Don't Pay Toyota Big Bucks to Recalibrate Your TSS Sensor

[@VictorReynoso-s9u]

Rob! Thank you my man! I just got off the phone with the dealership and they were gonna get me. Thankfully I saw your video , got home pulled the connection, cleaned it, cleaned the whole sensor and put it back together. Bingo light turned off!

[@VictorReynoso-s9u]

Btw he said it was a two hour job! I took 5 minutes

[@RobMotive]

Awesome 👍👍

[@leohondaperry]

Thanks Rob, just lifted my truck yesterday and ran into this problem, going to give this a whirl it it's not reset after my alignment!

[@RobMotive]

Awesome! Let me know how it works for you👍

[@driftx2]

Got tss malfunction after doing a lift on my 24 tacoma. I think this may be the issue.

[@sebastiancrabill444]

That's what controls the adaptive cruise control. I did change my grill to the pro and had a warning, I put some washers and they work some days, some days when I'm using the cruise control I get the warning, so I say screw it, I can still use the cruise control if you hold the button in for about 2-3 seconds like the old style cc and that's what bypass the adaptive cc.

[@roberttrujillo6146]

Will this work if you add a brush guard?

[@RobMotive]

Not if the guard is in line of sight.

[@calebjohnson8615]

Hello Rob, I plan on installing a new TRD Pro grille to replace my current chrome one on my 2019 Tundra. Will I have to recalibrate the sensor if I am only replacing the grille? Thanks in advance!

[@RobMotive]

Seems to be hit or miss. You won’t know until you do it🤔

[@calebjohnson8615]

@@RobMotive from the videos I have seen on here no one has had to so we shall see

[@Mrguitarcraze]

Thanks Rob, makes sense that the pro sensor is lower to accommodate the one inch stock lift on the pro. There must be some tolerance to accommodate carrying a load in the bed, too. Would be curious to see what the sensors “fanning” diameter is based on distance - I doubt that it projects out in a straight line like a laser would - therefore there must be some tolerance. One of the best ways to test it is with the dynamic cruise control.

[@RobMotive]

For sure. There has to be some built in tolerance 👍

[@ftwbreeze]

Good morning Rob. Another day in paradise!

[@RobMotive]

It’s gonna be a hot one!!😅

[@nuchieboy]

If you remove the bumper to install fog lights does it affect the sensor?

[@RobMotive]

Why would you remove the bumper to install fog lights?

[@nuchieboy]

@@RobMotive I have a 2023 Toyota Camry so a little different scenario but was wondering if I unplug the sensor clip would if mess with the calibration

[@RobMotive]

@nuchieboy I can’t say. I’ve never worked with a Camry.

[@krakensquatch]

I got a lift, and a pro grille, and the previous owner had stock plus sport/OR grille, I switched up to aftermarket PRO and I got this warning.

[@RobMotive]

Bummer! Did you fix it?

[@xxkevin01]

Hey rob thank you for this video, do I need to worry about the advance safety system (camera)? The one behind the rear view mirror in your front windshield?

[@RobMotive]

Mine was never affected.

[@Tonayez]

I bought my rav 4 2019 as-is. I’ve been getting the pre-collision system malfunction error since the time I purchased it. I noticed today one of the screws/nut is missing that holds the sensor down. What alternative screw / bolt can I use ?

[@RobMotive]

I’d pop one of the remaining screws out and head to Lowe’s👍

[@tomahawk8754]

Do the warning lights just go away by themselves after angling the sensor?

[@RobMotive]

You may have to reset. I’ve never had any warning lights.

[@ftwbreeze]

Hello Rob, keep moding the blue Unicorn, I'm saving up to buy from you once you decide to sell. Thanks again for another informative video all about our beloved Tacomas!

[@RobMotive]

Lol!! Why wait...$65k and it’s yours now😁

[@johnbailey1305]

@@RobMotive You serious Clark..... I mean .... Rob. Lol

[@RobMotive]

Heck yeah! Between the parts and labor...that’s a deal👍

[@ftwbreeze]

Hello Rob, I need to wait on that. Seems steep but I understand those R/Motive stickers add value :-). When Gen 4 Tacoma roles out you may offer a rebate or two, fingers crossed :-).

