What's Up with My TRAC OFF Light on a Toyota Highlander?

General Discussion
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That’s true! My friend ignored the problem and had to replace the entire ABS system. Talk about costly! So don’t overlook it.

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Does anyone know how to reset the TRAC OFF light? I would love to troubleshoot before getting to the mechanics.

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I think you can reset it by disconnecting the battery for a few minutes. But be cautious—if there’s a genuine issue, it’ll just come back on.

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Ha! That sounds like classic car troubleshooting. I’d try that…if I’m feeling brave!

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You should definitely feel brave! Just remember to check your engine codes if it doesn’t reset. Could save you a trip to the garage.

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Thanks for all the insights, everyone! This definitely gives me more perspective on what to look out for with the TRAC OFF light. I’ll be more vigilant about monitoring my Highlander’s performance.

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I’ve noticed my TRAC OFF light turns on unexpectedly sometimes after it rains. Is this normal?

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I had a similar issue! It turned out to be a faulty sensor on my Highlander. I would take it to a mechanic for a proper diagnosis.

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I once had the TRAC OFF light come on after hitting a pothole. I think the alignment got thrown off. Have you checked yours?

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Yes, I checked the alignment! It looks good, but thanks for the suggestion. I’ll have the sensors checked next.

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Sometimes the TRAC OFF light can indicate issues with the brake system, especially if it’s both on and the VSC light. Worth checking your brakes.

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I remember when my TRAC OFF light turned on just as I was going through a car wash! I thought I broke something. Turns out, it was just a temporary glitch.

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That’s funny! At least you can laugh about it now. Sometimes electronics do weird things for no reason!

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You might want to check your tire pressure too. If it’s off, it can trigger the TRAC OFF light unexpectedly.

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That’s a good point! I never thought about tire pressure affecting it. I’ll check that next.

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I’ve heard some folks say that disconnecting the battery for a few minutes can reset the electronics. Has anyone tried that with success?

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I haven’t tried it, but it sounds like a simple fix! I might give that a go if my light doesn’t turn off.

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My TRAC OFF light would flicker and then stay on during winter. It seemed like the cold affected some component. I live in a colder area; has anyone else experienced that?

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I live in a warmer area, so I haven’t seen that. But it makes sense if moisture gets in. Maybe check for corrosion?