TPMS Reset: VW Volkswagen Transporter Tyre Pressure Light (T5 T6)
Last Updated on March 6, 2021 by Nick
TPMS Reset: VW Volkswagen Transporter Tyre Pressure Light (T5 T6) – T5 and T6 are names of the VW bus from the German carmaker, Volkswagen. This car is available as a van and minibus.
The T5 was launched in 2003. Then this vehicle has been marketed as the T6 since July 2015. It has a transversely installed front-engine and front-wheel drive. This vehicle is also known as the Transporter, Caravelle, California, or Multivan.
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TPMS Reset: VW Volkswagen Transporter Tyre Pressure Light (T5 T6)
Each time a tire pressure has been adjusted or change the tire, you need to reset the Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS). Depending on your vehicle model, here are a few ways to reset the TPMS on this VW Volkswagen Transporter/ Caravelle/ California/ Multivan:
With Cluster Display 1
Follow these instructions if the cluster display control is located on the windshield wiper lever:
- Make sure to adjust the tire pressure recommended on the tire placard
- Switch on the ignition without starting the engine
- Press and hold the TRIP button to enter the main menu
- Select the SETTINGS menu by pressing the TRIP button briefly to scroll and press the OK button to select
- Select TIRE PRESSURE
- Select STORE
- Select CONFIRM to execute the TPMS reset
With Cluster Display 2
Time needed: 7 minutes
For the T6 version, follow these instructions if your vehicle is equipped with steering wheel buttons:
- Stop the vehicle and turn off the engine
Make sure your vehicle is in a safe place
- Adjust the cold tire pressure in all four tires recommended on the tire placard on the door panel
The cold tire is a tire that is not driven more than 3 hours
- Switch on the ignition without starting the engine
If your vehicle has an ignition button, press the START-STOP ENGINE button without touching the brake pedal
- Go to the SETTINGS menu by using the ◄ ► button
The button is located on the steering wheel
- Scroll down and select TYRE PRESSURE
Use the ▲▼ button to scroll the menu and press OK to select
- Select STORE to execute the TPMS reset
a confirmation message will appears
- Select CONFIRM
Done!
These instructions are based on the Volkswagen Transporter owner’s manual. This procedure should apply to the fifth and sixth generations of VW Volkswagen Transporter (2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 model years). Hopefully, the article TPMS Reset: VW Volkswagen Transporter Tyre Pressure Light (T5 T6) can solve your problem. Good Luck!
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