Very Good budget Scan Tool for Toyota owners and Lexus owners

[@kaseypoon]

When I bought my '22 Corolla hatchback, I asked the dealer to enable the all windows down with key fob feature. He said nobody had ever asked for that, but he did it for free. However, he wouldn't disable the seatbelt chime because he said it was a safety issue. So I bought an OBDII ELM327 Bluetooth dongle & signed up for a 7-day free trial of Carista. I made all the changes I wanted & canceled before the free trial expired.

[@300zxturbo]

The seat belt chime is there for a reason. The dealer would be held liable if they disabled a safety feature.

[@barackblows1942]

My stealer, Advantage River Oaks Toyota in Calumet City, Illinois, wants $150.00 to program my windows to roll down and the moon roof to open using my remote. I told them no thanks. Now I see that you can do it in 5-minutes. What a scam, I hate stealers. I spent over $36k on a new 2021 RAV4 Limited and they’re too cheap to program the windows for me.💩

[@TheCarCareNut]

That is ridiculous! Most dealership in your area would do this for free, especially the selling dealership!

[@saqibkhan2908]

The dealerships are nothing but scams ripoffs

[@RobS123]

I asked my local dealer about enabling the All Windows Down feature on my 2022 4Runner when I had it in for an oil change. They quoted me over $100! Carista is well worth it! Too bad we can't enable Remote Start.

[@bobbrewer5182]

I bought this device last year, here in Australia, it is fantastic for what it does.

[@pawelz8072]

I have been using Carista dongle for some time now to service couple Audi vehicles as well as my two Lexus vehicles. I find it very useful when I need to disengage E Brake on Audis when replacing rear pads.

[@michaelnash2202]

I just received it, and I was able to customize my 15 Camry... I wanted to do this a long time ago ❤️. Thanks AMD for sharing this good product with us.

[@TheCarCareNut]

Glad it worked good Michael!

[@MuhammadIsmail-tr1hu]

I baught this and it is Awesome. It was unable to read Airbag codes for my JDM Toyota Prius 2016. Even after sending them the debug data they could not figure it out. A free android app using Carista was able to read them. Awesome Customizations and happy with what I get for the price.

[@fransb8543]

Thanks dude, as a recent convert to the Lexus brand, I've watched a lot of your videos and I really appreciate your efforts.

[@ChrisWilliams-pu8pj]

I did not expect as quick a response to question on scanners. Thank you!

[@mattb9664]

I was going to get one of these when my parents visited, then tweak my 4R (enable my rear window roll-down, etc), my wife's car and my parents car all in the same day.

[@damiangrouse4564]

IMO, the “open window” mode is disabled because of carjacking danger. I myself set my aftermarket alarm to only open the driver door when I press once and all when I press twice fast. If someone is waiting in ambush it gives me a chance.

[@stephendibari5010]

Thanks ! If I get this I’ll go for the yearly subscription for less than $5 a month. I have the same scan tool that you showed in the first few minutes. It’s a basic one that just gives codes but this is so much more

[@buckeye43210]

Carista now offers a lifetime access subscription for $89.99

[@spacemaster5206]

No thank you

[@keystonecop2005]

Not on their website any more. They only offer Yearly or monthly.

[@pghturbo88]

I have a second set of rims for my 2017 Avalon Limited with non-cloned TPMS sensors, so I need to be able to change ID's with summer and winter tire changeovers. For a number of years now I have successfully used the ATEQ Quickset TPMS ID tool for tire changeovers on my 2009 Accord and 2010 Corolla. The Quickset says that it also covers my 2017 Avalon, but it does not work for me, and repeated conversations with ATEQ customer service was unable to resolve. My Foxwell Elite 510 scan tool with Toyota software was also supposed to support TPMS ID registration, but it does not have that function for my 2017 Avalon. I found the Carista tool and have been using that (paying the monthly fee when I do a tire rim swap) and it does work perfectly for TPMS IDs. I am hoping eventually that Foxwell or ATEQ will resolve the TPMS ID issues for my Avalon, but until then, I have a reliable way to do it with the Carista dongle and app.

