Technical Service Bulletins (TSBs) for the 2016 IS 200t 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.
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 »
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 »
TSB: Some 2015 ? 2017 model year NX 200t, 2016 ? 2017 model year GS 200t, IS 200t, and RC 200t, 2018 ? 2019 model year GS 300, and 2018 ? 2020 model year IS 300, NX 300, and RC 300 vehicles equipped with an 8AR-FTS engine may exhibit a ... Read More »
TSB: Some 2013 - 2018 model year vehicles may exhibit a rear brake vibration/squeak while braking, due to corrosion on the rear brake components. Service parts are now available to reduce the likelihood of this condition occurring. Read More »
TSB: The front wheel opening extension pad set (right and left front wheel opening extension pads, 6 self-tapping screws) is loaded in the luggage compartment at the assembly plant to avoid damage in transit. Read More »
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:PADS
TSB: Some 2013 ? 2020 model year Lexus AWD F Sport and non-F Sport model vehicles may exhibit a squeal/squeak noise from the front brake pads. Read More »
TSB: Some 2014 ? 2020 model year IS350, 2016 ? 2017 model year IS200t, and 2018 ? 2020 model year IS300 may exhibit a squeal/squeak noise from the front brake pads. This is only applicable on 2WD F Sport vehicles. Read More »
TSB: Some 2013 ? 2020 model year Lexus AWD F Sport and non-F Sport model vehicles may exhibit a squeal/squeak noise from the front brake pads. Read More »
TSB: Some 2014 ? 2020 model year IS350, 2016 ? 2017 model year IS200t, and 2018 ? 2020 model year IS300 may exhibit a squeal/squeak noise from the front brake pads. This is only applicable on 2WD F Sport vehicles. Read More »
LSB: SOME 2014 ? 2016 MODEL YEAR IS VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A RATTLE TYPE NOISE FROM THE REAR PARKING BRAKE ASSEMBLIES WHEN DRIVING OVER BUMPS. FOLLOW THE PROCEDURE IN THIS BULLETIN TO ADDRESS THIS CONDITION. Read More »
LSB: Some 2014 ? 2016 model year IS vehicles may exhibit a rattle type noise from the rear parking brake assemblies when driving over bumps. Follow the procedure in this bulletin to address this condition. Read More »
TSB: Vehicles may display evidence of a fluid leak or fluid seep from powertrain components. This bulletin explains how to determine the differences between a fluid leak versus a fluid seep. Read More »
TSB: Some 2015 ? 2017 model year NX 200t and 2016 ? 2017 model year GS 200t, IS 200t, and RC 200t vehicles equipped with the 8AR engine may exhibit a rocking (forward and back) sensation that can be felt between 30 and 70 mph under steady ... Read More »
"TT: TMS HAS DISCOVERED THE CURRENT ENGINE ACTIVE TEST ?CONTROL THE INJECTION MODE? IS NOT OPERATING AS DESIRED WHEN CONTROLLING THE DIRECT INJECTORS MANUALLY ON 2GR-FKS OR 8AR-FTS ENGINES. Read More »
TSB: Some 2013 ? 2017 model year Lexus vehicles may exhibit one of the following HVAC conditions. ?Uneven temperature or air flow between the vents. ?Little or no air flow from the vent(s). ?Improper MODE control function. Read More »
TSB: Some 2013 ? 2017 model year Lexus vehicles may exhibit one of the following HVAC conditions. ?Uneven temperature or air flow between the vents ?Little or no air flow from the vent(s) ?Improper MODE control function ... Read More »
TT: TMS has discovered the current engine active test ?Control the Injection Mode? is not operating as desired when controlling the direct injectors manually on 2GR-FKS or 8AR-FTS engines. Read More »
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:RADIATOR ASSEMBLY
TT: Some vehicles may continue to experience abnormal blend door noise when changing the HVAC temperature setting after the air conditioner radiator assembly (evaporator case) was replaced for the same condition. Read More »
TSB: This Service Bulletin provides updated non-electric water pump leak inspection and diagnostic tips for some 2008 ? 2021 model year Lexus vehicles. Read More »
TSB: Some 2015 ? 2017 model year NX 200t, 2016 ? 2017 model year GS 200t, IS 200t, and RC 200t, 2018 ? 2019 model year GS 300, and 2018 ? 2020 model year IS 300, NX 300, and RC 300 vehicles equipped with an 8AR-FTS engine may exhibit a ... Read More »
"TT: TMS HAS DISCOVERED THE CURRENT ENGINE ACTIVE TEST ?CONTROL THE INJECTION MODE? IS NOT OPERATING AS DESIRED WHEN CONTROLLING THE DIRECT INJECTORS MANUALLY ON 2GR-FKS OR 8AR-FTS ENGINES. Read More »
