Autel MaxiTPMS TS601 User manual

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1. Safety Precautions and Warnings
To prevent personal injury or damage to vehicles and/or the scan
tool, read this instruction manual first and observe the following
safety precautions at a minimum whenever working on a vehicle:
Always perform diagnosis or service in a safe environment.
Wear safety eye protection that meets ANSI standards.
Keep clothing, hair, hands, tools, test equipment, etc. away from
all moving or hot engine parts.
Operate the vehicle in a well ventilated work area: Exhaust gases
are poisonous.
Put blocks in front of the drive wheels and never leave the vehicle
unattended while running tests.
Use extreme caution when working around the ignition coil,
distributor cap, ignition wires and spark plugs. These
components create hazardous voltages when the engine is
running.
Keep a fire extinguisher suitable for gasoline/chemical/electrical
fires nearby.
Put the transmission in PARK (for automatic transmission) or
NEUTRAL (for manual transmission) and make sure the parking
brake is engaged.
Always turn the ignition off before connecting/disconnecting the
OBDII Cable to/from the TPMS tool; otherwise it may cause the
Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) to turn on.
Refer to the user’s manual for the vehicle being serviced and
adhere to all diagnostic procedures and precautions. Otherwise
personal injury or unneeded repairs may result.
Keep the TPMS tool dry, clean, free from oil, water and grease.
Use a mild detergent on a clean cloth to clean the outside of the
TPMS tool when necessary.

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2. General Information
2.1 TPMS system review
A tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) is an electronic system
designed to monitor the air pressure inside the pneumatic tires on
various types of vehicles. TPMS report real-time tire-pressure
information to the driver of the vehicle, either via a gauge, a
pictogram display, or a simple low-pressure warning light. TPMS
can be divided into two different types — direct (dTPMS) and
indirect (iTPMS). TPMS are provided both at an OEM (factory)
level as well as an aftermarket solution.
2.2 TPMS Legislation
In the United States, the United States Department of Transportation
(NHTSA) released the FMVSS No. 138, which requires an
installation of a Tire Pressure Monitoring System to all new
passenger cars, multipurpose passenger vehicles, trucks, and buses
that have a gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) of 4,536 kg
(10,000 lbs.) or less, except those vehicles with dual wheels on an
axle, as of 2007. In the European Union, starting November 1, 2012,
all new models of passenger cars must be equipped with a TPMS,
with even tighter specifications that will be defined by the UNECE
Vehicle Regulations (Regulation No. 64). From November 1, 2014,
all new passenger cars sold in the European Union must be equipped
with TPMS. On July 13, 2010, the South Korean Ministry of Land,
Transport and Maritime Affairs announced a pending partial-revision
to the Korea Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (KMVSS), specifying
that "TPMS shall be installed to passenger vehicles and vehicles of
GVW 3.5 tons or less, ... [effective] on January 1, 2013 for new
models and on June 30, 2014 for existing models". Japan is expected
to adopt European Union legislation approximately one year after
European Union implementation. Further countries to make TPMS
mandatory include Russia, Indonesia, the Philippines, Israel,
Malaysia and Turkey.

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2.3 TPMS Tell-tale Light
When diagnosing TPMS systems, you should understand what the
TPMS tell-tale light means.
When turning the ignition OFF to ON, the TPMS tell-tale should
come on, and then go off, which indicates the system is working fine.
If the light stays on, there would be a pressure problem. If the light
flashes, there would be a system problem, which can range from
faulty sensors to sensors on the vehicle that haven’t been learned to
that vehicle.
2.4 Benefits of TPMS
The significant advantages of TPMS are summarized as follows:
Fuel saving.
Extended tire life.
Decreased downtime and maintenance.
Improved safety.
Environmental efficiency.

