2012 Lexus IS 250
85 Technical Service Bulletins (TSBs)
TSB List for the 2012 Lexus IS 250
Technical Service Bulletins (TSBs) for the 2012 IS 250 are official communications between Lexus & their dealerships that describe processes for troubleshooting or fixing certain common problems. All vehicle manufacturers are required by U.S. law to make their TSBs available to the public.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
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TSB #L-TT-0142-13
Tech Tip: Starting with the 2010 Model Year, Lexus began a gradual transition to the use of synthetic 0w-20 viscosity engine oil. Read More »
POWER TRAIN
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TSB #L-SB-0030-11 Rev
TSB: The purpose of this bulletin is to provide information regarding transmission and/or park neutral position switch installation. Read More »
POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION
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TSB #L-SB-0030-11 Rev
TSB: The purpose of this bulletin is to provide information regarding transmission and/or park neutral position switch installation. Read More »
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TSB #LSB-0030-11
TOYOTA: TRANSMISSION OR PARK/NEUTRAL SWITCH INSTALLATION INFORMATION. *RM Read More »
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
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TSB #L-SB-0082-14
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. Read More »
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TSB #L-SB-0007-11 Rev
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. Read More »
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TSB #L-SB-0041-11 Rev
TSB: OBSOLETE NOTICE-October 16, 2014: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see L-SB-0082-14. Read More »
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TSB #L-SB-0153-08 Rev
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. Read More »
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TSB #L-SB-0001-11 Rev
TSB: World Standard (WS) Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) was introduced to reduce maintenance costs and increase the mileage between scheduled maintenance checks. Read More »
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TSB #L-SB-0084-08 Rev
TSB: The purpose of this bulletin is to assist in the identification and location of serial numbers on 2006 - 2014 model year automatic transmissions. Read More »
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TSB #L-SB-0017-13
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE. Read More »
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TSB #LSB-0030-11
TOYOTA: TRANSMISSION OR PARK/NEUTRAL SWITCH INSTALLATION INFORMATION. *RM Read More »
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
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TSB #L-SB-0021-14 Rev
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. Read More »
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:TORQUE CONVERTER
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TSB #L-SB-0007-11 Rev
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. Read More »
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
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TSB #L-TT-0202-16
TT: SOME CUSTOMERS MAY EXPERIENCE DIFFICULTY PROGRAMMING HOMELINK. Read More »
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TSB #L-SB-0020-15 REV
LSB: WHILE A VEHICLE IS IN INVENTORY, THE BATTERY IS SUBJECT TO CONDITIONS THAT CAN REDUCE ITS PERFORMANCE AND LIFE. Read More »
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TSB #L-SB-0020-15
LSB: While a vehicle is in inventory, the battery is subject to conditions that can reduce its performance and life. Read More »
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TSB #L-SB-0020-15
LSB: While a vehicle is in inventory, the battery is subject to conditions that can reduce its performance and life. Read More »
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TSB #L-SB-0066-11 Rev
LSB: When servicing interior electrical switches and components, please note the precautions in this bulletin to avoid damaging electrical components and switches. Read More »
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TSB #L-SB-0066-11 Rev
LSB: When servicing interior electrical switches and components, please note the precautions in this bulletin to avoid damaging electrical components and switches. Read More »
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
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TSB #L-SB-0020-15
LSB: While a vehicle is in inventory, the battery is subject to conditions that can reduce its performance and life. Read More »
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TSB #L-SB-0020-15
LSB: While a vehicle is in inventory, the battery is subject to conditions that can reduce its performance and life. Read More »
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
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TSB #L-SB-0086-16