TSB: Vehicles may display evidence of a fluid leak or fluid seep from powertrain components. This bulletin explains how to determine the differences between a fluid leak versus a fluid seep. Read More »
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:FLUID/LUBRICANT
TSB: Vehicles may display evidence of a fluid leak or fluid seep from powertrain components. This bulletin explains how to determine the differences between a fluid leak versus a fluid seep. Read More »
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 »
Dealer Package: 12/10/2019 Vehicle total has increased by approximately 6,260 vehicles. Vehicles were moved from Customer Support Program 19LE05 and added to Limited Service Campaign KLG. Read More »
Area Letter: The Data Communication Module (DCM) in the subject vehicles are equipped with software to identify the location of the vehicle using the Global Positioning System (GPS) to support features of the Safety Connect system. Read More »
TT: Vehicle control apps might not operate as expected at times due to preconditions (normal operating parameters) not being established, vehicle settings and/or network/cellular coverage concerns. Read More »
DEALER EMAIL: THE SUBJECT VEHICLES ARE EQUIPPED WITH SAFETY CONNECT, WHICH ALLOWS DRIVERS TO CONTACT THE LEXUS 24/7 RESPONSE CENTER AT THE TOUCH OF A BUTTON. Read More »
DEALER LETTER: THE SUBJECT VEHICLES ARE EQUIPPED WITH SAFETY CONNECT, WHICH ALLOWS DRIVERS TO CONTACT THE LEXUS 24/7 RESPONSE CENTER AT THE TOUCH OF A BUTTON. Read More »
TECHNICAL INSTRUCTIONS: THE SUBJECT VEHICLES ARE EQUIPPED WITH SAFETY CONNECT, WHICH ALLOWS DRIVERS TO CONTACT THE LEXUS 24/7 RESPONSE CENTER AT THE TOUCH OF A BUTTON. Read More »
Region email: The subject vehicles are equipped with Safety Connect, which allows drivers to contact the Lexus 24/7 response center at the touch of a button. Read More »
Region Letter: The subject vehicles are equipped with Safety Connect, which allows drivers to contact the Lexus 24/7 response center at the touch of a button. Read More »
Dealer email: The subject vehicles are equipped with Safety Connect, which allows drivers to contact the Lexus 24/7 response center at the touch of a button. Read More »
Dealer Letter: The subject vehicles are equipped with Safety Connect, which allows drivers to contact the Lexus 24/7 response center at the touch of a button. Read More »
Technical Instructions: The subject vehicles are equipped with Safety Connect, which allows drivers to contact the Lexus 24/7 response center at the touch of a button. Read More »
"LSB: A BATTERY IN A STORED VEHICLE IS SUBJECT TO CONDITIONS THAT CAN REDUCE ITS PERFORMANCE AND LIFE. THESE CONDITIONS INCLUDE STORAGE PERIOD, TEMPERATURE, PARASITIC DRAIN, AND BATTERY LOAD. Read More »
TSB: To minimize battery discharge during transportation and storage, the DCC fuse (30A) has been removed at the assembly plant and temporarily stored in the blank space of the fuse block in the engine compartment. Read More »
TSB: To minimize battery discharge during transportation and storage, the DCC fuse (30A) has been removed at the assembly plant and temporarily stored in the blank space of the fuse block in the engine compartment. Read More »
BATTERY MAINTENANCE DURING PDS. A BATTERY IN A STORED VEHICLE IS SUBJECT TO CONDITIONS THAT CAN REDUCE ITS PERFORMANCE AND LIFE. THESE CONDITIONS INCLUDE STORAGE PERIOD, TEMPERATURE, PARASITIC DRAIN, AND BATTERY LOAD. Read More »
"LSB: A BATTERY IN A STORED VEHICLE IS SUBJECT TO CONDITIONS THAT CAN REDUCE ITS PERFORMANCE AND LIFE. THESE CONDITIONS INCLUDE STORAGE PERIOD, TEMPERATURE, PARASITIC DRAIN, AND BATTERY LOAD. Read More »
LSB: A battery in a stored vehicle is subject to conditions that can reduce its performance and life. These conditions include storage period, temperature, parasitic drain, and battery load. Read More »
TSB: To minimize battery discharge during transportation and storage, the DCC fuse (30A) has been removed at the assembly plant and temporarily stored in the blank space of the fuse block in the engine compartment. Read More »
TSB: This Service Bulletin includes guidelines meant to help determine whether to repair or replace a wire harness assembly based on damage type. Read More »
TI: TECHNICAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR LIMITED SERVICE CAMPAIGN KLG CUSTOMER SUPPORT PROGRAM 19LE05 SAFETY CONNECT SYSTEM ? VEHICLE LOCATION INACCURATE Read More »
TSB: SUPERSESSION NOTICE The information contained in this bulletin supersedes Service Bulletin No. L-SB-0035-15. ? The entire bulletin has been updated. Service Bulletin No. Read More »
