Toyota Corolla TPMS Warning Light – False Alarm o r Real Issue?

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Toyota Corolla TPMS Warning Light – False Alarm o r Real Issue?

Hi all,

My Corolla’s Tire Pressure Monitoring System TPMS light keeps coming on even after I fill the tires to the recommended PSI. Could this be a sensor issue, o r do I need to get my tires checked?

Has anyone else experienced TPMS warnings that wouldn’t go away? How did you fix it?

Qalb E Momin asked on 30 Jan 2025 15:40:35 pm

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Car Mechanic Expert - on 30 Jan 2025 15:46:52 pm

If the TPMS light keeps coming on even after you’ve properly inflated your tires, it could be due to a few different issues:

Sensor Malfunction: The TPMS sensors in each tire could be malfunctioning o r have a weak battery. If the sensors are old o r damaged, they may not correctly detect the tire pressure. In this case, you would need to replace the faulty sensors.

Faulty Reset o r Calibration: Sometimes, the system may require a reset o r recalibration after filling the tires. If you haven’t already, try turning the ignition on and off, o r check your car’s manual for the specific TPMS reset procedure for your Corolla.

Sensor Calibration Issue: If your Corolla’s TPMS was recently serviced o r tires were replaced, the sensors may need to be recalibrated to sync with the system. A mechanic can check and calibrate the sensors for you if needed.

Tire Pressure Monitoring System Error: It’s also possible that the issue could be with the TPMS control module o r wiring, though this is less common.

If the light persists even after ensuring correct tire pressure and resetting the system, you may want to take the car to a mechanic o r tire shop. They can diagnose the issue more thoroughly and replace faulty sensors if necessary.