The TPMS warning light typically comes on when your tires are over or under-inflated. When you see a TPMS warning light, it’s critical to adjust tire pressure to the recommended level to prevent your tires from bursting, leading to an accident. After adjusting tire pressure, use the guide below to reset TPMS on various Toyota Tacoma models.
2006 – 2022 Models
- Park your car, then turn off the engine.
- Adjust the tire pressure on all tires, including the spare if equipped, to the level recommended on the tire placard.
- Next, turn the ignition to the ON position without turning on the engine.
- Find the TPMS reset button beneath the steering wheel in the car’s cabin.
- Press the TPMS button for at least ten seconds or until the TPMS light blinks three times.
- Wait a few minutes for your car’s system to record each tire’s pressure.
- After about 20 minutes, turn off the engine, then restart the vehicle.
- Drive above 25 mph for about thirty minutes.
- Observe that the TPMS light is off.
FAQs
Why is my TPMS light on even after adjusting my tire pressure to the recommended level?
Sometimes the TPMS light can stay on even after adjusting tire pressure. There are several reasons this would happen, including extremely cold weather, recent tire change or rotation, or a malfunctioning TPMS sensor.
Is it dangerous to drive with the TPMS light on?
It would be a mistake to ignore a TPMS warning. Remember, proper tire pressure is crucial to your car’s braking performance and stability.
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