill liquid of any kind onto the tool.  6. StorageDo not use or store the tool in an area where it is exposed to direct sunlight or excessive moisture.  7. UseTo  reduce  the  risk  of  fire,  do  not  operate  the  tool  in  the  vicinity  of  open  containers  or flammable liquids. Do not use if the potential for explosive gas or vapors exists. Keep the tool  away  from  heat  generating  sources.  Do  not  operate  the  tool  with  the  battery  cover removed.
VT31 TPMS TOOL user guide User manual ATEQ VT31 Page 6/23 4. FUNCTION KEYSPower ON /OFF switch  Test or trigger sensor. Next, continue or confirm.  Cancel, previous step. Navigate to select "up”.  Navigate to select “down”. Navigate to select “left”.  Navigate to select “right”. Screen Keyboard Antenna
VT31 TPMS TOOL user guide User manual ATEQ VT31 Page 7/23 5. POWER ON Press   key to turn on device, the TPMS TOOL  Displays first the VT logo as Fig. 1. Fig. 1  The software version and work zone as Fig. 2. ATEQ VT31 KAUNP1-01-00T ZONE : AMERICA Fig. 2  Then reverts to the MAIN MENU as Fig. 3. MAIN MENU     CHECK SENSOR Fig. 3
VT31 TPMS TOOL user guide User manual ATEQ VT31 Page 8/23 5. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS5.1. TPMS TOOL OVERVIEW Read and diagnose sensors. Service Procedure Read Sensor Test Before  servicing  the  tires/wheels,  using  your TPMS TOOL, trigger each of the vehicle's sensors to make sure they are working properly.  This  will  eliminate  the  liability  associated  with replacing previously damaged or defective sensors. MAIN MENU     CHECK SENSOR This procedure will not change the vehicle settings because the vehicle has yet to be put into  learn/retraining  mode.  This  procedure  allows  you  to  quickly  identify  damaged  or defective sensors,  because  some  vehicles  do  not  report  a  damaged  or  defective  sensor condition on the instrument cluster for up to 20 minutes. Note: If the sensors do not trigger, please refer to the Troubleshooting section of this Guide. Perform tire/wheel service.  Begin by triggering the driver's front left (LF) wheel sensor. The same procedure should be followed on all wheel sensors, in a clockwise rotation.  We  recommend you  trigger  each  wheel  sensor,  one  final time,  to make sure they are working correctly prior to releasing the vehicle to the customer. 1 Start FL 4 End RL FR 2 RR 3 Fig. 4
VT31 TPMS TOOL user guide User manual ATEQ VT31 Page 9/23  VT31 USE IMPORTANT: Vehicle  specific  information  in  this  manual  is  used  as  an  example  and  may  not represent specific instructions each make and model may require. When performing various  functions  with  the  tool,  it  is  important  to  refer  to  the  on-screen  prompts and/or repair manual information. 1. CHECK SENSORMAIN MENU     CHECK SENSOR VEHICLE SELECTION  SUBARUSUZUKITESLA>  TOYOTA 1.1. SELECT CAR MANUFACTURER VEHICLE SELECTION  SUBARUSUZUKITESLA>  TOYOTA TOYOTA  ProAce Combi>  RAV4 III RAV4 IV Solara II 1.2. SELECT CAR MODEL TOYOTA  ProAce Combi>  RAV4 III RAV4 IV Solara II RAV4 III >  2005-2013
VT31 TPMS TOOL user guide User manual ATEQ VT31 Page 10/23 1.3. SELECT YEAR RAV4 III >  2005-2013 RAV4 III >  4 WHEELS 5 WHEELS 1.4. SELECT WHEEL NUMBER This option does not appear for all vehicles. RAV4 III >  4 WHEELS 5 WHEELS RAV4 III ▲◄►▼SELECT TIRE C:  : START The tool is ready to trigger the sensors. 1.5. TEST SENSOR  RAV4 III ▲◄►▼SELECT TIRE C:  : START For tire selection.  RAV4 IIITRIGGER PROCESSING C:  : START
VT31 TPMS TOOL user guide User manual ATEQ VT31 Page 11/23 1.6. TEST RESULTS  RAV4 IIITRIGGER PROCESSING C:  : START 1:  PASS:  press  to  go  to  next tire. 2/3: FAIL. 1: PASS  RAV4 IIIF383834  25°C 0.10 bar  BAT:OK 315 MHzC:  : START 2: FAIL  RAV4 IIINO SENSOR DETECTED C:  : START 3: FAIL  RAV4 IIIDUPLICATE SENSOR C:  : START
VT31 TPMS TOOL user guide  User manual ATEQ VT31 Page 12/23 2. RECENT SENSOR DATA When a new vehicle is triggered the result is automatically stored in the RECENT SENSOR DATA menu. You may recall the result and continue to trigger the entire vehicle. The data is automatically replaced if a new vehicle is triggered. The data remains in the memory even after the device has been turned off. MAIN MENU   RECENT SENSOR DATA        RAV4 III F383834 25°C 0.10 bar  BAT:OK 315 MHz C:   : START
VT31 TPMS TOOL user guide User manual ATEQ VT31 Page 13/23  SETTINGS 1. ENTER SETTINGS MENUMAIN MENU  SETTINGS SETTINGS >  ZONE : AMERICAUNITS : PSI/°FFORMAT : AUTOCONTRAST: 80%SETTINGS >  AUTO OFF : 5minComplete listing. Scroll up and down to select function or settings. Enter menu or validate settings by enter key. Key functional descriptions: ZONE: to select the area of work, AMERICA. UNITS: change the air pressure and temperature display (kPa, Bar or PSI with F° or C°). FORMAT: change the format of sensor ID display. CONTRAST: adjust LCD contrast level (0% to 100%). AUTO OFF: time to turn off the device automatically after not being operated.