This bulletin is regarding the Diagnosis of Bluetooth Connectivity Complaints: Some customers may encounter Bluetooth? connectivity concerns such as: Difficulty to pair the phone. Read More »
LSB: A download and installation process is required to activate the Enform suite of Apps & Data Services before they are used for the first time on new vehicles. Read More »
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 »
TT: Some customers may experience Bluetooth disconnections or loss of SMS Text Message Functionality on the navigation/audio system with Android phones OS 4.4 or later. Read More »
TSB: WHEN INVESTIGATING CUSTOMER COMPLAINTS RELATED TO HEADLAMP ISSUES (E.G. INOPERATIVE, INTERMITTENT FUNCTION, OPEN CIRCUIT, WATER ENTRY, ETC.), PLEASE VERIFY THAT THE HEADLAMP ASSEMBLY IS AN OEM (NOT AFTERMARKET) COMPONENT. Read More »
TSB: When investigating customer complaints related to Headlamp issues (e.g. inoperative, intermittent function, open circuit, water entry, etc.), please verify that the Headlamp assembly is an OEM (not aftermarket) component. Read More »
LSB: 2016 MODEL YEAR IS 200T, 300, 350 VEHICLES ARE EQUIPPED WITH A COMPASS IN THE REAR VIEW MIRROR. USE THE FOLLOWING PROCEDURE TO COMPLETE INITIAL CALIBRATION OF THE COMPASS DURING PRE-DELIVERY SERVICE (PDS). Read More »
LSB: 2016 model year IS 200t, 300, 350 vehicles are equipped with a compass in the rear view mirror. Use the following procedure to complete initial calibration of the compass during Pre-Delivery Service (PDS). Read More »
TSB: Some 2005 ? 2022 model year Lexus vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a condition in which a musty smell is present. Follow the procedures in this bulletin to remediate the odor and address this condition. Read More »
TSB: Some 2013 ? 2017 model year Lexus vehicles may exhibit one of the following HVAC conditions. ?Uneven temperature or air flow between the vents ?Little or no air flow from the vent(s) ?Improper MODE control function ... Read More »
TSB: REVISION NOTICE March 22, 2017 Rev2: ? Applicability has been updated to include 2016-2017 model year Lexus vehicles. ? February 11, 2015 Rev1: Applicability has been updated to include 2006 ? 2015 model year Lexus vehicles. Read More »
TSB: Some 2014 ? 2016 model year Lexus vehicles may not unlock with either the Smart Entry or the wireless remote. The door lock can be placed in the middle position between lock and unlock when exiting the vehicle. Read More »
POL: This consolidated Tire Warranty Guide contains the complete warranty terms for all brands of ground and spare tires currently in use by Lexus. Read More »
"LSB: DURING THE MANUFACTURING PROCESS, TIRES ARE MOUNTED ON THE VEHICLE AS MATCHED SETS TO HELP REDUCE CONDITIONS SUCH AS PULLING OR DRIFTING. Read More »
LSB: During the manufacturing process, tires are mounted on the vehicle as matched sets to help reduce conditions such as pulling or drifting. Read More »
POL: This consolidated Tire Warranty Guide contains the complete warranty terms for all brands of ground and spare tires currently in use by Lexus. Read More »
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 »
TSB: SUPERSESSION NOTICE The information contained in this bulletin supersedes Service Bulletin Nos. ST004-01, SU001-08, and L-SB-0174-08. The aforementioned bulletins are obsolete, and any printed versions should be discarded. Read More »
TT: Some models are equipped with front and rear wheels of different offsets or width. Wheel offset, defined as the distance between the wheel?s centerline and the wheel-to-rotor mounting surface, affects the clearance between the back of ... Read More »
LSB: During the manufacturing process, tires are mounted on the vehicle as matched sets to help reduce conditions such as pulling or drifting. Read More »
TSB: The front wheel opening extension pad set (right and left front wheel opening extension pads, 6 self-tapping screws) is loaded in the luggage compartment at the assembly plant to avoid damage in transit. Read More »
TSB: The front wheel opening extension pad set (right and left front wheel opening extension pads, 6 self-tapping screws) is loaded in the luggage compartment at the assembly plant to avoid damage in transit. Read More »
The front wheel opening pad set (right and left front wheel opening extension pads, 6 self-tapping screws) is loaded in the luggage compartment at the assembly plant to avoid damage in transit. Read More »