[@RobMotive]

Lol! It’s ok...I’m not looking to part with the Blue Unicorn 😁

[@useryggfdcc]

I thought above this and had the same solution. The TSS sensor is scanning the road ahead and lifting will/can mess with the scanning. My tip: remove the whole grill and then do the mod. Easy to remove the grill anyway. Also take before and after pics of the angle of the sensor.

[@newland8141]

So, I haven't lifted my truck, I did, however, level it 2 inches in the front. Now, when I had my stock grille & original sensor, everything was perfectly fine. Drove the truck for over a year like that, never an issue with the TSS. So, a few months ago, I put an aftermarket grille on (extremely similar to the TRD PRO style grille). I relocated the sensor, as instructed, but it no longer works.. No cruise control or any of those features.. Does anyone have a solution? I heard putting washers behind it. Does that work?

[@RobMotive]

Sounds like you need to correct the angle to me. I’d try washers if it were mine.

[@newland8141]

Thank you. Will do!

[@newland8141]

So there is only 1 mounting screw. However, there are 4 screws that hold the sensor together..

[@davida7284]

Great video. Thx for exposing the man behind the curtain so to say, lol. Hey, question: If my lift raised the sensor by 3 inches, would that in your estimation cause sensor issues?

[@RobMotive]

It’s possible.

[@ikhadji]

Thanks

[@jogulaps5448]

Glad I watched this Rob. I'm planning on purchasing the TRD Pro grill. Your channel is very informative. Keep posting your videos 👍

[@RobMotive]

Most likely you won’t have any problems. 👍

[@jogulaps5448]

Off topic. KTJO 4x4 finally sent me tracking number for my driver side grab handle. Ordered it January '21. 🤞

[@RobMotive]

That’s great!!👍👍

[@racehemi426425]

If out of calibration just turns on a light, I would never think about it again. Life is too short to worry about Chinese sensors

[@RobMotive]

If the light doesn’t bother you..you’re golden👍

[@kerrygibbs8198]

This has to be one of the most stupid viewers comments I’ve read in a long time.

[@coledavis2326]

So if it’s a 3 inch lift kit do I point it up?

[@RobMotive]

The opposite I’d think.

[@coledavis2326]

@@RobMotivewow thanks for he reply on a 3 y/o video, I tried this and I haven’t had any luck with will keep with it

[@RobMotive]

@coledavis2326 Since you moved the truck up, you’d have to space it to point down to compensate👍

[@coledavis2326]

@@RobMotiveI put 4 washers in to point it down on each side, do I need to reset the car or something I still have the error for pre collision system malfunction

[@RobMotive]

@coledavis2326 I’d probably disconnect the battery for a few minutes and see if it clears. If not, 4 is either too many or not enough.

[@kevinmeldrum1]

lifted mine with a pro grille worked fine for a few months. then out of nowhere got radar errors. used 2 washers on the top screw and been good for few months.

[@RobMotive]

Good to hear the solution worked! Strange that it didn't show up for months🤔

[@bderkhan2925]

So you lifted it and tilted the sensors to point higher?

[@stephenwinchester6668]

Is there a way to permanently turn off the tss? Unplugging it just gives you a permanent “check engine light”, turning it off yourself has to be done every time you start the engine.

[@RobMotive]

You can deactivate many if not all of the features.

[@christophermartinez5314]

Excellent video

[@RobMotive]

Thanks 👍

[@kevin.waldron]

This should be a big help. Thanks man. I ran into an instance where my truck is lifted 3 inches and my windshield broke. Took it to Safelite to get it replaced and he cleared my calibration. Then when he went to recalibrate he couldn't get anything to line up. So now I've been driving around for 8 months with no calibration. Which turns off all my safety features AND I have no cruise control. I can't view any info on my dash because I have 3 error messages that appear as fast as I can delete them. So HOPEFULLY putting a few washers on the bottom of the sensor will get it to where they can calibrate it. How many washers do you think I'd need?

[@RobMotive]

Should take care of it. Shouldn’t need many. In essence you’re just trying to point it where it originally was - that btw is the calibration 👍

[@kevin.waldron]

@@RobMotive oh so you're saying if I angle the sensor it'll calibrate itself? Because the kid at Safelite told me he cleared the calibration

[@RobMotive]

Disregard. I thought you were talking about the TSS sensor in the grille.