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3. Tool Information
3.1 Tool Description
1) SENSOR SLOT – Holds the MX-Sensor needs to be
programmed.
2) LCD DISPLAY – Displays the menus and test screens.
3) FUNCTION BUTTONS – Corresponds with “buttons” on
screen for executing commands.
4) UP SCROLL BUTTON – Moves up through menu and
submenu items in menu mode. When more than one set of data
are retrieved, use this button to move up to previous screens for

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additional data. It is also used to view previous trouble code
when viewing DTCs.
5) N BUTTON – Cancels a selection (or action) from a
menu or return to previous menu.
6) LEFT SCROLL BUTTON –When scrolling through a
screen of data or text, moves to previous character and views
additional information on previous screens if recorded data
content covers more than one screen.
7) HELP BUTTON – Provides help information.
8) POWER BUTTON – Long press this button to turn on/off
the tool; or, short press the button to return to Home screen.
9) DOWN SCROLL BUTTON – Moves down through
menu and submenu items in menu mode. When more than one
set of data are retrieved, use this button to move down to next
screens for additional data. It is also used to view next trouble
code when viewing DTCs.
10) RIGHT SCROLL BUTTON – When scrolling through a
screen of data or text, moves to next character and view
additional information on next screens if recorded data content
covers more than one screen.
11) Y BUTTON – Confirms a selection (or action) from a
menu.
12) FUNCTION BUTTON/TEST BUTTON – Corresponds
with “buttons” onscreen for executing commands, or
commences a TPMS Test in sensor activation mode.
13) USB PORT – Connects the TPMS tool to PC for software
update, data printing or battery charging.

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14) POWER PORT – Connects the TPMS tool to the mains with
the charger supplied for battery charging.
15) SD CARD SLOT – Holds SD card.
16) OBD II CONNECTOR –Connects the TPMS tool to the
vehicle’s Data Link Connector (DLC).
3.2 Specifications
1) Display: TFT color display (320 x 240 dpi)
2) Power: 3.7V Li-polymer battery
3) Operating Temperature: 0°C to 50°C (32°F to 122°F)
4) Storage Temperature: -20°C to 70°C (-4°F to 158°F)
5) Dimensions:
Length Width Height
202.2 mm (7.96") 106.7mm (4.20") 37.7 mm (1.48")
6) Weight: 0.4kg (0.88lb)
3.3 Accessories Included
1) User’s Manual -- Instructions on tool operations.
2) OBDII Cable -- Provides power to tool and communicates
between tool and vehicle.
3) USB Cable -- Allows easy online update, data printing, and
power charging via PC connection.
4) Carry Case -- A case to store the tool when not in use.
5) Magnet -- Used to trigger magnetically activated sensors (early
model TPMS sensors).
6) Power Adapter -- Charges the built-in battery.

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7) CD -- Includes user’s manual, PC Suit, etc.
8) SD Card -- Used to store data.
3.4 Icons
1) “ ” – Indicates battery charging.
2) “” -- Indicates there is data stored in the tool.
3) “” -- Indicates battery volume.
4) “” -- Indicates USB communication with the computer is
established.
5) “” -- Indicates magnet is required to activate TPMS sensor.
6) “ ”-- Indicates deflation is required to activate TPMS sensor.
7) “” -- Indicates test mode One Wheel is selected.
8) “” -- Indicates test mode ALL Wheels is selected.
9) “” -- Indicates the TPMS tool is sending signals to the tire
sensor for activation and test.
10) “” -- Indicates tool communication with the vehicle’s OBDII
DLC is established.
3.5 Keyboard
No solvents such as alcohol are allowed to clean the keypad or
display. Use a mild nonabrasive detergent and a soft cotton cloth. Do
not soak the keypad as the keypad is not waterproof.
3.6 Battery Charging
The TPMS tool has a 3.7V built-in lithium-ion polymer rechargeable
battery. There are two means of battery charging:

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To charge battery by power adapter.
1) Locate the power port of the device.
2) Connect the device and the power source with the adapter.
To charge battery by USB cable
1) Locate the USB port of the device.
2) Connect the device and the computer with the USB cable.
For optimum performance, always keep your tool sufficiently
charged. It is recommended that you charge the tool for over 2 hours
before the first use.
NOTE: Only use the power adaptor or USB cable that is
included in our pack to charge this tool. The use of
un-approved power supplies may damage your tool and void
the tool warranty.
3.7 Power Up by DLC
The tool can also be powered via the vehicle Data Link Connector
(DLC). Just follow the steps below to turn on the TPMS tool:
1) Connect the OBDII Cable to the TPMS tool.
2) Find DLC on vehicle.
A plastic DLC cover may be found for some vehicles and
you need to remove it before plugging the OBDII cable.
3) Plug OBDII cable to the vehicle’s DLC.
4) Power up the TPMS tool by pressing the Power button,
and wait for the Main Menu to appear. (Figure 3.1)

