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ZL1Bullet · 03-07-2013, 09:54 AM

Has anyone actually tried to do the manual reset procedure for the TPMS on a ZL1?

HDRDTD · 03-07-2013, 12:38 PM

It has to be done using a special magic black 're-learning' box either by the dealer or you can buy it yourself for around $80-90 IIRC.

It only takes a few min to do it, and the dealer (at least mine) does it for free any time I need it.

You used to be able to do it yourself on the earlier Camaro's, but not anymore.

Asanti · 03-07-2013, 03:19 PM

My dealer does it for free also and he doesn't give anything away. No need to buy the box or take the time to learn how and actually do it yourself.

ZL1Bullet · 03-07-2013, 06:50 PM

OK thanks guys. I'm going to be switching my wheels back and forth a lot. My dealer is almost 2 hours away. The local dealer has no incentive to do it for me for free so I'm thinking I'm stuck buying the super magic decoder ring. LOL The local dealer has 3 in stock at $95. It would either cost me in gas or cost me at the local dealer... in the long run I'll be saving.

HDRDTD · 03-07-2013, 08:04 PM

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Originally Posted by ZL1Bullet

OK thanks guys. I'm going to be switching my wheels back and forth a lot. My dealer is almost 2 hours away. The local dealer has no incentive to do it for me for free so I'm thinking I'm stuck buying the super magic decoder ring. LOL The local dealer has 3 in stock at $95. It would either cost me in gas or cost me at the local dealer... in the long run I'll be saving.

This is the exact tool the dealer will sell you. I confirmed this when I bought mine from the dealer.

On this site it's $68.57 + shipping
https://gmspecialservicetools.spx.co...s.aspx?id=5677

Asanti · 03-07-2013, 09:59 PM

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Originally Posted by ZL1Bullet

OK thanks guys. I'm going to be switching my wheels back and forth a lot. My dealer is almost 2 hours away. The local dealer has no incentive to do it for me for free so I'm thinking I'm stuck buying the super magic decoder ring. LOL The local dealer has 3 in stock at $95. It would either cost me in gas or cost me at the local dealer... in the long run I'll be saving.

Makes perfect sense when you explain it. The tool is $59.99 here. Have fun with it.

TLSTWIN · 03-25-2013, 11:57 AM

So, no way to do it like the other cars? That is ridiculous. I might have to swap out TPMS's then. I will just use the ones from my SS wheels.

HDRDTD · 03-25-2013, 12:14 PM

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Originally Posted by TLSTWIN

So, no way to do it like the other cars? That is ridiculous. I might have to swap out TPMS's then. I will just use the ones from my SS wheels.

The difference isn't in the sensors in the tires, it's in the electronics in the car, probably in the BCU.

Even if you take a set of wheels/tires off of your SS, the TPMS relearning will still require the new tool. Been there, done that.

It's no big deal. Stop by the dealer, they can do it while you wait for free. Only takes about 5 min start to finish.

TLSTWIN · 03-25-2013, 12:22 PM

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Originally Posted by HDRDTD

The difference isn't in the sensors in the tires, it's in the electronics in the car, probably in the BCU.

Even if you take a set of wheels/tires off of your SS, the TPMS relearning will still require the new tool. Been there, done that.

It's no big deal. Stop by the dealer, they can do it while you wait for free. Only takes about 5 min start to finish.

My car is a 2010, so I will probably have to do the learn now that the tires are on, but will most likely swap the sensors out next tire swap. Thanks

HDRDTD · 03-25-2013, 12:47 PM

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Originally Posted by TLSTWIN

My car is a 2010, so I will probably have to do the learn now that the tires are on, but will most likely swap the sensors out next tire swap. Thanks

Just to be clear, on a ZL1, you need the special 'tool'. I don't remember for sure, but I seem to remember my 2011 needed the 'tool' as well, while with my 08 Malibu, you can do it yourself.

Rod Knock · 03-25-2013, 12:59 PM

Discount Tire or any of the chain tire stores have the "tool" if you are using them to switch the tires or if you are a regular customer. If you will be switching them yourself like putting track wheels/tires on regularly, the $60 is worth it just to save the hasle of making the trip each time - even if it is local. - JMO

ZL1-V · 03-25-2013, 03:04 PM

When I purchased my Gorilla lug nuts they were installed at America/s Tire/Discount tire stores for free. I watched the service writer do the car ahead of me. It took him less than 5 minutes to do it. All he did was simply walk around the car with the tool pointed at each of the sensors. Got into the car at the end of the parking lot and drove the car back up to the customer and she left.

