Did you know that your new Toyota vehicle likely comes with an advanced feature called, “TPMS”? The TPMS, or Tire Pressure Monitoring System, is a technology that monitors the air pressure in a vehicle’s tires as you drive around Sulphur Springs, TX. If you find a flashing TPMS light in your Toyota, the tire pressure has fallen below the recommended level. Once the tires are filled back to their recommended pressure, the TPMS light should reset and turn off. But what if it doesn’t reset? Learn how to reset your tire pressure light with our Toyota service center and stay safe on the Paris roads.
How to Reset the Tire Pressure Light Using the TPMS Button
Having to watch a flashing TPMS light in their Toyota vehicle can be annoying for some Greenville, TX drivers, especially if they know their tires are inflated properly. However, some new Toyota models are built with a TPMS button on the dash, below the steering wheel. Using this button is the easiest way to execute a Toyota TPMS reset. Just follow these steps:
- Start the car (or turn the key to the “ON” position).
- Press and hold the TPMS button.
- The flat tire (TPMS) light will blink slowly 3 times.
- When the light goes out, release the button.
How to Reset the Tire Pressure Light Without the TPMS Button
Some Toyota models do not have the TPMS button, but executing a Toyota TPMS reset is still simple to do in these vehicles. Sometimes it just involves inflating the tires to the correct pressure, which can easily be done at many Antlers, OK gas stations, then driving around for a while. Try these methods to reset your TPMS light:
- Drive at least 50 miles per hour for about 10 minutes. The TPMS may reset the next time you start the car.
- Inflate all tires, including the spare, to 3 PSI over their recommended amount, then deflate them completely. Once they’re empty, reinflate them to the correct pressure.
- Turn the car off, then disconnect the positive battery cable. Turn the ignition to “ON”, then honk the horn for about three seconds. This will drain any residual power. Then reconnect the battery.
Let the Tire Experts at Toyota of Paris Help
If you’re noticing a flashing TPMS light in your Toyota that won’t reset, there may be other undiagnosed issues at play. Schedule an appointment with our service center and our certified technicians will have you back on the road in no time! For more information about your Toyota TPMS, or your favorite tires, visit our tire center and get all the info you need to safely drive around Paris.
