Canada - Signals - Turn Signals Flashing Abnormally

Bulletin
0454

Issue Date
2001-04-04

Market
Canada

Reference
BE-01-001

Model
ES300

Year Range
1997 ~ 2001

Component
BE

Subject:
TURN SIGNALS FLASHING ABNORMALLY

Some 1997 - 2001 model year ES 300 vehicles may exhibit a condition in which turn signals on one side of the vehicle (either left or right) flash at a different rate than the other side. To correct this situation, the shape of the front turn signal socket has been modified to improve the ground circuit of the bulb.

APPLICABLE VEHICLES: 1997 - 2001 model year ES 300 vehicles built prior to the VINs specified below.







PRODUCTION CHANGE INFORMATION:







PARTS INFORMATION:

REPAIR PROCEDURE:
1. Replace the front turn signal plug assembly, on the side that operates abnormally.
2. Inspect the bulb. If wear is visible on the bottom contacts and/or side contact, replace the bulb.







REPAIR TIME:

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.