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2020 AUDI R8
5.2L V10 (Gen 2, 562hp)•AWD•DCT•gas•DJPB
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Lost Communication with TPMS Control Module

on 2020 Audi R8 5.2L V10 (Gen 2, 562hp) · AWD

What this code means

Cannot communicate with the Tire Pressure Monitoring System module.

Symptoms

  • TPMS warning light on
  • Tire pressure not displayed
  • TPMS malfunction indicator
  • Cannot reprogram tire sensors

Common causes

  • TPMS module failure
  • CAN bus wiring issue
  • Module power loss
  • Fuse blown
  • TPMS antenna issue

Diagnostic steps

  1. Check TPMS module fuse
  2. Test module power and ground
  3. Check CAN wiring
  4. Test TPMS antenna
  5. Verify TPMS sensors are transmitting

Repair notes

Check fuses. TPMS module may be integrated into BCM on some vehicles.

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