2014 TOYOTA AVALON Recalls (3)

Campaign:
14V576000 on 09/18/2014
Component:
Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Manufactured:
04/28/2014 - 07/23/2014
Affected:
15,872
Defect:
Toyota motor engineering & manufacturing (toyota) is recalling certain model year 2014 toyota avalon, camry, sienna, and highlander and model year 2015 lexus rx350 vehicles. fuel may leak from the one of the fuel delivery pipes in the engine compartment.
Consequence:
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Correction:
Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace any of the suspect fuel delivery pipes free of charge. the recall began november 17, 2014. owners may contact toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331.
Notes:
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Campaign:
14V715000 on 11/06/2014
Component:
Suspension:front:control arm:lower arm
Manufactured:
09/02/2014 - 09/14/2014
Affected:
5,650
Defect:
Toyota motor engineering & manufacturing (toyota) is recalling certain model year 2014 toyota camry, camry hv, avalon, and avalon hv vehicles equipped with 16-inch and 17-inch rims. in the affected vehicles, the left-side front suspension lower arm may have been incorrectly manufactured. as a result, the left side lower arm may not have enough clamping surface area for one of the bolts that secures the lower arm to the lower ball joint.
Consequence:
Because of the insufficient clamping force, the lower arm may separate from the ball joint, increasing the risk of a crash.
Correction:
Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the left side lower arm, free of charge. the recall began on december 12, 2014. owners may contact toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331.
Notes:
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Campaign:
15V728000 on 11/02/2015
Component:
Forward collision avoidance: crash imminent braking
Manufactured:
10/18/2012 - 10/26/2015
Affected:
30,812
Defect:
Toyota motor engineering & manufacturing (toyota) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 avalon and avalon hybrid vehicles manufactured october 19, 2012 to october 27, 2015 and 2013-2015 lexus es350 and es300h vehicles manufactured june 18, 2012 to july 6, 2015. the affected vehicles are equipped with a pre-collision system (pcs) as optional equipment. in these vehicles, the pcs may unexpectedly activate and apply the brakes when the radar detects a steel joint or plate in the roadway as an object.
Consequence:
A vehicle that unexpectedly brakes increases the risk of a crash.
Correction:
Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace certain pcs components, free of charge. the recall began on july 28, 2016. owners may contact toyota at 1-888-270-9371. toyota's numbers for this campaign are f1v and f2e.
Notes:
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

2014 TOYOTA AVALON TSBs (297)

Bulletin:
TTT-0272-13
Component:
050000 parking brake
Summary:
Toyota: there is an issue with the parking brake adjustment condition at both or one rear wheels. model 2014 camry, camry hv, avalon, avalon hv. *pe
Bulletin:
PSD-TC-14-019
Component:
118000 electrical system: software
Summary:
Toyota: see document search button for owner letter. due to an unplanned expiration of mobile identification number/mobile directory number, in some vehicles, the safety connect system has become disabled and needs reprogramming.
Bulletin:
TC-14-015
Component:
220000 seats
Summary:
Toyota: see document search button for owner letter. driver & passenger front seat back board, on some vehicles, can become loose & then separate from seat assembly & needs repair. model 2013-2014 avalon, avalon hybrid. *pe
Bulletin:
T-SB-0005-13
Component:
353500 equipment:electrical:navigational system(global positioning system)
Summary:
Summary to be provided on a future date.
Bulletin:
T-SB-0032-14
Component:
021000 suspension:front
Summary:
Summary to be provided on a future date.
Bulletin:
T-SB-0033-14
Component:
353600 equipment:air conditioner
Summary:
Summary to be provided on a future date.
Bulletin:
T-SB-0046-14
Component:
090000 fuel system, other
Summary:
Summary to be provided on a future date.
Bulletin:
T-SB-0048-14
Component:
220000 seats
Summary:
Summary to be provided on a future date.
Bulletin:
T-SB-0187-12 R1
Component:
190000 tires
Summary:
Summary to be provided on a future date.
Bulletin:
T-TT-0234-13
Component:
353500 equipment:electrical:navigational system(global positioning system)
Summary:
Summary to be provided on a future date.
Bulletin:
T-TT-0262-13
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
Summary to be provided on a future date.
Bulletin:
T-TT-0272-13
Component:
030000 brakes (pws)
Summary:
Summary to be provided on a future date.
Bulletin:
T-TT-0272-13
Component:
050000 parking brake
Summary:
Summary to be provided on a future date.
Bulletin:
T-TT-0280-14
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Summary to be provided on a future date.
Bulletin:
T-TT-0288-14
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Summary to be provided on a future date.
Bulletin:
T-TT-0293-14
Component:
353500 equipment:electrical:navigational system(global positioning system)
Summary:
Summary to be provided on a future date.
Bulletin:
T-TT-0294-14
Component:
353600 equipment:air conditioner
Summary:
Summary to be provided on a future date.
Bulletin:
T-TT-0296-14
Component:
220000 seats
Summary:
Summary to be provided on a future date.
Bulletin:
T-SB-0006-13
Component:
353500 equipment:electrical:navigational system(global positioning system)
Summary:
Summary to be provided on a future date.
Bulletin:
T-SB-0012-13
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
Summary to be provided on a future date.
Bulletin:
T-SB-0020-13
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
Summary to be provided on a future date.
Bulletin:
T-SB-0021-13
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
Summary to be provided on a future date.
Bulletin:
T-SB-0023-13
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
Summary to be provided on a future date.
Bulletin:
T-TT-0277-13
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
Summary to be provided on a future date.
Bulletin:
T-SB-0159-14
Component:
134000 visibility:sun roof assembly
Summary:
Summary to be provided on a future date.
Bulletin:
T-SB-0157-14
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
Summary to be provided on a future date.
Bulletin:
T-SB-0054-13
Component:
063100 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:emission control
Summary:
Summary to be provided on a future date.
Bulletin:
T-SB-0083-13
Component:
353600 equipment:air conditioner
Summary:
Summary to be provided on a future date.
Bulletin:
T-SB-0122-11
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
Summary to be provided on a future date.
Bulletin:
T-SB-0141-13
Component:
050000 parking brake
Summary:
Summary to be provided on a future date.
Bulletin:
T-SB-0142-13
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
Summary to be provided on a future date.
Bulletin:
T-SB-0146-13
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
Summary to be provided on a future date.
Bulletin:
T-SB-0149-13
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
Summary to be provided on a future date.
Bulletin:
T-SB-0163-13
Component:
353500 equipment:electrical:navigational system(global positioning system)
Summary:
Summary to be provided on a future date.
Bulletin:
T-SB-0185-13
Component:
137000 visibility:rear window wiper/washer
Summary:
Summary to be provided on a future date.
Bulletin:
11-4-2014
Component:
021000 suspension:front
Summary:
Summary to be provided on a future date.
Bulletin:
T-TT-0005-10
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
Summary to be provided on a future date.
Bulletin:
T-TT-0005-10
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
Summary to be provided on a future date.
Bulletin:
T-TT-0051-10
Component:
353600 equipment:air conditioner
Summary:
Summary to be provided on a future date.
Bulletin:
T-TT-0124-11
Component:
190000 tires
Summary:
Summary to be provided on a future date.
Bulletin:
T-TT-0222-13
Component:
012000 steering:column
Summary:
Summary to be provided on a future date.
Bulletin:
T-TT-0234-13
Component:
353500 equipment:electrical:navigational system(global positioning system)
Summary:
Summary to be provided on a future date.
Bulletin:
T-TT-0242-13
Component:
010000 steering
Summary:
Summary to be provided on a future date.
Bulletin:
T-TT-0246-13
Component:
162320 structure:body:door/window:emergency exit
Summary:
Summary to be provided on a future date.
Bulletin:
T-TT-0250-13
Component:
353400 equipment:electrical:radio/tape deck/cd etc.
Summary:
Summary to be provided on a future date.
Bulletin:
T-TT-0250-13
Component:
353400 equipment:electrical:radio/tape deck/cd etc.
Summary:
Summary to be provided on a future date.
Bulletin:
T-TT-0256-13A
Component:
353500 equipment:electrical:navigational system(global positioning system)
Summary:
Summary to be provided on a future date.
Bulletin:
T-TT-0257-13
Component:
353500 equipment:electrical:navigational system(global positioning system)
Summary:
Summary to be provided on a future date.
Bulletin:
T-TT-0260-13
Component:
353500 equipment:electrical:navigational system(global positioning system)
Summary:
Summary to be provided on a future date.
Bulletin:
T-TT-0262-13
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
Summary to be provided on a future date.
Bulletin:
T-TT-0268-13
Component:
353400 equipment:electrical:radio/tape deck/cd etc.
