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Old 11-17-2012, 04:05 PM
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How to reset the FTM (flat tire monitor)

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Originally Posted by JCL View Post
...how the manual says to reset the FTM.
  1. Start the car, but remain parked.
  2. Push the FTM button until the light is on on the dash.
  3. Drive off. It will reset over the next few minutes and go off.
It can't do a reset unless the wheels are turning so it can measure relative rotational speed.
Well...if the OP (original poster) won't post back to say thanks or that your instructions worked...I will.

Thank you...I just had new winter tires mounted this morning and was a bit confuzzled with if I really had the system or not. The tire store installed rubber valve stems instead of the metal ones that were in the wheels...and I was concerned that they may have removed sensors or something...but since the FTM (flat tire monitor) system uses the car's ABS sensors etc...no sensors are required...but resetting the FTM monitor should still be followed as you outlined.

I wonder why form members don't come back and bring resolution to the questions they ask. It really helps us new members figure out what's going on as we learn the ins & outs of these vehicles. Even it was a simple as the OP not following the proper procedure...at least acknowledge that was the issue...we won't judge you (harshly) and it brings resolution to those of us searching for answers.
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