HDRDTD · 03-25-2013, 03:20 PM

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Originally Posted by ZL1-V

When I purchased my Gorilla lug nuts they were installed at America/s Tire/Discount tire stores for free. I watched the service writer do the car ahead of me. It took him less than 5 minutes to do it. All he did was simply walk around the car with the tool pointed at each of the sensors. Got into the car at the end of the parking lot and drove the car back up to the customer and she left.

That's all it takes. You begin the learning process using the DIC, then you hold the tool next to the left front wheel, wait for it to beep, go to the next wheel, wait for it to beep, next wheel wait for the beep, last wheel, wait for a double beep and you're done.

ZL1Bullet · 03-26-2013, 09:39 AM

Quick note: Tool did the job painlessly and in under 2 minutes. I put the car back on the road yesterday. Temp was as low as -2C and went up to 5C. The Pirelli P Zeros from the SS (bought brand new as scratch and dent at dealership) work very well in these temps. I tried to make them slip - and while I could, there was way more grip than slip. Very easy to drive on with no surprises.

03-07-2013, 09:54 AM	#1
ZL1Bullet Drives: ZL1 Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: London, Ontario Posts: 142	TPMS Manual Reset Procedure??? Has anyone actually tried to do the manual reset procedure for the TPMS on a ZL1? __________________ 2013 Ashen Grey ZL1, exposed Carbon Fibre insert, Sun Roof, Bright Wheels, NAV Radio

03-07-2013, 03:19 PM	#3
Asanti Drives: 2013 Camaro ZL1 Convertible Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Franklin, IN Posts: 288	My dealer does it for free also and he doesn't give anything away. No need to buy the box or take the time to learn how and actually do it yourself. __________________ 2013 ZL1 Black Convertible 2002 Rally Red Camaro Z28 Convertible 35th Anniversary Edition 2008 Hummer H2 Ultra Marine Edition

03-07-2013, 06:50 PM	#4
ZL1Bullet Drives: ZL1 Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: London, Ontario Posts: 142	OK thanks guys. I'm going to be switching my wheels back and forth a lot. My dealer is almost 2 hours away. The local dealer has no incentive to do it for me for free so I'm thinking I'm stuck buying the super magic decoder ring. LOL The local dealer has 3 in stock at $95. It would either cost me in gas or cost me at the local dealer... in the long run I'll be saving. __________________ 2013 Ashen Grey ZL1, exposed Carbon Fibre insert, Sun Roof, Bright Wheels, NAV Radio

03-25-2013, 11:57 AM	#7
TLSTWIN Romans10:9-13 Drives: /\yes, this is me/\ Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Vermilion, Ohio Posts: 4,435	So, no way to do it like the other cars? That is ridiculous. I might have to swap out TPMS's then. I will just use the ones from my SS wheels. __________________

03-26-2013, 09:39 AM	#14
ZL1Bullet Drives: ZL1 Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: London, Ontario Posts: 142	Quick note: Tool did the job painlessly and in under 2 minutes. I put the car back on the road yesterday. Temp was as low as -2C and went up to 5C. The Pirelli P Zeros from the SS (bought brand new as scratch and dent at dealership) work very well in these temps. I tried to make them slip - and while I could, there was way more grip than slip. Very easy to drive on with no surprises. __________________ 2013 Ashen Grey ZL1, exposed Carbon Fibre insert, Sun Roof, Bright Wheels, NAV Radio

03-07-2013, 12:38 PM	#2
HDRDTD Drives: 2013 Triple Black ZL1 Vert M6 ECF Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Trenton, Michigan Posts: 7,047	It has to be done using a special magic black 're-learning' box either by the dealer or you can buy it yourself for around $80-90 IIRC. It only takes a few min to do it, and the dealer (at least mine) does it for free any time I need it. You used to be able to do it yourself on the earlier Camaro's, but not anymore.

03-25-2013, 12:59 PM	#11
Rod Knock Drives: 2003 Dodge Viper/2011 IOM SS vert Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: San Antonio, TX Posts: 353	Discount Tire or any of the chain tire stores have the "tool" if you are using them to switch the tires or if you are a regular customer. If you will be switching them yourself like putting track wheels/tires on regularly, the $60 is worth it just to save the hasle of making the trip each time - even if it is local. - JMO

03-25-2013, 03:04 PM	#12
ZL1-V Drives: 2013 Camaro ZL1 Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Dallas, Texas Posts: 2,155	When I purchased my Gorilla lug nuts they were installed at America/s Tire/Discount tire stores for free. I watched the service writer do the car ahead of me. It took him less than 5 minutes to do it. All he did was simply walk around the car with the tool pointed at each of the sensors. Got into the car at the end of the parking lot and drove the car back up to the customer and she left.