Summary:
Summary to be provided on a future date.
Bulletin:
T-TT-0278-13
Component:
353400 equipment:electrical:radio/tape deck/cd etc.
Summary:
Summary to be provided on a future date.
Bulletin:
TSB-0151-13
Component:
134000 visibility:sun roof assembly
Summary:
Summary to be provided on a future date.
Bulletin:
T-SB-0146-13
Component:
021800 suspension:front:king pin
Summary:
Summary to be provided on a future date.
Bulletin:
T-SB-0149-13
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
Summary to be provided on a future date.
Bulletin:
T-TT-0242-13
Component:
010000 steering
Summary:
Some customers have experienced amber colored oil like substance found on floor mats. further investigation reveals the electric power steering column showing signs of the oiling substance leaking
Bulletin:
T-SB-0061-15 REV
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Tsb: revision notice: introduction has been updated. any previous printed versions of this bulletin should be discarded. some 2012 model year vehicles equipped with a display audio navigation system and entune' (version less than 2.1.0)
Bulletin:
T-TT-0392-16 REV
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Tt: some customers may experience bluetooth connection issues after updating the android operating system to 5.x.x (lollipop) or later.
Bulletin:
T-TT-0385-16
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
"tech tip: this tech tip is being provided to bring attention to the new location of the entune/nav/map update and upgrade usb directory. click on the tis tab, diagnostics tab, telematics tab, and the document is now located under the refe
Bulletin:
T-TT-0374-15
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
"tt: since my 2011, several different update or upgrade usb sst's have been issued for toyota audio and navigation system. refer to the chart below for a comprehensive list of all current and previously issued usb ssts and their applicabil
Bulletin:
T-SB-0101-15
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
Tsb: toyota models equipped with the display audio navigation system require a special service tool (sst) usb drive to update the map, points of interest, gracenote, and system software. the sst is used with all vehicles to deliver the upda
Bulletin:
T-SB-0005-13 REV
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
Tsb: obsolete notice november 2, 2015: this bulletin is now obsolete. please see t-sb-0101-15
Bulletin:
T-SB-0006-13 REV
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
Tsb: obsolete notice november 5, 2015: this bulletin is now obsolete. please see t-sb-0108-15
Bulletin:
T-SB-0133-14 REV
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
Tsb: toyota models equipped with the premium hdd navigation (avn/aw-emv) system require a special service tool (sst) usb drive to update the map, points of interest, gracenote, and system software. the sst is used with all vehicles to deliv
Bulletin:
T-SB-0108-15
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
Tsb: toyota models equipped with premium hdd navigation (avn/aw-emv) system will periodically require an update to the gracenote database. gracenote includes detailed information for songs (eg., genre, artist, song, title, album name, etc.)
Bulletin:
T-SB-0151-13 REV
Component:
134000 visibility:sun roof assembly
Summary:
"tsb: some 2012 ' 2016 model year north american produced (nap) camry and camry hv vehicles and 2013 ' 2015 avalon and avalon hv vehicles may exhibit a knocking, popping, ticking, or snapping noise from the moon roof area while driving. t
Bulletin:
T-SB-0012-13 REV
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
"tsb: flash reprogramming allows the ecu software to be updated without replacing the ecu. flash calibration updates for specific vehicle models/ecus are released as field-fix procedures described in individual service bulletins. this bul
Bulletin:
T-TT-0381-16
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
Tech tip: some customers may experience difficulty programming homelink.
Bulletin:
T-TT-0309-14 REV
Component:
353000 equipment:electrical
Summary:
Tt: some customers may experience bluetooth disconnections or loss of sms text message functionality on the navigation/audio system with android phones running os 4.4 or later. condition tends to occur to customers who have many previous te
Bulletin:
T-TT-0360-15
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
Tt: customers may experience connectivity issues when the following conditions are met: the customer's iphone is operating on ios9 firmware. the customer's iphone is connected to the vehicle via bluetooth. the customer may complain of the f
Bulletin:
T-TT-0344-15 REV
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
Tt: iphone text messages do not appear on multimedia dis[play.
Bulletin:
T-TT-0234-13 REV
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
Tt: since my 2011, several different update or upgrade usb ssts have been issued for toyota audio and navigation systems. refer to the chart below for a comprehensive list of all current and previously issued usb ssts and their applicabilit
Bulletin:
T-SB-0051-13 REV
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
Tsb: august 19, 2015: this bulletin is now obsolete. please see t-sb-0061-15
Bulletin:
T-SB-0044-16
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
Tsb: on some vehicles, when rapgard' is removed, the paint may have a stained appearance. these stains appear to be under the clear coat (repainting this area is not necessary). the stain patterns are usually under wrinkles in the rapgard'
Bulletin:
T-SB-0051-15 REV
Component:
220000 seats
Summary:
Tsb: some 2012 ' 2014 model year camry/camry hv and 2013 ' 2014 model year avalon/avalon hv, limited and xle grade vehicles may exhibit a condition in which the front seat cover material has become loose at the front edge of the seat, and i
Bulletin:
T-TT-0268-13 REV
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
"tt: some customers may encounter bluetooth connectivity concerns such as: ' difficulty pairing the phone. ' intermittent bluetooth failure to connect when first turning on the vehicle. ' various bluetooth audio functions are no lo
Bulletin:
T-TT-0374-15 REV
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
"tt: since my 2011, several different update or upgrade usb ssts have been issued for toyota audio and navigation systems. refer to the chart below for a comprehensive list of all current and previously issued usb ssts and their applica
Bulletin:
T-SB-0032-14 OBS
Component:
020000 suspension
Summary:
Tsb: obsolete notice: this bulletin is no longer applicable and is now obsolete.
Bulletin:
T-TT-0277-13
Component:
010000 steering
Summary:
Tt: vsc mil "on" with dtc c1433. steering angle value in abs/trac ecu is -1044 or 1044 degrees and does not change as steering wheel is turned.
Bulletin:
T-SB-007-13 Rev2
Component:
353500 equipment:electrical:navigational system(global positioning system)
Summary:
Tsb: september 30, 2014: this bulletin is now obsolete. please see t-sb-0133-14.
Bulletin:
T-SB-0006-11 Rev
Component:
100000 power train
Summary:
Tsb: world standard (ws) automatic transmission fluid (atf) was introduced to reduce maintenance costs and increase the mileage between scheduled maintenance checks. here are some important tips when working with atf-ws in toyota vehicles r
Bulletin:
T-SB-0014-11 Rev
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Tsb: the purpose of this service bulletin is to provide information regarding the installation of the correct torque converter bolts during automatic transmission/transaxle assembly replacement. incorrect torque converter bolts or missing w
Bulletin:
T-SB-0260-08 Rev
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Tsb: the purpose of this bulletin is to assist in the identification and location of serial numbers on 2006 -2014 model year remanufactured automatic transmissions.
Bulletin:
T-TT-0307-14
Component:
118000 electrical system: software
Summary:
Tech tip: customer complains of carious bluetooth connectivity concerns after upgrading to ios 8.0 and later. conditions typically experienced include inability to pair the iphone to the system, poor sound quality during phone calls placed
Bulletin:
T-TT-0309-14
Component:
118000 electrical system: software
Summary:
Tech tip: some customers may experience bluetooth disconnections or loss of sms text message functionality on the navigation/audio system with android phones running os 4.4 or later. condition tends to occur to customers who have many previ
Bulletin:
T-SB-0006-13 Rev
Component:
118000 electrical system: software
Summary:
Tsb: toyota models equipped with the premium hdd navigation (avn/aw-emv) system will periodically require an update to the gracenote database. gracenote includes detailed information for songs (e.g., genre, artist, song title, album name, e
Bulletin:
T-SB-0133-14
Component:
118000 electrical system: software
Summary:
Tsb: toyota models equipped with the premium hdd navigation (avn/aw-emv) system require a special service tool (sst) usb drive to update the map, points of interest, gracenote®, and system software. the sst is used with all vehicles to deli
Bulletin:
T-SB-0134-14
Component:
100000 power train
Summary:
Tsb: the purpose of this bulletin is to provide precautions to follow when installing an automatic transmission/transaxle assembly to avoid mil "on" shifting issues and/or transmission damage. use the information in this bulletin when insta
Bulletin:
T-SB-0200-08 Rev
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Tsb: the purpose of this bulletin is to assist in the identification and location of serial numbers on 2006 - 2014 model year automatic transmissions.
Bulletin:
Dealer Inspectio
Component:
020000 suspension
Summary:
Dealer letter: it has come to our attention that your dealership recently received '15 model year sienna (s) that may not have had the passenger seat occupant classification sensors (ocs) properly calibrated during the assembly process. it
Bulletin:
T-TT-0234-13
Component:
353400 equipment:electrical:radio/tape deck/cd etc.
