2010 Ford Transit Connect Passenger Owner's Manual - Page 145

Tires, Wheels and Loading TPMS reset procedure The TPMS reset procedure needs to be performed after each tire rotation. WARNING: To determine the required pressure for your vehicle - refer to the Safety Compliance Certification Label or Tire Label located on the B-Pillar or the edge of the driver's door. See Vehicle loading in this chapter for more information. Overview To provide the vehicle's load carrying capability, this vehicle requires different recommended tire pressures in the front tires as compared to the rear tires. The Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) equipped on these vehicles is designed to illuminate the Low Tire Pressure Warning indicator at two different pressures; one for the front tires and one for the rear tires. Since tires need to be rotated to provide consistent performance and maximum tire life, the Tire Pressure Monitoring System needs to know when the tires are rotated to determine which set of tires are on the front and which are on the rear. With this information, the system can detect and properly warn of low tire pressures. TPMS reset tips: • To reduce the chances of interference from another vehicle, the TPMS reset procedure should be performed at least 3 feet (1 meter) away from another Ford Motor Company vehicle undergoing the TPMS reset procedure at the same time. • Do not wait more than two (2) minutes between resetting each tire sensor or the system will timeout and the entire procedure will have to be repeated on all four wheels. • A double horn chirp indicates the need to repeat the procedure. Performing the TPMS reset procedure It is recommended that you read the entire procedure before attempting. 1. Drive the vehicle above 20 mph (32 km/h) for at least 2 minutes and then park in a safe location where you can easily get to all four tires and have access to an air pump. 2. Place the ignition in the off position and keep the key in the ignition. 145 2010 Transit Connect (tst) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)