maintenance
TPMS Relearn
for 2016 Ford F-150 5.0L V8 Coyote · RWD
Difficulty
Easy
Time
24 min
Tools
4
Steps
7
This procedure relearns the Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) sensors on a 2015-2020 Ford F-150 with 5.0L V8 engine after tire rotation, sensor replacement, or low tire pressure warning.
Warnings
⚠Ensure all tires are inflated to the correct pressure before beginning the relearn procedure, or the TPMS system may not calibrate correctly.
ℹ️The vehicle must be stationary with the ignition on and engine off during the relearn process.
ℹ️TPMS sensor batteries typically last 7-10 years. If sensors fail to activate, battery replacement or sensor replacement may be required.
Tools required
TPMS relearn tool (ATEQ VT55, Bartec Tech400, or equivalent)Essential
Tire pressure gaugeEssential
Air compressor or tire inflator
OBD-II scan tool (optional for verification)
Preparation
- Locate the driver's door jamb tire pressure placard and verify the correct tire pressures for front and rear tires.
- Inflate all four tires (and spare if equipped with TPMS) to the recommended pressure listed on the door jamb placard.
- Verify all TPMS sensors are installed and functioning. If sensors were recently replaced, confirm they are programmed for Ford F-150.
- Park vehicle on level surface and ensure transmission is in Park with parking brake engaged.
- Turn ignition to OFF position before beginning.
Procedure
- 1Access TPMS training modeTurn the ignition to the ON position (engine off). Press and release the brake pedal. Turn the ignition to the OFF position. Cycle the ignition from OFF to ON three times, ending in the ON position. Press and release the brake pedal. Turn the ignition to the OFF position. This enters the TPMS training mode. You should hear a horn chirp or see a TPMS indicator flash confirming training mode is active.
- 2Activate left front sensorPlace the TPMS relearn tool antenna against the left front tire sidewall near the valve stem. Activate the tool to trigger the sensor. The horn will chirp once when the sensor is successfully accepted. If no chirp occurs within 10 seconds, reposition the tool and try again.
- 3Activate right front sensorMove to the right front tire and place the TPMS relearn tool antenna against the tire sidewall near the valve stem. Activate the tool to trigger the sensor. Wait for the horn chirp confirming successful acceptance before proceeding.
- 4Activate right rear sensorMove to the right rear tire and place the TPMS relearn tool antenna against the tire sidewall near the valve stem. Activate the tool to trigger the sensor. Wait for the horn chirp confirming successful acceptance before proceeding.
- 5Activate left rear sensorMove to the left rear tire and place the TPMS relearn tool antenna against the tire sidewall near the valve stem. Activate the tool to trigger the sensor. Wait for the horn chirp confirming successful acceptance. After the fourth sensor is learned, the horn will chirp twice to indicate the relearn procedure is complete.
- 6Exit training mode and initialize systemTurn the ignition to the OFF position. Start the engine and allow it to run for at least 30 seconds. This allows the TPMS module to verify and store the new sensor positions. The TPMS warning light should turn off within 2 minutes of driving if the relearn was successful.
- 7Perform verification driveDrive the vehicle at speeds above 20 mph for at least 10 minutes to allow the TPMS system to fully validate all sensor positions and tire pressures. The system will update and the TPMS warning light should remain off if all sensors are communicating properly.
Reassembly
- No disassembly required for this procedure.
Verification
- Confirm the TPMS warning light is off on the instrument cluster after the verification drive.
- Use the driver information display to verify all four tire pressures are displayed correctly and match gauge readings.
- If equipped with an OBD-II scan tool, check for any stored TPMS-related diagnostic trouble codes in the Body Control Module.
- Verify tire pressures remain stable over the next 24-48 hours, indicating no leaks at valve stems or sensors.
- If the TPMS light remains on or flashes, repeat the relearn procedure or check for faulty sensors or incorrect tire pressures.