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Figure 3.1
3.8 System Setting
The tool allows you to make the following adjustments and settings.
1) Language: Selects the desired language.
2) Beep Set: Turns on/off key-press beep.
3) ID Format: Sets the ID displaying in Hexadecimal or Decimal.
4) Pressure Unit: Sets the pressure unit in kPa, Psi or Bar.
5) Temperature Unit: Sets the temperature unit in degree Celsius
or Fahrenheit.
6) Wheels to Test: Sets test modes in One Wheel or All Wheels.
7) Distance Unit: Sets the distance unit in Km or mile.
8) Auto Power-off: Sets the time to power off automatically.
9) About:Allows viewing important information of the tool.
Settings will remain until change to the existing settings is
made.
To enter the Setting menu
From the Main Menu: Use the UP/DOWN and LEFT/RIGHT
scroll button to select Setting, and press the Ybutton. The Setting
menu displays as below. (Figure 3.2)

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Figure 3.2
Language
English is the default language.
1) From System Setting screen, use the UP/DOWN scroll button
and LEFT/RIGHT scroll button to select Language, and
press the Ybutton.
2) Use the UP/DOWN scroll button and LEFT/RIGHT scroll
button to select the desired language and press the Y button to
save your selection and return to previous menu. (Figure 3.3)
Figure 3.3
Beep Set
This function allows you to turn on/off the built-in speaker for key
pressing.

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1) From System Setting screen, use the UP/DOWN scroll button
and LEFT/RIGHT scroll button to select Beep Set, and press
the Ybutton.
2) From Beep Set menu, use the LEFT/RIGHT scroll button to
select ON or OFF to turn on/off the beep.(Figure 3.4)
Figure 3.4
3) Press the Y button to save your selection or the Nbutton to
exit without change.
ID Format
1) From System Setting screen, use the UP/DOWN scroll button
and LEFT/RIGHT scroll button to select ID Format, and
press the Ybutton.
2) From ID Format screen, use the LEFT/RIGHT scroll button
to select the desired ID format. (Figure 3.5)
Figure 3.5

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3) Press the Ybutton to save your settings and return to previous
menu, or press the Nbutton to exit without change.
Pressure Unit
1) From System Setting screen, use the UP/DOWN scroll button
and LEFT/RIGHT scroll button to select Pressure Unit, and
press the Ybutton.
2) From Pressure Unit screen, use the LEFT/RIGHT scroll
button to select the desired unit: kPa, Psi or Bar. (Figure 3.6)
Figure 3.6
3) Press the Ybutton to save your settings and return to previous
menu, or press the Nbutton to exit without change.
Temperature Unit
1) From System Setting screen, use the UP/DOWN scroll button
and LEFT/RIGHT scroll button to select Temperature Unit,
and press the Ybutton.
2) From Temperature Unit screen, use the LEFT/RIGHT scroll
button to select the desired unit of temperature.(Figure 3.7)

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Figure 3.7
3) Press the Ybutton to save your settings and return to previous
menu, or press the Nbutton to exit without change.
Wheels to Test
This function allows you to set sensor testing mode in All Wheels
or One Wheel.
1) From System Setting screen, use the UP/DOWN scroll button
and LEFT/RIGHT scroll button to select Wheels to Test, and
press the Ybutton.
2) From Wheels to test screen, use the LEFT/RIGHT scroll
button to select All Wheels or One Wheel mode for TPMS
sensor testing. (Figure 3.8)
Figure 3.8
3) Press the Y button to save your selection or the Nbutton to exit
without change.

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NOTE: In All Wheels mode, the tool will determine if a
duplicate sensor ID has been read. In this case, the tool will
display a message “Sensor ID Duplicated.”. In One Wheel
mode, the tool will not check the duplication of sensor ID.
Distance Unit
1) From System Setting screen, use the UP/DOWN scroll button
and LEFT/RIGHT scroll button to select Distance Unit, and
press the Ybutton.
2) From Distance Unit screen, use the LEFT/RIGHT scroll
button to select the desired unit of distance: Km or mile.
(Figure 3.9)
Figure 3.9
3) Press the Ybutton to save your settings and return to previous
menu, or press the Nbutton to exit without change.
Power-off
1) From System Setting screen, use the UP/DOWN scroll button
and LEFT/RIGHT scroll button to select Power-off, and
press the Ybutton.
2) Press the UP/DOWN scroll button to increase or decrease the
interval time for auto power-off, and then press the Y button
to confirm your change or the Nbutton to exit without change.
(Figure 3.10)

