How to Reset Tire Pressure Light

If you’ve had your tires inflated, but the tire pressure light remains on, you may need to reset it. Your tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) is essential to your vehicle’s safety, and you want to make sure it’s activated. When you start running into issues with your TPMS light on, follow these simple steps, or bring your Toyota vehicle to the service center near Atlanta.

Step-by-Step Guide: Resetting Your Tire Pressure Light

After properly inflating your tires, the tire pressure light should automatically turn off. However, if the TPMS light remains on, there are a few things you can do:

• Drive at or above 50 mph for 10 minutes to reset the sensor. This can cause your sensor to reset when you turn on your vehicle.
• With the vehicle off, turn the key to the “ON” position, but do not start it. Hold the TPMS reset button until you see the flashing tire pressure light blink three times. Then release the reset button. Start the car and give it about 20 minutes for the sensor to refresh. The tire pressure monitor reset button is typically found under the steering wheel. Refer to your owner’s manual if you can’t find it.
• Inflate all tires to 3 PSI over the recommended amount, then deflate them completely. This includes the spare tire because it could also have a sensor. Once the tires are all deflated, reinflate to the recommended tire pressure.
• With the vehicle off, disconnect the positive battery cable with a wrench. Turn the car on and honk the horn for about three seconds. This will discharge any power that’s still left in your car. Then reconnect the battery.

What Does a Flashing Tire Pressure Light Mean?

Most of the time, the tire pressure sensors use a battery, and a flashing tire pressure light often indicates that the battery needs to be replaced. It can also mean there’s a problem with one of the sensors. It’s recommended to schedule service at Marietta Toyota so our team can diagnose the problem and get you back on the road safely.

Visit Marietta Toyota Today

Trying to see why your TPMS light won’t turn off can be a bit frustrating, and the most straightforward way to solve the problem is to visit Marietta Toyota near Smyrna. Our state-of-the-art service center has the equipment needed to diagnose and fix the issue. Contact us with any questions like what the numbers on your tires mean!