Katech_Zach

If you have 2 or more sets of wheels for your Corvette this tool allows you to sync the TPMS sensors to the vehicle when switching back and forth.



* Bartec designed tool for high performance cars with TPMS
* Set up specifically for either GM, Ford or Dodge performance cars
* Train track wheel TPMS Sensors to your car
* FCC Approved
* Light weight and compact
* Carrying pouch included

The tool actually decodes the sensor data which ensures that the correct TPMS is being read and that the tool is not fooled by RF transmissions from keyfobs or other sensors. The tool comes in a kit comprising: tool, rubber protective boot, carrying pouch and 9V battery.





Instructions:

1. Switch vehicle to accessory mode
2. From inside the vehicle, hold the lock and unlock buttons on the keyfob simultaneously. The horn will sound.
3. Start with the LF tire.
4. Hold the Trackside against the tire sidewall near the valve stem. Hold the button and wait for the horn to sound.
5. Repeat for other tires in this order: RF, RR, LR.
6. When the LR is syncronized, the horn will sound twice. You are now finished.

Note: For HRE or other aftermarket wheels with the TMPS sensor in the center of the wheel you will need to put the Trackside on the tread near the sensor. Sync the sensors to the vehicle with the tires laid out on the floor, then install the wheels.


MSRP: $199.99

Corvette forum price: $139.99

allanlaw

Nice, Jason. I paid $270 for the predecessor model some time ago (directly from Bartec).

Short-Throw

Throw $50 in bucks for overnighting on top of that because I had to have it right away.

lorenzo

SOLD I will can you right now.

allanlaw

Don't can Jason, he's a good guy . . .

allanlaw

Ah yes, the good old days of being an early adopter . . .

BEZ06

Hey Jason

EXCELLENT that a supporting vendor has finally stepped up to make these tools available!!!

And - at a GREAT PRICE!!!

Your instructions are great, but in case anybody needs picutures, below is a video using an identical tool. I made this video a couple years ago using what is branded as an OTC tool, but is virtually identical to the Bartec Trackside and the Bartec (or any tool) will be used in the same manner.

As you can see in the video I put the antenna of the tool on the tire sidewall right by the valve stem. Like Jason says, some of the exotic wheels with the sensors banded or mounted with brackets deeper inside the wheel will require you to shoot through the tread, or maybe even register the sensors before you put them in the wheels.

Thanks to Katech for making this tool available from a forum vendor at a great price!!!

Bob

clogan

SOLD!

Thanks, Jason.

clogan

lorenzo

Thanks for the quick rersponse on the tool sale!! It's just what i have been looking for.

Katech_Zach

Thanks guys

805Z06

That's a very good price Jason. I think I paid $179 for mine.

sleeplessinseattle

How do I order?

Katech_Zach

Call 866-Katech1

Katech_Zach

We filled all backorders and these are back in stock.

08jetvette

Will this work with other GM vehichles. Specifically an H3.

tigerente

Does it work for 433 MHz (European) Systems?

TIA for information

BEZ06

This tool is advertised by Bartec to have been designed to only work with the C6, and they say they have a model for both the Viper and the Mustang, and you have to order the one specific to your vehicle.

Some vehicle sensors are triggered with a magnet (the C5), some will trigger by changing tire pressure, but most of the new sensors require a 125 kHz radio frequency transmission from a tool.

As far as the 125 kHz triggering frequency, different sensors require different protocols to trigger them. Our C6 sensors require the simplest signal - a 5 to 7 second "contiuous wave" transmission from the tool (meaning just a steady transmission of the signal).

Other sensors require various pulsed/coded transmissions to trigger them - sort of morse code type pulses from the tool. Some of the coded signals are FSK (Frequency Shift Keying) and some sensors may require the proper ASK (Amplitude Shift Keying).

Most all of the GM sensors are made by Schrader, and most all of them require a continuous wave to trigger them - so I think this tool will work with most GM sensors from 2005 and on.

Likewise, the info I've been able to find indicates that Hummers use Schrader sensors and that they should be triggered with this tool.

So......I think this tool will work with your H3, but I'm not positive.

Bob

BEZ06

As mentioned in the post above, our C6 sensors are triggered by a VLF (Very Low Frequency) transmission of 125 kHz. This is the frequency of the transmission from the tool that will trigger or excite the sensor, which forces it to send its data to the TPMS computer in the car.

When the sensors transmit their data to the TPMS they transmit in a UHF (Ultra High Frequency) transmission to the radio receiver in the car.

For all cars manufactured to North American market specs (U.S. & Canada), if you check the list of RPO's on the sticker in your glove compartment, you'll see "UJ9" in the list. If you have a C6 built to Euro spec standards and some other overseas markets, you'll have a "UH3".

If you have a "UJ9" TPMS then your car will need the sensors with the GM Part# 25758220 and they are a gray color.

If you have a "UH3" then your car needs sensors with the GM Part# 25758221 and they are orange.

The gray sensors for the U.S. cars transmit to the radio receiver in the TPMS on 315 mHz.

The orange sensors for Euro spec cars transmit on 433.92 mHz.

However.....All C6 sensors are triggered by the same frequency of 125 kHz - so this tool should work on your Euro spec C6 sensors.


Bob

tigerente

Bob,

this is very useful information. Many thanks!

Klaus

08jetvette

Thanks for the info Bob, very helpful. Plan on buying one, hoping to get double duty out of it.