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204­04B Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) 2015 ­ 2016 Ranger ICA

Description and Operation Procedure revision date: 05/8/2015

Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)

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Part
Item Number Description
1 — BCM (body control module)
2 — TPMS (tire pressure monitoring system) sensor assembly (4
required)

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204­04B Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) 2015 ­ 2016 Ranger ICA
General Procedures Procedure revision date: 05/10/2015

Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Sensor Activation

Special Tool(s) / General Equipment

204­D081
TPM Activation Tool

Activation

1. NOTE: The tire pressure sensors will go into a "sleep mode" when a vehicle is stationary to conserve battery
power. The sensors do not transmit information while in sleep mode. It will be necessary to wake them up so
they will transmit the latest tire pressure information.

Turn the ignition switch to the ON position.

2. Position the special tool against the Left Front (LF) tire sidewall at the tire valve stem.

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Use Special Service Tool: 204­D081 TPM Activation Tool.

3. NOTE: The special tool should provide feedback in the form of a flashing green light and a beep sound for each
successful response from a tire pressure sensor. This feedback may not always be present, do not rely on it
as a confirmation that the module heard a particular sensor.

NOTE: If a sensor does not respond to the special tool move the vehicle to rotate the wheels at least one­
fourth of a turn and attempt to activate the same sensor again. If the sensor still does not respond, attempt to
activate the same sensor again using the customer activation tool (if available). If the sensor still fails to train,
attempt to train the sensor with the vehicle doors open.

Press the test button on the special tool to activate the sensor. Activate the sensor at least 2 times.
Use Special Service Tool: 204­D081 TPM Activation Tool.

4. Repeat Steps 2 and 3 for the remaining tires.

5. If the TPMS indicator remains illuminated after adjusting and activating each sensor,
Refer to: Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Sensor Activation (204­04B Tire Pressure Monitoring
System (TPMS), General Procedures).

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204­04B Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) 2015 ­ 2016 Ranger ICA
General Procedures Procedure revision date: 05/10/2015

Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Sensor Location Calibration

Special Tool(s) / General Equipment

204­D081
TPM Activation Tool

Ford Diagnostic Equipment

Programming

NOTE: The TPMS can be placed into learn mode using a diagnostic scan tool or manually where a diagnostic scan
tool is not available.

NOTE: Enter Training Mode With Scan Tool

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NOTE: The TPMS can be placed into learn mode using a diagnostic scan tool or manually where a diagnostic scan
tool is not available.

NOTE: Enter Training Mode With Scan Tool

1. NOTE: The horn will sound once and the TPMS indicator will flash if the training mode has been entered
successfully. If equipped, the message center will display TRAIN Left Front (LF) TIRE.

1. Select Chassis.
2. Select TPMS.
3. Select Training Mode.
Use the General Equipment: Ford Diagnostic Equipment

Programming

NOTE: Enter Training Mode Without Scan Tool

1. NOTE: The horn will sound once and the TPMS indicator will flash if the training mode has been entered
successfully. If equipped, the message center will display TRAIN Left Front (LF) TIRE.

With the ignition OFF, press and release the brake pedal.

2. Using the start/stop switch, position the ignition from OFF to RUN 3 times, ending in the RUN position.

3. Press and release the brake pedal.

4. Position the ignition to OFF position.

5. Using the start/stop switch, position the ignition from OFF to RUN 3 times, ending in the RUN position.

Programming

NOTE: TPMS Sensor Training Procedure

1. NOTE: It may take up to 6 seconds to activate a tire pressure sensor. During this time, the special tool must
remain in place at the valve stem.

Place the special tool on the Left Front (LF) tire sidewall at the valve stem. Press and release the test button
on the special tool. The horn will sound briefly to indicate that the tire pressure sensor has been recognized by
the BCM.
Use Special Service Tool: 204­D081 TPM Activation Tool.

2. Within 2 minutes of the horn sounding, place the special tool on the Right Front (RF) tire sidewall at the valve
stem and press and release the test button to train the Right Front (RF) tire pressure sensor.
Use Special Service Tool: 204­D081 TPM Activation Tool.
3. Repeat Step 1 for the Right Rear (RR) and Left Rear (LR) tires. The procedure is completed after the last tire
has been trained. When the training procedure is complete, the message center (if equipped) will display TIRE
TRAINING COMPLETE. For vehicles not equipped with a message center, successful completion of the
training procedure will be verified by positioning the ignition to OFF without the horn sounding. If the horn
sounds twice when the ignition is positioned to OFF, the training procedure was not successful.

