2003 Lexus LX470
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
3 recalls name the 2003 Lexus LX470. Newest first.
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2003-2006 Toyota Land Cruiser and Lexus LX470, 2005-2006 Toyota Tundra and Sequoia, 2004-2006 Toyota 4Runner and Lexus GX470 vehicles equipped with side curtain-shield-air bags. The affected vehicles have an air bag control module that may be improperly programmed, causing…
Risk and remedy
Risk
If the side curtain-shield-air bags deploy unexpectedly, it can increase the risk of occupant injury.
Remedy
Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the air bag control module with one that has improved programming, free of charge. The recall began on December 1, 2016. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-271-9371. Toyota's number for this recall is G0C and GLB.
Toyota IS recalling certain model year 2003-2007 lexus lx470 vehicles. the construction of the steering shaft IS such that the snap ring on the shaft may disengage when the vehicle experiences an unusually severe impact to the front wheels. if the snap ring becomes disengaged and the steering wheel IS then repeatedly turned to the locked position, over…
Risk and remedy
Risk
This could result in loss of steering control increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the snap ring with a newly designed one and install an additional component which will prevent separation of the steering shaft. this service will be performed free of charge. the safety recall began on august 23, 2010. owners may contact lexus at 1-800-255-3987.
Certain sport utility vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." the daytime running lights do not meet luminous intensity standard.
Risk and remedy
Risk
This condition could blind the driver of a vehicle driving in the opposite direction, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will install a resistor, which will decrease the luminous intensity of the drl. owner notification began june june 10, 2005. owners should contact lexus at 1-800-255-3987.
Owner complaints
18 complaints1 involved a crash2 injuries
What owners report most
Latest complaints
- Steering
My 2003 lexus lx470 has faulty vgrs ecu. Steering wheel spins to 180 degrees. on october 11, 2018, when I backed it out from the driveway, the steering wheel turned 180 degrees. I drove it to 35mph w/ steering wheel at crooked 25-minute angle and on a sharp right turn, the steering wheel spun…
My 2003 lexus lx470 has faulty vgrs ecu. Steering wheel spins to 180 degrees. on october 11, 2018, when I backed it out from the driveway, the steering wheel turned 180 degrees. I drove it to 35mph w/ steering wheel at crooked 25-minute angle and on a sharp right turn, the steering wheel spun 180 degrees again. after about 2 miles, it settled at 10-o'clock angle. on 10/18/2018, matthew of the one auto service and performance (536 lisbon st. Daly city, calif. (650)993-4689) performed wheel alignments & corrected the steering angle three(3) times. After 5 hours, matthew called me while he sat inside the car idling and his snap-on computer attached to the car. he showed me how he zerod out the 'steering angle'. He said the steering sensor (vgrs) IS malfunctioning or the ecu computer IS bad. And while he was talking, we both witnessed in his snap-on computer that the steering angle changed from o degrees to 115 degrees'while the car was idling and stationary. matthew also told that he experienced that steering wheel spinning to 180 degrees when he test drove the car. on october 19, 2018, I pulled the service record of the car and I discovered the same pattern of complaints: at 27,215 miles, 'guest states steering wheel IS not centered when driving straight.' at 42,028 miles, 'steering IS off'. at 76,847 miles, 'alignment steeering wheel IS off centered.' at 71,657 miles, 'service: center steering wheel alignment and vgrs.' at 113,775 miles, '' steering off center'. on october 25, 2018 , according to dean decastro (service asst mgr lexus of serramonte), all the complaints about the 'steering wheel not centered' in the service records are vgrs issues. on november 2, 2018, lexus of serramonte determined that the vgrs ecu of the car needs replacement.
