Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Sensor Training

2009 Lincoln Town Car Signature Limited, 4.6 VSECTION Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Sensor Training
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2009 Ford Mustang. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Special Tools

Illustration Tool Name Tool Number
GF0000764Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Activation Tool, Tire Pressure Monitor 204-363
GF0000049Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Vehicle Communication Module (VCM) and Integrated Diagnostic System (IDS) software with appropriate hardware, or equivalent scan tool
NOTE: If the vehicle has been stationary for more than 30 minutes, the sensors will go into a "sleep mode" to conserve battery power. It will be necessary to wake them up so they will transmit the latest tire pressure information to the Smart Junction Box (SJB). For additional information, refer to Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Sensor ActivationΒ .
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