TT: When used in conjunction with the Repair Manual, these Blind Spot Monitor, Forward Recognition Camera, and Front Millimeter Wave Radar tips leverage SSTs and readily available tools to support target placement in varying shop ... Read More »
TSB: For proper calibration of the millimeter wave radar sensor, the vehicle and radar target must be on a level surface with a consistent plane. Read More »
TSB: For proper calibration of the millimeter wave radar sensor, the vehicle and radar target must be on a level surface with a consistent plane. Read More »
TSB: For proper calibration of the millimeter wave radar sensor, the vehicle and radar target must be on a level surface with a consistent plane. Read More »
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TSB: OBSOLETE NOTICE April 06, 2020: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see L-SB-0008-20. Replacement Certification Labels and VIN Plates Read More »
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 »
TSB: SUPERSESSION NOTICE The information contained in this bulletin supersedes Service Bulletin No. L-SB-0035-15. ? The entire bulletin has been updated. Service Bulletin No. Read More »
TSB: REVISION NOTICE January 19, 2018 Rev1: ? Applicability has been updated to include 2018 model year vehicles. Any previous printed versions of this bulletin should be discarded. Read More »
TT: During previous air conditioning service, leakage prevention agent (A/C stop leak) may have been added to the A/C system. Adding stop leak products to the A/C system is not a recommended or approved Lexus repair process. Read More »
TSB: Some 2014 ? 2016 model year Lexus vehicles may not unlock with either the Smart Entry or the wireless remote. The door lock can be placed in the middle position between lock and unlock when exiting the vehicle. Read More »
TSB: REVISION NOTICE October 25, 2016 Rev1: Applicability has been updated to include 2016 model year CT 200h, ES 300h/350, GX 460, IS 300/350/200t, NX 200t/300h, and RC F/350/300/200t vehicles. Read More »
TSB: Revision Notice: Applicability section has been updated to include 2016-2017 applicable model year Lexus vehicles. The Repair Procedure section, Required Tools & Equipment section, and the Repair Procedure section has been updated. Read More »
REGION EMAIL: THE SUBJECT VEHICLES ARE EQUIPPED WITH SAFETY CONNECT, WHICH ALLOWS DRIVERS TO CONTACT THE LEXUS 24/7 RESPONSE CENTER AT THE TOUCH OF A BUTTON. Read More »
REGION LETTER: THE SUBJECT VEHICLES ARE EQUIPPED WITH SAFETY CONNECT, WHICH ALLOWS DRIVERS TO CONTACT THE LEXUS 24/7 RESPONSE CENTER AT THE TOUCH OF A BUTTON. Read More »
"LSB: DURING THE MANUFACTURING PROCESS, TIRES ARE MOUNTED ON THE VEHICLE AS MATCHED SETS TO HELP REDUCE CONDITIONS SUCH AS PULLING OR DRIFTING. Read More »
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 »
TT: SOME CUSTOMERS MAY EXPERIENCE BLUETOOTH DISCONNECTIONS OR LOSS OF SMS TEXT MESSAGE FUNCTIONALITY ON THE NAVIGATION/AUDIO SYSTEM WITH ANDROID PHONES OS 4.4 OR LATER. Read More »
LSB: A DOWNLOAD AND INSTALLATION PROCESS IS REQUIRED TO ACTIVATE THE ENFORM? SUITE OF APPS & DATA SERVICES BEFORE THEY ARE USED FOR THE FIRST TIME ON NEW VEHICLES. Read More »
TSB: The front wheel opening extension pad set (right and left front wheel opening extension pads, 6 self-tapping screws) is loaded in the luggage compartment at the assembly plant to avoid damage in transit. Read More »
TSB: The front license plate mounting bracket and two self-tapping screws for the 2016 model year IS 200t/300/350 are placed in the luggage compartment of the vehicle at the assembly plant. Read More »
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. Read More »
LSB: A download and installation process is required to activate the Enform suite of Apps & Data Services before they are used for the first time on new vehicles. Read More »
Dealer Daily: The subject vehicles are equipped with Safety Connect, which allows drivers to contact the Lexus 24/7 response center at the touch of a button. Read More »
TSB: Some 2015 - 2016 Lexus IS models, NX models, ES models, CT 200h, GX 460, RC models, or 2015 GS models and LS models equipped with navigation (version less than V1##8910), may exhibit one or more of the following conditions: * Voice ... Read More »
TT: Some customers may experience Bluetooth disconnections or loss of SMS Text Message Functionality on the navigation/audio system with Android phones OS 4.4 or later. Read More »