[@kevin.waldron]

@@RobMotive is the TSS sensor what operates the pre collision and lane departure? Or is it the camera

[@RobMotive]

They all work together.

[@collinbrez6965]

Hey Rob., Toyota will not recalibrate my sensors because I have a rough country lift and not a Toyota lift so they told me the specs they have are for the Toyota lift so they couldn’t do it what should I do?

[@RobMotive]

I’d ask them to put that in writing and tell them that if you’re involved in an accident and someone is killed that they refused solely because you didn’t buy Toyota’s lift. Also ask for the correct spelling of the name of the service manager refusing (you should have this conversation with the manager). It is a safety system after all….

[@collinbrez6965]

@@RobMotive they have 3 inch lifts the recalibration should be the same as there 3 inch lift correct?

[@RobMotive]

I wouldn’t know why not.

[@danielbolton6518]

What happens if you leave the sensor off

[@RobMotive]

The system won't work and you'll have lights lit up in the gauge cluster.

[@danielbolton6518]

@@RobMotivedoes it put the vehicle into limp mode or anything? I can deal with dash lights

[@RobMotive]

Not that I’m aware.

[@ts1265]

How tall is your lift?

[@RobMotive]

Have a look: kzbin.info/www/bejne/bYGqqJuLeqd_mqcsi=64Q_yS3o5YUWFUCy

[@mtnkat5324]

Good to know, just in case. Three more days til my lift!

[@RobMotive]

I bet you can’t wait!!👍👍

[@tonygreco9672]

Good morning Rob I watched the video on your lift for your red Tacoma. I'm thinking of going with that lift instead of the bilstein 6112s. I also talked to one of my local shops and they said I could do 5100s in the front and aal in the back. Any thoughts? Thanks again for all your help. Much appreciated!!

[@RobMotive]

Depends on the height you’re trying to achieve. 5100’s in the front will not yield a 3” lift. Unless you incorporate spacers of course🤔

[@tonygreco9672]

@@RobMotive 3 inch lift looks to be perfect

[@RobMotive]

Yup...best setup for the Tacoma IMO👍

[@sergeisuslov3859]

Good job! Good Friday!

[@RobMotive]

Thanks! Happy Friday👍

[@mishammer9698]

U could go on eBay or Amazon. To get a blue and black one. I saw it. It looks sweet

[@RobMotive]

Wonder if it’s compatible with the TSS system🤔

[@mishammer9698]

@@RobMotive not sure just look

[@FishermanATX]

Thankfully I don't have to deal with any of this on my 2nd gen 😁 Looks like a little pain.

[@RobMotive]

Yup!!!!😬

[@MrMarkbad]

On my Tundra if i turn the BSM or RCTA it fails. I have messed with my grill, but also lifted my truck a lot amongst other things. Possible this is an issue?

[@RobMotive]

It’s definitely possible.

[@lestercampos46]

The 2017 trd sport have a sensor on,thank you

[@RobMotive]

Huh?

[@michaelrennie5985]

2018 and up added the grill sensor on the Tacoma

[@aryhart8869]

How much lift? I recently bought an ‘18 with a 6” lift and 35’s. Have a pre-collision light, with “camera requires calibration” code. A auto glass clinic shop had no luck. A Toyota dealer said they’d take a shot at it. If successful=413.00 before tax. Which is absurd for a 30 minute task. So just wondering how tall your lift is and what year truck. Apparently 18’ was the first year of this “safety” sh&$

[@RobMotive]

My lift was 3.5” and it was a 2020.

[@JamesReedy]

Just take the grille off, it’s 5 minutes work…nothing could be easier.

[@MannyL-g3m]

Come on Toyota get ur 💩together.

[@gonzaloplas4255]

Muy Buen. Video en penske toyota Firestone y lakood Blvd me momovieron el ts sensor y me la dañaros esos necanicos de penske toyota son tarugos y nunca me ka quisieron reparar mi toyota tacoma trd sport 2018 hoy en 2023 tiene mi toyota tacoma 30235.miles y ahora segun ellos la fuel pump se daño y no quieren remplasarla quieren que pague.1500 dolares cuando en ebay hay fuel pump de 279 dolares y de 82 dolares y Esa fuel pump ellos se la pusieron De Uan Rico

[@RobMotive]

English please👍