How to Reset the Tire Pressure Light (TPMS) on a Ford Crown Victoria

Steps from the 2011 Ford Crown Victoria owner's manual.

  1. Turn the ignition off and leave the key in the ignition.
  2. Press and release the brake pedal.
  3. Cycle the ignition from off to on three times, ending in on, without starting the engine.
  4. Complete the entry steps 1–6 within 60 seconds to enter the reset mode.
  5. Train the sensors in clockwise order: left front, right front, right rear, then left rear.
  6. Hold the TPMS tool against the tire sidewall opposite the valve stem, with the tool arrow pointing toward the rim.
  7. Press and release the activation button until the horn sounds once within about 10 seconds.

Source: 2011 Ford Crown Victoria owner's manual, PDF pages 277, 278, 280. Steps are summarized in our own words (AI-assisted, checked against the cited pages 2026-10-18). Other model years can differ; your manual has the final word.

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