Tool Time: Autel TS508 TPMS Tool For The Tech / Shop

[@robinhardison5817]

Hey Eric. I have checked everywhere to find a 20 pack of sensors that give the tool for free and can't find any distributor or retail source that includes the scanner for free with a 20 pack purchase. Can you share where you buy these at?

[@T-Wyler]

We sell them at Advance 👌🏼

[@Autofixpals]

Was thinking about getting one of those TPMS tools. That looks like it works great... Most vehicles, you can skip the road test, just start the car then go around the car and activate each sensor with the tool and the TPMS module should pick up the activation's and turn out the light. Does not work on every vehicle but i would say 90% of the time this works for me.

[@jrneff9773]

mr. o cant find the 20pack kit your talking about to get the tool included please send out that 411 thanks jr

[@manuelsalvatierra2940]

I think the pack kit is sold to shops from part/tool distributors. Not really sold to public

[@todaywithbk]

Did you officially change to South Mian Auto? 😂

[@xoxo2008oxox]

It's a TPYO

[@parochial2356]

Oops!

[@bostedtap8399]

Not officially, perhaps Sheba does the video editing, and is getting her revenge on not getting any ice-cream the other day.

[@tactiletinkerer]

Know industrial China =/= sponsor... but that name chg does make me wonder :D

[@gianfrancoa]

This is the Chinese version of the channel

[@chelmer1]

South Mian Auto is back!! Lol.

[@constructiontech1970]

I said the same thing!! Hahahaha!!

[@SmittySmithsonite]

His Thai division is doing very well this year. 😁

[@JacobEcret]

Where did he go!?!? I can’t live without my south main auto “fix”.....😂

[@ronaldjohnson1474]

Like the song says, in the year 2525, you won't need no arms or legs. In 2021, you apparently don't need a brain. How simple is it to just get a manual tire gauge!

[@eldonerc2524]

😤 you can thank ford an there crappy firestone tires for these piece of garbage. You still have to put air in the tire so what do you gain. Just more useless government mandated expense on a new car. No wonder there 30 thousand dollars for a car now days.

[@Emmajeromeyouhoo]

Main is spelled Mian this video.. weird...

[@jumpinjojo]

Mark Mills That's pretty odd. Maybe he moved? Lol!

[@DaddyBeanDaddyBean]

Don't be fooled - this is a cheap Chinese knock-off counterfeit Eric O!

[@davidbrown1037]

After your last video using one of these tools, I was surprised to see you read Key FOB Data. I bought one the next day, just mainly for that feature. I had a few Key FOBs that did not work or would not program. This tool confirms that the FOB is transmitting from each button and takes the frustration out of NOT knowing if the FOB, Button, and Battery are functioning. This makes Key FOB repair and function testing easy, which then helps you in ensuring that you are programming a "Functioning FOB" to the vehicle. (Often a FOB only needs a battery, battery contact cleaning, and/or Button Contact Cleaning. You can do this on the bench and verify each key function without the car. I do not have access to a tire machine, so TPMS functions are only for reading each sensor, reading sensor data, and primarily re-learning tire positions after tire rotation. Those functions can make this tool valuable for the DIY'r just for FOB & Tire Rotation functions alone. Interesting Video showing what the tool can do.

[@StilettoSniper]

Just ordered one of these off eBay brand new for $125. Thought that was a pretty good deal. I don't need to buy the MX sensors right now, just want the tool to interrogate the OE sensors on my Toyota and see where they stand since they are 7 years old. Then I will decide what I want to do.

[@danimal2013]

The Bartec tool is nice, but the guys making the updates are about as sharp as a marshmallow. They’ve made my job miserable for the last year. When it takes longer to reset the tpms on a 4-runner than it does to put tires on it, that’s a problem.

