Toyota Sewing Machine Error Codes + troubleshooting

If you are a Toyota sewing machine user and are looking for information about Toyota sewing machine error codes and their solutions, this is the right place for you.

We have compiled an entire list of Toyota sewing machine error codes and the countermeasures you can take to solve them.

Toyota sewing machine error code F1

Causes of the error:

The error code F1 appears when the motor of your Toyota sewing machine is overloaded.

For example, if you are sewing a fabric that is too thick for your sewing machine then the motor will get overloaded and you will see error code F1 displayed on the screen.

Solution:

Check if the fabric you are sewing is not too thick for your sewing machine. If it is then you should not sew it again. Use a high-powered sewing machine for it.

You should only sew the fabrics whose thickness is suitable for your machine.

Toyota sewing machine error code F2

Causes of the error:

The error code F2 appears when the presser foot of your sewing machine is raised but you start the machine using the foot controller or the start/stop buttons.

Solution:

First, you need to lower the presser foot lever of your sewing machine and then turn on the machine.

Toyota sewing machine error code F3

Causes of the error:

The error code F3 appears when you have selected a buttonhole stitch but the buttonhole lever has not been lowered to the buttonhole foot.

Solution:

First, lower the buttonhole lever to the buttonhole foot and then continue your operations.

Toyota sewing machine error code F4

Causes of the error:

The error code F4 appears when you have selected a stitch other than the buttonhole stitch. However, the buttonhole lever is still lowered and the buttonhole foot is also attached.

Solution:

You need to replace the presser foot and choose the one that is suitable for the type of stitch you want to make.

After that, raise the buttonhole lever and the error will go away.

Toyota sewing machine error code F5

Causes of the error:

The error code F5 appears when the sewing machine is running and you plug the foot controller connector into the jack.

As a result, the Toyota sewing machine suddenly stops working and shows error code F5 on the screen.

Solution:

Always stop the sewing machine before plugging the foot controller into the jack.

This way you will never get an error.

Toyota sewing machine error code F6

Causes of the error:

The error code F6 appears when the sewing machine is running and you unplug the foot controller connector from the jack.

As a result, the Toyota sewing machine suddenly stops working and shows error code F6 on the screen.

Solution:

Always stop the sewing machine before unplugging the foot controller connector from the jack.

This way you will never get an error.

Toyota sewing machine error code F7

Causes of the error:

The error code F7 is displayed when the sewing machine is running and the thread winding spindle is moved towards the right.

This results in the sudden stoppage of the sewing machine.

Solution:

Stop the sewing machine and then restore the winding spindle to its original position on the left side.

The error will go away.

Toyota sewing machine error code F8

Causes of the error:

The error code F8 is displayed when the bobbin is being wound and the thread winding spindle is moved to the left.

As a result, the sewing machine stops instantly and shows error code F8.

Solution:

Always stop the sewing machine and then move the thread winding spindle to avoid an error.

Toyota sewing machine error code F9

Causes of the error:

The error code F9 is displayed due to any of the following 4 reasons:

1. The foot controller is connected and you press the start/stop button to run the sewing machine.
2. The sewing machine is in OEKAKI mode, and you press the reverse sewing or start/stop button.
3. You have selected a buttonhole stitch but pressed the reverse sewing button.
4. You have pressed the reverse sewing or needle up/down button while the bobbin is being wound.

Solution:

Here are the countermeasures you can take to fix the error:

1. If you have connected a foot controller then use it to start the sewing machine. Avoid pressing the start/stop buttons while the foot controller is connected.
2. If you are in the OEKAKI mode, always use the foot controller only.
3. If you have selected buttonhole stitches, use the foot controller or start/stop button.
4. If you are winding the bobbin, use the foot controller or the start/stop buttons.

Toyota sewing machine error code P0 – P9 or PF

Causes of the error:

If you see any error code from P0 to P9 or PF then it means that you have performed an incorrect operation while the sewing machine was turned ON.

Solution:

Your sewing machine is in service mode now. Turn off the machine and then power it ON again to fix the error.

Toyota sewing machine error code E1 – E9

Causes of the error:

If you see any error code between E1 to E9 while using the Toyota sewing machine, it means that your machine has malfunctioned.

Solution:

Stop using your sewing machine immediately and contact the retailer.

Toyota sewing machine is not operating

Causes of the error:

If you are Toyota sewing machine is not operating, the following could be the 7 possible reasons behind it:

1. The power plug is not connected.
2. You have turned OFF the sewing machine from the main power switch.
3. There are threads tangled in the race.
4. The race has a broken needle.
5. The thread-winding spindle has slid to the right.
6. The presser foot lever is not lowered.
7. The foot controller is connected but you are pressing the start/stop button to run the sewing machine.

Solution:

Here are what actions to take:

1. First, make sure the power plug of your sewing machine is connected properly.
2. If the sewing machine is turned OFF from the main power switch then turn it ON.
3. Clean the race and make sure there are no tangled threads or broken needles in it.
4. Move the thread-winding spindle towards the left.
5. Make sure the presser foot is lowered before you run the machine.
6. If you have connected the foot controller then use it to run the machine and don’t press the start/stop buttons. If you don’t want to use the foot controller then disconnect it and now you can press the start/stop buttons to run the sewing machine.

Toyota sewing machine is making loud noises or working very slow

Causes of the error:

Your sewing machine is making loud noises or working slowly because there is a big chunk of dust or lint trapped in the hook or the feed dogs.

Solution:

Clean your sewing machine thoroughly and remove all the dust and lint.

Toyota sewing machine needle can’t be threaded

Causes of the error:

Here is why you cannot thread the needle of your sewing machine:

1. The needle is in the wrong position.
2. The needle is not installed properly.
3. The needle is damaged or bent.
4. The threader hook of the needle doesn’t pass through the eyes of the needle.