Summary:
Tech tip: since my 2011, several different update or upgrade usb ssts have been issued for toyota audio and navigation systems.
Bulletin:
T-SB-0043-14 Rev
Component:
353000 equipment:electrical
Summary:
Tsb: the immobilizer and smart key reset is a feature that allows the registration of new keys when all master keys are lost. once the system is reset, all previously registered keys will be erased. follow the procedures in this bulletin to
Bulletin:
T-TT-0344-15
Component:
118000 electrical system: software
Summary:
Tt: iphone text messages do not appear on multimedia display.
Bulletin:
T-SB-0083-13 Rev
Component:
353600 equipment:air conditioner
Summary:
Tsb: the procedure in this bulletin is a general guideline on how to properly diagnose the air conditioning system after a component failure. refer to the applicable repair manual for vehicle specific repair procedures and parts.
Bulletin:
T-SB-0025-15
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Tsb: while a vehicle is in inventory, the battery is subject to conditions that can reduce its performance and life. batteries can become discharged due to an extended storage period, temperature, parasitic drain, or while demonstrating veh
Bulletin:
T-SB-0142-13 Rev
Component:
353600 equipment:air conditioner
Summary:
Tsb: some 2004 - 2015 model year toyota vehicles may exhibit odors naturally occurring from the hvac system and/or related environmental factors. although there is no way to eliminate these odors, follow the general procedure in this bullet
Bulletin:
T-SB-0101-11 Rev
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Tsb: when servicing interior electrical switches and components, please note the precautions in this bulletin to avoid damaging electrical components and switches. many lubricants, cleaners, and automotive chemicals contain silicone or othe
Bulletin:
T-TT-0262-13 Rev
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
Tt: starting with 2010 model year, toyota began a gradual transition to the use of synthetic 0w-20 viscosity engine oil. there are multiple benefits of this oil. due to the them improved performance and durability of 0w-20 synthetic oil, to
Bulletin:
T-TT-0332-15
Component:
353000 equipment:electrical
Summary:
Tt: some customers may get an inaccurate fully charged indicator status from the wireless charging pad, even though the cell phone may not be fully charged. this condition affects motorola droid phones.
Bulletin:
T-TT-0234-13 Rev
Component:
353000 equipment:electrical
Summary:
Tt: since my 2011, several different update or upgrade usb ssts have been issued for toyota audio and navigation systems. refer to the chart below for a comprehensive list of all current and previously issued usb ssts and their applicabilit
Bulletin:
T-TT-0337-15
Component:
118000 electrical system: software
Summary:
Tt: when updating either the navigation or radio firmware, verify the vehicle applicability before beginning the update.
Bulletin:
T-SB-0040-08
Component:
162000 structure:body
Summary:
Tsb: on some vehicles, when rapgard is removed, the paint may have a stained appearance. these stains appear to be under the clear coat (repainting this area is not necessary). the stain patterns are usually under wrinkles in the rapgard. t
Bulletin:
T-SB-0008-15
Component:
130000 visibility
Summary:
Tsb: some 2014 model year avalon, avalon hv, camry, camry hv, and sienna vehicles may exhibit the appearance of dark spots in the mirror glass reflective material. the mirror glass assembly has been updated to address this condition.
Bulletin:
TT-0307-14 Rev2
Component:
118000 electrical system: software
Summary:
Tt: some customers may encounter various bluetooth connectivity concerns after upgrading to ios 8.0 and later. conditions typically experienced include inability to pair the iphone to the system, poor sound quality during phone calls placed
Bulletin:
T-TT-0268-13 Rev
Component:
118000 electrical system: software
Summary:
Tt: some customers may encounter bluetooth® connectivity concerns such as: * difficulty to pair the phone. * intermittent bluetooth® failure to connect to the vehicle when first turning on the vehicle. * various bluetooth® audio function
Bulletin:
T-SB-0004-15
Component:
162300 structure:body:door
Summary:
Tsb: some 2014 - 2015 model year avalon and avalon hv vehicles may exhibit a condition where there is a pop/creak type noise from the lh rocker panel/bottom of the driver's door opening area. this is caused by two body panels contacting one
Bulletin:
T-TT-307-14 Rev1
Component:
118000 electrical system: software
Summary:
Tt: customers complain of various bluetooth connectivity concerns after upgrading to ios 8.0 and later. conditions typically experienced include inability to pair the iphone to the system, poor sound quality during phone calls placed throug
Bulletin:
T-TT-0267-13 Rev
Component:
353000 equipment:electrical
Summary:
Tt: some vehicles equipped with display audio may exhibit a condition where the touch screen is inoperative.
Bulletin:
T-SB-0108-15 Rev
Component:
118000 electrical system: software
Summary:
Tsb: revision notice: required tools and equipment has been updated to include a new usb drive map update. any previous printed versions of this bulleting should be discarded. toyota models equipped with the premium hdd navigation (avn/a
Bulletin:
T-TT-0344-15
Component:
353000 equipment:electrical
Summary:
Tt: iphone text messages do not appear on multimedia display.
Bulletin:
T-SB-0004-15
Component:
160000 structure
Summary:
Tsb: some 2014 - 2015 model year avalon and avalon hv vehicles may exhibit a condition where there is a pop/creak type noise from the lh rocker panel/bottom of the driver's door opening area. this is caused by two body panels contacting one
Bulletin:
T-TT-307-14 Rev1
Component:
353000 equipment:electrical
Summary:
Tt: customers complain of various bluetooth connectivity concerns after upgrading to ios 8.0 and later. conditions typically experienced include inability to pair the iphone to the system, poor sound quality during phone calls placed throug
Bulletin:
T-TT-0267-13 Rev
Component:
353000 equipment:electrical
Summary:
Tt: some vehicles equipped with display audio may exhibit a condition where the touch screen is inoperative.
Bulletin:
T-SB-0040-08
Component:
162000 structure:body
Summary:
Tsb: on some vehicles, when rapgard is removed, the paint may have a stained appearance. these stains appear to be under the clear coat (repainting this area is not necessary). the stain patterns are usually under wrinkles in the rapgard. t
Bulletin:
T-SB-0008-15
Component:
130000 visibility
Summary:
Tsb: some 2014 model year avalon, avalon hv, camry, camry hv, and sienna vehicles may exhibit the appearance of dark spots in the mirror glass reflective material. the mirror glass assembly has been updated to address this condition.
Bulletin:
TT-0307-14 Rev2
Component:
353000 equipment:electrical
Summary:
Tt: some customers may encounter various bluetooth connectivity concerns after upgrading to ios 8.0 and later. conditions typically experienced include inability to pair the iphone to the system, poor sound quality during phone calls placed
Bulletin:
T-TT-0268-13 Rev
Component:
353000 equipment:electrical
Summary:
Tt: some customers may encounter bluetooth® connectivity concerns such as: * difficulty to pair the phone. * intermittent bluetooth® failure to connect to the vehicle when first turning on the vehicle. * various bluetooth® audio function
Bulletin:
T-SB-0142-13 Rev
Component:
353600 equipment:air conditioner
Summary:
Tsb: some 2004 - 2015 model year toyota vehicles may exhibit odors naturally occurring from the hvac system and/or related environmental factors. although there is no way to eliminate these odors, follow the general procedure in this bullet
Bulletin:
T-SB-0101-11 Rev
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Tsb: when servicing interior electrical switches and components, please note the precautions in this bulletin to avoid damaging electrical components and switches. many lubricants, cleaners, and automotive chemicals contain silicone or othe
Bulletin:
T-TT-0262-13 Rev
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
Tt: starting with 2010 model year, toyota began a gradual transition to the use of synthetic 0w-20 viscosity engine oil. there are multiple benefits of this oil. due to the them improved performance and durability of 0w-20 synthetic oil, to
Bulletin:
T-TT-0332-15
Component:
353000 equipment:electrical
Summary:
Tt: some customers may get an inaccurate fully charged indicator status from the wireless charging pad, even though the cell phone may not be fully charged. this condition affects motorola droid phones.
Bulletin:
T-TT-0234-13 Rev
Component:
353000 equipment:electrical
Summary:
Tt: since my 2011, several different update or upgrade usb ssts have been issued for toyota audio and navigation systems. refer to the chart below for a comprehensive list of all current and previously issued usb ssts and their applicabilit
Bulletin:
T-TT-0337-15
Component:
118000 electrical system: software
Summary:
Tt: when updating either the navigation or radio firmware, verify the vehicle applicability before beginning the update.