[@aaroncampbell9290]

I use this in our shop aswell. Love it. Much faster and less hassle imo compared to the bartek tool

[@sabergermd]

I've been using the TS508 for about 6 months. I love the tool, not so much the Autel MX sensors, I installed 3 in my 2007 Jeep GC 5,7 Limited. I cloned them from the existing sensors. They initially all showed up in the EVIC. Subsequently they would drop out when the vehicle was left parked over night. Then they would randomly drop out while driving. I did an OBD relearn with some improvement but still with random drop outs from the EVIC and flashing TPMS warning light. Autel acknowledged there are issues with some OEM's as they use a different method of sending the data to the ECU. I checked the Autel scan tool users Facebook page. There are known issues with Jeep Grand Cherokee, Compass, and Liberty. Also Toyota. I continue to use the tool, but I switched to VDO RediSensors.

[@zx8401ztv]

A smart tool as long as you dont mind being forced to use only there sensors. I wonder how long it will take for people to hack the software to make it more open lol.

[@ryanmg92]

Wouldn't have thought it's worth it, sensors are pretty cheap, used to use an autogem version of the same kinda tool, seems to be the one most people on the UK use. Think iirc the sensors were billed out at around 65 quid Inc vat and fitting

[@Dullthud007]

South Mian Auto, why do you spell it that way in the on screen corner ident? Perhaps you didn't mean to, or it's a secret message to your sleeper agents.

[@bostedtap8399]

Very clever, but what does "Big Nasty" indicate?

[@pplusbthrust]

Somewhere there is a little barn in China where they make this equipment. Fifty or sixty people making a living. There used to be thousands service station attendants pumping gas, checking tire pressure for ya making a living. Now we've got thousands of college grads with degrees sitting on the couch playing video games who don't have a job. GO FIGURE.

[@civiccruiser7025]

You mean you can't pump fuel and check you're own pressures?

[@phillipreynolds8459]

Y Back in my day soda pop use to be a nickel and it was a real treat when we got one.

[@Dale-k8x]

BWARE TS508WF Autel has removed the ability to manually enter ID number on new MX sensors

[@Dale-k8x]

BWARE TS508WF Autel has removed the ability to manually enter ID number on new MX sensors

[@Dale-k8x]

BWARE TS508WF Autel has removed the ability to manually enter ID number on new MX sensors

[@jordydereus]

Tpms is totaly useless

[@stevesautorepair]

You have to wonder who came up with putting an aluminum nut on an aluminum stem and expected it to last when salt gets on it.

[@Sicktrickintuner]

steve's auto repair Yep, was doing tires when they first came out, at that point they were $200 each for the first year. Everything broke, even ones 3 months old in the summer. Out of 50, only had one that came apart

[@jtr990]

For the record, Eric, REDI-Sensors come pre-programmed and ready to install right out of the box. I tried the TS508 and it recognized the multi-application TPMS sensors without any problems.

[@LC-go1uh]

Yep, they sell all kinds of pre-programmed sensors. You can buy them from numerous people. You can get them for about 1/4 of the price he is paying for these Autels. They jack the price of so much on the sensors that you're not even getting a free tool. I can buy all four sensors for about 15.00 already programmed. You are paying 15 to $30 for One Autel.

[@LC-go1uh]

These rookies don't know this type of stuff, though. Us all stars have known this for years. Rookies have a lot to learn from the all stars!

[@pyro323]

What ever happened to get out of your car and check your tire pressure the old fashioned way with an actual tire gauge?

[@daverhodes382]

Progress?

[@MARKE911]

#1 What do you do when someone changes tire size and they want their OD/Mileage to display correctly? I recently went up in Tire size from a 205/70R18 to 275/75R18, I know when it shows I’m doing 40 I’m actually traveling around 43/44MPH. Display at 70 I’m traveling at 75 mph. In general it’s okay but every thing else will be off actual mileage and gas mileage. Is there a DIY FIX? #2. What’s your opinion on the vehicles that drops down to 4 cylinders from 8? If I had a mechanic turn that off would it void my 100K powertrain warranty from GM?

[@Texantroll]

Mark Eckelkamp they make cheap programmers for tire size and gear ratio correction

[@VideoNOLA]

Bogus that Autel (and every other tool maker) only allows programming or cloning of their own "MX" sensors. Bartec is pricey but allows aftermarket sensors, like you said. But man, everybody wants a piece of the $$$ pie that mandatory TPMS created since inception. 😕

[@TonyGi11]

Hello Eric. I have 4 new Mercedes Wheels. Bought 4 oem TPSM sensors. Also bought the TS508. How should I use the TS508 to install the sensors in the wheels at once or should they be done one at a time? Thanks much.

