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Hella TC-400 User Manual

Hella TC-400
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Montageanleitung
Reifendruckkontrollsystem
Installation Instructions
Tire Pressure Monitoring System
Monteringsanvisning
Däcktrycksövervakningssystem
Montagehandleiding
Bandenspanningscontrolesysteem
Asennusohje
Paineenvalvontajärjestelmä
TC-400
Instructions de montage
Système de contrôle de pression-
des pneumatiques
Instrucciones de montaje
Sistema de regulación de la
presión de los neumáticos
Instruzioni di montaggio
Sistema di controllo pressione
pneumatici
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Hella TC-400 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandHella
ModelTC-400
CategoryMeasuring Instruments
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Safety Precautions

Disconnect Battery Terminal

Disconnect the negative battery terminal before working on the car's electrical system.

Prevent Wire Harness Damage

Avoid sharp edges to prevent damage to the wire harness and antenna.

Ensure Correct Routing and Fixing

Ensure the wiring harness and antenna are routed and fixed correctly.

Install Parts as Shown

Install all parts according to the provided illustrations.

Consult Vehicle Workshop Manual

Refer to the vehicle workshop manual for part disassembly/assembly.

TPMS Kit Contents

Wheel Sensors

Four wheel sensors are included in the kit for monitoring tire pressure.

Receiver Module

The central receiver module for the Tire Pressure Monitoring System.

Flexible Antenna

The flexible antenna for receiving signals from the sensors.

LCD Display Unit

The display unit for showing tire status and alerts.

Fasteners and Cables

Includes screws, power harness with fuse, cable ties, and connectors.

Mounting Hardware

Includes display mounting bracket and double-sided tape pads.

Installation and User Manual

The comprehensive manual for installation and operation.

Pre-programmed Wheel Locations

LF = Left Front

Sensor location designation for the left front tire.

RF = Right Front

Sensor location designation for the right front tire.

LR = Left Rear

Sensor location designation for the left rear tire.

RR = Right Rear

Sensor location designation for the right rear tire.

Diagnostic Check Procedure

Initiate Diagnostic Check

Press and hold the Check button, then turn on the vehicle ignition.

Interpret Signal Strength

Analyze bar indicators for receiver location suitability and interference levels.

Wheel Location Identification & Procedures

Sensor Location Identification

Sensor positions are indicated on a label attached to the sensor body.

Tire Rotation Procedure

Follow the procedure to change wheel locations after tire rotation.

Sensor Replacement Procedure

Procedure for (Re)Programming Wheel Locations after sensor replacement.

Tire Pressure Monitoring System Programming

Initiate Programming Mode

Press Check button, turn ignition on, release when 'Ln5' displays.

Program Spare Wheel Sensor

Deflate the spare tire to program its sensor.

Disregard Spare Wheel Sensor

Hold Check button for 3 seconds to skip spare wheel programming.

Program Left Front Sensor

Deflate the left front tire to program its sensor.

Program Right Front Sensor

Deflate the right front tire to program its sensor.

Tire Pressure Monitoring System Programming (Cont.)

Program Right Rear Sensor

Deflate the right rear tire to program its sensor.

Program Left Rear Sensor

Deflate the left rear tire to program its sensor.

Program Additional Sensors (6-wheel)

Procedure for programming extra sensors for 6-wheel vehicles.

Setting Standard Tire Pressure and Warning Levels

Prepare Tires for Setting

Inflate all tires to the prescribed pressures as indicated on the vehicle.

Initiate Setting Mode

Press and hold the Check button, then turn on the vehicle ignition.

Confirm Initial Tire Positions

Tire positions flash until all sensor data is received.

System Behavior After Setting

Display shows positions briefly before switching off.

Setting Warning Levels

Understanding 2-Stage Warnings

System provides warnings for 25% and 50% pressure loss, respectively.

Default Warning Settings

Default settings are 25% for first stage and 50% for second stage alerts.

Adjusting First Stage Warning Level

Initiate Adjustment

Press and hold the Check button for 6 seconds.

Set First Stage Level

Adjust the first stage warning level between 60% and 90%.

Setting Standard Pressure and Warning Levels (Cont.)

Confirm First Stage Level

Push the Check button for 3 seconds to confirm the setting.

Adjust Second Stage Level

Adjust the second stage warning level between 50% and 80%.

Confirm Second Stage Level

Push Check button for 3 seconds to confirm and exit setup.

System Self-Check and Wheel Location

Perform System Self-Check

System performs a self-check and receives updated wheel location information.

Check Left Front Tire Condition

Press Check button to view the Left Front tire's condition.