[@LAactor]

Next time save the hassle and get a tpms sensor that clones the existing ID in the factory ones and bam, switch and the car doesn't know any difference.

[@chrisatx6303]

Bought FIX’D and so far it’s been awesome. I’m not sure if it does everything the product your reviewing does but hope it does. I didn’t know they had different brands with different features. Should have done my homework before I purchased. But so far happy with FIX’D, paid 69 bucks for the yearly subscription. Let’s see if it worth the money.

[@spacemaster5206]

Actually that's too much for those functions

[@GrandHuevotes]

i just used that on my 2021 Lexus ES hybrid. like literally the other day. used it for customizing options, blinkers etc

[@chrisbaty3824]

What did you do to your blinkers? Curious!

[@iluvphysio]

@@chrisbaty3824 I think he added fluid.

[@woodstream6137]

@@iluvphysio 😆

[@robertweber3140]

Most impressive, even if it takes awhile for the diagnostic. Thanks for sharing AMD!

[@theluckystrike6371]

I just wanted to say thank you sir, your dedication to the subscribers is amazing.!!! I’ve just recently purchased a 2021 Toyota 4Runner that I’m sure to have a question about sooner or later. You get a 👍🏻’s up from me on every single video.!!!! 🙂

[@thetechlibrarian]

Oh man I just noticed you have a coupon code for this I have been for a few months now and just never got around to it perfect time and with the stimulus check hitting today I will definitely be using your code

[@joychung3639]

another the cons is the company need to upgrade the microchip inside the dongle. the time u need to wait for each menu to appear is long. it really affect between great buy and ok buy.

[@browneyes2674]

Hello AMD. I hope you are well. I love watching your videos, always a thumbs up. Peace from the UK

[@matthewcacace6804]

You're the best Ahmed! Thanks for the review, very helpful tool.

[@TheCarCareNut]

Thank you Mathew!

[@mikechiodetti4482]

Nice tool! I have a Matco MaxMe which I have not plugged into my 2020 RAV4. One day soon I'll try it.

[@ghostridertom]

Got it and just turned off the artificial augmented sound in GR YARIS :-) Love it. Stays off after one deactivation so really a great way for someone hating the speaker augmented sound :-). GR YARIS is a great machine, sadly no GR YARIS in the US market :-( Usually, it is another way around.

[@TheCarCareNut]

😠 we get the Mazda 2 Yaris and you get the awesome GR.... J/k beautiful car you have. Wish we can get it stateside one day.

[@ghostridertom]

@@TheCarCareNut The HYPE is real, it really is a micro WRC car for the daily driving :-)

[@LacDole]

Wait what?? You can roll down the windows from your remote like Honda used to do until early 2010s!! Looks like a cool tool but I checked the customizations for my '16 Tacoma are very limited. You are right though, the TPMS program tool could be fun for my Mud / Road tires swap.

[@NMBSUMMER]

Dang, I was gonna buy the unit for my '15 Tundra just for the window down feature! I'm gonna email the company first thx!

[@junaidhassan6839]

I like this tool like you mentioned it pays for it self for the tpms programming I actually bought this tool since my tpms sender gone bad If they can mange to scan the tpms sensor that would be pretty awesome

[@ortiz73caify]

Thank you so much and God bless you for all the great information you get out to us.

[@johnfitbyfaithnet]

I clicked the link but didn't find the Carista....

[@mikeboyer1114]

Good vid. You got me excited, especially with the TPMS calibration but that’s not an enabled feature on the 2nd gen Tacoma :( I would have definitely looked into ordering one if you could do more than just scan codes.

[@anthonycolbourne4206]

8:10 That "open windows with long press" was activated on my 4Runner when I bought it, and within a week of owning the car, the windows were rolled down and the sunroof opened in the rain while I sat inside the house eating my breakfast. I was not impressed that just having the keys in my pocket would be enough to activate such a feature. And then there is no way to CLOSE the windows with the remote! You have to go outside in the rain and use the physical key in the door to close everything up again.