- Air bags
TL* the contact owns a 2003 lexus lx470. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 16v065000 (air bags) and stated that the part was not available within a reasonable time frame to schedule the recall repair. The contact called several dealers who were unable to provide a specific…
TL* the contact owns a 2003 lexus lx470. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 16v065000 (air bags) and stated that the part was not available within a reasonable time frame to schedule the recall repair. The contact called several dealers who were unable to provide a specific date for when the part would become available. The contact was unable to determine when the vehicle would be repaired. The manufacturer could not provide an estimated date for when the contact's vehicle would receive the recall repair. The contact was not experiencing a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
- Engine
I took the car to lexus of glendale for routine service, which was completed, and three days later, as I was driving on 5 freeway from coalinga to los angeles, all of a sudden, I heard a grinding noise from the engine, and the car stalled, I was able to pull over to a nearby service station…
I took the car to lexus of glendale for routine service, which was completed, and three days later, as I was driving on 5 freeway from coalinga to los angeles, all of a sudden, I heard a grinding noise from the engine, and the car stalled, I was able to pull over to a nearby service station (chevron) in valencia. I noted a check engine light, and the vehicle became undriveable. The vehicle was towed to lexus of glendale, where they discovered that one of the spark plugs had come loose and lodged in the engine shaft, thus breaking one of the piston rods, with a resultant engine knock. I was informed by the dealer that I have to replace the engine, and that cost me over $8,500. Lexus of glendale was not able to tell me why the spark plug came loose in the first place, since I have owned this vehicle for over 10 years, with good maintenance record and no accidents. I was highly terrified, since that IS the second time within the last three months, that I have experienced a near fatal event after a routine service with lexus of glendale. The previous one occurred in may 2016, after a routine services, as I was driving in the street in coalinga, I noted a misty fumes coming from the engine, I had pulled over since the check engine light came on. I was not able to drive the vehicle, and it was towed to fresno lexus, where they discovered that one of the host to the engine cooling system had come loose, and the fumes were the coolant and not due to engine fire. I paid over $1500 to repair the vehicle
- Electrical system
I took the car to lexus of glendale for routine service, which was completed, and three days later, as I was driving on 5 freeway from coalinga to los angeles, all of a sudden, I heard a grinding noise from the engine, and the car stalled, I was able to pull over ta DS a nearby service station…
I took the car to lexus of glendale for routine service, which was completed, and three days later, as I was driving on 5 freeway from coalinga to los angeles, all of a sudden, I heard a grinding noise from the engine, and the car stalled, I was able to pull over ta DS a nearby service station (chevron) in valencia. I noted a check engine light, and the vehicle became undriveable. The vehicle was towed to lexus of glendale, who discovered that one of the spark plugs had come loose and lodged in the engine shalt, thus breaking one of the piston rods, with a resultant engine knock. I was informed by the dealer that I have to replace the engine, and that cost me over $8,000. Lexus of glendale was not able to tell me why the spark plug came loose in the first place, since I have owned this care for over 10 years, will good maintenance record, and no accidents
- Engine
I took the car to lexus of glendale for routine service, which was completed, and three days later, as I was driving on 5 freeway from coalinga to los angeles, all of a sudden, I heard a grinding noise from the engine, and the car stalled, I was able to pull over ta DS a nearby service station…
I took the car to lexus of glendale for routine service, which was completed, and three days later, as I was driving on 5 freeway from coalinga to los angeles, all of a sudden, I heard a grinding noise from the engine, and the car stalled, I was able to pull over ta DS a nearby service station (chevron) in valencia. I noted a check engine light, and the vehicle became undriveable. The vehicle was towed to lexus of glendale, who discovered that one of the spark plugs had come loose and lodged in the engine shalt, thus breaking one of the piston rods, with a resultant engine knock. I was informed by the dealer that I have to replace the engine, and that cost me over $8,000. lexus of glendale was not able to tell me why the spark plug came loose in the first place, since I have owned this care for over 10 years, will good maintenance record, and no accidents.
- Electrical system · Exterior lighting · Service brakes
It IS a known problem that alot of these made are missing the relays for the foglights and rear heat, and parking brakes freeze up.
- Electrical system · Steering
TL* the contact owns a 2003 lexus lx470. The contact stated that the horn and gps did not function. In addition, some of the warning indicators did not illuminate. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the gps computer system needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not…
TL* the contact owns a 2003 lexus lx470. The contact stated that the horn and gps did not function. In addition, some of the warning indicators did not illuminate. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the gps computer system needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the steering column was damaged due to a remedy of nhtsa campaign number: 10v346000 (steering). The spiral cable needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 170,000.
