Write-up: How to Disable (Bypass) the TPMS

[LordAbdullah]

Blue Scotchlok

To anyone having problems using the blue scotchlok and the light blinking and/or the bypass not working at all, I had better luck with the red one.

I got mine from Princess Auto, the only Canadian store I could find that carried them.

If you're having a hard time finding them, amazon and ebay both carry them (in the case of the latter you'd have to wait quite a bit)

It's best if you strip the tape off around an inch and a half to two inches so you have more play with the wires!

 

[jacksheadache]

Great info. This is on the top of my to-do. Thank you

 

[wadle5]

Great info. This is on the top of my to-do. Thank you

Really is simple. Did it on mine after only owning it for a week.


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[Offcamber]

Thanks for posting this info. I did it quickly last night. It's sure nice to not have the TPMS light on any longer.

 

[WEINERDOGBONE]

This can be done in 5-10 minutes. All you need is a wire connector that can directly connect two wires. What I used was a Scotchlok wire connector (see the first picture below). Here is how:

Steps (on my '05 4Runner):

1. Disconnect the battery (Although I did not do this)
2. Take out the screw that holds the black plastic panel located below the glove box
3. Gently pull the black panel and it should just pop out
4. Drop the panel and you will see that the TPMS module is right there
5. Unplug the harness (as show in the second picture below)
6. Use utility knife or scissors and cut the yellow type open (BE CAREFUL-Not to cut the wires!!!!)
7. Inside the yellow type there is another layer of black type, cut that open as well (again, BE CAREFUL Not to cut the wires!!!)
8. Now, look for two wires: the Pink-Black one (TPMS) and the White-Black (ground) wire (see below the third picture)
9. Use Scotchlok wire connector to connect the Pink-Black wire and the White-Black wire (watch youtube Scotchlok Wiring Demo clip here: ScotchLok Wiring Connector Demonstration - etrailer.com - YouTube) NOTE: Check both channels inside the connector. If one channel is blocked, you need to cut out the plastic block to make adjustment so that the wire can go through just like the other channel).

Done! The TPMS light is now bypassed and the light will never come back on. (Note: this mod is reversable by simply removing the connector or wire a switch to turn it on or off: see http://www.toyota-4runner.org/4th-gen-t4rs/50252-tpms-light-bypass-switch.html)

Since the TPMS is disabled, be sure to check your tire pressure regularly.

Hello, I haven't posted in a while but I wanted to say thank you to txt4r for posting this solution. I used it today on my aging 4Runner (2004). It worked like a charm.

 

[bugfinder]

Dear Subspd,
Did you need to unplug the car battery before unplugging the TPMS connector and jumping the wires? I have a 2005 T4R.

 

[cseaman]

Thanks for this thread. I went out and bought the Skotchloks, only to find that the previous owner of my truck had already done this. Hoping its a good thing that I found a forum-owner type truck.

 

[Benwa67]

Thank you!

joined this site just to say thanks for this mod.
Worked perfectly on an '06 SR5.

 

[07V8]

Where are people buying Scotchloks? I don't need 100 of them....

 

[sr3tlaw]

Where are people buying Scotchloks? I don't need 100 of them....

Really depends on what you're looking for. Im very anal about the quality of my electrical connectors and bolt quality.

What do you need, or more importantly ask yourself what the application is for. I can point you in the right direction from there

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[benzfanatical]

Thanks for the great write up.


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[Ventil8]

I recently replaced all 5 TPMS sensors. I bought 5 from Camelback toyota for $286+200 for the dealer to program and install. I got a really good deal from my service advisor for the install. I rely too much on these sensors to check tire pressure because I never do. They are really handy when you're driving on the highway and the light turns on. Happened a couple times, last time I was on my way to golf course, I pulled over and my pressure was down to 25psi and noticed a small ssssss sound, looked over tire, and had a sharp piece of metal in the tire that had punctured it. The original sensors lasted 11.5 years so decided to change all 5 to hopefully last me another 10 years. Well worth it to me.

 

[07V8]

Done!!! Jumped the two connections and left the entire thing unplugged!

So weird not seeing a flashing light after 3 years of it.

 

[4OYOTER]

I recently replaced all 5 TPMS sensors. I bought 5 from Camelback toyota for $286+200 for the dealer to program and install. I got a really good deal from my service advisor for the install. I rely too much on these sensors to check tire pressure because I never do. They are really handy when you're driving on the highway and the light turns on. Happened a couple times, last time I was on my way to golf course, I pulled over and my pressure was down to 25psi and noticed a small ssssss sound, looked over tire, and had a sharp piece of metal in the tire that had punctured it. The original sensors lasted 11.5 years so decided to change all 5 to hopefully last me another 10 years. Well worth it to me.

Costco could have done it for around $300, parts and labor .

 

[TheCremePuff]

ill be attempting that this weekend that light drives me crazy

 

[williamteichroeb]

TPMS bypass on 2009, it's different!

Hey guys, just did this mod. Would love to help ppl out so they don't make the same mistake I did!

on the 2009's (and pretty sure the 08's, the wires are different....It IS the pink/black with MAROON/black.

AGAIN.... connect the pink/black wire to the maroon (dark reddish/brown) and black wire,

Also for my fellow canucks, we can get the scotchlock-type connectors at Canadian Tire...I used a red one (which is 18-22ga) and it worked well squeezing the metal channel together slightly.

I will attach some pictures; One pic of the connection and one to prove the light is disabled when key is turned to the "on" position. If the by-pass didn't work, then the light would appear on startup. Hope this helps some ppl.

Cheers

 

[cognus]

I am wondering what you folks do when you buy new tires? Most reputable tire shops will not install tires if the TPMS is inoperative.

why would the tire shop [i'm thinking Discount Tire here in Texas where there is still just an echo of freedom left] train its personnel to go snooping for trouble? if the regs were THAT strict, the FED would mandate a Test of the TPMS [not hard to do], just like inspection-time. If they go looking for trouble, then they have no plausible deniability. if they do not look for the issue, there is no trail.

all said, seems like the plug-in disconnectors are the way to go as it is easily reversed, no damage to anything.
where do I get such a gadget? autozone/O'Reilly/Advance? Ebay?

 

[MFreund]

There is a pink with blue tracer. Don't jump that to ground. It will disable your air bags. FYI.

 

[BAe3100FO]

So looking at doing this for my 06 SR5, but not looking to buy 100 scotchloks...does anyone know where to get just a couple? And the Blue colored ones worked best for most people?
Thanks!

 

[Atlanta_man]

There is a pink with blue tracer. Don't jump that to ground. It will disable your air bags. FYI.

That's not a bad idea. I always wear my seat/shoulder belt and don't need them.