Question
How do you program TPMS sensors for vehicles with “VIN-locked” ECUs?
Answer
Use CHEPQ tools to validate the VIN with the ECU (via OBD) before programming.
Explain
VIN-locked ECUs only accept sensors if the VIN matches (anti-theft); CHEPQ tools handle VIN validation to unlock programming.
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