[@Boltsfan22]

Researching tire valves and tpms systems for my daughter's car. She has a 2017 Nissan Sentra SV and I'm in the process of getting her a full-size spare. I've gotten her new tires and have one of the old tires to mount on a basic steel wheel like the rest of the wheels for the car. My question(s).... Do I have to use a tpms valve? can I just use a basic tire valve that fits that particular wheel if it's going to be a spare? Or should the full-size spare be set up like a regular tire and rotated into use wth tpms system for that tire as well? Thanks in advance for any help you can offer. If I'm missing anything, any help would be appreciated!

[@MTMMotorServices]

So will that tool take the OEM ID from a genuine sensor and then put that on to the aftermarket auto sensor you're using?

[@sunsetoriginals7320]

I have a 2016 Tacoma with 2 sets of OEM wheels. Can I copy the data from my original sensors to the new sensors so I don't need to relearn every time I switch from summer to winter tires? Apparently Toyota can't keep a memory for 2 complete sets of wheels which is BS. I guess only if the sensors are autel sensors by the sounds of it. I just purchased this tool as it was on sale for a pretty good price and figured it would save me having to go to the dealer every winter/spring to get my TPMS reset.

[@marcmonge3704]

Got a set of winter tires mounted on new wheels for my wife's WRX (2017). Wanted to be able to just swap between summer/winter tires in the driveway. Will this tool allow me to read the Id's from each set and write them to the cars cpu so it doesn't freak out when I swap them?

[@markwatson9816]

Are you still supplying bad air like that guy complained about a while ago? Do you charge extra for good air?

[@crapcbm]

he still bought Chris Fix winter and summer air for best balanced tires :D

[@sparklander]

That tool plus 8 sensors is available at Advance Auto for around $300 (plus tax) with a coupon.

[@khaisengkhun1457]

How to change low battery OE TPMS with autel ts508 tool but change with OE TPMS not use autel Mx sensor

[@upallnight888]

Just got my Autel 508 TPMS tool. Found two bad sensors on my daughter's Honda Fit. Will need to replace the sensor once it is a little warmer outside.

[@michaelherbert8213]

Great video. FYI, I've programmed aftermarket sensors other than the autel ones with this tool. Great tool. It's my go to over the snap on because I got burned by the snap on (2009 Hyundai Tucson, I'll never forget)

[@IronCan88]

hi, can you tell me a few brands of aftermarket sensors (besides autel) that you were able to program using the ts508? I am interested so I know what else I can purchase if I can't find autel in the future. Thank you.

[@T-Wyler]

It will relearn other brands but will not “program” other brands. If that makes sense? If you have a blank shrader sensor for example, it will not program it. If you have one that has existing info on it, it will relearn positioning, reset etc.

[@ohiocustoms2119]

I have the same tool just bought with 20 sensors. I captured all the sensor numbers and programmed 4 new sensors to this 2015 sienna and the light still will not go out. Any suggestions

[@boofyfart1202]

Please Help I've got a 2009 F150 Lariat 2 wheel drive TPMS sensor fault continues to come up on dash even after reset several times by shop and one can help me it's pretty annoying having to get out and check tire pressure every time the thing turns on any suggestions they have not replaced any of my sensors as each time they reset and check they come out good with Good batteries

[@Steve13211]

I'm having issues with my car after replacing all 4 sensor because it didn't have sensors, I programmed all new sensors with new IDs but now idk what else to do, tool doesn't show me anything to get rid of the tpms light

[@kirbyyasha]

If I ever buy a vehicle with TPMS, I would not waste money on maintaining the TPMS system, I would just wait for it to die, then put standard tire valves, and then put electrical tape over the light. I check my tires each time I get gas with my handy dandy tire pressure gauge.

[@Haywoodjablomie100]

Love the tool time videos, please make more.

[@justaguy1576]

Could you please provide a link to the 20 pack of sensors with free tool?

[@7daystodieyeahbuddy919]

Lower Left corner of the video - "South Mian Auto"? Anyone else see the problem? I will wait........ (pause)

[@tacocin]

Good eye!

