How To Reset Tire Pressure Sensor TPMS Light on Scion tC (2005-2016)
Last Updated on September 28, 2020 by Nick
How To Reset Tire Pressure Sensor TPMS Light on Scion tC (2005-2016) – The Scion tC was a station wagon coupe from the Scion brand belonging to Toyota. The second generation of the car was based on the Toyota Avensis but had a completely independent design.
Like all Scion models, the tC was only available under this name in North America. The second generation was offered in some other countries as Toyota Zelas.
How To Reset Tire Pressure Sensor TPMS Light on Scion tC (2005-2016)
Time needed: 7 minutes
If the TPMS warning light appears on your 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 Scion tC, it is necessary to reset the TPMS. In this generation, your vehicle will be equipped with a TPMS reset button. Follow these steps to do it:
- Stop the vehicle and turn off the engine
Tire pressure reset process cannot be done while the vehicle is moving.
- Adjust the cold tire pressure in all four tires recommended on the tire placard
The tire placard located on the door panel
- Turn the ignition key to the “ON” position without starting the engine
If your vehicle has an ignition button, press the POWER button twice without touching the brake pedal
- Look for the TPMS reset button and press the button until the tire pressure indicator Blinks slowly three times.
Each model year has a different button location. On the old model is located inside the glovebox.
- Wait for several minutes with the engine switch in the “ON” position, to allow the system to record each tire’s pressure, then turn the engine off.
Done!
These instructions are based on the Scion tC owner’s manual. This procedure should apply to the first and second generation of the Scion tC (2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 model years). Hopefully, the article How To Reset Tire Pressure Sensor TPMS Light on Scion tC (2005-2016) can solve your problem. Good Luck!
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