[@gwilli1754]

I had used the feature on a consistent basis for my Acura, which came with the feature, and probably the one thing that I miss of the TL. I never came across accidental opening, yikes, that could be a total damage event if the car gets flooded!!! Thanks for sharing, makes sense why Toyota opted out of activating the feature!!!

[@TheTaschLane]

Show idea: Would you do a show about Toyota & Lexus memory seats? Maybe this tool could enable the memory seat function, yes I found a secondhand 1/2/set controller box? My wife is 4’10.5” and I am 6’ tall. We currently have memory seats in our 2004 RX 330 and 2015 Highlander. We are now spoiled and have decided to insist on memory seats in our next vehicles. Unfortunately, Toyota Lexus do not offer memory seat options in the Corolla, Camry, or lower end Lexus. Thank you for your hard work and great information!!!

[@bigrockk2980]

That is impressive!, I currently use a dongle from Launch but this one is far more capable! Thanks AMD!

[@entasis.fifty-four]

I initially purchased the dongle a couple of years back after reading that they would be making advanced features about a vehicle I own and that I could sign-up for their beta program. I signed up for their beta on my brand and vehicle. Well over a year later they sent me an email that they were raising the annual subscription prices, but that I could keep the old pricing if I subscribed to their annual plan. I didn’t because they never delivered on the advanced features for my vehicle in their program. After they raised the annual subscription prices they also released the advanced features for my vehicle and I lost out on their old pricing model. To date it sits on my desk as a reminder never to purchase crap again.

[@shaozepan7676]

I just bought a techstream cable and called it a day

[@johnfitbyfaithnet]

Crooks!

[@Jezzzero]

Can I purchase it from you please?

[@YukonHawk1]

@@shaozepan7676 are you able to program the windows to go up by pressing the remote using Techstream?

[@Yoknapataphaw]

Sell it to that guy in the comment.

[@megahurts2]

Ohh thats a tempting to use tool, though I'm so use to using Torque with a BlueTooth OBD2 Adapter. I will say the customize options are super rad though.

[@r.m.s.605]

You are awesome!!! Thank you for all your great advice!

[@rondhole]

For hybrid, Dr. prius does way more than carista software. And it is free. For non hybtid, Torque has much more option too and much cheaper too

[@PattyKuluCakes]

I used Carista to turn off my Prius’ reverse beeper.

[@shaneanderson1036]

my 2005 toyota reverse beeper drives us crazy !! wish this unit would work on it but it won’t

[@scott_meyer]

Same here. One beep is much better than continuous beeping.

[@scott_meyer]

I used Carista to disable the infernal reverse beeping on my Prius.

[@carraldo]

The 2021 Rav4 can store 2 wheel sets. So they have to be initialized just once, which seems less complicated than via this dongle and app.

[@johnbloxham9028]

As just a car owner, I will not pay for a monthly subscription. That is nuts. They should just charge a proper amount up front to keep them going

[@michaelcorvin4330]

You sold me at disabling the seat belt warning chimes. Thanks for the suggestion!

[@spiralnapkin]

Did you know there's another way to disable those chimes and its free? Just wear your seat belt.

[@michaelcorvin4330]

@@spiralnapkin Gee, thanks Mother 🙄

[@kumara5492]

@@michaelcorvin4330 lol

[@Elt31987]

I'd be extremely interested in your opinion on Dr. Prius. Myself and others have used this to test the traction battery life expectancy. How accurate do you think it is and do you at the dealership have a way of testing it's life expectancy?

[@TheCarCareNut]

I haven’t had much time with Dr Prius to have an opinion on it. But I will say that there’s no 100% accurate way of testing the hybrid battery. Short of load testing each cell which is not feasible

[@vapeking466]

The monthly fee is not ideal. Whats the best least expensive unit that does what your does or close.

[@kiwiasian]

I got this to pair a new TPMS on the Lexus, then I saw all the customizations possible - wow!

[@LAKane-mc9ng]

I don't see this in the scan tools you recommend in your Amazon store link. Does that mean it's no longer available, you no longer recommend it, or ?

[@mikee5076]

cool deal.... reminds me of the autel scan tool with features... here i am with Snap On Verus Pro D10 for personal use.