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Figure 3.10
NOTE: Before the tool powers off automatically, it will save all
the TPMS test data. Next time when the tool is powered on, you
may retrieve the recorded data or return to the last operation.
NOTE: When using external power, the scan tool stays on until
you turn it off. When using internal battery power, the scan tool
turns off automatically after a set time of inactivity.
About
This function allows viewing of some important information such
as serial number and software version number of the tool.
1) From System Setting screen, use the UP/DOWN scroll button
and LEFT/RIGHT scroll button to select About, and press the
Ybutton; wait for the About screen to appear.
2) View tool information on screen. (Figure 3.11) Press the N
button to exit.
Figure 3.11

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3.9Product Troubleshooting
This part describes problems that you may encounter while using the
TPMS tool.
Vehicle Linking Error
A communication error occurs if the TPMS tool fails to communicate
with the vehicle’s ECU (Electronic Control Unit) when running the
diagnostic function. You need to do the following to check up:
Verify that the ignition is ON.
Check if the TPMS tool’s OBD II connector is securely
connected to the vehicle’s DLC.
Verify that the vehicle is OBD II compliant.
Verify that the vehicle is equipped with TPMS.
Verify that the tool battery is sufficiently charged.
Turn the ignition off and wait for about 10 seconds. Turn the
ignition back to on and continue the testing.
Verify that the control module is not defective.
Operating Error
If the scan tool freezes, then an exception occurs or the vehicle’s
ECU (Engine Control Unit) is too slow to respond to requests, do the
following to reset the tool:
Reset the scan tool.
Turn the ignition off and wait for about 10 seconds. Turn the
ignition back to on and continue the testing.

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4. TPMS Check & Diagnostics
The MaxiTPMS®TS601 is a new generation TPMS diagnostic &
service tool specially designed to activate all known OEM/Universal
TPMS sensors, and provide users with direct access to the vehicle’s
ECU through OBDII connection, thus allowing users to reprogram
sensor IDs, retrieve/clear TPMS DTCs, read live data and perform
special functions, helping technicians to quickly find out faulty
TPMS and turn off MILs.
NOTE: All software screens shown in this manual are
examples, actual test screens may vary for each vehicle being
tested. Observe the menu titles and onscreen instructions to
make correct option selections.
4.1TPMS Sensor Check
The sensor check function allows user to activate TPMS sensor to
view sensor data such as sensor ID, tire pressure, tire temperature,
battery condition, sensor position and OE part number.
There are two means to check a TPMS sensor:
A. Select by Vehicle
Users can start activating sensors directly by selecting the specific
vehicle make, model and year. The graphed vehicle with 4 or 5
wheels makes the sensor activation process more simple and
convenient.
1) Use the UP/DOWN scroll button and LEFT/RIGHT scroll
button to select TPMS from Main Menu (Figure 3.1), and press
the Ybutton to confirm.
2) Select a specific vehicle manufacture region. (Taking Nissan as an
example.)

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Figure 4.1
3) From the vehicle make screen, select a specific vehicle brand and
press the Ybutton. (Figure 4.2)
Figure 4.2
4) Observe the menu title and use the UP/DOWN scroll button to
select by model and year to identify the vehicle being tested.
The selected vehicle is remembered by the tool when a test is
commenced.

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Select by Model:
Figure 4.3
Select by Year:
Figure 4.4
5) For some vehicles an option screen will show up to let users
choose between 4 Wheelsand 5 Wheelstest mode.
Figure 4.5

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Depending on the test mode (All Wheels or One Wheel), results
are displayed in different manners.
All Wheels Mode
In this mode, the screen will display as below (Figure 4.6). Use the
UP/DOWN and LEFT/RIGHT scroll button to select a desired wheel
and press the TEST button to activate sensor. (Figure 4.7)
Figure 4.6 Figure 4.7
The TPMS Relearn function icon on the upper right corner of
screen is not supported by all vehicles, but the sensor activating
process remains the same. For those vehicles not supporting
Relearn function, the activation screen displays as Figure 4.8.
Detailed information about TPMS Relearn, please refer to 4.2
TPMS Relearn.
Figure 4.8