Repair and Diagnosis: Technical Service Bulletins
- How to Find Technical Service Bulletins by Category/Symptom
- Recalls
- Generals
- Campaign - EPS Steering Gear Replacement
- Dealer Letter
- Q & A
- Owner Letter
- Technical Instructions For Various 2006 and 2007 GS and IS Models
- Campaign - Rear Brake Caliper Inspection
- Campaign - EPS Steering Gear Replacement
- Safety
- Recall 11V029000: Potential Fuel Pressure Sensor Leaks
- Recall 09V020000: Fuel Rail Replacement
- Recall - Engine Valve Spring Breakage
- Dealer Letter
- Valve Spring Replacement Q & A
- Owner Letter
- Technical Instructions For Safety Recall ALE
- Information - 350 Models
- 2007 - 2008 GS 350 and 2006 - 2008 Is 350
- I. Operation Flowchart - 350 Models
- II. Identification of Affected Vehicles - 350 Models
- III. Preparation - 350 Models
- IV. Background - 350 Models
- V. Work Procedure - 350 Models
- A. Release the Fuel Pressure - 350 Models
- B. Gain Access For Valve Cover Removal (Remove Auxiliary Engine Components) - 350 Models
- C. Remove the Valve Cover and Timing Chain Tensioner - 350 Models
- D. Remove the Camshafts - 350 Models
- E. Remove and Replace the Valve Springs - 350 Models
- F. Reinstall the Camshafts - 350 Models
- G. Reinstall the Timing Chain Tensioner and Valve Cover - 350 Models
- H. Reinstall the Auxiliary Engine Components - 350 Models
- Appendix - 350 Models
- 2007 - 2008 GS 450H
- Information - 450 Models
- I. Operation Flowchart - 450 Models
- II. Identification of Affected Vehicles - 450 Models
- III. Identification of Affected Vehicles - 450 Models
- IV. Background - 450 Models
- V. Work Procedure - 450 Models
- A. Release the Fuel Pressure - 450 Models
- B. Gain Access For Valve Cover Removal (Remove Auxiliary Engine Components) - 450 Models
- C. Remove the Valve Cover and Timing Chain Tensioner - 450 Models
- D. Remove the Camshafts - 450 Models
- E. Remove and Replace the Valve Springs - 450 Models
- F. Reinstall the Camshafts - 450 Models
- G. Reinstall the Timing Chain Tensioner and Valve Cover - 450 Models
- H. Reinstall the Auxiliary Engine Components - 450 Models
- Appendix - 450 Models
- Generals
- Customer Interest
- Canada - Steering - Notchy Steering Feel At Highway Speeds
- Canada - Brakes - Front Brake Squeak Noise
- Canada - Engine Control - MIL ON/DTC P0A7F Set
- Canada - A/C - A/C Evaporator Drain Blockage
- Canada - Interior - Inner Rear View Mirror Discolored/Striped
- Canada - Entertainment - XM Satellite Radio Inoperative
- Canada - Engine Control - MIL ON DTC's P0731/P0732
- Canada - Engine Control - MIL ON DTC's P0867/P0990
- Canada - A/C - A/C Odors
- Canada - Body - Trunk Not Opening Electrically/DTC B2216
- Canada - Fuel System - Fuel Door Loose/Difficult To Close
- Canada - Keyless System - Intermittant No Start/Crank
- Canada - Parking Brake System - Rattle From Vehicle Rear
- Canada - Body - Lower B-Pillar Garnish Gouging/Scratching
- Canada - A/C - Evaporator Drain Blockage
- Canada - Mirror - Inner Rear View Mirror Vibration
- Canada - Engine Control - MIL ON DTC P0335
- Canada - Navigation System - Voice Recognition Malfunction
- Canada - Brakes - MIL ON DTC's after Brake Pads Replaced
- Canada - Navigation System - Shows Wrong Location
- Canada - Windows - Windshield Tick/Creak/Rattle Noise
- Canada - Interior - Instrument Panel, Rattle