[@tomb.8485]

Can I program my 2021 RAV4 gas model so the engine doesn’t turn off every time I am stopped at a stop light without hitting the override button each time The car is started? Oh and thank you for this and all your videos.

[@TheCarCareNut]

Hi Tom, so unfortunately that can’t be programmed. Carista has access to the provided customization features from Toyota not their own. The auto start stop is an emissions device and can’t be disabled officially through Toyota.

[@barackblows1942]

Tom B, What model do you have? I have a 2021 Limited AWD and it doesn’t have the start-stop. If it did, then I would have bought something else.

[@timothymroberts2949]

The auto start/stop feature on select Toyota vehicles is an innovative feature that lets you run more efficiently. It works by stopping your engine while your vehicle is stopped, and it starts things up when you're ready to hit the gas. It's effective at reducing waste related to engine idling, and many drivers enjoy its benefits. In the situation where you don't want auto start/stop to be active, disabling the system is simple. To the left of your steering wheel, you'll see an "Off" button. Simply press that button at any point after you've turned on the engine to disable the auto start/stop feature. This will let you keep your engine on, even during long red lights. You may want it to stay on so that you can maintain a cool climate by constantly running the air conditioner, or you may want your engine to continue to run because you need the power to haul a trailer. Once you've pushed the "Off" button, the system will remain off for the duration of the ignition cycle. At any point, you can reactive it by pressing the button again. When you restart your vehicle, everything will go back to the default setting in which the auto start/stop feature is active. Note that there are certain conditions in which the auto start/stop feature will not engage. This includes when you've set your air conditioner to MAX, you're on a very steep include, you've selected power or snow mode, your steering wheel is turned away from center, your battery only has a low charge, you're in stop-and-go traffic, or your fluids are at high temperatures.

[@JSTODDARDJ]

sold. been waiting for someting like this

[@RADIORUNNER1966]

Thanks for this sir , very much appreciated for my 2019 Rav4

[@jaws10278]

Used this before. Lost the little unit. But its an amazing little gadget!

[@moose354]

More great DIY information. AMD, thanks for posting.

[@ranjah007]

Would have been nice if they provided the transmission temperature as well 😊. Great review

[@yactabay]

I finally was able to get an Innova scanner with transmission temperature reading. Not all Innovas do it, only the higher priced ones. I got it in a trade for something I paid much less for. What makes a simple reading of what a temperature sensor is measuring so difficult that the price has to increase by so much? I can’t understand.

[@Fred-kr5fs]

@@yactabay What model number is your Innova scanner that reads transmission temperature?

[@yactabay]

@@Fred-kr5fs Model number is 5160 RS and sorry I answered so late. I just figured out how to see what replies I’ve had. Not sure if I’ve figured out how to get notified automatically. I did at one time. Now not sure if I got it right now until the next reply.

[@Fred-kr5fs]

@@yactabay Andres Diaz Thank you .

[@yactabay]

@@Fred-kr5fs YW

[@speed8701]

TPMS programmer for all vehicles cost $150.00 flat. As for the other features this thing does with a monthly fee for a tool you'll only need to use once to change settings you like I can't see paying for it for the rest of your life. Not for me.

[@CajunShrek]

How does it stack up to the blue driver? Blue driver is free to use with customer support. Dongle is updated through the phone too

[@geriscape]

See my comments (above in the thread) where I explicitly compare the Carista to the Blue Driver OBD reader/app.

[@TheCarCareNut]

I haven’t tested blue driver yet

[@redwine1671]

Thank you as always, amazing content, very very useful information!

[@English4MD]

Top man. Greetings from the UK.

[@cj1608]

After a little bit of follow up oh, I see it's made in America. This matters to me, as it might matter to you as well.

[@barackblows1942]

The car is made in Japan but you’re worried about the stupid scan tool. 🤪

[@cj1608]

@@barackblows1942 China is our problem, not Japan🙄 Btw, are you sure both my Toyotas weren't made in Indiana?

