Lincoln Aviator: Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) / Removal and Installation - Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Sensor
Removal
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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.
Disassemble the wheel and tire.
Refer to: Wheel and Tire (204-04A Wheels and Tires, Disassembly and Assembly).
Installation
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NOTE:
The Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) sensor
cannot be installed without disassembly of the wheel and tire.
Assemble the wheel and tire.
Refer to: Wheel and Tire (204-04A Wheels and Tires, Disassembly and Assembly).
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
204-D081A
(204-D081)
Tire Pressure Monitor (TPMS)
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...
Other information:
The system monitors when rear doors have
been opened and closed to indicate the
potential presence of an occupant in the rear
seat.
A message displays in the information and
entertainment display screen and an audible
warning sounds when you switch the ignition
off after any of the following conditions have
been met:
A rear door is opened or closed while
the ignition is on...
Symptom Chart(s)
Preliminary Inspection
Diagnostics in this manual assume a certain skill level and knowledge of Ford-specific diagnostic practices. REFER to: Diagnostic Methods (100-00 General Information, Description and Operation).
Before diagnosing or repairing the seatbelt system, inspect the following items:
Seatbelt webbing integrity (torn, frayed, cut or stretched)
Seatbelt buckle and tongue assembly (latching and release, foreign debris)
Symptom Chart: Seatbelt System
Symptom Chart
Condition
Action
The seatbelt warning indicator does not operate
GO to Pinpoint Test A
The seatbelt warning chime does not operate
GO to Pinpoint Test B
The seatbelt retractor webbing does not
extract or exhibits excessive pressure on the occupant during use
GO to Pinpoint Test C
The seatbelt retractor webbing does not retract or has excessive slack during use
GO to Pinpoint Test C
The Belt-Minder® feature is inoperative
GO to Pinpoint Test D
The seatbelt tongue is rotated on the seatbelt webbing
GO to Pinpoint Test E
The seatbelt webbing is twisted at the seatbelt guide
GO to Pinpoint Test E
The seatbelt webbing is dirty or soiled
GO to Pinpoint Test E
Pinpoint Tests
PINPOINT TEST A : THE SEATBELT WARNING INDICATOR DOES NOT OPERATE
Normal Operation and Fault Conditions
Turn the ignition on and monitor the airbag warning indicator after the IPC proves out...