- Canada - Interior - Front Seat, Squeak Noise
- Canada - Brakes - Front Brake Pads, Brake Dust
- A/C - System Operation Delayed For 1st Few Seconds
- Interior - Power Front Seat Is Inoperative/Fuse Blown
- Interior - Rear Seat Head Rest(s) Wrinkled
- Steering - Notchy Feel At Highway Speeds
- Brakes - Front Brake Squeal/Squeak On Light Application
- Interior - Front Seat Squeaking Noise
- Engine Controls - MIL ON/DTC P0335 Set
- Navigation System - Talk Back System Malfunction
- Interior - Inside Mirror Vibrates
- Brakes - Rattle From Vehicle Rear on Bumps
- Interior - B-Pillar Lower Moulding Scratched/Gouged
- Interior - Instrument Panel Rattle
- Body - Trunk Won't Open Electrically/DTC B2216 Set
- Body - Fuel Door Loose/Difficult To Close
- Brakes - Excessive Brake Dust On Wheels
- Brakes - Front Brake Squeal/Squeak In Cold Weather
- Body - Moonroof Auto-Close Function Inoperative
- Engine Controls - MIL ON/DTC's P0867/P0990 Set
- Engine Controls - MIL ON/DTC's P0731/P0732 Set
- Keyless Starting - Intermittent No Crank/No Start
- Audio System - Satellite Radio Inop Until Ign. Is Cycled
- Brakes - Excessive Brake Dust On Front Wheels
- Instruments - Poor Inside Rearview Mirror Image Quality
- A/C - Water Leaks Onto Front/Rear Floor
- A/C - Intermittent Odor Problem
- Body - Tick Noise From Upper/Lower Windshield Area
- Hybrid Systems - MIL ON/DTC P07AF Set
- Recommended Repairs
- Superceded Bulletins
- SB0018-09 - 02/23/09
- SB0091-08 - 09/10/08
- Vehicle - Certification Label Information
- Vehicle - Replacement Certification Label Information
- PG001-06 - 03/30/06
- Body - Upper/Lower Windshield Tick Noise
- Body - Upper/Lower Windshield Ticking Noise
- Body Upper/Lower Windshield Ticking Noise
- Body/Frame - Sealing Hem-Flanges & Body Seams
- Body - Moonroof Initialization Procedure
- Interior - Rattle From Instrument Panel
- Keyless Entry - Smart Key Battery Diagnostics
- Navigation System - Voice Recognition Malfunction
- Navigation System - Shows Vehicle in Wrong Location
- A/C - Driver/Passenger Front/Rear Carpets Wet
- A/C - Water on Front/Rear Carpets
- Suspension - Shock Absorber Replacement Criteria
- Smart Key(R) System - Intermittent No Crank/No Start
- Brakes - Alternative Front Brake Pads For Excessive Dust
- Brakes - Alternative Front Brake Pad Availability
- Brakes - Alternative Front Brake Pads
- Brakes - Alternate Front Brake Pads
- Brakes - Front Brake Squeak In Cold Weather
- A/T - Identification/Serial Number Locations
- A/T - Reman A/T Serial Number Location
- A/T - Serial Number Locations
- Engine Controls - Techstream(R) ECU Flash Reprogramming
- Hybrid Systems - Electrical Safety Precautions
- Engine - Serial Number Location
- Steering - Vehicle Pulls To One Side Manual Supplement
- Steering - Vehicle Pulling, Manual Supplement
- A/T - 'World Standard' Fluid Information
- A/C - Cabin Filter Replacement Procedure
- A/C - Intermittent Unpleasant Odors
- Vehicle - Long Term Storage Guidelines
- Tires - Pressure Compensation/Adjustment
- All Technical Service Bulletins
- Vehicle - Flood Damage Inspection And Handling
- Canada - Engine Controls - Accelerator Pedal Sensor Precaution
- Body - Sealing Hem Flanges And Body Seams
- Canada - Cooling System - Water Pump Diagnostic Information
- Canada - Air Bag System - Seat Cover Side Airbags
- Canada - Suspension - Shock/Strut Replacement