TSB: Lexus models equipped with Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Navigation require a Special Service Tool and follow a unique process for updating the map, points of interest, and system software. Read More »
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TSB #L-TT-0144-13 Rev
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. Read More »
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TSB #L-SB-0082-13 Rev
LSB: Certain 2010-2013 model year Lexus models may exhibit one or more of several conditions. Navigation firmware has been updated to allow updating map to version 10.1 or later. Read More »
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TSB #L-SB-0083-13 Rev
LSB: Lexus models equipped with Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Navigation require a Special Service Tool and follow a unique process for updating map, points of interest, and system software. Read More »
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TSB #L-TT-0164-14 Rev
TT: Customer complains of various Bluetooth connectivity concerns after upgrading to iOS 8.0X. Conditions typically experienced include inability to pair the iPhone to the system, poor sound quality during phone calls placed through the ... Read More »
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TSB #L-TT-0172-15
TT: Techstream Health Check Results screenshots "Yes" for a Telematics ECU (DCM) Calibration update regardless of whether a calibration update is available or not. Read More »
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TSB #L-TT-0172-15
TT: Techstream Health Check Results screenshots "Yes" for a Telematics ECU (DCM) Calibration update regardless of whether a calibration update is available or not. Read More »
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TSB #L-SB-0021-14 Rev
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. Read More »
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TSB #L-TT-0164-14
Tech Tip: Customer complains of carious Bluetooth connectivity concerns after upgrading to iOS 8.0 and later. Read More »
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TSB #L-SB-0083-13 Rev
TSB: Lexus models equipped with Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Navigation require a Special Service Tool and follow a unique process for updating map, points of interest, and system software. Read More »
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TSB #L-SB-0082-13 Rev
TSB: Certain 2010 ? 2013 model year Lexus models may exhibit one or more of the following conditions: ? Steering wheel volume controls are intermittently inoperative. Read More »
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TSB #L-SB-0072-14
TSB: Lexus models equipped with Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Navigation may have their map data, Compact Disc Database (CDDB), and navigation head unit software updated using the Navigation Update Tool and the HDD Navigation Programs Installer. Read More »
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TSB #L-SB-0101-12 Rev
TSB: OBSOLETE NOTICE-October 1, 2014: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see L-SB-0072-14. Read More »
LIGHTING (PWS)
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TSB #L-SB-0005-12
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE. Read More »
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
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TSB #L-58-0005-12
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE. Read More »
VISIBILITY/WIPER (PWS)
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TSB #TMS-007-13
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE. Read More »
AIR BAGS
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TSB #TMS-007-13
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE. Read More »
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TSB #LTT-0111-13
LEXUS: SOME VEHICLES COME WITH THE SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEMS (SRS) AND TO HELP REDUCE INJURIES IN A COLLISION, SEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONERS DEVICES, THAT MAY OR MAY NOT PERFORM AS EXPECTED. MODELS YEARS LISTED 1990-2013. Read More »
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:WARNING LIGHT/DEVICES
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TSB #LTT-0111-13
LEXUS: SOME VEHICLES COME WITH THE SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEMS (SRS) AND TO HELP REDUCE INJURIES IN A COLLISION, SEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONERS DEVICES, THAT MAY OR MAY NOT PERFORM AS EXPECTED. MODELS YEARS LISTED 1990-2013. Read More »
STRUCTURE:BODY
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TSB #L-SB-0014-08 Rev
LSB: On some vehicles, when Rapgard is removed, the paint may have a stained appearance. These stains appear to be under the clear coat. The stain patterns are usually under wrinkles in the Rapgard. Read More »
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TSB #L-SB-0014-08 Rev
LSB: On some vehicles, when Rapgard is removed, the paint may have a stained appearance. These stains appear to be under the clear coat. The stain patterns are usually under wrinkles in the Rapgard. Read More »
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL
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TSB #LSB-0059-12
LEXUS: PRECAUTION INFORMATION ON REMOVAL, INSPECTION, INSTALLATION OF ACCELERATOR PEDAL SENSOR ASSEMBLY, WHICH REQUIRES NO LUBRICATION. Read More »
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TSB #LSB-0059-12
LEXUS: PRECAUTION INFORMATION ON REMOVAL, INSPECTION, INSTALLATION OF ACCELERATOR PEDAL SENSOR ASSEMBLY, WHICH REQUIRES NO LUBRICATION. Read More »
SEATS
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TSB #LSB-0143-11
LEXUS: INFORMATION REGARDING THE SEAT COVER REPLACEMENT, EQUIPPED WITH SIDE AIR BAGS, THE MODIFICATIONS THAT MIGHT NEGATIVELY AFFECT SIDE AIR BAG PERFORMANCE CAN RESULT IN SEVERE INJURIES. Read More »
EQUIPMENT
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TSB #L-TT-0202-16
TT: SOME CUSTOMERS MAY EXPERIENCE DIFFICULTY PROGRAMMING HOMELINK. Read More »
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TSB #L-SB-0014-16
LSB: THE PURPOSE OF THIS TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN IS TO ELEVATE AWARENESS AND PROVIDE BEST PRACTICES FOR LEATHER CARE IN LEXUS VEHICLES. Read More »
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TSB #L-TT-0144-13 REV
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. Read More »
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TSB #L-SB-0082-13 REV
LSB: CERTAIN 2010-2013 MODEL YEAR LEXUS MODELS MAY EXHIBIT ONE OR MORE OF SEVERAL CONDITIONS. NAVIGATION FIRMWARE HAS BEEN UPDATED TO ALLOW UPDATING MAP TO VERSION 10.1 OR LATER. Read More »
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TSB #L-SB-0083-13 REV
LSB: LEXUS MODELS EQUIPPED WITH HARD DISK DRIVE (HDD) NAVIGATION REQUIRE A SPECIAL SERVICE TOOL AND FOLLOW A UNIQUE PROCESS FOR UPDATING MAP, POINTS OF INTEREST, AND SYSTEM SOFTWARE. Read More »
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TSB #21313
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE. Read More »
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TSB #L-SB-0005-12
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE. Read More »
EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
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TSB #L-SB-0086-16
TSB: Lexus models equipped with Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Navigation require a Special Service Tool and follow a unique process for updating the map, points of interest, and system software. Read More »
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TSB #L-SB-0066-11 Rev
LSB: When servicing interior electrical switches and components, please note the precautions in this bulletin to avoid damaging electrical components and switches. Read More »
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TSB #L-SB-0066-11 Rev
LSB: When servicing interior electrical switches and components, please note the precautions in this bulletin to avoid damaging electrical components and switches. Read More »
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TSB #L-TT-0144-13 Rev
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 are no ... Read More »
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TSB #L-TT-0144-13 Rev
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 are no ... Read More »
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TSB #L-TT-0164-14 Rev
TT: Customer complains of various Bluetooth connectivity concerns after upgrading to iOS 8.0X. Conditions typically experienced include inability to pair the iPhone to the system, poor sound quality during phone calls placed through the ... Read More »
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TSB #L-TT-0164-14 Rev
TT: Customer complains of various Bluetooth connectivity concerns after upgrading to iOS 8.0X. Conditions typically experienced include inability to pair the iPhone to the system, poor sound quality during phone calls placed through the ... Read More »
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TSB #L-TT-0172-15
TT: Techstream Health Check Results screenshots "Yes" for a Telematics ECU (DCM) Calibration update regardless of whether a calibration update is available or not. Read More »
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TSB #L-TT-0172-15
TT: Techstream Health Check Results screenshots "Yes" for a Telematics ECU (DCM) Calibration update regardless of whether a calibration update is available or not. Read More »
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TSB #L-SB-0025-14 Rev
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. Read More »
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TSB #L-SB-0021-14 Rev
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. Read More »
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TSB #L-SB-0082-13 Rev
TSB: Certain 2010 ? 2013 model year Lexus models may exhibit one or more of the following conditions: ? Steering wheel volume controls are intermittently inoperative. Read More »
EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
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TSB #L-TT-0144-13 Rev
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. Read More »
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TSB #L-TT-0144-13 Rev
