TSS Sensor Problems

I have a 2018 Tacoma with a pro style grill and a tss sensor garment from Amazon. I’ve been having issues with the pcs light coming on after 5-10 minutes of driving but before the light comes on it’s totally fine. Not sure what’s going on. I’ve tried using washers to level the sensor and make sure it’s centered but nothing seems to help. I bought the truck used and it already had the grill and a leveling kit on it. Any ideas?

 

I don’t have any personal experience w it, but have read the aftermarket garnish are usually suspect.

 

Yeah… So far I’m having to do trial and error with different garnishes. I’m not trying to fork over $400 for an OEM. I need some recommendations for a good aftermarket one if you have any.

 

Does it do it with the garnish removed?

 

So far, yes. The PCS light is coming on without the garnish on, but that’s without any washers added to change the angle. Does the sensor need to be pointed straight forward or should it be at a slight angle towards the ground? I’m not sure how these radar sensors should be angled. Also, do you know if it recalibrates itself after driving for a while?

 

There are some proven Amazon garnishes that haven’t popped codes that you might want to try. I’ve been running this one for over a year and never had a TSS issue.
TSS Garnish for Tacoma 2016-2023 TSS Sensor Garnish Cover TR D Pro Grille Sensor Cover Aftermarket Front Grill Radar Cover Garnish Plate Grill Insert for 3rd Gen Tacoma Accessories

$23 TSS Garnish for Tacoma 2016-2023 TSS Sensor Garnish Cover TR D Pro Grille Sensor Cover Aftermarket Front Grill Radar Cover Garnish Plate Grill Insert for 3rd Gen Tacoma Accessories

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08Z7562X9

 

Do you happen to have a lift or leveling kit on yours @TwinTaco31719? I’m thinking the leveling kit on my taco is really messing with it and causing the light to pop up.

 

I just checked mine earlier cause I was having issues my screw was loose. So the TSS sensor was flopping and hanging a little. Tightened it up and drove a bit hasn't come on since.

 

I believe that when you disconnect the negative battery terminal, it resets your computer and should give you a place to experiment on the angle if that is needed. Mine tells me it is shutting down when it rains, which it never does in the PNW, and then resets itself when it stops. Weird. I got mine from the Taco Garage.

 

Oh good point. No, mine is stock suspension.