- Canada - A/T - Torque Converter Bolt Installation
- Canada - Steering - Notchy Steering Feel At Highway Speeds
- Canada - Brakes - Front Brake Squeak Noise
- Canada - A/T - A/T World Standard Fluid
- Canada - Engine Control - MIL ON/DTC P0A7F Set
- Canada - A/C - A/C Evaporator Drain Blockage
- Canada - Interior - Inner Rear View Mirror Discolored/Striped
- Canada - Engine - Cylinder Head Cover Baffle Precautions
- Canada - Entertainment - XM Satellite Radio Inoperative
- Canada - Navigation System - Navigation Map Update
- Canada - Electrical - Battery Information
- Canada - Engine Control - MIL ON DTC's P0731/P0732
- Canada - Hybrid System - Hybrid Electrical Safety Precaution
- Canada - Engine Control - MIL ON DTC's P0867/P0990
- Canada - A/C - A/C Odors
- Canada - Body - Trunk Not Opening Electrically/DTC B2216
- Canada - Engine - Engine Serial Number Location
- Canada - A/T - A/T Serial Number Identification
- Canada - Fuel System - Fuel Door Loose/Difficult To Close
- Canada - Keyless System - Intermittant No Start/Crank
- Canada - Parking Brake System - Rattle From Vehicle Rear
- Canada - Body - Lower B-Pillar Garnish Gouging/Scratching
- Canada - Steering - VSC Zero Point Calibration
- Canada - A/C - Evaporator Drain Blockage
- Canada - Body - Moon Roof Initialization After Service
- Canada - A/C - Cabin Air Filter Replacement
- Canada - Accessories - HDD Navigation Program Setup
- Canada - Mirror - Inner Rear View Mirror Vibration
- Canada - Engine Control - MIL ON DTC P0335
- Canada - Engine Control - ECM Reflash Procedure
- Canada - Tire Monitoring System - TPMS Tips
- Canada - Drivetrain - Driveshaft Assembly Replacement Info.
- Canada - Navigation System - Voice Recognition Malfunction
- Canada - Brakes - MIL ON DTC's after Brake Pads Replaced
- Canada - A/T -Remanufactured A/T Serial Number Location
- Canada - Navigation System - Shows Wrong Location
- Canada - Keyless Entry - Smart Key(R) Specifications
- Canada - Windows - Windshield Tick/Creak/Rattle Noise
- Canada - Interior - Instrument Panel, Rattle
- Canada - Hybrid Drive System - Hybrid Inverter Precautions
- Canada - Engine - Engine Lubrication, 0W20 And 5W20 Oils
- Canada - Interior - Front Seat, Squeak Noise
- Canada - Hybrid Drive Systems - Maintenance HV/Aux Battery
- Canada - Entertainment - Audio Reference Guide
- Canada - Steering - Initialization VGRS System
- Canada - Collision Avoidance - Parking Assist System Calibratio
- Canada - Tire Monitoring System - TPMS Activation
- Canada - Instruments - Calibration Of Compass
- Canada - Window - Initialization Power Window
- Canada - Interior - Initialization Drivers Seat
- Canada - Engine Control - TDT Lexus diagnostic Tester
- Canada - Brakes - Front Brake Pads, Brake Dust
- Canada - Cooling System - Radiator Cap Inspection
- Canada - Engine Control - Failure Initialize CAN Interface
- Canada - Tires Wheels - Tire Rotation Guide
- Canada - A/C - A/C Sensor Inspection
- Canada - Engine Control - ECM Reprogramming Process
- Canada - Engine Control - Oxygen Sensor Location Identification
- Engine Controls - Accelerator Pedal Sensor Service Precautions
- Canada - Exhuast - Sulfur Odor/Smell From Exhaust
- Canada - Engine Control - Software And Calibration Files TDT
- Canada - Accessories - Programming Homelink