VT31 TPMS TOOL user guide User manual ATEQ VT31 Page 14/23 1.1. CHANGE ZONE SETTINGS SETTINGS >  ZONE : AMERICAUNITS : PSI/°FFORMAT : AUTOCONTRAST: 80%Up or down to select the zone. ZONE >  AMERICAEUROPEDATABASE PLEASE WAIT Press to enter.  A first starting or after a factory reset, the zone option appears on the screen. For apply a factory reset to the device, please use the WebVT software. Connect the VT31 device to the PC, when recognized, enter into the "Settings" menu and then click on the "Factory reset" button. 1.2. CHANGE UNITS SETTINGS SETTINGS  ZONE : AMERICA>  UNITS : PSI/°FFORMAT : AUTOCONTRAST: 80%Scroll up and down to select function or settings. Enter settings parameter. Complete listing.  > PSI/°F PSI/°C kPa/°F kPa /°C bar/°F bar /°C  Up  or  down  to  select  the  desired change.   Press  to  confirm  the  change and return to settings.   Press  to  return  settings without change.
VT31 TPMS TOOL user guide User manual ATEQ VT31 Page 15/23 1.3. CHANGE FORMAT SETTINGS SETTINGS  ZONE : AMERICA UNITS : PSI/°F>FORMAT : AUTOCONTRAST: 80%Scroll up and down to select function or settings. Enter settings parameter. Complete listing.  > AUTODECIMALHEXADECIMALUp  or  down  to  select  the  desired change.   Press  to  confirm  the  change and return to settings. Press  to  return  settings without change. AUTO: display sensor ID format in the way sensor is transmitting. DECIMAL: force to display sensor ID in decimal (0 to 9). HEXADECIMAL: force to display sensor ID in hexadecimal (0 to F).
VT31 TPMS TOOL user guide User manual ATEQ VT31 Page 16/23 1.4.  CHANGE CONTRAST SETTINGS SETTINGS  ZONE : AMERICA UNITS : PSI/°FFORMAT : AUTO>CONTRAST: 80%Scroll up and down to select function or settings. Enter settings parameter. Change by 0% (clear) to 100% (dark). SETTINGS  ZONE : AMERICA UNITS : PSI/°FFORMAT : AUTOCONTRAST: 80% < Up  or  down  to  select  the  desired change.   Press  to  confirm  the  change and return to settings.   Press  to  return  settings without change.
VT31 TPMS TOOL user guide User manual ATEQ VT31 Page 17/23 1.5. CHANGE AUTO OFF SETTINGS SETTINGS >  AUTO OFF : 5minScroll up and down to select function or settings. Enter settings parameter. Change by 60 min (maximum) to DISABLED (never). SETTINGS  AUTO OFF : DISABLED <  Up  or  down  to  select  the  desired change.   Press  to  confirm  the  change and return to settings.   Press  to  return  settings without change.
VT31 TPMS TOOL user guide User manual ATEQ VT31 Page 18/23  ABOUT 1. ENTER IN THE ABOUT MENUThis is to display the current version and information about the device. MAIN MENU  ABOUT ABOUT SN :  K360-00002 Version :  KAUNP1-01-00T Database :  MYAx-01 Receiver : OK ABOUT FOR MORE INFORMATION : WWW.ATEQ-TPMS.COM Scroll up and down to see different information Press to return main menu.
VT31 TPMS TOOL user guide User manual ATEQ VT31 Page 19/23  LANGUAGE 1. ENTER LANGUAGES MENUMAIN MENU     LANGUAGE LANGUAGE > ENGLISHESPANOLFRANCAISScroll up and down to select language. Validate by enter key.
