2018 TOYOTA YARIS iA TPMS

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3-12. Tire Pressure Monitoring System
Tire Pressure Monitoring System∗
The system monitors the tire pres-
sures indirectly using the data
sent from the ABS wheel speed
sensors.
To allow the system to operate correctly, the system needs to be ini-
tialized with the specified tire pressure (value on the tire pressure
label). Follow the procedure and perform the initialization.
Refer to Tire Pressure Monitoring System Initialization on P. 221.
The warning light flashes when the system has a malfunction.
Refer to Warning Lights on P. 157.
∗: If equipped
The Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) monitors the air
pressure of all four tires. If the air pressure of one or more tires
is too low, the system warns the driver by indicating the tire
pressure monitoring system warning light in the combination
meter and operating a beep sound.
ABS wheel speed sensor

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3-12. Tire Pressure Monitoring System
NOTICE
●Each tire, including the spare (if provided), should be checked monthly
when cold and inflated to the inflation pressure recommended by the
vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure
label. (If your vehicle has tires of a different size than the size indicated
on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label, you should deter-
mine the proper tire inflation pressure for those tires.)
As an added safety feature, your vehicle has been equipped with a tire
pressure monitoring system (TPMS) that illuminates a low tire pres-
sure telltale when one or more of your tires is significantly under-
inflated. Accordingly, when the low tire pressure telltale illuminates,
you should stop and check your tires as soon as possible, and inflate
them to the proper pressure. Driving on a significantly under-inflated
tire causes the tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure. Under-infla-
tion also reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life, and may affect the
vehicle’s handling and stopping ability.
Please note that the TPMS is not a s ubstitute for proper tire mainte-
nance, and it is th e driver’s responsibility to maintain correct tire pres-
sure, even if under-inflation has not reached the level to trigger
illumination of the TPMS lo w tire pressure telltale.
Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS malfunction indica-
tor to indicate when the system is not operating properly.
The TPMS malfunction indicator is combined with the low tire pressure
telltale. When the system detects a malfunction, the telltale will flash
for approximately one minute and then remain continuously illumi-
nated. This sequence will contin ue upon subsequent vehicle start-ups
as long as the malfunction exists . When the malfunction indicator is
illuminated, the system ma y not be able to detect or signal low tire
pressure as intended. TPMS malfunctions may occur for a variety of
reasons, including the installation of replacement or alternate tires or
wheels on the vehicle that prevent the TPMS from functioning properly.
Always check the TPMS malfunction telltale after replacing one or
more tires or wheels on your vehi cle to ensure that the replacement or
alternate tires and wheels allow the TPMS to continue to function prop-
erly.
●To avoid false readings, the system samples for a little while before
indicating a problem. As a result it will not instantaneously register a
rapid tire deflation or blow out.

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5076-7. Warning/Indicator Lights and Warning Sounds
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If Trouble Arises
WARNING
■Never tamper with the air bag/pretensioner systems and always have
your Toyota dealer perform all servicing and repairs
Self-servicing or tampering with the systems is dangerous. An air bag/pre-
tensioner could accidentally activate or become disabled causing serious
injury or death.
■
If the tire pressure monitoring system warning light illuminates or
flashes, or the tire pressure warning beep sound is heard, decrease
vehicle speed immediately and avoid sudden maneuvering and
braking
If the tire pressure monitoring system warning light illuminates or
flashes, or the tire pressure warning beep sound is heard, it is danger-
ous to drive the vehicle at high speeds, or perform sudden maneuvering
or braking. Vehicle driv ability could worsen and re sult in an accident.
To determine if you have a slow leak or a flat, pull over to a safe position
where you can check the visual condition of the tire and determine if you
have enough air to proceed to a place where air may be added and the
system monitored again by your Toyota dealer or a tire repair station.
■Do not ignore the TPMS Warning Light
Ignoring the TPMS warning light is da ngerous, even if you know why it
is illuminated. Have th e problem taken care of as soon as possible
before it develops into a more serious situation that could lead to tire
failure and a dangerous accident.
NOTICE
■ Automatic Transaxle Warning Light
If the automatic transaxle warning light illuminates, the transaxle has an
electrical problem. Continuing to drive your Toyota in this condition could
cause damage to your transaxle. Consult your Toyota dealer as soon as
possible.
■ KEY Warning Light
If the key warning indicator light illuminates or the push button start indicator
light (amber) flashes, the engine may not start. If the engine cannot be
started, try starting it using the emergency operation for starting the engine,
and have the vehicle inspected at your Toyota dealer as soon as possible.

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5116-7. Warning/Indicator Lights and Warning Sounds
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If Trouble Arises
■Tire Pressure Monitoring System Warning Light
●
Perform tire pressure adjustment wh en the tires are cold. Tire pressure
will vary according to the tire temperature, therefore let the vehicle stand
for 1 hour or only drive it 1 mile (1.6 km) or less before adjusting the tire
pressures. When pressure is adjusted on hot tires to the cold inflation
pressure, the TPMS warning light/beep may turn on after the tires cool
and pressure drops below specification.
Also, an illuminated TPMS warning ligh t, resulting from the tire air pres-
sure dropping due to cold ambient temperature will remain illuminated
even if the ambient temper ature rises. In this case, it will also be neces-
sary to adjust the tire air pressures. If the TPMS warning light illuminates
due to a drop in tire air pressure, make sure to check and adjust the tire
air pressures.
●Tires lose air naturally over time and the TPMS cannot tell if the tires are
getting too soft over time or you have a flat. However, when you find one
low tire in a set of four-that is an indication of trouble; you should have
someone drive the vehicle slowly forward so you can inspect any low
tire for cuts and any metal objects sticking through tread or sidewall. Put
a few drops of water in the valve stem to see if it bubbles indicating a
bad valve. Leaks need to be address ed by more than simply reinflating
the tire as leaks are dangerous - take it to your Toyota dealer.
WARNING
■If the tire pressure monitoring system warning light illuminates or
flashes, or the tire pressure warning beep sound is heard, decrease
vehicle speed immediately and avoid sudden maneuvering and
braking
If the tire pressure monitoring system warning light illuminates or
flashes, or the tire pressure warning beep sound is heard, it is danger-
ous to drive the vehicle at high speeds, or perform sudden maneuvering
or braking. Vehicle driv ability could worsen and re sult in an accident.
To determine if you have a slow leak or a flat, pull over to a safe position
where you can check the visual condition of the tire and determine if you
have enough air to proceed to a place where air may be added and the
system monitored again by your Toyota dealer or a tire repair station.
■Do not ignore the TPMS Warning Light
Ignoring the TPMS warning light is da ngerous, even if you know why it
is illuminated. Have th e problem taken care of as soon as possible
before it develops into a more serious situation that could lead to tire
failure and a dangerous accident.