- Canada - Vehicle - Replacement VIN Plates And Compliance Lables
- A/C - System Operation Delayed For 1st Few Seconds
- Body - Body Welding Specifications/Substitutions
- Body - Collision Repair Information
- Body - Paintless Dent Repair Guidelines
- Suspension - Shock Absorber Replacement Criterion
- Cooling System - Water Pump Leak Inspection/Diagnostics
- Electrical - Interior Electrical Component Precautions
- Interior - Power Front Seat Is Inoperative/Fuse Blown
- Interior - Rear Seat Head Rest(s) Wrinkled
- Steering - Notchy Feel At Highway Speeds
- Brakes - Front Brake Squeal/Squeak On Light Application
- Recall 11V029000: Potential Fuel Pressure Sensor Leaks
- A/T - World Standard Automatic Transmission Fluid
- Vehicle - Usage Of Non-OE Parts
- Vehicle - Replacement VIN Plates/Certification Labels
- Vehicle - Replacement VIN Plate Information
- Hybrid System - Emergency Response Training CD
- Parking Assist System - Initialization Procedure
- Audio System - Quick Reference Troubleshooting Guide
- Steering - Variable Gear Ratio Steering Initialization
- Brakes - MIL On/DTCs C1341-C1344 After Pad Replacement
- Interior - Driver Seat/Head Restraint Initialization
- Body Power Sliding Roof Initialization Procedure
- Body - Power Sliding Roof Initialization Procedure
- Battery - HV Battery/Auxiliary Battery Maintenance
- Battery Maintenance for In-Stock Vehicles
- Instruments - Compass Calibration Procedure
- Cell Phone - Bluetooth(R) Compatibility
- Hybrid System - Inverter Removal/Installation Precaution
- 'Smart Key' (R) - Specifications
- Body - Power Window Initialization Procedure
- Navigation System - Shows Vehicle In Wrong Location
- Interior - Front Seat Squeaking Noise
- Restraints - Seat Belt Extenders
- Tire Monitor System - Transmitter Activation Procedure
- Drivetrain - Driveshaft Replacement Precautions
- Engine Controls - MIL ON/DTC P0335 Set
- Air Bag System - Repair Manual Supplement
- Engine Controls - Bank 1/Bank 2 O2 Sensor Identification
- Navigation System - Talk Back System Malfunction
- Interior - Inside Mirror Vibrates
- Electrical - Absorbed Glass Mat (AGM Battery Information
- Restraints - SRS Component Disposal
- Body - Exterior Color/Scratch & Acid Resistant Paint
- Restraints - Seat Belt Extender Availability
- Hybrid System - Electrical Safety Precautions
- A/C - Interior (Cabin) Filter Replacement
- Engine - Cylinder Head Cover Baffle Precautions
- Brakes - Rattle From Vehicle Rear on Bumps
- ABS/TCS - Zero Point Calibration Information
- A/T, M/T - Alignment Pin Service Precaution
- Interior - B-Pillar Lower Moulding Scratched/Gouged
- Lighting - HID Headlamp Diagnostic Tips
- Body/Frame - Protective Wax Coating Information
- Interior - Instrument Panel Rattle
- Recall 09V020000: Fuel Rail Replacement
- Body - Trunk Won't Open Electrically/DTC B2216 Set
- Body - Fuel Door Loose/Difficult To Close
- Engine - Valve Timing Procedure
- Steering/Suspension - Vehicle Pull Repair Supplement
- Brakes - Excessive Brake Dust On Wheels
- Brakes - Front Brake Squeal/Squeak In Cold Weather
- Body - Moonroof Auto-Close Function Inoperative
- Engine Controls - MIL ON/DTC's P0867/P0990 Set
- Engine Controls - MIL ON/DTC's P0731/P0732 Set
- Body/Frame - Sectioning Guidelines
- Body/Frame - Panel Adhesive Information
- Body/Frame - Collision Damage Repair Precautions