Bulletin:
T-SB-0043-14 Rev
Component:
353000 equipment:electrical
Summary:
Tsb: the immobilizer and smart key reset is a feature that allows the registration of new keys when all master keys are lost. once the system is reset, all previously registered keys will be erased. follow the procedures in this bulletin to
Bulletin:
T-SB-0051-13 Rev
Component:
118000 electrical system: software
Summary:
Tsb: august 19, 2015: this bulletin is now obsolete. please see t-sb-0061-15
Bulletin:
T-SB-0101-15
Component:
118000 electrical system: software
Summary:
Tsb: toyota models equipped with the display audio navigation system require a special service tool (sst) usb drive to update the map, points of interest, gracenote, and system software. the sst is used with all vehicles to deliver the upda
Bulletin:
T-SB-0005-13 Rev
Component:
118000 electrical system: software
Summary:
Tsb: obsolete notice november 2, 2015: this bulletin is now obsolete. please see t-sb-0101-15
Bulletin:
T-SB-0006-13 Rev
Component:
118000 electrical system: software
Summary:
Tsb: obsolete notice november 5, 2015: this bulletin is now obsolete. please see t-sb-0108-15
Bulletin:
T-SB-0133-14 Rev
Component:
118000 electrical system: software
Summary:
Tsb: toyota models equipped with the premium hdd navigation (avn/aw-emv) system require a special service tool (sst) usb drive to update the map, points of interest, gracenote, and system software. the sst is used with all vehicles to deliv
Bulletin:
T-SB-0108-15
Component:
118000 electrical system: software
Summary:
Tsb: toyota models equipped with premium hdd navigation (avn/aw-emv) system will periodically require an update to the gracenote database. gracenote includes detailed information for songs (eg., genre, artist, song, title, album name, etc.)
Bulletin:
T-SB-0151-13 Rev
Component:
134000 visibility:sun roof assembly
Summary:
Tsb: some 2012 - 2016 model year north american produced (nap) camry and camry hv vehicles and 2013 - 2015 avalon and avalon hv vehicles may exhibit a knocking, popping, ticking, or snapping noise from the moon roof area while driving. th
Bulletin:
T-TT-0309-14 Rev
Component:
353000 equipment:electrical
Summary:
Tt: some customers may experience bluetooth disconnections or loss of sms text message functionality on the navigation/audio system with android phones running os 4.4 or later. condition tends to occur to customers who have many previous te
Bulletin:
T-SB-0083-13 Rev
Component:
353600 equipment:air conditioner
Summary:
Tsb: the procedure in this bulletin is a general guideline on how to properly diagnose the air conditioning system after a component failure. refer to the applicable repair manual for vehicle specific repair procedures and parts.
Bulletin:
T-SB-0025-15
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Tsb: while a vehicle is in inventory, the battery is subject to conditions that can reduce its performance and life. batteries can become discharged due to an extended storage period, temperature, parasitic drain, or while demonstrating veh
Bulletin:
T-SB-0061-15 Rev
Component:
353400 equipment:electrical:radio/tape deck/cd etc.
Summary:
Tsb: revision notice: introduction has been updated. any previous printed versions of this bulletin should be discarded. some 2012 model year vehicles equipped with a display audio navigation system and entune (version less than 2.1.0)
Bulletin:
T-SB-0101-15 Rev
Component:
118000 electrical system: software
Summary:
Tsb: revision notice august 23, 2016 rev1: applicability has been updated to include 2015 model year prius and prius phv vehicles. any previous printed versions of this bulletin should be discarded. toyota models equipped with the displ
Bulletin:
T-TT-0414-16
Component:
353000 equipment:electrical
Summary:
Tt: some customers may encounter bluetooth® connectivity concerns such as: *difficulty to pair the phone. *intermittent bluetooth® failure to connect to the vehicle when first turning on the vehicle. *various bluetooth® audio functions a
Bulletin:
T-SB-0304-17
Component:
162300 structure:body:door
Summary:
Tsb: vehicle replacement certification labels (the vinyl label installed on the driver door or door post) and vin plates (the metal plate riveted to dashboard) may be available from toyota, provided the request meets one of the criteria lis
Bulletin:
T-SB-0134-16_Rev
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
Tsb: revision notice october 30, 2017 rev1: * applicability has been updated to include 2018 model year vehicles. supersession notice the information contained in this bulletin supersedes sb no. t-sb-0012-13. flash reprogramming allows the
Bulletin:
T-SB-0009-18
Component:
220000 seats
Summary:
Tsb: the purpose of this service bulletin is to elevate awareness and provide best practices for leather and synthetic leather care in toyota vehicles. as an additional resource, if the vehicle is equipped with factory leather seats, the ve
Bulletin:
T-SB-0187-12_Rev
Component:
190000 tires
Summary:
Tsb: revision notice february 12, 2018 rev2: ? applicability has been updated to include 2015 ? 2018 model year vehicles. january 23, 2014 rev1: ? applicability has been updated to include 2013 ? 2014 model year vehicles. any previous print
Bulletin:
E0K Dealer Lette
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
Dealer letter: december 5, 2017. a watermark has been added to the dealer letter to indicate that e0k expired on may 31, 2017.
Bulletin:
LSC E0K Technica
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
Technical instructions: lsc expired on may 31, 2017. technical instructions for limited service campaign e0k. safety connect system disabled. certain 2014 model year avalon, avalon hybrid , highlander, and sienna vehicles.
Bulletin:
T-SB-0304-17_Rev
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
Tsb: supersession notice the information contained in this bulletin supersedes service bulletin nos. pg021-88, pg015-89, pg0015-90, pg002-91, pg002-93, pg005-97, pg007-01, pg007-07, and t-sb-0144-08. service bulletin nos. pg021-88, pg015-89
Bulletin:
T-SB-0009-18
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
Tsb: the purpose of this service bulletin is to elevate awareness and provide best practices for leather and synthetic leather care in toyota vehicles. as an additional resource, if the vehicle is equipped with factory leather seats, the ve
Bulletin:
T-SB-0187-12_Rev
Component:
190000 tires
Summary:
Tsb: revision notice february 12, 2018 rev2: ? applicability has been updated to include 2015 ? 2018 model year vehicles. january 23, 2014 rev1: ? applicability has been updated to include 2013 ? 2014 model year vehicles. any previous print
Bulletin:
T-TT-0365-15 Rev
Component:
111000 electrical system:battery
Summary:
Tt: a vehicle may arrive to the dealer with a mil ?on? condition and p0a80 or p1ac000 stored in the memory. some cases have been identified with internal modification done to the hv battery. modified or altered parts are not covered under
Bulletin:
T-TT-0435-17
Component:
353500 equipment:electrical:navigational system(global positioning system)
Summary:
Tt: this bulletin is regarding best practices when handling navigation systems that use hard disc drive or micro sd card memory.
Bulletin:
T-SB-0032-14
Component:
020000 suspension
Summary:
Some avalon, avalon hv, camry, and camry hv vehicles may exhibit an abnormal noise when turning and/or driving over uneven road surfaces. a new improved service part insulator for the front strut is available to reduce the possibility of t
Bulletin:
T-SB-0036-13 Rev
Component:
100000 power train
Summary:
This bulletin includes basic procedures for inspecting and adjusting world standard (ws) automatic transmission fluid (atf) level at normal vehicle operating temperature.
Bulletin:
T-SB-0033-14
Component:
062300 engine and engine cooling:cooling system:hose
Summary:
Some vehicles in particular geographic areas may exhibit a condition where the hvac evaporator drain hose has become obstructed with an insect nest. an insect repellent drain hose tip (arinix® tip) is now available to help minimize future o
Bulletin:
T-SB-0044-16_Rev
Component:
162000 structure:body
Summary:
Tsb: revision notice march 07, 2017 rev1: ? applicability has been updated to include 2017 model year toyota vehicles. on some vehicles, when rapgard? is removed the paint may have a stained appearance. these stains appear to be under the c
Bulletin:
T-SB-0033-14_Rev
Component:
353600 equipment:air conditioner
Summary:
Tsb: revision notice march 08, 2017 rev1: ? applicability has been updated to include 2015 - 2017 model year toyota vehicles. ? the parts information section has been updated. some vehicles in particular geographic areas may exhibit a c
Bulletin:
T-TT-0365-15_Rev
Component:
111000 electrical system:battery
Summary:
Tt: rev2 a vehicle may arrive to the dealer with a mil ?on? condition and p0a80 or p1ac000 stored in the memory. some cases have been identified with internal modification done to the hv battery. modified or altered parts are not covered un
Bulletin:
T-TT-0432-17_Rev
Component:
062000 engine and engine cooling:cooling system
Summary:
Tt: rev2 some customers may complain about a hybrid vehicle battery cooling system warning message. this warning message may appear when the hv battery cooling system loses efficiency due to debris on the filter and or some object obstruc
Bulletin:
T-SB-0009-14
Component:
062200 engine and engine cooling:cooling system:fan
Summary:
For vehicles that are used under certain severe operating conditions, the hv battery cooling fan may exhibit an excessive buildup of dust, lint, or other debris that can reduce the efficiency of the hv battery cooling system. hv battery coo
Bulletin:
T-SB-0005-13 Rev
Component:
353500 equipment:electrical:navigational system(global positioning system)
Summary:
Toyota models equipped with the display audio navigation system require a special service tool (sst) usb drive to update the map, points of interest, gracenote, and system software. the sst is used with all vehicles to deliver the update,
Bulletin:
T-TT-0262-13
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
Starting with the 2010 model year, toyota began a gradual transition to the use of synthetic 0w-20 viscosity engine oil. there are multiple benefits of this oil. due to the improved performance and durability of 0w-20 synthetic oil, toyot
Bulletin:
T-TT-0234-13
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
Since my 2011, several different update or upgrade usb ssts have been issued for toyota audio and navigation systems. refer to the chart below for a comprehensive list of all current and previously issued usb ssts and their applicability.
Bulletin:
T-TT-0272-13
Component:
050000 parking brake
Summary:
Some 2014 camry, camry hv avalon, avalon hv vehicles may exhibit a tight parking brake condition at one or both rear wheels.
Bulletin:
T-TT-0268-13
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
Customer complains of bluetooth connectivity concerns such as: difficulty to pair phone, intermittent bluetooth failure to connect to the vehicle when first turning on the vehicle. these concerns can be caused by changes made on the custom
Bulletin:
T-SB-0187-12 Rev
Component:
190000 tires
Summary:
Toyota vehicles are equipped with either conventional or run-flat tires. sometimes punctures may occur as a result of contact with road debris or other hazards. if a puncture occurs, it may be possible to repair the tire and return it to se
Bulletin:
T-TT-0280-14
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
During pre-delivery service (pds), it is standard procedure (as outlined in the pds check sheets) to verify that the safety connect system is in ?shelled mode? with a green led illuminated prior to delivering the vehicle. occasionally setti
Bulletin:
T-TT-0213-13
Component:
140000 air bags
Summary:
Toyota vehicles are equipped with supplemental restraint systems (srs), including various airbags and in some models, seat belt pre-tensioners, to help reduce the risk of injury in a collision. if a customer expresses any concerns that the
Bulletin:
T-SB-0023-13 Rev
Component:
356000 equipment adaptive
Summary:
2014 model year vehicles are equipped with driver?s side floor mat retaining clips to secure the floor mat in the correct position. in addition, some models may utilize retaining clips for passenger side and rear seat floor mats as well. fo
Bulletin:
T-SB-0141-13
Component:
050000 parking brake
Summary:
A new special service tool (sst 09709-00002) has been introduced to aid in the inspection procedure for certain vehicles equipped with a floor pedal-type parking brake system. this bulletin references the correct method for installing the b
Bulletin:
T-SB-0142-13
Component:
353600 equipment:air conditioner
Summary:
Some 2004 ? 2014 model year toyota vehicles may exhibit odors naturally occurring from the hvac system and/or related environmental factors. although there is no way to eliminate these odors, follow the general procedure in this bulletin to
Bulletin:
T-SB-0146-13
Component:
111000 electrical system:battery
Summary:
To minimize battery discharge during transportation and storage, the short pin has been removed at the assembly plant and temporarily stored in the engine compartment relay block. reinstall the short pin into its original location and confi
Bulletin:
T-SB-0185-13
Component:
130000 visibility
Summary:
The following procedures are recommended during routine maintenance or in the event of a customer concern for wiper performance.
Bulletin:
TS-BO030-01 Obso
Component:
130000 visibility/wiper (pws)
Summary:
This bulletin is now obsolete. please see t-sb-0185-13.
Bulletin:
T-TT-0278-13
Component:
353500 equipment:electrical:navigational system(global positioning system)
Summary:
The customer is unable to delete their call history or contacts from the denso gen7 navigation system. the ?delete? soft button on the multi-information display is greyed out and not selectable.
Bulletin:
T-TT-0124-11
Component:
190000 tires
Summary:
Please refer to the following recommendations for the best practices for vehicle tire rotations.
Bulletin:
T-SB-0122-11 Rev
Component:
140000 air bags
Summary:
Beginning in 1998, toyota introduced side airbags as optional equipment. toyota does not recommend replacement of original seat covers with non-toyota leather or other seat cover materials on vehicles due to the following: seat covers not
Bulletin:
T-SB-0051-13 Rev
Component:
353500 equipment:electrical:navigational system(global positioning system)
Summary:
Applicability has been updated to include 2014 model year avalon, avalon hv, camry, camry hv, prius, prius c, prius phv, prius v, venza vehicles. vehicle equipped with a display audio navigation system and entune (version less than 2.1.0)
Bulletin:
T-SB-0163-13
Component:
353500 equipment:electrical:navigational system(global positioning system)
Summary:
Use the following procedures to check and/or update the software version of entune/navigation for non-hdd type units.
Bulletin:
T-TT-0272-13
Component:
050000 parking brake
Summary:
Some 2014 camry, camry hv, avalon, and avalon hv vehicles may exhibit a parking brake adjustment condition at one or both rear wheels.
Bulletin:
T-SB-0071-11 Rev
Component:
100000 power train
Summary:
The purpose of this service bulletin is to provide precautions to follow when installing an automatic transmission/transaxle assembly to avoid mil ?on,? shifting issues, and/or transmission damage. use the information in this bulletin when
Bulletin:
T-SB-0006-13 Rev
Component:
353500 equipment:electrical:navigational system(global positioning system)
Summary:
Toyota models equipped with the premium hdd navigation (avn/aw-emv) system will periodically require an update to the gracenote® database. gracenote® includes detailed information for songs (i.e., genre, artist, song title, album name, etc.
Bulletin:
T-SB-0007-13 Rev
Component:
118000 electrical system: software
Summary:
This bulletin is now obsolete. please see t-sb-0133-14
Bulletin:
T-TT-0260-13
Component:
353000 equipment:electrical
Summary:
Customer?s experiencing this condition can use a 3rd party podcast application on their iphone (such as pocket casts or instances) instead of the native apple podcast application.
Bulletin:
T-TT-0262-13
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
Due to the improved performance and durability of 0w-20 synthetic oil, toyota has extended the oil change intervals to 10,000 miles for most vehicles that require this oil. with this change, the following should be noted
Bulletin:
T-TT-0267-13
Component:
353000 equipment:electrical
Summary:
Some vehicles equipped with display audio may exhibit a condition where the touch screen is inoperative.
Bulletin:
T-TT-0268-13
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
These concerns can be caused by changes made on the customer?s phone. make sure to inquire with the customer if the connectivity concerns occurred after receiving an operating system update on their phone or they have restored their phone d
Bulletin:
T-TT-0269-13
Component:
132000 visibility:glass, side/rear
Summary:
The appearance of spots in tempered glass (when viewed at certain angles) is the result of the heat treating and quick quenching process during manufacturing.
Bulletin:
T-TT-0051-10
Component:
062000 engine and engine cooling:cooling system
Summary:
If a customer states there is an unpleasant odor in the vehicle from the hvac system, there are various factors that may be involved.
Bulletin:
T-TT-0051-10 Rev
Component:
353600 equipment:air conditioner
Summary:
If a customer states there is an unpleasant odor in the vehicle from the hvac system, there are various factors that may be involved.
Bulletin:
T-TT-0250-13 Rev
Component:
353400 equipment:electrical:radio/tape deck/cd etc.
Summary:
To receive satellite radio functions after the initial trial period has expired, the customer must enter into a contract with xm satellite radio inc. after entering into a contract, registration of an 8-digit xm radio id is required. this 8
Bulletin:
T-TT-0256-13
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
Customers using iphone 4, 4s, 5, 5s, or 5c running ios 7.0 or later now have the ability to make facetime audio calls (no video). when a customer is paired by bluetooth hands free and they make a facetime audio call the vehicle radio will t
Bulletin:
T-TT-0257-13
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
Itunes radio is a new feature for iphone 4, 4s, 5, 5s, and 5c running ios 7 or later. this feature does work with the in-vehicle audio system either via bluetooth or by usb cable. details on how to access this feature are described below.
Bulletin:
T-SB-0148-13
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
2014 pre-delivery service check sheet
Bulletin:
T-SB-0149-13
Component:
355100 equipment:other:labels
Summary:
Customer retention and proper maintenance of vehicles has been a major focus for toyota. to help remind customers that regular oil changes are essential to the proper maintenance of their vehicle, dealers are required to begin installing a
Bulletin:
T-SB-0020-13 Rev
Component:
353100 equipment:electrical:anti-theft devices
Summary:
Some 2014 model year vehicles are equipped with a smart key system, which allows the customer to enter and start the vehicle without using a mechanical key. to ensure the system is operating properly, the smart key functions (smart entry an
Bulletin:
T-SB-0083-13
Component:
353600 equipment:air conditioner
Summary:
The procedure in this bulletin is a general guideline on how to properly diagnose the air conditioning system after a component failure. refer to the applicable repair manual for vehicle specific repair procedures and parts.
Bulletin:
T-TT-0242-13
Component:
010000 steering
Summary:
Some customers have experienced amber colored oil like substance found on floor mats. further investigation reveals the electric power steering column showing signs of the oiling substance leaking.
Bulletin:
T-TT-0246-13
Component:
130000 visibility
Summary:
Tips for writing a dpr (dealer product report) on manufacturing issues for windows and windshields.
Bulletin:
T-SB-0020-13 Rev
Component:
353100 equipment:electrical:anti-theft devices
Summary:
Some 2014 model year vehicles are equipped with a smart key system, which allows the customer to enter and start the vehicle without using a mechanical key. to ensure the system is operating properly, the smart key functions (smart entry an
Bulletin:
T-SB-0054-13
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
California (ca), federal (fed), and 50 state certified emission control underhood labels (emission labels) may be obtained through your dealership?s parts department utilizing standard replacement parts ordering procedures. follow the guide
Bulletin:
T-PG006-00 Obsol
Component:
355100 equipment:other:labels
Summary:
This bulletin is now obsolete. please see t-sb-0054-13.
Bulletin:
T-TT-0234-13
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
Since my 2011, several different update or upgrade usb ssts have been issued for toyota audio and navigation systems. refer to the chart below for a comprehensive list of all current and previously issued usb ssts and their applicability.
Bulletin:
T-TT-0118-11 Rev
Component:
111000 electrical system:battery
Summary:
Technicians should confirm the following key points to minimize the potential for future mil "on" concerns after hv battery replacement.
Bulletin:
T-SB-0157-14
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Tsb: some 2013 ? 2014 model year avalon and avalon hv vehicles equipped with a rear window sunshade may exhibit a condition in which the sunshade rises with no switch input in high ambient temperatures. follow the repair procedure in this
Bulletin:
T-SB-0159-14
Component:
134000 visibility:sun roof assembly
Summary:
Tsb: some 2013 ? 2014 model year avalon and avalon hv vehicles may exhibit a condition where the headliner is sagging or loose along the rear edge of the moon roof opening and there is a noticeable gap between the headliner and sun shade.
Bulletin:
T-SB-0218-17_Rev
Component:
140000 air bags
Summary:
Tsb: revision notice july 20, 2017 rev1: applicability has been updated to exclude 2007 ? 2017 model year avanza vehicles. some hazardous material treatment and handling regulations at the state and local level define the pre-disposal deplo
Bulletin:
T-TT-0453-17
Component:
353000 equipment:electrical
Summary:
Tt: an error message is received when performing dcm activation initiated by techstream. this is a known condition and will be remedied in the near future. please discontinue dcm activations utilizing techstream until further notice.
Bulletin:
T-SB-0051-15
Component:
220000 seats
Summary:
Tsb: some 2012 ? 2014 model year camry/camry hv and 2013 ? 2014 model year avalon/avalon hv, limited and xle grade vehicles may exhibit a condition in which the front seat cover material has become loose at front edge of seat and is hanging
Bulletin:
T-SB-0160-14 Rev
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Tsb: some 2014 model year applicable vehicles equipped with entune? audio (version 010169) / entune? audio plus (version 010171) entune? premium audio (version 01085) may exhibit one or more of the following conditions: bluetooth® someti
Bulletin:
T-SB-0061-15
Component:
353500 equipment:electrical:navigational system(global positioning system)
Summary:
Tsb: some 2012 model year vehicles equipped with a display audio navigation system and entune? (version less than 2.1.0) may exhibit one or more of the following conditions: ? vehicle orientation slow to update after vehicle startup ? fiv
Bulletin:
T-SB-0163-13 Rev
Component:
353500 equipment:electrical:navigational system(global positioning system)
Summary:
Tsb: use the following procedures to check and/or update the software version of entune/navigation for non-hdd type units.
Bulletin:
T-TT-0293-14 Rev
Component:
353500 equipment:electrical:navigational system(global positioning system)
Summary:
Tt: safety connect is a vehicle option which requires a subscription fee for the system to be active. the first year of service is provided in the vehicle purchase price. once the subscription has lapsed the dcm will be in an inactive state
Bulletin:
T-TT-0234-13 Rev
Component:
353500 equipment:electrical:navigational system(global positioning system)
Summary:
Tt: since my 2011, several different update or upgrade usb ssts have been issued for toyota audio and navigation systems. refer to the chart below for a comprehensive list of all current and previously issued usb ssts and their applicabilit
Bulletin:
T-TT-0294-14 Rev
Component:
353600 equipment:air conditioner
Summary:
Tt: greenhouse gas logic (ghc) has been implemented on toyota a/c systems to reduce tailpipe emissions. the federal government issues café (corporate average fuel economy) credits to vehicle manufacturers that implement new technologies tha
Bulletin:
T-TT-0234-13 Rev
Component:
353500 equipment:electrical:navigational system(global positioning system)
Summary:
Tt: since my 2011, several different update or upgrade usb ssts have been issued for toyota audio and navigation systems. refer to the chart below for a comprehensive list of all current and previously issued usb ssts and their applicabilit
Bulletin:
T-SB-0133-14 Rev
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
Tsb: revision notice: the parts information section, and the required tools & equipment section has been updated. toyota models equipped with the premium hdd navigation (avn/aw-emv) system require a special service tool (sst) usb drive t
Bulletin:
T-TT-0365-15
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
Tt: a vehicle may arrive to the dealer with a mil ?on? condition and p0a80 stored in the memory. some cases have been identified with internal modification done to the hv battery. modified or altered parts are not covered under warranty.
Bulletin:
T-TT-0309-14 Rev
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Tt: some customers may experience bluetooth disconnections or loss of sms text message functionality on the navigation/audio system with android phones running os 4.4 or later. condition tends to occur to customers who have many previous t
Bulletin:
T-SB-0142-16
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
Tsb: some 2012 ? 2016 model year avalon hv, camry hv and rav4 hv vehicles may exhibit a mil ?on? condition with dtc p0a7a with information code 122 (generator inverter fail signal detection). follow the procedure in this bulletin to addres
Bulletin:
T-TT-0453-17-Rev
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
Tt: previously, an error message was received when performing dcm activation initiated by techstream. this condition has been remedied, and dcm activation utilizing techstream can now be resumed.
Bulletin:
T-SB-0108-15_Rev
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
Tsb: revision notice october 11, 2017 rev2: ? the required tools & equipment section has been updated to include a new usb drive map update. supersession notice the information contained in this bulletin supersedes sb no. t-sb-0006-13. toyo
Bulletin:
T-SB-0294-17
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
Tsb: supersession notice the information contained in this bulletin supersedes sb no. t-sb-0133-14. ? the parts information, required tools & equipment, and on-vehicle navigation update sections have been updated. toyota models equipped wit
Bulletin:
T-SB-0043-14
Component:
353100 equipment:electrical:anti-theft devices
Summary:
Tsb: the immobilizer and smart key reset is a feature that allows the registration of new keys when all master keys are lost. once the system is reset, all previously registered keys will be erased.
Bulletin:
T-SB-0046-14
Component:
073000 fuel system, gasoline:fuel injection system
Summary:
Tsb: some 2013 ? 2014 model year avalon and avalon hv vehicles may exhibit a condition where excessive force is required to open the fuel door lid, or the fuel filler opening stopper in the fuel door assembly cannot be depressed enough to r
Bulletin:
T-SB-0048-14
Component:
220000 seats
Summary:
Tsb: some 2013 ? 2014 model year avalon and avalon hv vehicles may exhibit a condition where the surface of the driver?s seat bottom outer bolster is not even (has a ridge/bulge in it) or where the bottom outer edge of the driver?s seat is
Bulletin:
T-SB-0043-14 Rev
Component:
353100 equipment:electrical:anti-theft devices
Summary:
Tsb: the immobilizer and smart key reset is a feature that allows the registration of new keys when all master keys are lost. once the system is reset, all previously registered keys will be erased.
Bulletin:
T-TT-0180-12 Rev
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
Tech tip: when replacing the hard disk drive (hdd) or navigation unit (navi unit) follow the instructions below:
Bulletin:
T-TT-0262-13 Rev
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
Tech tip: starting with the 2010 model year, toyota began a gradual transition to the use of synthetic 0w20 viscosity engine oil. there are multiple benefits of this oil including: reduced friction and wear on engine surfaces, improved fuel
Bulletin:
T-TT-0246-13 Rev
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Tech tip: tips for writing a dpr (dealer product report) on manufacturing issues for windows and windshields.
Bulletin:
E0J_LSC_Region L
Component:
220000 seats
Summary:
Region letter: on 2013 and certain 2014 model year avalon and avalon hybrid vehicles, the driver and passenger front seatback board could become loose and separate from the seat assembly.
Bulletin:
E0J_LSC_Dealer L
Component:
220000 seats
Summary:
Dealer letter: on 2013 and certain 2014 model year avalon and avalon hybrid vehicles, the driver and passenger front seatback board could become loose and separate from the seat assembly.
Bulletin:
T-SB-0012-13 Rev
Component:
118000 electrical system: software
Summary:
Tsb: flash reprogramming allows the ecu software to be updated without replacing the ecu. flash calibration updates for specific vehicle models/ecus are released as field-fix procedures described in individual service bulletins. this bullet
Bulletin:
T-TT-0010-10 Rev
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
Tech tip: low battery voltage can contribute to a mil "on" condition for p0335 (crankshaft position
Bulletin:
T-TT-0293-14
Component:
118000 electrical system: software
Summary:
Tech tip: safety connect is a vehicle option which requires a subscription fee for the system to be
Bulletin:
T-TT-0294-14
Component:
070000 fuel system, gasoline
Summary:
Tech tip: greenhouse gas logic (ghg) has been implemented on toyota a/c systems to reduce tailpipe emissions
Bulletin:
T-TT-0296-14
Component:
160000 structure
Summary:
Tech tip: during the e0b campaign for my 13-14 avalon seat heaters, some of the metal clips attaching t
Bulletin:
Toyota - LSC E0K
Component:
140000 air bags
Summary:
Region letter: the subject vehicles are equipped with safety connect, which allows drivers to contact the t
Bulletin:
Toyota - LSC E0K
Component:
140000 air bags
Summary:
Dealer letter: the subject vehicles are equipped with safety connect, which allows drivers to contact the
Bulletin:
T-TT-0424-16
Component:
203000 wheels:lugs/nuts/bolts
Summary:
Tt: front brake vibration key points: * issue can occur at any time if improper torque is applied on lug nuts * over time, even one lug nut over or under torqued, can cause a vibration issue * when lug nuts are over torqued, this causes
Bulletin:
T-SB-0142-13 Rev
Component:
353600 equipment:air conditioner
Summary:
Tsb: revision notice november 10, 2016 rev2: ? applicability has been updated to include 2016 ? 2017 model year toyota vehicles. ? parts information section has been updated. some 2004 ? 2017 model year toyota vehicles may exhibit odor
Bulletin:
T-SB-0166-16
Component:
162310 structure:body:door:hinge and attachments
Summary:
Tsb: some 2013 ? 2016 model year avalon and avalon hv vehicles may exhibit a rattle noise from the base of the left front door trim during audio playback. follow the procedure in this bulletin to address this condition.
Bulletin:
T-SB-0012-13 Rev
Component:
118000 electrical system: software
Summary:
Tsb: obsolete notice: september 14, 2016: this bulletin is now obsolete. please see t-sb-0134-16.
Bulletin:
T-SB-0133-14_Obs
Component:
353500 equipment:electrical:navigational system(global positioning system)
Summary:
Tsb: obsolete notice november 16, 2017: this bulletin is now obsolete. please see t-sb-0294-17.
Bulletin:
T-SB-0229-12_Rev
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Tsb: revision notice november 22, 2017 rev1: ? applicability has been updated to include 2014 ? 2018 model year vehicles. any previous printed versions of this bulletin should be discarded. in the event that a toyota vehicle becomes submerg
Bulletin:
T-TT-0272-13
Component:
050000 parking brake
Summary:
Some 2014 camry, camry hv, avalon, and avalon hv vehicles may exhibit a tight parking brake condition at one or both rear wheels.
Bulletin:
T-SB-0017-14
Component:
199000 tires:pressure monitoring and regulating systems
Summary:
The purpose of this bulletin is to provide a procedure to adjust tire pressure correctly when outside temperature is significantly colder or warmer than shop temperature. seasonal temperature change can dramatically alter tire pressure, whi
Bulletin:
T-TT-0288-14
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
Prior to installing remanufactured u660 and u760 transaxles, it is necessary to remove the lower oil cooler tube union from the original transaxle case and install it into the reman unit. a new o-ring and printed installation instructions
Bulletin:
T-TT-0272-13
Component:
050000 parking brake
Summary:
Some 2014 camry, camry hv, avalon, and avalon hv vehicles may exhibit a tight parking brake condition at one or both rear wheels.
Bulletin:
T-TT-0005-10
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
Starting with 2010 model year, toyota began a gradual transition to the use of synthetic 0w-20 viscosity engine oil. there a re man benefits of this oil.
Bulletin:
T-SB-0020-13
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
Some 2014 model year vehicles are equipped with a smart key system, which allows the customer to enter and start the vehicle without using a mechanical key. to ensure the system is operating properly, the smart key functions (smart entry an
Bulletin:
T-SB-0021-13
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
Long-term or off-site storage requires special care to keep vehicles factory fresh and ready for delivery. the following guidelines should be performed to minimize vehicle component/part degradation due to extended vehicle storage condition
Bulletin:
T-SB-0022-13
Component:
200000 wheels
Summary:
During the manufacturing process tires are mounted on the vehicle as matched sets to help reduce conditions such as pulling or drifting. if the wheels are replaced or refinished before vehicle delivery, it is important that the tires remain
Bulletin:
T-SB-0023-13
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
2014 model year vehicles are equipped with driver?s side floor mat retaining clips to secure the floor mat in the correct position. in addition, some models may utilize retaining clips for passenger side and rear seat floor mats as well. fo
Bulletin:
T-SB-0026-13
Component:
353000 equipment:electrical
Summary:
If the hybrid vehicle is put into storage, the state of charge (soc) of its hv battery and auxiliary battery will gradually decrease. to prevent the auxiliary battery from becoming discharged during storage, proper maintenance is necessary.
Bulletin:
T-SB-0391-08 Rev
Component:
100000 power train
Summary:
This bulletin contains general vehicle pulling diagnosis and repair procedures along with specific information to help correct pulling complaints.
Bulletin:
T-TT-0222-13
Component:
011000 steering:wheel and handle bar
Summary:
The vehicle will not start or ready-on and the steering wheel lock is engaged so that the steering wheel may only be turned very little from side-to-side.
Bulletin:
T-TT-0226-13
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
The customer is having difficulty changing the multi-display screen from day mode. if the multi-display screen is set to day mode when the headlights are on, the setting we be memorized when the engine is turned off.
Bulletin:
SST Requirements
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
Ssts are key elements to provide your customers with swift and accurate repairs resulting in superior customer satisfaction.
Bulletin:
T-SB-0012-13
Component:
118000 electrical system: software
Summary:
Flash reprogramming allows the ecu software to be updated without replacing the ecu. flash calibration updates for specific vehicle models/ecus are released as field-fix procedures described in individual service bulletins. this bulletin de
Bulletin:
T-TT-0213-13
Component:
140000 air bags
Summary:
Toyota vehicles are equipped with srs, including various airbags and in some models, seat belt pre-tensioners, to help reduce the risk of injury in a collision. if a customer expresses any concerns that the srs airbags or pretensioner devi
Bulletin:
T-TT-0118-11 Rev
Component:
111000 electrical system:battery
Summary:
Technicians should confirm the following key points to minimize the potential for future mil "on" concerns after hv battery replacement.
Bulletin:
T-SB-0032-14 Obs
Component:
021000 suspension:front
Summary:
Tsb: obsolete notice: this bulletin is no longer applicable and is now obsolete.
Bulletin:
TSB-0012-13 Rev2
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
Tsb: flash reprogramming allows the ecu software to be updated without replacing the ecu. flash calibration updates for specific vehicle models/ecus are released as field-fix procedures described in individual service bulletins. this bull
Bulletin:
T-TT-0381-16
Component:
118000 electrical system: software
Summary:
Tech tip: some customers may experience difficulty programming homelink.