[@gocars3210]

You beat me to it

[@miguelare3]

Shhhh! Thats a new channel!

[@grahamefreestone5309]

Mian must be the Pakistani version. Lol.

[@kmt01]

I'm dyslexic...looks ok to me ;)

[@crisprtalk6963]

I had no idea there was a tpms tool.

[@civiccruiser7025]

Lots of them out there, that being said only a few are really worth a darn.

[@iannamico]

**SPOILER** no beans or brake kleen given

[@johnrschmidt2]

Nor any GOAT film....

[@jmcenterprises9591]

Thanks Eric. That tool is 389.00 on Amazon with a few sensors. I'll wait for now but good to know its there.

[@excelerater]

I loathe the TPMS invention ,these mfgs keep trying to idiot proof a car at the expense of our wallet

[@BUDREAUX15]

I noticed the quality of the video has changed. Looks like more resolution and better light balance .Very impressive. Are you using a new camera?

[@nrvsauto8990]

Lol it's probably because its not winter anymore so the doors can be open

[@thecritic3710]

toss the the high tech garbage install valve stems and buy a good tire gauge...get off your dead ass and check your tires!

[@viatronmac]

No brakes....pffff I'm off..... NOT

[@GatorRomeo1018]

I noticed the ts508 is more expensive than the ts408 so what's the difference?

[@mikecole6842]

Can you make a video like this showing how to make new ids for sensors that are not there ! My gfs vans has a tpms but the last time she had tires installed the put valve stems in instead of tpms sensors

[@milfordcivic6755]

Still can't believe that these are being put in cars. Honda eliminated them, thank god.

[@scottroberts7496]

Quite a few companies use axle ride height to determine tire pressure but some dont. I've had 2012s use ride height and 2019s use tpms sensors.

[@manuelsalvatierra2940]

@Bobby Brady I think it uses abs, checking wheel speed and height. Vdub jettas and some mazdas do the same. Some new Hondas too. Heck, even old bims had that technology. That the way tech is, and seeing the pace it is not getting less tech. Tpms system was going to happen, government mandated or not

[@85jmccoy]

Its not ride height it looks at,its wheel speed from abs.....

[@scotttucker4075]

What is the magnetic used for,,,and is the sensor reprogromable

[@mariocervantes2706]

I own a 2012 camry I bought the oem toyota sensors can I Use this machine to program them

[@AlexC80]

Does it work for Ford pick ups that have the sensor belted to the rim instead of in the valve?

[@moraismemories7668]

Does this tool work with MORESENSOR, or any brand sensor?

[@GregoryBirulkin]

Can it read sperm count?

[@TheRobdog250]

Dose it work for PMS also lol

[@jayhernandez6812]

Which one is the best tpms sensor program tools can read and brand sensor or OEM sensor?

[@mokarrommolla5820]

What if the tpms sensor is totally dead , how are you going to program?

[@soundman447]

This is what I love about my VW TPMS with no sensors

[@crapcbm]

not only VAG detects by ABS sensors It is the better car owner friendly way.

[@chrisfreemesser5707]

A related question: is Chrysler the only company whose cars (some of them anyway) can relearn new TPMS sensors on their own? Bought new summer tires two months ago for my 2010 Dodge, had new TPMS sensors installed that were "pre-programmed" for Chrysler vehicles, and the car relearned them all on its own...no tool required.

[@sparklander]

My 2017 Honda Ridgeline will read the new TPMS sensors automatically with no programming necessary.

[@franksgarageandcustoms8321]

I have been resisting the whole tpms thing for too long. Im going to look into the autel kit. Would prefer a universal one, but expensive isnt in my vocabulary. Thanks for the demo.

[@richardwarnock2789]

Do the read temp and pressure?

[@minsairoot7507]

you are good my car sensor 530$ but i do like you do 250 $ only

[@pepeshopping]

Exact brand and setup I got for my winter wheels.

[@glenjamindle]

Why isn't there one tool that just does everything?!?!

[@holidayhouse03]

Oh but there is...it's called an Eric O. Unfortunately it's NLA.

[@XantheFIN]

As programmer i thank that there always new way how manufacturer does things. Tools are trying keep up but its just a one big mess.

