TPMS - 2004 Toyota 4Runner

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The TPMS for one of my tires is damaged on my 2004 Toyota 4Runner, so I need to replace it. Are TPMS made especially for each make, model and year or are they interchangable depending on the class of vehicle. Someone who owns a 2010 Tacoma is selling his and I'm wondering if the TPMS for that vehicle is compatible with mine. Thanks all!
 
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The only difference is between the type of wheel the TMPS is used on. For example, I believe it is a 20 degree offset for the alloy wheels while there is a 30 degree offset for the steel wheels.

Basically if they came from an aluminum wheel you're in good shape, only problem is that you need a factory scantool to program them to your vehicle.
 
I did quite a bit of research regarding this since I was going to replace the TPMS in my 2004 when I put new wheels on. I opted to get rid of my TPMS and do the TPMS bypass switch instead.
What I found is that 2004 Toyota TPMS is different from all other TPMS; since TPMS was government mandated in 2005. My understanding is the ECU in 2004s is different than on 2005. On 2005 and later the TPMS sensors are the same across many manufacturers (GM, Toyota etc...).

So your options are to buy new TPMS from the dealer for a couple hundred bucks last I checked, buy used TPMS off a 2004 4runner/Tacoma or get an OEM replacement from Orange Electronic here - Orange Electronic TO35010 Orange Electronic OE Replacement TPMS Sensors
 
Message - Good to know. So my fix would not work in this case. If so I would disable the stupid light and check my tires on a regular basis.
 
Zulu95 said:
only problem is that you need a factory scantool to program them to your vehicle.

You do not need a "Factory Tool" but you do need a tool. Read my post below on how I fixed my TPMS problems.

http://www.toyota-4runner.org/general-discussions/89485-tpms-light-solution.html
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That's good to hear actually, last I had checked not many aftermarket TPMS tools communicated well with Toyota. I would give this a try, the '04 ECU isn't too much different, but then again I've only been using the factory tool.

Glad to know that you know have other options than taking it to the dealer for simple stuff, we charge too much for a lot of what we do and not a lot goes to the technician.
 
For what it is worth I had a sensor go bad and the light on the dash of my 06 was flashing. I brought it in to my local discount tire, they diagnosed it, replaced the sensor and registered the new sensor with the TPMS box. It was 114 out the door, not bad considering I did not have to go across town to the dealer.
 
Had the same concern as the OP. I was able to replace a faulty '04 early version TPMS (model # PMV1017; OEM part # 42607-35010) with the later version (model # PMV107J; OEM part # 42607-06011) and register it with the ATEQ Quickset. The later 107J version is cheaper and more available on eBay than the rarer and more expensive 1017.
Remember to wake up a new TPMS out of hibernation using a pressure drop (there is a TSB out there about this) if you don't have the factory scan tool.
 
Good to know kmvreter! I had thought I was only able to use the older version of TPMS. I may just have to pick up a set of the newer models and get them programmed versus disabling my TPMS via the bypass switch mod.
 
Just FYI, I had a sensor go bad a few years back. From a "discount" Toyota place I bought a new sensor for $70 or so and Costco in Thornton, Co installed it (because I had new tires put on anyway).

The kicker was that I had to take it to a dealer to have them program the new sensor in. Just the programming at Mountain States Toyota was $100 +. Bunch of BS profiteering from a frick'n federal mandated "safety" equipment.

Anyway, I'll check with Discount Tire next time. Had no idea they could program the sensors in.
 
One sensor cost me U$11.50 + free shipping earlier this year on Ebay.
There are sets of 4 going for U$62.00 right now.
The sensor registration was "free" with the ATEQ Quickset. I'll amortize the cost of the tool over future years as a cost avoidance at the stealership. It'll pay for itself after 3 or 4 uses. I'll be needing new tires next spring and will add new sensors at that time since they are nearing the end of their predicted 10 year battery life. Plus there are 3 other Toys in the family that will need the same type of work in the future.
I'll still use my bypass switch when I run the winter wheels.
 
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ram said:
Just FYI, I had a sensor go bad a few years back. From a "discount" Toyota place I bought a new sensor for $70 or so and Costco in Thornton, Co installed it (because I had new tires put on anyway).

The kicker was that I had to take it to a dealer to have them program the new sensor in. Just the programming at Mountain States Toyota was $100 +. Bunch of BS profiteering from a frick'n federal mandated "safety" equipment.

Anyway, I'll check with Discount Tire next time. Had no idea they could program the sensors in.
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Just be happy Toyota doesn't force your car into limp home mode if your tire light comes on. Some Nissan and other brands regulate you to like 20 mph if it comes on.
 
The day the vehicle decided to go into limp home mode over a tire light would be the day I made sure my tire light could never light again.

STUPID NANNY STATE RULES!
 
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