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 are no ... Read More »
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TSB #L-TT-0144-13 Rev
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 are no ... Read More »
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TSB #L-TT-0164-14 Rev
TT: Customer complains of various Bluetooth connectivity concerns after upgrading to iOS 8.0X. Conditions typically experienced include inability to pair the iPhone to the system, poor sound quality during phone calls placed through the ... Read More »
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TSB #L-TT-0164-14 Rev
TT: Customer complains of various Bluetooth connectivity concerns after upgrading to iOS 8.0X. Conditions typically experienced include inability to pair the iPhone to the system, poor sound quality during phone calls placed through the ... Read More »
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TSB #L-TT-0164-14
Tech Tip: Customer complains of carious Bluetooth connectivity concerns after upgrading to iOS 8.0 and later. Read More »
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TSB #L-SB-0082-13 Rev
TSB: Certain 2010 ? 2013 model year Lexus models may exhibit one or more of the following conditions: ? Steering wheel volume controls are intermittently inoperative. Read More »
EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
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TSB #L-SB-0086-16
TSB: Lexus models equipped with Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Navigation require a Special Service Tool and follow a unique process for updating the map, points of interest, and system software. Read More »
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TSB #L-SB-0082-13 REV
LSB: CERTAIN 2010-2013 MODEL YEAR LEXUS MODELS MAY EXHIBIT ONE OR MORE OF SEVERAL CONDITIONS. NAVIGATION FIRMWARE HAS BEEN UPDATED TO ALLOW UPDATING MAP TO VERSION 10.1 OR LATER. Read More »
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TSB #L-SB-0083-13 REV
LSB: LEXUS MODELS EQUIPPED WITH HARD DISK DRIVE (HDD) NAVIGATION REQUIRE A SPECIAL SERVICE TOOL AND FOLLOW A UNIQUE PROCESS FOR UPDATING MAP, POINTS OF INTEREST, AND SYSTEM SOFTWARE. Read More »
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TSB #L-SB-0082-13 Rev
LSB: Certain 2010-2013 model year Lexus models may exhibit one or more of several conditions. Navigation firmware has been updated to allow updating map to version 10.1 or later. Read More »
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TSB #L-SB-0083-13 Rev
LSB: Lexus models equipped with Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Navigation require a Special Service Tool and follow a unique process for updating map, points of interest, and system software. Read More »
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TSB #L-TT-0164-14 Rev
TT: Customer complains of various Bluetooth connectivity concerns after upgrading to iOS 8.0X. Conditions typically experienced include inability to pair the iPhone to the system, poor sound quality during phone calls placed through the ... Read More »
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TSB #L-TT-0164-14 Rev
TT: Customer complains of various Bluetooth connectivity concerns after upgrading to iOS 8.0X. Conditions typically experienced include inability to pair the iPhone to the system, poor sound quality during phone calls placed through the ... Read More »
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TSB #L-SB-0083-13 Rev
TSB: Lexus models equipped with Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Navigation require a Special Service Tool and follow a unique process for updating map, points of interest, and system software. Read More »
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TSB #L-SB-0082-13 Rev
TSB: Certain 2010 ? 2013 model year Lexus models may exhibit one or more of the following conditions: ? Steering wheel volume controls are intermittently inoperative. Read More »
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TSB #L-SB-0072-14
TSB: Lexus models equipped with Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Navigation may have their map data, Compact Disc Database (CDDB), and navigation head unit software updated using the Navigation Update Tool and the HDD Navigation Programs Installer. Read More »
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TSB #L-SB-0101-12 Rev
TSB: OBSOLETE NOTICE-October 1, 2014: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see L-SB-0072-14. Read More »
EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL
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TSB #L-SB-0001-11 Rev
TSB: World Standard (WS) Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) was introduced to reduce maintenance costs and increase the mileage between scheduled maintenance checks. Read More »
EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
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TSB #LSB-0143-11
LEXUS: INFORMATION REGARDING THE SEAT COVER REPLACEMENT, EQUIPPED WITH SIDE AIR BAGS, THE MODIFICATIONS THAT MIGHT NEGATIVELY AFFECT SIDE AIR BAG PERFORMANCE CAN RESULT IN SEVERE INJURIES. Read More »