[@jamram9924]

One major issue most Americans fail to grasp, China builds quantity where Japan builds quality. Why? China has over 1 billion people to feed and they’re controlled by the CCP.

[@petek3872]

@@cj1608 US-built Toyotas contain a higher percentage of US parts than most "US" vehicle brands.

[@craigiefconcert6493]

I’ve got a 2006 Camry. I so t got no blindspot, smart key, lame keep assist, microwave glovebox, ejection seats, self inflating tires, stop-start, start-stop, stop-stop, start-stop-start! Ooh! Can you disable the driver belt warning??? Sold!!

[@vinniekeller6120]

Great Timing ... I was going to ask which scan tools you would recommend for a Toyota Hybrid owner.

[@DUNGSTA]

Did you even watch the video?

[@rondhole]

Dr. Prius, much cheaper apps and does much more than carista apps. Works with carista dongle

[@woodstream6137]

@@rondhole I'll have to check that one out. I was going to buy this and then subscribe on an as needed basis. I don't need it often.

[@rondhole]

@@woodstream6137 Torque Pro from many source code source are free and can do many things. But Carista apps are very useful for older Toyota that may need scantool for reprogram TPMS. Other small stuff like beeping in reverse, beep or light on when key lock/unlock, hybrid battery condition (voltage and internal resistance), etc. are free in Dr. Prius. Those are the most interesting part of how Dr. Prius works great on Carista.

[@MissusDoge]

Thanks again for another great video. I was looking for something that could program TPMS IDs for E210 Corollas and this seems to fit the bill nicely.

[@N7492]

Question: Will the tool allow you to reprogram a new car key? ($400+ at the dealer!)

[@TheCarCareNut]

Hi! Unfortunately this one is not capable of programming keys. Most the cost at the dealership is the key itself

[@flagmichael]

@@TheCarCareNut This is also a possibility for a future video - key programming and the many gotchas in that. I bought a second fob for our used 2010 Prius from an online source I had used with no problems, but the fob would not program. The second dealer mentioned it may have been programmed to another car before; they apparently are single use fobs. In the end I bought a fob at the dealer, which included programming. At least it worked and was not much more than the online source plus local programming.

[@TheCarCareNut]

@flagmichael that is the million dollar question and one that embarrassingly an alarming number of dealership get wrong. No Toyota smart key is single use. When you program the key to a car, the car ID gets written on the key for security. However if you do a smart code reset or also called reseeding the immobilizer with the key in proximity of the car, it will actually rewrite the car ID in the key. The smart code reset is what’s used when you lose all keys. This cannot be done without an active techstream from the dealership or through Toyota because it leaves a paperwork trail to prevent theft. But there’s another catch. Some dealerships charge more to reset the smart code than what it costs to buy and program a new key.. go figure

[@Josh-b3c]

I bought one of those the first day I got my new truck

[@chuckasarus]

I just bought one for my 2018 Toyota 4Runner. I had no luck with this scanner.

[@nanachnanach7643]

Hi how long does it take for Toyotas cumputers to learn the driving of the owner and is Toyota the only one with this or others also have this learning like Honda and.........

[@TheCarCareNut]

Hi! Most manufacturers have adaptive transmissions. Toyota usually takes a week or two to fully learn.

[@nanachnanach7643]

@@TheCarCareNut thanks for answering but what about the engine I know when u change a battery in a Toyota it goes crazy for a while do other companies also have it engine learning thanx?

[@TheCarCareNut]

Usually with Toyota the idle will relearn when you disconnect the battery.

[@fentonpainter5275]

I wish they would auto stop/start disable. Is there a way to do that through software? The only thing I dislike about RAV4. You can get a special switch harness to do this. around $40.

[@scottbarrett4753]

I would gladly pay $100 for that. LOL.

[@chopwork8576]

Thanks for posting this!!!

[@gerry5481]

Question please. I’m looking for this item on your Amazon store and I can’t find it? Also I went to the website and I don’t see the Tpms sensors under the advanced tab? Is it no longer supported?

[@DVDIT]

I can't find it on your Amazon Store either.

[@TheKevinFanClub526]

That customization. I'm sold.

