2019 Silverado

[sklunk]

I got my EL 50448 (TPMS) Tool a few days ago. $14.55 Free shipping from China.

It seemed to work on the first wheel, Second and then I could not find the sweet spot on the third. Then the system timed out. I was showing low battery as well.

I was using an outdated but new Duracell Pro battery. A battery tester said the battery was good.

Of course I opened the unit. Well made, surface mount technology and chrystal controlled. Thinking of ways to increase the output, but that may be premature. Just too cold to play with it now.

Make sure you are holding the antenna of the tool over the sidewall of the tire and not over the edge of the wheel rim or near the tip of the valve stem. The TPMS sensor is actually mounted lower on the valve stem so it sticks "into" the tire further. If you are holding the tool near the wheel rim you are actually farther away from the sensor plus the metal of the wheel can block some of the signal.

 

[Industrial Toys]

Thanks. Different reviews say different things. Some do say to touch the valve stem. Another that a few inches away is better. Curious which orientation the antenna radiates at best. Are truck RIMS worse than passenger car alloy rims for this?

The problem is, I don't know if the TPM is being exited by my signal at all, or if the vehicle receiver isn't seeing the TPM signal when excited.

 

[ruffdog]

TPMS tool Quote: "Ensure that the vehicle is in the TPMS learn mode and follow the service procedure. Hold tool against the sidewall of the tire near the valve stem. Depress learn button while holding tool against tire sidewall. The green LED indicates the tool is transmitting."

I always put the end of the tool against the sidewall just off the rim and push the button once and wait for the horn to honk. It has always worked for me.

 

[Industrial Toys]

Has anyone with the 08 Sierra 2500 SLT, Duramax (or similar year) have issues with the rear wheels for TPM programming?

Using the inflate/deflate method, I started leaning the Passenger Rear tire against the building closer to the front of the vehicle and learn it there, then mount it. A hassle!

 

[Rustyiron]

Just read that GM is partnering with IH on a new 4500 & 5500 models.

 

[WilliamBos]

Just read that GM is partnering with IH on a new 4500 & 5500 models.

Yupp - started after the Ford Navistar Divorce.

Here it is - will be released at Indy Work Truck Show.

 

[Rustyiron]

Can't tell much from that pic, but sure hope it's not a copy of the IH "terra star"? I forget the name but remember it's butt ugly!:laughing:

 

[Rustyiron]

Can't tell much from that pic, but sure hope it's not a copy of the IH "terra star"? I forget the name but remember it's butt ugly!:laughing:

Are they using the IH motor or the Isuzu?

 

[dgl24087]

It's going to be similar to the deal with Ford on the 650 and 750 series a few years ago. Navistar will build the frame and GM will supply the cab and hood, it will be Duramax powered.

 

[Snobdds]

GM will finally have a real front axle under that thing. :laughing: