Canada - Windows - Front Door Glass, Wind Noise
BulletinTSB2793
Issue Date
June 21, 2010
Title
WIND NOISE FROM FRONT SIDE GLASS
Component
BODY
Models
'10 RX350
INTRODUCTION:
Some 2010 RX350 vehicles may exhibit a wind turbulence noise condition noticeable from the front side window area. This condition is most notable at highway speeds. New acoustic glass is available to improve this condition.
NOTE
This TSB addresses unusual interior noise that may be present in some vehicles, by carefully following the instructions in this TSB, noise levels may be improved. Customers should be made aware that some level of wind turbulence noise, especially in cross wind conditions, is present in all vehicles. A vehicle, such as the RX350, which is one of the quietest vehicles in its segment today, may tend to draw attention to normal wind turbulence or rushing sounds because of the relative absence of other ambient noises.
APPLICABILITY:
PRODUCTION CHANGE INFORMATION:
This TSB applies to vehicles produced BEFORE the Production Change Effective VIN shown.
WARRANTY INFORMATION:
PARTS INFORMATION:
REQUIRED TOOLS & EQUIPMENT:
REPAIR PROCEDURE:
Use the same procedure for the left and right sides of the vehicle as needed.
1. Confirm front side windows are the source of wind turbulence noise.
A. If noise is verified, proceed to step 2 - Remove the side window glass.
B. If noise is NOT confirmed from the side window, STOP. The source of the noise may be coming from a different location. This TSB does NOT apply. Diagnose the source of the wind turbulence noise and repair as needed.
2. Remove the side window glass.
For side window glass removal instructions refer to the Repair Manual within E-TAS / TIS library:
- Division: Lexus
- Model: RX350
- Year: 2010
- Service Category: Vehicle Exterior
- Section: Door/Hatch
- Keyword: Front Door: Disassembly
3. Replace the front side window glass.
For side window glass installation instructions refer to the Repair Manual within E-TAS / TIS library:
- Division: Lexus
- Model: RX350
- Year: 2010
- Service Category: Vehicle Exterior
- Section: Door/Hatch
- Keyword: Front Door: Reassembly
4. Glass Breakage Sensor Calibration, if applicable.
A. For vehicles equipped with a Glass Breakage Sensor, the sensor position and/or system sensitivity will need to be calibrated for the new glass.
B. Determine if the Glass Breakage Sensor was installed at the Factory or as a Post Production Option (PPO)/ Dealer Installed Option (DIO).
C. If Factory Installed, follow the PPO/DIO Glass Breakage Sensor Accessory Installation Procedure in TIS to adjust GBS system sensitivity for acoustic glass.
D. If PPO/DIO, follow the PPO/DIO Glass Breakage Sensor Accessory Installation Procedure in TIS to adjust GBS system sensitivity and relocate the GBS microphone for acoustic glass.
NOTE
System Sensitivity should be set to 9.
5. Confirm that noise has been reduced.
NOTE:
Issue of this Technical Service Bulletin is to ensure that proper repair information is available. IT DOES NOT CONSTITUTE AN AUTHORIZATION FOR REPAIR. Normal provisions of the formal warranty policy, as applicable, will apply.