[@jhill4071]

Regarding a 2017 Toyota Camry Hybrid. So you plug the dongle in, turn on the car (push the start button once) and wait for the down load data to be completely processed by the Carista software in the iPhone. How long can one leave the power on before that tiny 12v battery in the trunk gets upset.

[@TheCarCareNut]

Hi! You can actually start the car and connect it to the car as well.

[@jorgedesousa8361]

This device is useful if you replace the factory radio with an aftermarket unit and loose all the settings capabilities.

[@TheCarCareNut]

Very true!

[@charliekilo3]

Worthless for TPMS service on my 2011 Avalon Limited but thanks for the informative video.

[@BowhuntingwithB]

I own the cheap 20 or 30 dollar AUTEL,plus I higher end one that cost me around 400 bucks, plus a blue driver which runs like 100-120. The blue driver is my favorite although the cheap AUTEL is impressive for the price. The expensive one (Innova 5610 2022 model) is very disappointing. Doesn’t really do any more on my 2 Toyotas than the blue driver. The blue driver has NO subscriptions, and it’s pretty fast. I say get the blue driver of these 3. To be fair I don’t have the one he tests in this video, but the subscription thing really turns me off. I get updates for free on all mine.

[@pongkham143]

Does the Blue Driver scan for all Toyota Tundra including older model

[@BowhuntingwithB]

@@pongkham143 - yes the blue driver will scan any OBD2

[@mckoylach1622]

Does this OBD2 device come with instructions of how to used ? If someone like me,trying to use this tool,without any knowledge of how it works,but accidentally press on something or select something unsure of,and shut the system down, I will be in deep deep trouble.

[@TheCarCareNut]

Hi! the customizations are reversible and won’t cause damage. Just take a picture of the option your changing so if you change something and you don’t like it, you can know which one you changed to change it back

[@mckoylach1622]

@@TheCarCareNut thank you

[@edwagman]

A discount code is mentioned, to be located in the comments section. I looked but did not find a code. Can you be more specific what the code is, for use when ordering on the Carista web site?

[@HaniAbusido]

Hi , i like to watch your videos, it’s very helpful I want to ask it this unit works with Toyota Aurion 2015 V6, I’m live in middleast.

[@TheCarCareNut]

Hi! I would head over to Carista website to verify compatibility and see which features work

[@mullvadenbengt2859]

Is not Auris sold in the US but named Corolla? In microcat or if it's in techstream Auris is called Auris/Corolla

[@Adventurecruiser805]

Does this scanner tell me my 2015 Camry transmission temperature for when I change the oil?

[@TheCarCareNut]

Hi! Unfortunately this scanner doesn’t show live data so it doesn’t the transmission temperature

[@starzztop]

I have the Innova 3160RS pro and it does have live data and shows transmission temperature.

[@starzztop]

@@TheCarCareNut the Innova 3160RS Pro has live data and also shows transmission temperature for oil changes such as drain and fill.

[@mamokillo6298]

1998 Toyota camry 4 cylinder the A/C switch lamp blinks continuously and the A/C is not functioning for the first half an hour drive and start to work the rest of my trip. Could this be electrical or mechanical problem?

[@TheCarCareNut]

Hi! First I would do is replace the compressor magnetic clutch relay and see if this takes care of it

[@nanachnanach7643]

I test drove a Honda Accord 2021 and the breaks were much much sharper and responsev then my 2021 Camry (the more I drive my camry the more responsiv the breaks are getting

[@EthanTweedie]

This is so cool! Thank you AMD

[@dont4143]

How about a Scan Tool for us guys who do not have one of those hand held computers. I have two Toyotas and really need a Scan Tool. Can you help me find one that does not need :"apps" and a phone thing? Thanks for all your videos.

[@TheCarCareNut]

Hi! They’ll be more expensive I did a review for the D7

[@seanfoley9055]

Thanks as always, I am bummed to,it does not work with fj cruiser

[@vikassawhney6530]

Hi i just ordered the carrista i have a 2013 camry where i just replaced 2 tire pressure sensors. The parts are already in the car will this pickup the new sensor id and allow me to reprogram with the obd2 connector. I don’t have the new sensor id recorded. Ideally i don’t want to dismount the tire again

[@jeffsmith3240]

Perhaps also suggest Torque App which can be free (trial) or Pro for a small single one off cost (when I purchased it). Works well with toyota and lexus with selected PID option.

