What is a TPMS malfunction indicator?

What is a TPMS malfunction indicator?

As an added safety feature, your vehicle has been equipped with a tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) that illuminates a low tire pressure telltale when one or more of your tires is significantly underinflated. The TPMS malfunction indicator is combined with the low tire pressure telltale.

How do you reset the low tire pressure light on a Toyota 4runner?

To reset the system, first make sure the tire pressures are correct. Turn the engine on, then press and hold the reset button. You’ll find it low and to the right of the steering wheel on the instrument panel. Hold the button down until the TPMS indicator light in the instrument panel blinks slowly 3 three times.

Where does the Toyota 4Runner low tire pressure light come from?

2020-2021 Toyota 4Runner Low Tire Pressure TPMS Light Reset Guide – The Toyota 4Runner is a Toyota SUV that has been sold in North America since 1984 and is produced at the Toyota plant in Tahara, Aichi. Toyota re-launched the latest generation 4Runner from the base 4Runner facelift model launched in 2014 and got the TRD Pro trim in 2015.

What does an indicator light mean on a 4Runner?

Don’t delay in getting the vehicle inspected and serviced if this light comes on. This light means there is a problem or malfunction in the 4WD system. This only applies to 4Runners with 4WD equipped. This indicator means the Active Traction Control System, otherwise known as (A-TRAC) has been activated.

When to reset the TPMs on a Toyota 4Runner?

Time needed: 7 minutes. Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) or also known as TPWS on Toyota cars is a system that provides a real tire pressure report to the driver. If the TPMS warning light appears on your 2020 2021 Toyota 4Runner, it is necessary to reset the TPMS. Follow these steps to do it:

What does 4 wheel drive mean on a 4Runner?

This light only applies to 4Runners with 4WD equipped. Four Wheel Drive is a transmission system that gives power to all four wheels of a vehicle. It is designed to be used in off-road scenarios and tough weather conditions like snow and ice.