Demonstrates Proper Procedure for Service Or Replacement

Press Release

New VDO REDI-Sensor TPMS Training Video Feat ures Valve Stem Replacement Tips

• Demonstrates proper procedure for service or replacement

Allentown, PA (August 2013) – Continental Commercial Vehicles & Aftermarket, one of the industry’s leading manufacturers of OE Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems, OE- engineered TPMS replacement parts and the maker of the REDI-Sensor™ Multi- Application TPMS Sensor, has released another new video in its professional TPMS training series. The video, entitled “Valve Stem Replacement”, shows technicians the proper procedure for maintaining and replacing damaged VDO clamp-in TPMS sensor valve stems.

Narrated by Continental Product Manager, Steve Landis, the video provides a detailed explanation and demonstration of VDO clamp-in valve stem replacement procedures for various service scenarios. The video gives auto technicians the key information needed to handle faulty, broken or defective TPMS sensors in a step-by-step guide.

In the training video, Landis identifies which scenarios require replacement of the entire sensor and which only require replacing a specific part. The procedure is demonstrated using a VDO REDI-Sensor Multi-Application TPMS Sensor. In addition to illustrating how to replace a damaged valve stem, it also shows the steps involved in disassembling, reassembling and installing a complete VDO REDI-Sensor sensor.

VDO REDI-Sensor is a multi-application TPMS sensor that covers over 85% of all vehicles in North America with only three sensor SKUs, and replaces over 140 OE sensors. REDI-Sensor is designed to follow standard OE vehicle relearn procedures, and works with all major TPMS scan tools, including those from ATEQ, Bartec, OTC / SPX, K-Tool (T.I.P.S.) and Snap-on.

The “Valve Stem Replacement” video, along with the rest of the REDI-Sensor TPMS Training videos, can be seen on YouTube at http://www.youtube.com/user/redisensor and at www.redi-sensor.com.

With sales of €32.7 billion in 2012, Continental is among the leading automotive suppliers worldwide. As a supplier of brake systems, systems and components for powertrains and chassis, instrumentation, infotainment solutions, vehicle electronics, tires and technical elastomers, Continental contributes to enhanced driving safety and global climate protection. Continental is also an expert partner in networked automobile communication. Continental currently has almost 175,000 employees in 46 countries.

AnnaMaria Blose, (610) 289-0488 ext. 4002 Press Release

The Automotive Group with its three divisions Chassis & Safety (sales of approximately €7.0 billion in 2012, 34,500 employees), Powertrain (sales of approximately €6.1 billion in 2012, 31,000 employees) and Interior (sales of approximately €6.4 billion in 2012, 33,000 employees) achieved sales of approximately €19.5 billion in 2012. The Automotive Group is present in more than 170 locations worldwide. As a partner of the automotive and commercial vehicle industry, it develops and produces innovative products and systems for a modern automotive future, in which cars provide individual mobility and driving pleasure consistent with driving safety, environmental responsibility and cost-efficiency.

Within the Continental Interior Division the Commercial Vehicles & Aftermarket Business Unit accommodates the specific requirements of the commercial vehicle, special vehicle and aftermarket sector. A global network of sales and service companies ensures proximity to local customers. Covering the product brands Continental, VDO, ATE and Barum the Business Unit offers electronic products, systems and services for commercial and special vehicles, a broad selection of products for specialized workshops and spare parts for the Independent Aftermarket and the Original Equipment Services after end of series production of the vehicle manufacturer.

Editor note:

Reference image 1: Valve_Stem_Video.jpg Caption: New VDO REDI-Sensor TPMS Training Video features valve stem replacement tips.

Reference image 2: REDI_Sensor_TPMS_Sensors_with_pkg_13.jpg Caption: VDO REDI-Sensor covers 85% of all vehicles in North America.

Contact for journalists:

AnnaMaria Blose Director, Marketing Communications Continental Interior / Commercial Vehicles & Aftermarket 6755 Snowdrift Road, Allentown, PA 18106 Tel: (610) 289-0488 ext. 4002, Fax: (610) 289-1766 Email: [email protected]

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AnnaMaria Blose, (610) 289-0488 ext. 4002