[@johnfitbyfaithnet]

Do you use the Carista with Dr prius?

[@jeffsmith3240]

@@johnfitbyfaithnet no

[@andriychuprov3044]

Good day AMD! I have bought this scanner from your Amazon store. It did most of changes I wanted to make to my 2021 Rav4 Limited. But there is one thing that drives us(my family) crazy! And I hope that you can lead me in the right direction. Every time any door is closed with engine running and smart key is outside the car it beeps 8 times. So when we bring our daughter to school I step out of the car, close my drivers door - it beeps 8 times, I open the rear drivers side door to get her backpack, close the door - it beeps 8 times, my wife leaves the vehicle briefly to get our child out, she closes the passengers door - it beeps 8 times, she closes the passengers side back door after getting our child out - it beeps 8 times. I think you got by this point what am I after! Is there any way how to stop that beeping? Thanks!

[@TheCarCareNut]

Hi! Unfortunately that one is super annoying and has no solution other than leaving the key in the car.

[@andriychuprov3044]

@@TheCarCareNut thank you!

[@DejNtab]

It's really stupid to order a system and paying monthly fees! TOTALLY RIDICULOUS!

[@GR3YD3ATH]

@The Car Care Nut will turning off the seat occupied alarm also turn off the airbag? Also, saw the headlight on DING option. mine has the auto off and I run my lights day and night. Sold.

[@TheCarCareNut]

Hi! Turning off the seat belt warning does not turn off the air bag. You can do the same for the drivers seat and rear seats for models equipped.

[@GR3YD3ATH]

@@TheCarCareNut Thanks

[@jmer3536]

Thank you for this recommendation. I think I will get it in the future. I wish I knew about this before I recently bought a newer bluetooth OBDII adaptor. What is your opinion on the TORQUE app if you have not mentioned it in a video yet.

[@TheCarCareNut]

Hi! I don’t have much experience with the torque app but I am looking into it

[@jmer3536]

@@TheCarCareNut Thank You SIr

[@tomschmidt381]

Clever device. I did not see any audio options. We are not interested in using Entune so have never created an account. Each time we turn on the car (2020 Corolla) get a firmware update nag screen. The screen cannot be permanently disabled so we have to do it each time we start the car. I find it annoying to spend thousands of dollars for a car and have to deal with advertising.

[@TheCarCareNut]

Hi! Is the screen that comes up is asking for an update?

[@tomschmidt381]

@@TheCarCareNut Correct, says need Entune to update. There are a couple of options but none to dismiss it permanently.

[@TheCarCareNut]

I would open the app create the account which is free then download the update and install it then delete the app. Unfortunately that’s the only way

[@tomschmidt381]

@@TheCarCareNut Thanks for researching this. Unfortunately both our phones (Moto E) are low on system memory so we cannot install new apps. That is annoying because the MicroSD card has lots of room but most stuff cannot be moved to it. So fixing they annoying Toyota feature will need to wait until we replace the phones.

[@peterf4719]

Can you program 2 sets of TPMS sensors in a 2022 Lexus UX250H? I have 2 sets of rims winter and all season both with original Lexus sensors.

[@mikekmalick]

My 1st gen Tundra it only supports basic ODBII code management

[@masteryongable]

I bought Carista after watching your video to reprogram my new tpms sensors. But there is no TPMS option for my 2012 Prius.

[@dave841084]

Hi again . Will the customization settings void my 2021 warranty? I mean, removing some dings, alerts or changing windows settings… seatbelt alerts… will this type of modification void my Toyota warranty? If I take it for the “free” oil changes during the warranty period

[@TheCarCareNut]

Hi! It won’t void your warranty as these are customizations allowed by Toyota

[@RM.....]