Solution:

1. Check if your needle is not bent or damaged.
2. Check if the needle is inserted correctly.
3. Raise the needle by pressing the needle up/down buttons.
4. Replace the needle.

The Toyota sewing machine needle keeps breaking

Causes of the error:

This is why your sewing machine needle breaks frequently:

1. You do not install the needle correctly.
2. The needle clamp screw is too loose.
3. The needle is too thin for the fabric you are sewing.
4. The upper thread tension is either too low or too high.
5. The position of the bobbin case is wrong.
6. The presser foot you have chosen doesn’t match the stitch you want to make.

Solution:

1. Make sure the needle is installed correctly.
2. Make sure the needle clamp screw is tightened.
3.  The needle should be strong and suitable for the fabric you are sewing.
4. Try adjusting the upper thread tension.
5. Make sure the bobbin case is in the correct position.
6. Use a presser foot that matches the stitch you want to make.

The Toyota sewing machine’s upper thread keeps breaking

Causes of the error:

1. The lower and upper threads are not threaded correctly.
2. The thread is tangled in the race or the bobbin case.
3. The thread is too thin compared to the thickness of the needle.
4. The upper thread tension is too low or too high.
5. The needle is damaged or bent.
6. The tip of the needle is worn out.
7. The needle is not installed correctly.
8. You are using an old and brittle thread.

Solution:

1. Make sure the lower and upper threads are threaded the right way.
2. Clean the lint from feeding dogs, hook, and the race.
3. The thickness of the thread should be suitable for the needle.
4. Try adjusting the upper thread tension.
5. Make sure the needle is installed correctly.
6. Use a new good-quality thread.

The Toyota sewing machine’s lower thread keeps breaking

Causes of the error:

It is because the lower thread is not threaded properly.

Solution:

Rethread the lower thread properly to solve the problem.

Toyota sewing machine needle making holes in the fabric

Causes of the error:

1. The thread you are using is too thin for the needle.
2. The thread you are using has a strong twist.
3. The upper thread keeps moving from behind the needle to the front.

This is why your machine does not make stitches and only creates holes in the fabric.

Solution:

1. Use a thread that is suitable for the thickness of your sewing needle.
2. Try setting the upper thread tension between -2 and -3.
3. Use the needle threader or pass the needle thread from the front to the back of the needle.
4. Change the thread.

Toyota sewing machine making loose stitches

Causes of the error:

The reason your Toyota sewing machine is making loose stitches that get easily pulled out is that you are not using the reverse stitches.

Another reason might be that the upper thread tension is not correct.

Solution:

Perform the reverse stitches.

Adjust the tension in the upper thread.

Toyota sewing machine lower thread is not taken up

Causes of the error:

This happens when the needle is bent or damaged or it is not installed correctly.

Solution:

Make sure the needle is correctly installed.

Replace the needle.

Toyota sewing machine fabric is not fed

Causes of the error:

1. This happens because the feed dog is lowered or there is lint trapped in the feed dog.
2. You have set the stitch length to 0.
3. You are sewing vinyl or synthetic leather in the sewing machine.

Solution:

1. Raise the feed dog by dropping the feed lever.
2. Clean the machine and remove all the lint from the race and the feed dog.
3. Adjust the stitch length.
4. Use a non-stick foot.

Toyota sewing machine speed not changing

Causes of the error:

It is because the machine is in the OEKAKI mode but you are using the foot controller to change the speed.

Solution:

When you are in the OEKAKI mode, always use the buttons on the operation panel for changing the speed setting.

Toyota sewing machine is skipping stitches

Causes of the error:

1. The needle is not correctly installed.
2. The needle is damaged or bent.
3. The thread and the needle are not suitable for the fabric.
4. The upper thread is incorrectly threaded.

Solution:

1. Install the needle correctly.
2. Change the needle.
3. Use a thread and needle suitable for the fabric.

Toyota sewing machine wrinkles or puckers the fabric

Causes of the error:

1. The upper thread tension is very high.
2. The lower and upper threads are not threaded properly.
3. The needle you are using is too thick for the fabric.
4. The needle is bent or damaged.
5. You are sewing a stretch fabric.

Solution:

1. If the upper thread tension is too high, try reducing it.
2. Make sure the lower and upper threads are threaded properly.
3. Use a needle that is fit for the fabric.
4. Change the needle.
5. If you are using a stretch fabric, use a ballpoint needle. OR use a feed that is suitable for stretch fabric.

Toyota sewing machine is showing too much lower thread on the right side of the fabric

Causes of the error:

1. You are using a metal bobbin.
2. You are not using a specifically designed bobbin.
3. The bobbin is incorrectly installed in the bobbin case.
4. The upper thread tension is too high.
5. The lower thread is not threaded properly.

Solution:

1. Use a bobbin that is specially designed.
2. Make sure the bobbin is correctly inserted into the bobbin case.
3. If the upper thread tension is too high, try reducing it.
4. Make sure the lower thread is threaded correctly.

Toyota sewing machine is showing too much upper thread on the wrong side of the fabric

Causes of the error:

1. The lower and upper threads are not threaded properly.
2. The upper thread tension is too low.
3.  The upper thread is not threaded properly.

Solution:

1. Make sure the upper and lower threads are threaded correctly.
2. If the upper thread tension is too low, try increasing or adjusting it.
3. Make sure the upper thread is threaded correctly.

Toyota sewing machine thread is entangled under the fabric

Causes of the error:

1. The thread has come outside the take-up lever.
2. The upper thread is wrongly threaded.
3. The lower thread has come outside the groove present in the bobbin case.

Solution:

1. First, raise the presser foot and then thread the sewing machine correctly.
2. Thread the lower thread correctly.