VT31 TPMS TOOL user guide User manual ATEQ VT31 Page 20/23  MISCELLANEOUS 1. CHARGELow Battery Indication Your TPMS TOOL  incorporates  a  low  battery detection circuit. Battery life is an average of 150 sensor  tests  per  battery  full  charge (approximately 30~40 cars).  A full charge is about 3 hours. BATTERY  LEVEL  The power button can be pressed and held for a second to display battery status. BATTERY  LEVEL LOW Battery replacement When battery is low or your device doesn’t charge, change 9V PP3 battery on the back of your TPMS TOOL. Please note: the tool does not come with a battery.
VT31 TPMS TOOL user guide User manual ATEQ VT31 Page 21/23 2. TROUBLESHOOTINGIf the TPMS TOOL is unable to trigger one or more of the sensors, using either electronic or magnetic activation, please use the following troubleshooting guide: 1)The vehicle  does  not  have  a sensor  even  though  a  metal  valve stem  is  present.  Be aware of Schrader rubber style snap-in stems used on TPMS systems.2)The sensor, module or ECU itself may be damaged or defective.3)The sensor may be the type that periodically triggers on its own and is not designed to respond to a triggering frequency.4)Check “Auto Off” time settings for screen display.5)Your TPMS TOOL is damaged or defective.
VT31 TPMS TOOL user guide User manual ATEQ VT31 Page 22/23 3. LIMITED HARDWARE WARRANTYATEQ Limited Hardware Warranty ATEQ warrants to the original purchaser that your ATEQ hardware product shall be  free from defects in material and  workmanship for the length of time, identified on your product package and/or contained in your user documentation, from the date of purchase. Except where prohibited by applicable law, this warranty is nontransferable and  is limited to  the original purchaser. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights that vary under local laws.  Remedies ATEQ’s entire liability and your exclusive remedy for any breach of warranty shall be, at ATEQ’s option, (1) to repair or replace the hardware, or (2) to refund the price paid, provided that the hardware is returned to the point of purchase or such other place as ATEQ may direct with a copy of the sales receipt or dated itemized receipt. Shipping and handling charges may apply except where prohibited by applicable law.  ATEQ may, at its option, use new or refurbished or used parts in good working condition to repair or replace any hardware product. Any replacement hardware product will be warranted for the remainder of the original warranty period or thirty (30) days, whichever is longer or for any additional period of time that may be applicable in your jurisdiction.This warranty does not cover problems or damage resulting from (1) accident, abuse, misapplication, or any unauthorized repair, modification or disassembly; (2) improper operation or maintenance, usage not in accordance with product instructions or connection to improper voltage supply; or (3) use of consumables, such as replacement batteries, not supplied by ATEQ except where such restriction is prohibited by applicable law.  How to Obtain Warranty Support Before  submitting  a  warranty  claim,  we  recommend  you  visit  the  support  section at  ateq-tpms.com for  technical  assistance.   Valid  warranty  claims  are  generally  processed through the point of purchase during the first thirty (30) days after purchase; however, this period of time may vary depending on where you purchased your product – please check with ATEQ or the retailer where  you purchased  your  product for  details. Warranty  claims  that cannot  be processed through the point of purchase  and  any  other  product  related  questions  should  be  addressed directly  to  ATEQ. The addresses  and  customer  service  contact  information  for  ATEQ  can  be found  in  the  documentation accompanying your product and on the web at www.ateq-tpms.com . Limitation of Liability ATEQ SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES WHATSOEVER, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO LOSS OF PROFITS, REVENUE OR DATA (WHETHER DIRECT OR INDIRECT) OR COMMERCIAL LOSS FOR BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY ON YOUR PRODUCT EVEN IF ATEQ HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.  Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of special, indirect, incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you. Duration of Implied Warranties EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT PROHIBITED BY APPLICABLE LAW, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OR CONDITION OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS ON THIS HARDWARE PRODUCT IS LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE DURATION OF THE APPLICABLE LIMITED WARRANTY PERIOD FOR YOUR PRODUCT.  Some jurisdictions do  not allow limitations on  how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not apply to you. National Statutory Rights Consumers  have  legal  rights  under  applicable  national  legislation  governing  the  sale  of consumer goods.  Such rights are not affected by the warranties in this Limited Warranty.
VT31 TPMS TOOL user guide User manual ATEQ VT31 Page 23/23 No Other Warranties No ATEQ dealer, agent, or employee is authorized to make any modification, extension, or addition to this warranty. 4. RECYCLINGDo not dispose of the tool and/or it accessories in the trash. These components must be collected and recycled. The crossed-out wheeled dustbin means that the product must be taken to separate collection  at  the  product  end-of  life.  This  applies  to  your  tool  but  also  to  any enhancements  marked  with  this  symbol.  Do  not  dispose  of  these  products  as unsorted municipal waste. For further information, please contact ATEQ.
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