Ugh. I was already to buy it for mr 17 Tundra. But it doesn’t support tpms on tundra. :/

[@flagmichael]

At least you know now.

[@kumara5492]

Hello Sir, your videos are very informative. I am planning to purchase Carista after watching this video. My concern is, will it detect the problem on my Toyota Prius V 2013 ( 190,000 miles) that throws overheat sign comes on for few seconds and goes off, after 15 to 20 minutes of driving. To be more precise, ( I think) , the overheat sign stays on during the period when thermostat opens and coolant circulates gushing into the reservoir tank. I recently changed Thermostat ( aftermarket thermostat) and got the coolant flushed at the dealer so that it shouldn't have any air in the cooling system. Could it be that Coolant Temperature sensor is misreading the temperature. I really appreciate your reply. Thank you.

[@TheCarCareNut]

Hi! Carista can’t view live data which you might need to access to see what’s going on with your Prius. If there are not trouble codes you will need to see what’s happening with the coolant temp reading when the light comes on

[@kumara5492]

@@TheCarCareNut Can you please recommend any other scan tool that reads live data so that I can know if the overheat sign is due to faulty coolant temperature sensor or aftermarket thermostat or blown head gasket in it's initial stage assuming there's no air in the coolant system after driving in this condition for six months ( system might have self burped the air from the coolant system).

[@TheCarCareNut]

I haven’t tried it personally but many viewers spoken highly of blue driver on data reading

[@michelledonovan2268]

AMD I’m getting a tuneup on my 2014 Toyota Prius so I’m bringing my own spark plugs purchased from the dealership so I was told I also needed to replace the boot/coil to complete a tuneup DOES that sound right? PLZ help

[@TheCarCareNut]

Hi Michelle. If the boot is not missing from the coils I wouldn’t replace them. Just the spark plugs and call it a day. How much are they charging for the boot replacement?

[@michelledonovan2268]

I’m taking it Tuesday so as soon as I find I’ll let you know.👍🏽

[@michelledonovan2268]

Your so awesome AMD!

[@petek3872]

Take a look at his maintenance video about spark plugs. The boot under the ignition coil seals out moisture and dirt, and it is not a maintenance item unless damaged; the ignition coils are only replaced if malfunctioning. Replacing the spark plugs on the Generation-3 Prius is not difficult, but the "cowl" must be removed, as noted in the spark plug video, which takes a little time.

[@michelledonovan2268]

@@petek3872 thank you💕💜

[@ccasi1019]

Hello can I fix the abs and vsc warning lights on 2007 Toyota Prius the rear brakes doesn’t work the scan tool can calibrate the brakes system I’m need help thank you

[@damon323]

Hello my friend! I have a very specific question that could help a lot of Toyota/Lexus owners, and I’m willing to pay you just to confirm it can be done. But it has to be with Techstream dealer level. Not TechStream lite. 2015-2018 Lexus owners(Toyota too I’m sure) just had Enform services shut down in October. I didn’t care about being able to remote start from the stupid smartphone app…but I did from my remote key fob. Even to remote start from the key fob, you had to subscribe to Enform. It is now shut down. What I need to know specifically, can TechStream re-enable remote start with my key fob. I wouldn’t have this problem if I kept my Enform subscription till the end of October, but my credit card expired and forgot to update it. My wife kept it till they shut down Enform services, and she can still remote start with her key fob. It was basically left enabled. I believe dealer level Techstream can re-enable this in my 2016 RX450h. Is there anyway you can look in to this? I will be happy to donate for your time

[@aseaninvest2389]

Thanks for the video! Could you please make a video on how to choose the right bulbs/LEDs for Toyota. I want to replace the fog lights and turn signals with LEDs in my 2020 Rav4 hybrid. Could you please discuss this topic? What to look at, how to choose, how to install correctly and not damage the electronics? In particular, the question is, is it possible to put daytime lights from the RAV4 prime on the Rav4 hybrid? Thank you very much!

[@samlc69]

Will doing any of this void your Toyota warranty in any way? Thanks for everything you do!!

[@TheCarCareNut]

Hi! Not it won’t. You’re changing settings that Toyota allows to be changed.