4. Using the scan tool, locate the updated TPMS sensor identifiers trained to the BCM and document them on the
applicable warranty claim.
Use Special Service Tool: 204­D081 TPM Activation Tool.

5. This step is required to clear DTC B1182:55, cause the BCM to exit the manufacturing mode and to make sure
there are no other concerns with a newly programmed BCM.

6. If the sensors are being trained due to the installation of a new BCM, clear any DTC and carry out the BCM
On­Demand Self Test.

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204­04B Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) 2015 ­ 2016 Ranger ICA
Removal and Installation Procedure revision date: 05/10/2015

Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Sensor

Base Part Number: 1552

Removal

1. WARNING: Before beginning any service procedure in this section. Failure to follow this
instruction may result in serious personal injury.

Refer to: Health and Safety Precautions (100­00 General Information, Description and Operation).

2. WARNING: The Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) sensor battery may release hazardous
chemicals if exposed to extreme mechanical damage. If these chemicals contact the skin or eyes, flush
immediately with water for a minimum of 15 minutes and get prompt medical attention. If any part of the
battery is swallowed, contact a physician immediately. When disposing of Tire Pressure Monitoring
System (TPMS) sensors, follow the correct procedures for hazardous material disposal. Failure to
follow these instructions may result in serious personal injury.

NOTE: The Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) sensor cannot be removed without disassembly of the
wheel and tire.

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NOTE: The maximum shelf life of a TPMS snap in valve stems before being mounted to a wheel is 1 year. The
production date / week / year is marked on the TPMS sensor / valve stem itself. Snap in valve stems which
are older than 1 year are to be scrapped. TPMS snap in sensors with valve stems older than one year should
not be mounted but the valve stem should be replaced.

Refer to: Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Sensor (204­04B Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS),
Disassembly and Assembly).

Installation

1. NOTE: The Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) sensor cannot be installed without disassembly of the
wheel and tire.

Refer to: Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Sensor (204­04B Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS),
Disassembly and Assembly).

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204­04B Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) 2015 ­ 2016 Ranger ICA
Disassembly and Assembly Procedure revision date: 06/21/2016

Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Sensor

Base Part Number: 1552

Special Tool(s) / General Equipment

Wooden Block

DISASSEMBLY

NOTICE: Failure to follow the instructions below may result in damage to the TPMS.

NOTICE: The TPMS sensor is mounted to the valve stem. Removal of the valve stem requires dismounting the
tire from the wheel and removal of the TPMS sensor.

NOTE: Use only the Digital Tire Pressure Gauge any time tire pressures are measured to be sure that accurate
values are obtained.

1. Refer to: Wheel and Tire Health and Safety Precautions (100­00 General Information, Description and
Operation).

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2. Refer to: Wheel and Tire (204­04A Wheels and Tires, Removal and Installation).

3. NOTICE: The valve stem is connected to the TPMS sensor. Do not pull the valve stem from the wheel,
or damage to the sensor will occur.

NOTE: If a new TPMS sensor is being installed, remove and discard the valve stem­to­sensor screw and the
sensor.

Remove the valve stem core and fully deflate all air from the tire.

4. NOTICE: Do not allow the tire beads to move beyond the wheel mid­plane (middle of the wheel) when
separating the beads from the wheels, damage to the TPMS sensor may occur.

NOTICE: Tire and valve stem position is critical to prevent damage to theTPMS sensor when using a
paddle­type bead separator.

NOTE: Some machines may have a nylon roller bead separator at the 12 o'clock position instead of the paddle­
type bead separator at the 3 o'clock position.

For a paddle­type tire machine, position the valve stem at the 12 o'clock or 6 o'clock position and the
paddle at the 3 o'clock position.
For a roller­type tire machine, align the valve stem with the roller at any position.

NOTE: Paddle type shown, roller type similar.


5. NOTE: Index­mark the valve stem and wheel weight positions on the tire.

Place the wheel and tire assembly on the turntable of the tire machine with the valve stem at the 11:30 position
and the machine arm at the 12 o'clock position and dismount the outer bead from the wheel.

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6. Reset the wheel and tire assembly on the turntable of the tire machine with the valve stem at the 11:30
position and the machine arm at the 12 o'clock position and dismount the inner bead from the wheel.