Bulletin:
T-SB-0157-14
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Tsb: some 2013 ? 2014 model year avalon and avalon hv vehicles equipped with a rear window sunshade may exhibit a condition in which the sunshade rises with no switch input in high ambient temperatures. follow the repair procedure in this
Bulletin:
T-SB-0159-14
Component:
162900 structure:body:roof and pillars
Summary:
Tsb: some 2013 ? 2014 model year avalon and avalon hv vehicles may exhibit a condition where the headliner is sagging or loose along the rear edge of the moon roof opening and there is a noticeable gap between the headliner and sun shade.
Bulletin:
T-TT-0360-15
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Tt: customers may experience connectivity issues when the following conditions are met: the customer's iphone is operating on ios9 firmware. the customer's iphone is connected to the vehicle via bluetooth. the customer may complain of the f
Bulletin:
TTT-0344-15 Rev1
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Tt: iphone text messages do not appear on multimedia dis[play.
Bulletin:
TTT-0234-13 Rev6
Component:
353000 equipment:electrical
Summary:
Tt: since my 2011, several different update or upgrade usb ssts have been issued for toyota audio and navigation systems. refer to the chart below for a comprehensive list of all current and previously issued usb ssts and their applicabilit
Bulletin:
T-TT-0365-15
Component:
111000 electrical system:battery
Summary:
Tt: a vehicle may arrive to the dealer with a mil ?on? condition and p0a80 stored in the memory. some cases have been identified with internal modification done to the hv battery. modified or altered parts are not covered under warranty.
Bulletin:
TTT-0337-15 Rev1
Component:
118000 electrical system: software
Summary:
Tt: when updating either the navigation or radio firmware, verify the vehicle applicability before beginning the update.
Bulletin:
T-TT-0385-16
Component:
118000 electrical system: software
Summary:
Tech tip: this tech tip is being provided to bring attention to the new location of the entune/nav/map update and upgrade usb directory. click on the tis tab, diagnostics tab, telematics tab, and the document is now located under the refer
Bulletin:
T-SB-0051-15 Rev
Component:
220000 seats
Summary:
Tsb: some 2012 ? 2014 model year camry/camry hv and 2013 ? 2014 model year avalon/avalon hv, limited and xle grade vehicles may exhibit a condition in which the front seat cover material has become loose at the front edge of the seat, and i
Bulletin:
TTT-0268-13 Rev3
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Tt: some customers may encounter bluetooth connectivity concerns such as: ? difficulty pairing the phone. ? intermittent bluetooth failure to connect when first turning on the vehicle. ? various bluetooth audio functions are no lon
Bulletin:
T-TT-0374-15
Component:
118000 electrical system: software
Summary:
Tt: since my 2011, several different update or upgrade usb ssts have been issued for toyota audio and navigation systems. refer to the chart below for a comprehensive list of all current and previously issued usb ssts and their applicab
Bulletin:
T-SB-0036-13 Rev
Component:
100000 power train
Summary:
Tsb: this bulletin includes basic procedures for inspecting and adjusting world standard (ws) automatic transmission fluid (atf) level at normal vehicle operating temperature. note: the following adjustment procedures are for u660e/f and
Bulletin:
T-TT-0391-16
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
Tt: when replacing the hard disk drive (hdd) or navigation unit (navi unit) follow the instructions below.
Bulletin:
T-TT-0392-16
Component:
353000 equipment:electrical
Summary:
Tt: some customers may experience bluetooth connection issues after updating the android operating system to 5.x.x (lollipop) or later.
Bulletin:
T-SB-0051-15
Component:
220000 seats
Summary:
Tsb: some 2012 ? 2014 model year camry/camry hv and 2013 ? 2014 model year avalon/avalon hv, limited and xle grade vehicles may exhibit a condition in which the front seat cover material has become loose at front edge of seat and is hanging
Bulletin:
T-SB-0160-14 Rev
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Tsb: some 2014 model year applicable vehicles equipped with entune? audio (version 010169) / entune? audio plus (version 010171) entune? premium audio (version 01085) may exhibit one or more of the following conditions: bluetooth® someti
Bulletin:
T-SB-0061-15
Component:
353000 equipment:electrical
Summary:
Tsb: some 2012 model year vehicles equipped with a display audio navigation system and entune? (version less than 2.1.0) may exhibit one or more of the following conditions: ? vehicle orientation slow to update after vehicle startup ? fiv
Bulletin:
T-SB-0163-13 Rev
Component:
118000 electrical system: software
Summary:
Tsb: use the following procedures to check and/or update the software version of entune/navigation for non-hdd type units.
Bulletin:
T-TT-0293-14 Rev
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Tt: safety connect is a vehicle option which requires a subscription fee for the system to be active. the first year of service is provided in the vehicle purchase price. once the subscription has lapsed the dcm will be in an inactive state
Bulletin:
T-TT-0234-13 Rev
Component:
353600 equipment:air conditioner
Summary:
Tt: since my 2011, several different update or upgrade usb ssts have been issued for toyota audio and navigation systems. refer to the chart below for a comprehensive list of all current and previously issued usb ssts and their applicabilit
Bulletin:
T-TT-0294-14 Rev
Component:
070000 fuel system, gasoline
Summary:
Tt: greenhouse gas logic (ghc) has been implemented on toyota a/c systems to reduce tailpipe emissions. the federal government issues café (corporate average fuel economy) credits to vehicle manufacturers that implement new technologies tha
Bulletin:
T-TT-0234-13 Rev
Component:
353500 equipment:electrical:navigational system(global positioning system)
Summary:
Tt: since my 2011, several different update or upgrade usb ssts have been issued for toyota audio and navigation systems. refer to the chart below for a comprehensive list of all current and previously issued usb ssts and their applicabilit
Bulletin:
T-TT-0392-16 Rev
Component:
118000 electrical system: software
Summary:
Tt: some customers may experience bluetooth connection issues after updating the android operating system to 5.x.x (lollipop) or later.
Bulletin:
T-TT-0395-16
Component:
111000 electrical system:battery
Summary:
Tt: hv batteries have liquid filled cell modules, to prevent leakage from cells, it is very important to confirm the proper orientation mark of the drc.
Bulletin:
T-SB-0044-16
Component:
162000 structure:body
Summary:
Tsb: on some vehicles, when rapgard? is removed, the paint may have a stained appearance. these stains appear to be under the clear coat (repainting this area is not necessary). the stain patterns are usually under wrinkles in the rapgard?
Bulletin:
T-TT-0442-17_Rev
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
Tt: safety connect is a vehicle option which requires a subscription fee for the system to be active. the trail period of service is provided upon the vehicle purchase. once the subscription has expired the dcm (telematics transceiver) will
Bulletin:
T-SB-0039-18
Component:
134000 visibility:sun roof assembly
Summary:
Tsb: supersession notice the information contained in this bulletin supersedes service bulletin no. t-sb-0151-13. * applicability has been updated to include 2016 - 2018 model year avalon and avalon hv and 2017 model year camry and camry h
Bulletin:
T-SB-0044-16
Component:
160000 structure
Summary:
Tsb: on some vehicles, when rapgard? is removed, the paint may have a stained appearance. these stains appear to be under the clear coat (repainting this area is not necessary). the stain patterns are usually under wrinkles in the rapgard?
Bulletin:
SET-TSB-17-002
Component:
160000 structure
Summary:
Discusses repair procedures for southeast toyota accessory rear lip spoilers for avalon vehicles, lifting condition.
Bulletin:
T-TT-0442-17
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Tt: safety connect is a vehicle option which requires a subscription fee for the system to be active. the first year of service is provided in the vehicle purchase price. once the subscription has expired the dcm (telematics transceiver) wi
Bulletin:
T-SB-0151-13_Obs
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Tsb: obsolete notice may 29, 2018: this bulletin is now obsolete. please see t-sb-0039-18.
Bulletin:
T-SB-0057-18
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
Tsb: supersession notice the information contained in this bulletin supersedes service bulletin no. t-sb-0043-14. ? applicability has been updated to include 2017 ? 2018 model year toyota vehicles. service bulletin no. t-sb-0043-14 is obso
Bulletin:
T-SB-0304-17_Rev
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
Tsb: revision notice july 31, 2018 rev2: ? the supersession notice has been updated. january 11, 2018 rev1: ? the supersession notice has been updated. any previous printed versions of this bulletin should be discarded. supersession notice
Bulletin:
PG004-97-Obsolet
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
Technical service bulletin: obsolete notice: july 31, 2018: this bulletin is now obsolete. please see t-sb-0304-17.
Bulletin:
PG006-01-Obsolet
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
Technical service bulletin: obsolete notice: july 31, 2018: this bulletin is now obsolete. please see t-sb-0304-17.
Bulletin:
Safety Recall an
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
Update on technician certification requirements.

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