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 »
TT: Some customers may experience Bluetooth disconnections or loss of SMS Text Message Functionality on the navigation/audio system with Android phones OS 4.4 or later. Read More »
Dealer Package: 12/10/2019 Vehicle total has increased by approximately 6,260 vehicles. Vehicles were moved from Customer Support Program 19LE05 and added to Limited Service Campaign KLG. Read More »
Region Email: The Data Communication Module (DCM) in the subject vehicles is equipped with software to identify the location of the vehicle using the Global Positioning System (GPS) to support features of the Safety Connect system. Read More »
Area Letter: The Data Communication Module (DCM) in the subject vehicles is equipped with software to identify the location of the vehicle using the Global Positioning System (GPS) to support features of the Safety Connect system. Read More »
Dealer Package: The Data Communication Module (DCM) in the subject vehicles is equipped with software to identify the location of the vehicle using the Global Positioning System (GPS) to support features of the Safety Connect system. Read More »
Area Letter: The Data Communication Module (DCM) in the subject vehicles are equipped with software to identify the location of the vehicle using the Global Positioning System (GPS) to support features of the Safety Connect system. Read More »
TSB: SUPERSESSION NOTICE The information contained in this bulletin supersedes Service Bulletin No. L-SB-0035-15. ? The entire bulletin has been updated. Service Bulletin No. Read More »
TSB: Some 2015 - 2016 Lexus IS models, NX models, ES models, CT 200h, GX 460, RC models, or 2015 GS models and LS models equipped with navigation (version less than V1##8910), may exhibit one or more of the following conditions: * Voice ... Read More »
TT: Some customers may experience Bluetooth disconnections or loss of SMS Text Message Functionality on the navigation/audio system with Android phones OS 4.4 or later. Read More »
TSB: SOME 2014 ? 2016 LEXUS VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A NAVIGATION SYSTEM REBOOTING CONDITION. (THIS CONDITION MAY BE DUE TO AN ERRANT DATA BROADCAST BY TOYOTA'S TRAFFIC AND WEATHER DATA SERVICE PROVIDER. Read More »
TSB: Some 2014 ? 2016 Lexus vehicles may exhibit a navigation system rebooting condition. (This condition may be due to an errant data broadcast by Toyota's traffic and weather data service provider. Read More »
TT: Some customers may experience Bluetooth disconnections or loss of SMS Text Message Functionality on the navigation/audio system with Android phones OS 4.4 or later. Read More »
LSB: A DOWNLOAD AND INSTALLATION PROCESS IS REQUIRED TO ACTIVATE THE ENFORM? SUITE OF APPS & DATA SERVICES BEFORE THEY ARE USED FOR THE FIRST TIME ON NEW VEHICLES. Read More »
LSB: 2016 model year IS 200t, 300, 350 vehicles are equipped with a compass in the rear view mirror. Use the following procedure to complete initial calibration of the compass during Pre-Delivery Service (PDS). Read More »
POL: This consolidated Tire Warranty Guide contains the complete warranty terms for all brands of ground and spare tires currently in use by Lexus. Read More »
TI: TECHNICAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR LIMITED SERVICE CAMPAIGN KLG CUSTOMER SUPPORT PROGRAM 19LE05 SAFETY CONNECT SYSTEM ? VEHICLE LOCATION INACCURATE Read More »
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 »
TSB: The front license plate mounting bracket and two self-tapping screws for the 2016 model year IS 200t/300/350 are placed in the luggage compartment of the vehicle at the assembly plant. Read More »
TT: During previous air conditioning service, leakage prevention agent (A/C stop leak) may have been added to the A/C system. Adding stop leak products to the A/C system is not a recommended or approved Lexus repair process. Read More »
TSB: REVISION NOTICE November 10, 2016 Rev1: ? Applicability has been updated to include 2015 ? 2017 model year applicable Lexus vehicles. ? The Parts Information section has been updated. Read More »
TT: Some vehicles may continue to experience abnormal blend door noise when changing the HVAC temperature setting after the air conditioner radiator assembly (evaporator case) was replaced for the same condition. Read More »
TSB: The air conditioning dye injection tool kit has been developed to aid in identifying the location of air conditioning refrigerant leaks. Read More »