[@johnrschmidt2]

They're called mechanics lol

[@RCRULER]

thanks for the great info.

[@marcusbutzin8565]

Will this tool work on VOLVO’s XC90?

[@chickenricesteak541]

Can I activate and re-learn my Subaru oem sensor?

[@petermontagnon4440]

What?? Mrs. O get you up early this morning or was it the kids??? LOL

[@JacobEcret]

Peter Montagnon haha I was thinking the same thing😂

[@MTTech]

Videos are scheduled to go public at 5am EST

[@petermontagnon4440]

@@MTTech aahh I see. LOL I thought maybe Eric was woken up by Vanessa or the kids!! LOL

[@steveorshon]

Tool Time? But where is Pam Anderson?

[@dalewilliford3834]

Did not see a 20 pack

[@oreyfrierson9957]

Where do you buy the 20 pack with the free tool?

[@cristhoferpalacios8111]

Thanks for the video Eric!!!

[@luckyamo15]

What is this bootleg South Mian Auto channel?

[@layyouin6860]

If you ran for office, I'd vote for you. Unfortunately, my dead father would vote as well and cancel mine.

[@layyouin6860]

Don Olypopper you get it :), love ya patriot.

[@guardcanada]

South "Mian" or south Main auto .... just curious.

[@hugglescake]

My morning "south of the Mason-Dixon line" brain can't keep up with the speed of your speaking. ☕ Coffee time.

[@ColtaineCrows]

Odd, I usually watch videos at 1.5x speed and whenever I've put it to 1x it feels like everyone is talking super slow.

[@tacocin]

I hear that! My brain still processing for hours after watching! LOL

[@jkenney940]

What did you lube up that valve stem with??

[@JCMayPE]

"welcome back to the cellphone auto-tune!"

[@razoredge3265]

F11 is no Joke! ...just sick of that ad

[@SmittySmithsonite]

Nice setup Autel has with their sensors. That's the only way to go, IMO. Way cheaper than anywhere else. I bought the Maxisys 906TS just about 3 years ago, since it had the TPMS tool built in. Figured I'd get a lot of use out of it - I haven't used the feature once! I didn't realize at first that you can't fail inspection in MA for the tire light. Anyone that knows that just deals with the light - they don't want to spend the money. Can't blame them there. This state has their hands in every one of their pockets - might as well save a buck where you can. I got sick of doing the in-vehicle relearn of the sensors long ago in the Silverado. Have to do it every 6 months, since I have 2 sets of wheels & tires for summer and winter. That got old after the 1st year! Removed the sensors from the winter wheels, sold them on eBay, and stuck regular valve stems in. I just deal with the light all winter long. I prefer a tire gauge! Oh the humanity! 😂

[@KaotikMotorsports]

I have a TPMS issue.... Light blinks for roughly a minute and then burns steady..... All tires are aired up to manufacture specs and all new sensors installed...... Was told it could be TPMS module but can’t find it on vehicle (2009 Dodge Ram 1500 QuadCab) Can’t read system through OBD2 port cause says it can’t connect with the module..... What could be the problem here? I have this same exact scanner (Autel TS508)

[@arthurfricchione8119]

Thanks for the info, Eric. Good to know ❤️️

[@wyattoneable]

You represented the tool perfectly.

[@donnierobertson3088]

Great job again like always

[@Whisperblade]

would you be able to recommend a in-expensive tool that can read OBD / OBD2 codes for an 02 Mitsubishi Magna and a 92 Honda Civic (these are Australian model names I don't know the US equivalents)? I've asked at local tool / parts stores and they say "Look Online" but none of the tools I've found online list the cars they can read.

[@crapcbm]

Mr. O, can you imagine ... normaly a car can store 8 sensors. So for summer and winter tires. But in the EV Renault Zoe we only have 4 sensors we can store at one time. A big shame. Means, on every change summer / winter tires, the service calls 30 bugs extra for learning the sensors to the car... That is ridiculous... they found their way to make their money on EVs. There is nothing to do for service.haha But some of us have clone sensors, or other change the tires theirself and just ignore the warning of missing sensors in the winter time hahaha The clone sensors are a big topic on these cars since years PLUS: now we have a way to program the IDs direct to the car with "CanZE" App. You only need to type in the ID code ... send ... that's it. So not everyone needs DDT4ALL ;)

[@Rickm2003]

With that Altel sensor, can it be read with other scanners? You said it can read OE sensors, but can other scanners read them?