7. NOTE: A new valve stem must be installed whenever a new tire or wheel is installed.

1. Remove and discard the TPMS sensor­to­valve stem screw.


2. Separate the TPMS sensor from the valve stem.
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8. NOTICE: Use care not to damage the wheel surface when removing the valve stem.

Using a suitable valve stem remover/installer, remove and discard the valve stem.
Use the General Equipment: Wooden Block

NOTE: When installing a new wheel, always install a new valve stem and sensor screw. Reuse theTPMS sensor
from the previous wheel if possible. The TPMS will not have to be trained if the sensor is reused.

NOTE: If the TPMS sensor is being reused, inspect the TPMS sensor for damage and install a new sensor as
necessary.

9. NOTICE: To prevent TPMS sensor and valve stem damage, the valve stem must be installed onto the
TPMS sensor and then installed into the wheel as an assembly.

Position the new valve stem onto the TPMS sensor and install the new screw.
Torque: 1.5 Nm
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ASSEMBLY

NOTICE: Damage to the TPMS sensor may result if the tire mounting is not carried out as instructed.

1. NOTICE: It is important to pull the valve stem and TPMS sensor assembly through the wheel rim hole
in a direction parallel to the valve stem hole axis. If the assembly is pulled through at an angle, damage
to the valve stem and sensor assembly may occur.

NOTICE: Use care not to damage the wheel surface when installing the valve stem and TPMS sensor
assembly.

NOTE: Lubricate the valve stem with soapy water and install the valve stem and TPMS sensor assembly into
the wheel using a block of wood and a suitable valve stem installer.

Using a suitable valve stem installer, install the new valve stem and TPMS sensor assembly.
Use the General Equipment: Wooden Block

2. NOTE: Lubricate the tire beads using a suitable fast­drying, corrosion­inhibiting tire bead lubricant.

NOTE: Do not mount the tire at this time.

Position the wheel on the turntable of the tire machine, then lubricate and position the bottom bead of the tire
on the wheel.

3. Position the wheel to align the valve stem with the machine arm, at the 6 o'clock position, and mount the
bottom bead of the tire.

4. Reposition the wheel to align the valve stem with the machine arm at the 6 o'clock position, and mount the top
bead of the tire.

5. NOTE: Use only the Digital Tire Pressure Gauge any time tire pressures are measured to be sure that accurate
values are obtained.

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Inflate the tire to the pressure specified on the VC label located on the driver door or door pillar.

NOTE: Proceed to the next step if the tire beads do not seat at the specified inflation pressure.

6. WARNING: If there is a need to exceed the maximum pressure indicated on the sidewall of the tire
in order to seat the beads, follow all steps listed below. Failure to follow these steps may result in
serious personal injury.

NOTICE: The following steps should only be carried out if the tire beads cannot be seated by inflating
the tire up to the maximum inflation pressure listed on the tire sidewall.

1. Relubricate the tire bead and wheel bead seat area.


2. Install a remote valve and pressure gauge.
3. Wear eye and ear protection and stand at a minimum of 3.65 m (12 ft) away from the wheel and tire
assembly.
4. Inflate the tire using the remote valve and tire gauge until the beads have seated or until the pressure
gauge is 138 kPa (20 psi) more than maximum inflation pressure on tire sidewall. If beads have not
seated, deflate the tire and proceed to the next step.
5. Place the wheel and tire assembly in an OSHA­approved tire safety cage.
6. Inflate the tire using the remote valve and pressure gauge until the beads have seated or until the
pressure gauge is 276 kPa (40 psi) more than maximum inflation pressure on the tire sidewall. Do not
exceed 276 kPa (40 psi) above the maximum pressure on tire sidewall. Install a new tire if the
beads do not seat at this pressure.

7. Refer to: Wheel and Tire (204­04A Wheels and Tires, Removal and Installation).

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Common questions

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During TPMS sensor training, a successful registration of a sensor with the BCM is indicated by the horn sounding briefly. This sound confirms that the tire pressure sensor has been recognized by the BCM. However, issues that may arise include the TPMS indicator remaining illuminated if the training procedure has not been successfully completed. Additionally, if a sensor does not respond to the activation tool, repositioning the vehicle to rotate the wheels may be necessary to facilitate sensor communication. In some cases, opening vehicle doors during sensor activation may be required if transmission signals are weak .

The purpose of the TPMS entering a "sleep mode" is to conserve battery power when a vehicle is stationary. The sensors do not transmit information while in sleep mode. To activate the sensors again, the ignition switch must be turned to the ON position and a special tool (204-D081 TPM Activation Tool) should be used against the tire sidewall at the valve stem to wake the sensors up and allow them to transmit the latest tire pressure information .