Check Right Front Tire Condition

Press Check button to view the Right Front tire's condition.

Checking Wheel Location

Check Right Rear Tire Condition

Press Check button to view the Right Rear tire's condition.

Check Left Rear Tire Condition

Press Check button to view the Left Rear tire's condition.

Handle Without Spare Wheel

Procedure for vehicles without a spare wheel.

Handle With Spare Wheel

Procedure for vehicles equipped with a spare wheel.

Handle For 6-Wheel Vehicles

Procedure specific to vehicles with six wheels.

Checking Wheel Location (Cont.)

Exit Setup with Spare Wheel

Press Check button to exit setup mode when using a spare wheel.

Check Left Outer Rear Tire (6-wheel)

View condition of the left outer rear tire on 6-wheel vehicles.

Check Spare Tire (6-wheel)

View condition of the spare tire on 6-wheel vehicles.

Exit Setup for 6-Wheel Vehicles

Press Check button to exit setup for 6-wheel vehicles.

Alert and Alarm Conditions

Normal Operation

Indicates all tire conditions are OK.

Low Pressure Warnings

First stage (orange) and second stage (red) low pressure alerts.

Fast Leakage Alert

Alert for rapid pressure loss exceeding 3 PSI within one minute.

High Pressure Alert

Alert for excessively high tire pressure levels.

High Temperature Alert

Alert for tires operating at high temperatures (above 85°C or 185°F).

Alarm Buzzer Operation

Buzzer Activation

The system's buzzer activates for any alarm or alert condition.

Temporarily Disable Buzzer

Press the Check button to silence the buzzer temporarily.

Signal Loss Indication and Troubleshooting

Interpreting Antenna Icon

An antenna icon indicates a lost sensor signal for over 10 minutes.

Troubleshooting Signal Loss

Address interference, sensor damage, or empty sensor battery.

Using the Spare Tire Functionality

Options for Pressure Alert

Temporarily disable sensor or change tire positions on screen.

Initiate Spare Tire Change

Press and hold the Check button for 5 seconds.

Sequence of Tire Location Lights

Locations light up sequentially during the spare tire change process.

Accept Spare Tire Change

Press Check button to confirm the spare tire replacement.

Reinstate Original Tire Combination

Press and hold Check button to restore original tire settings.

Using the Spare Tire Functionality (Cont.)

Sequence of Tire Location Lights (Cont.)

Shows sequential lighting of tire locations during the process.

Accept Tire Replacement

Press Check button to accept the tire replacement.

Initiate Defective Sensor Handling

Press and hold Check button for 5 seconds for defective sensor management.

Handle Defective Location

Press Check button to temporarily disable a defective tire location.

Reinstate Original Combination (Defective)

Restore original settings for a defective location.

Using the Spare Tire Functionality (Cont. 2)

Handle Disabled Location

Press Check button to display a temporarily disabled location.

Reinstate Disabled Location

Press Check button to reinstate and activate a disabled location.

System Configuration Options

Default Settings (PSI/Fahrenheit)

System uses default PSI and Fahrenheit settings.

Initiate Configuration Mode

Press and hold Check button, then turn on ignition.

Configure Pressure Units (kPa)

Change pressure units to Kilopascals (kPa).

Configure Temperature Units (°F)

Change temperature units to Fahrenheit (°F).

System Configuration Options (Cont.)

Configure Pressure (kPa) / Temp (°F)

Set pressure in kPa and temperature in Fahrenheit.

Configure Pressure (PSI) / Temp (°C)

Set pressure in PSI and temperature in Celsius.

Configure Pressure (PSI) / Temp (°F)

Set pressure in PSI and temperature in Fahrenheit.

Configure Pressure (Bar) / Temp (°C)

Set pressure in Bar and temperature in Celsius.

Confirm Configuration Settings

Press and hold Check button for 3 seconds to confirm.

Checking Preset Tire Pressure

Display Preset Pressure

Press Set button to display preset front and rear wheel pressures.

Changing Background Color

Initiate Color Change Mode

Press and hold the Set-up button for 3 seconds.

Scroll and Confirm Color Selection

Use Set-up button to cycle through colors and confirm choice.

Changing Warning Color Settings

Understand Warning Color Strategies (US/EU)

Select US (Yellow) or EU (Orange/Red) warning color strategies.

Select Warning Color Strategy

Press and hold Set-up button to choose between US or EU settings.

Product Disclaimer and Limitations

System Purpose and Limitations

Monitors pressure/temp; does not perform actions or detect all defects.

Driver Verification Requirement

Driver must verify system self-check after ignition.

Exclusions from Manufacturer Liability

No liability for incorrect installation, damage, or signal loss.