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julianacht1

Estima Tire pressure warning

Hello, I'm having some issues with my 2019 Toyota Estima Hybrid. It's showing a 'Tire pressure too low' error on the speedometer, and I've also had it checked, and there's an error stored in the error memory. The car has 30418 km on it. I've checked the tire pressure, and it seems fine in all tires. Any ideas what could be wrong?

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helmutlehmann1

Hey there! That sounds like a TPMS issue. Is the low tire pressure light constantly on, or does it blink for a while before staying solid? A blinking light often indicates a sensor malfunction rather than just low pressure. Also, have you had your tires changed recently? Sometimes, if the sensors weren't properly reset or were damaged during a tire change, it can cause problems.

julianacht1 (Author)

Thanks for the quick response! The light is constantly on, it doesn't blink. I haven't changed the tires recently, and as I said, the pressure seems OK. What exactly does the sensor malfunction mean? Is there a way to fix it myself, or should I go to a professional?

helmutlehmann1

Okay, a solid light usually indicates that one or more of the sensors are sending incorrect data or not sending data at all. The most common reason for this on a car of that age, especially given the symptoms, is likely a dead sensor battery. These sensors have a limited lifespan. Replacing the sensor involves removing the tire, dismounting it from the rim, replacing the sensor (making sure it's compatible with your Estima!), re-mounting the tire, balancing the wheel, and then programming the new sensor to your car's computer. Honestly, unless you're experienced with tire work and have the necessary tools and a TPMS programming tool, I'd recommend taking it to a workshop.

julianacht1 (Author)

Thanks a lot for your help and the detailed explanation! I took it to the workshop, and you were right. It was the sensor battery. The repair cost me 280€. They replaced the faulty sensor, and everything is working fine now.

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