To manually enter the TPMS training mode without a diagnostic scan tool, the following steps should be taken: First, with the ignition off, press and release the brake pedal. Then, using the start/stop switch, position the ignition from OFF to RUN three times, ending in the RUN position. Press and release the brake pedal again, position the ignition to OFF, and then use the start/stop switch to turn the ignition from OFF to RUN three times, ending in the RUN position. The horn will sound once and the TPMS indicator will flash if the training mode has been entered successfully. Additionally, if equipped, the message center will display TRAIN Left Front (LF) TIRE .

The procedure for inflating a tire to seat its beads involves inflating the tire to the pressure specified on the VC label located on the driver door or door pillar. If the beads do not seat at the specified pressure, tire bead and wheel bead seat areas should be relubricated. A remote valve and pressure gauge should be installed, and safety precautions must be observed by wearing eye and ear protection and standing at least 3.65 meters away. The tire is then inflated until the beads seat or until the pressure reaches a gauge of 138 kPa (20 psi) more than the maximum inflation pressure indicated on the tire sidewall. If beads remain unseated, the tire should be placed in an OSHA-approved tire safety cage. These safety measures are crucial to prevent personal injury from potential tire or equipment failure caused by excessive pressure .

It is necessary to install a new valve stem whenever a new tire or wheel is installed to ensure the integrity and proper sealing of the tire assembly. This practice minimizes the risk of leaks, which could affect the tire pressure monitoring system's (TPMS) performance. Using a new valve stem and sensor screw is also essential to ensure compatibility and secure attachment of the TPMS sensor. Importantly, if the TPMS sensor is reused, the system does not require retraining, thereby streamlining the maintenance process. However, new valve stems are crucial for avoiding damage that could arise from reusing worn components .

The correct positioning of the valve stem during tire disassembly is significant because it helps prevent damage to the TPMS sensor. When using a paddle-type bead separator, the valve stem should be positioned at the 12 o'clock or 6 o'clock position with the paddle at the 3 o'clock position to avoid damaging the sensor. Similarly, with a roller-type tire machine, aligning the valve stem with the roller at any position helps protect the sensor. Incorrect positioning can result in the tire beads moving beyond the wheel mid-plane or applying force at an angle that may damage the TPMS sensor, which is crucial in maintaining the system's functionality .

During the removal and disposal of a TPMS sensor, it is crucial to follow several precautions to ensure safety and prevent personal injury. First, be aware that the TPMS sensor battery may release hazardous chemicals if exposed to extreme mechanical damage, and these chemicals can cause harm if they contact the skin or eyes. If exposed, one should flush immediately with water for at least 15 minutes and seek prompt medical attention. Additionally, if any part of the battery is swallowed, a physician should be contacted immediately. Proper disposal of TPMS sensors as hazardous material is necessary to avoid environmental contamination and health risks. These precautions are important to prevent chemical exposure and ensure the safe handling and disposal of potentially hazardous components .

Installation of the TPMS sensor and valve stem assembly requires careful attention to alignment to prevent damage. The assembly must be pulled through the wheel rim hole parallel to the valve stem hole axis. Any deviation from this alignment can cause stress and damage to the valve stem and sensor assembly, compromising the integrity and functionality of the TPMS. Additionally, during installation, the valve stem should be lubricated with soapy water for smooth assembly. Proper alignment and lubrication are critical to ensure a secure and undamaged fit, which is essential for accurate tire pressure monitoring .

The shelf life of TPMS snap-in valve stems is one year before mounting to a wheel. This limitation necessitates careful inventory management to ensure that valve stems are used within their viable lifespan. Over-aged valve stems should be discarded to maintain the integrity and reliability of TPMS installations. Installation practices should ensure that only valve stems within their shelf life are used, requiring technicians to verify the production date marked on the valve stems before installation. This practice prevents potential failures or leaks, which could compromise the effectiveness of the TPMS .

To verify successful completion of the TPMS sensor training procedure, either the message center will display "TIRE TRAINING COMPLETE," or if not equipped with a message center, success is confirmed if positioning the ignition to OFF results in no horn sound. If the horn sounds twice when the ignition is positioned to OFF, the training procedure has failed. In such cases, the procedure should be repeated, ensuring proper tool usage and sequence adherence, to achieve successful sensor registration with the BCM .

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