[@KCautodoctor]

Other brands of TPMS scanners can read the data the Autel sensors transmits, but the other brand scanners will not be able to program the Autel sensor

[@Rickm2003]

KCautodoctor that’s what I thought. It’s a good tool for diy. Only be worth it if a tire machine and balancer were at hand.

[@jeeptrail08]

Eric I have a legit question for you. I just like you are a small shop. If you had a choice between 3 OBDII DIAGNOSTIC units from the after market which, would you choose? Autell /Snap-on/ OTC ? I ask because I am wanting someone else's opinion from outside my area here in Missouri. Have been a big fan of Autell because of the customer service and support.

[@philllsxga.7737]

I worked on a 07 grand Prix. You get into the tpms in the vehicle itself, lower or add air to one tire at a time until the chime chimed and you were done calibrating! Simple!!! WHAT HAPPENED to that?!? A 5 year old could do it!!! Now you have to buy a separate scan device AFTER spending 40 to 60,000 dollars for a vehicle?! Great marketing scam there!!!

[@tonywoodard9450]

For the money Autel is the best!

[@mem3656]

one of these things is a great way to mess with a road rager. keep calm back off and follow them at a distance when he parks you erase his sensors. LOL.. PAYBACK.. shop charges him $200 to reprogram.

[@danielsimpson8929]

I looked into Amazon for the 20 sensor kit with 5108 tool and am only finding a kit with 8 sensors. Both .com and .ca Amazon... maybe I'm blind but was interested in the cost for the larger kit. Have many friends I could help out with this and a few of my own ;)

[@mechanicbody542]

Hi, I go to a technical high school and I am in the 3rd year of training (Junior year). Me and some of my friends are about to start our co-op program ( real world experience) in dealers I’m going to a Ford dealership and I was wondering If SMA or anybody else who has professional experience would have any input on must have tools that you might not instantly think of. Thanks

[@Okie-Tom]

I had an interesting problem. My uncle bought a used 2015 Nissan Altima that originally had steel wheels with hubcaps. The little small car lot said they would trade him some aluminum Nissan wheels for the steel ones with hub caps. Problem was the wheels they put on it was 2012 year wheels and had 315 MHz sensors on it. The 2015 used 433 MHz. I had bought a TS 508 and figured out what the problem was. So I ordered some Autel sensors and am taking it on the road Monday to make sure it all works. It bothers me that some people are saying they have trouble with Autel Sensors. I sure hope these last! One last thing, since I only traded sensors and didn't change the location of the tire on the wheel, I hope I won't need to re-balance the wheels? What is everybody's experience? Tom

[@agostinodibella9939]

I cloned MX sensors on an ‘07 Toyota RAV4 but the TPMS light would come on and go off randomly. I then got regular replacement sensors and used the tool to successfully program them.

[@DaddyBeanDaddyBean]

Fun & games with TPMS. The TPMS malfunction light was on in my daughter's 10yo hi-YOON-day. The Buffalo-based tire chain (the one I'm I'm DONE with) sells aftermarket sensors for $100 installed & programmed; when we got there , the guy said he couldn't program hi-YOON-day and we'd have to go to the dealer. Dealer wanted $95 diagnostic fee, plus $130 per sensor, plus $ridiculous for programming. On a whim I called a non-chain local tire shop - $65 installed and programmed, and hi-YOON-day was no problem. A few weeks later, all the staff at the chain store had training on new TPMS computers; I wonder if they can do hi-YOON-day now?

[@kenwilcox5010]

I have a question about Tpms sensors. When you purchase new tires, the new tires may have a different max. Psi rating than the oem spec. Tires. In my case 35 psi oem tires, 45 psi new tires. Does there need to be a program change in the ECM to accommodate the new psi rating. Or is relearning the sensors enough. I am concerned that the alarm would not set until the pressure drops below 35 psi on a 45 psi tire.