- Body - Acid Rain Paint Damage Prevention/Repair
- Body/Interior - Trim Removal & Installation
- Body - Plastic Bumper Refinishing
- Electrical - SRS and HV Wiring Repairs
- Restraints - SRS Service Precations
- Campaign - EPS Steering Gear Replacement
- Dealer Letter
- Q & A
- Owner Letter
- Technical Instructions For Various 2006 and 2007 GS and IS Models
- Campaign - Rear Brake Caliper Inspection
- Wipers/Washers - Wiper Blade Maintenance/Cleaning
- Keyless Starting - Intermittent No Crank/No Start
- Body - Bumper Component Repair
- Paint - Refinishing Information
- Audio System - Satellite Radio Inop Until Ign. Is Cycled
- Engine - Serial Number Locations/Identification
- Brakes - Excessive Brake Dust On Front Wheels
- Engine Controls - A/F And O2 Sensor Identification
- Vehicle - Long Term Storage Guideline
- Instruments - Poor Inside Rearview Mirror Image Quality
- A/C - Water Leaks Onto Front/Rear Floor
- A/C - Intermittent Odor Problem
- Engine Controls - Techstream(R) ECU Re-Flash Procedure
- Recall 10V309000: Potential Engine Valve Spring Failure
- Body - Tick Noise From Upper/Lower Windshield Area
- Keyless Systems - Smart Key(R) Battery Diagnostics
- A/C - Electric Compressor Special Lubricant
- Recall - Engine Valve Spring Breakage
- Dealer Letter
- Valve Spring Replacement Q & A
- Owner Letter
- Technical Instructions For Safety Recall ALE
- Information - 350 Models
- 2007 - 2008 GS 350 and 2006 - 2008 Is 350
- I. Operation Flowchart - 350 Models
- II. Identification of Affected Vehicles - 350 Models
- III. Preparation - 350 Models
- IV. Background - 350 Models
- V. Work Procedure - 350 Models
- A. Release the Fuel Pressure - 350 Models
- B. Gain Access For Valve Cover Removal (Remove Auxiliary Engine Components) - 350 Models
- C. Remove the Valve Cover and Timing Chain Tensioner - 350 Models
- D. Remove the Camshafts - 350 Models
- E. Remove and Replace the Valve Springs - 350 Models
- F. Reinstall the Camshafts - 350 Models
- G. Reinstall the Timing Chain Tensioner and Valve Cover - 350 Models
- H. Reinstall the Auxiliary Engine Components - 350 Models
- Appendix - 350 Models
- 2007 - 2008 GS 450H
- Information - 450 Models
- I. Operation Flowchart - 450 Models
- II. Identification of Affected Vehicles - 450 Models
- III. Identification of Affected Vehicles - 450 Models
- IV. Background - 450 Models
- V. Work Procedure - 450 Models
- A. Release the Fuel Pressure - 450 Models
- B. Gain Access For Valve Cover Removal (Remove Auxiliary Engine Components) - 450 Models
- C. Remove the Valve Cover and Timing Chain Tensioner - 450 Models
- D. Remove the Camshafts - 450 Models
- E. Remove and Replace the Valve Springs - 450 Models
- F. Reinstall the Camshafts - 450 Models
- G. Reinstall the Timing Chain Tensioner and Valve Cover - 450 Models
- H. Reinstall the Auxiliary Engine Components - 450 Models
- Appendix - 450 Models
- Tires - Inflation Pressure Adjustment/Compensation
- Hybrid Systems - MIL ON/DTC P07AF Set
- Body - Corrosion Prevention & Sound Absorption Info.
- Body - HSS/UHSS Cabin Reinforcement Repair/Replacement
- Body - Approved Collision Repair Methods
- Restraints - OCS System Initialization
- Body - Seat Cover Replacement For Side Airbag Vehicles
- Canada - Vehicle - Flood Damage Inspection
- Body/Frame - Body Sectioning Information
- Brakes - Park Brake Pedal Force Gauge