- Electrical system › Instrument cluster/panel
The speedometer IS unreadable between 10-60 mph. There IS no illumination, therefore you have no idea of the speed of the vehicle. I notified the dealer, and was told this IS not common. Then I notified lexus company, and they said "contact the dealer". This IS a safety concern--my wife IS afraid…
The speedometer IS unreadable between 10-60 mph. There IS no illumination, therefore you have no idea of the speed of the vehicle. I notified the dealer, and was told this IS not common. Then I notified lexus company, and they said "contact the dealer". This IS a safety concern--my wife IS afraid to drive, for fear of speeding or other speed problems, as with other lexus vehicles. We have had this vehicle lexus certified dealer maintained since we bought the vehicle, and think this a dangerous situation. Thank you, [xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(B)(6). *tr
- Steering
I was driving my lexus LX 470 to church on sunday october 26, 2014. while driving around 45 miles per hour, my vehicle's steering wheel suddenly turn 90 degrees to the right and the vehicle pulled over the cub. I was scared to death and nervous but luckily slammed on the breaks on time. The…
I was driving my lexus LX 470 to church on sunday october 26, 2014. while driving around 45 miles per hour, my vehicle's steering wheel suddenly turn 90 degrees to the right and the vehicle pulled over the cub. I was scared to death and nervous but luckily slammed on the breaks on time. The truck stopped and there was no accident because I was on the right lane and no other vehicle was beside me. after recovering from the shock, I looked at the dashboard and saw a red light with "vgrs" illuminated. I called home and told my husband the situation. He asked me to stay put and brought me our second car. He took the lexus home and started to research the problem. He found several complaint online about the same problem and realized that lexus company new about the problem but chose not to do anything about it. To be sure, he took the truck to our family mechanic who later confirmed the problem and the fact that lexus new about it for years 2003 to 2007. our mechanic said that the lexus company had the same problem on their LS model and generated a recall for it. But for some reason we cannot explain, lexus company decided not to recall the LX model. Now the problem on the LX model almost get me into a fatal accident. I need your organization to start an investigation on this problem before somebody get killed. *tr
- Structure · Suspension
Entire under carriage and frame found to have extensive rust effecting structural integrity / safety, critical safety systems (brake lines, suspension structure), frame, fuel lines, fuel tank, and steering linkage. This IS general attack corrosion with structural failure, corrosion fatigue, etc.…
Entire under carriage and frame found to have extensive rust effecting structural integrity / safety, critical safety systems (brake lines, suspension structure), frame, fuel lines, fuel tank, and steering linkage. This IS general attack corrosion with structural failure, corrosion fatigue, etc. There were / are no extenuating circumstances under any definition of normal use to explain this degree & extent of corrosion other than a manufacturing issue. *tr
- Service brakes · Vehicle speed control
I started the car up after dinner. about 2 minutes later four warnings lights related to the braking system went off (ABS vtrac brake vsc) followed by a long warning buzz and then a complete lost of braking power from the pedal and the handbrake. I was able to come to a complete stop and then…
I started the car up after dinner. about 2 minutes later four warnings lights related to the braking system went off (ABS vtrac brake vsc) followed by a long warning buzz and then a complete lost of braking power from the pedal and the handbrake. I was able to come to a complete stop and then tried to restart the vehicle to remedy the problem. it did not solve the problem and so for safety reason I called for a tow to the closest lexus dealership. the dealer at first told me I have to replace the brake master cylinder which costs about $3000 plus tax. however 30 minutes later they called me back and told me now the car IS working fine after they've driven it for about 5 miles and couldn't replicate the symptoms. so I went to the dealer and picked up the vehicle. about three days later, the same thing happened away while I was going about 15mph. at first the four lights went on, and then the long buzz. the car still had some brake power which I managed to drive it back into my garage when the brake power then lost completely. I think with vehicle like this, especially weighing about 3 tons, there should be a backup system which will allow the car to have some braking power even if the electronic ones went out. and the costs for replacement and "a single point of failure" for such a heavy family vehicle makes me wonder about the reliability and safety of lexus cars. I am trying to decide whether I should have the brake master cylinder replaced or not, or should I trade in for a different vehicle. I understand there was a similar recall for IS, RX, and ES. would this be related also? *tr
- Steering › Gear box › Shaft pitman
2003 lexus LX 470. Consumer writes in regards to steering safety recall *tgw the consumer stated over a period of time, he/she noticed the steering wheel was slightly off centered and the vgrs indicator light randomly illuminated and would then disappear. the vehicle was taken to the dealer on…
2003 lexus LX 470. Consumer writes in regards to steering safety recall *tgw the consumer stated over a period of time, he/she noticed the steering wheel was slightly off centered and the vgrs indicator light randomly illuminated and would then disappear. the vehicle was taken to the dealer on several occasions without any rectification of the problem. the consumer then received a recall letter in the mail regarding a steering problem. Work was performed on the steering column and the fluid was flushed. The consumer was informed no indicator light was on and there was no safety issues that needed to be addressed. The very next day, the consumer noticed the steering wheel was completely off centered with the vgrs light also on. the consumer took the vehicle back to the dealer and was asked to pay over $1500 in repairs. *Jb
- Steering
Tl*the contact owns a 2003 lexus lx470. The contact took the vehicle to an authorized dealer for recall 10v346000 (steering: gear: shaft pitman). After the repairs, the contact began to experience issues with the steering. The steering failed at times and the vgrs light illuminated on the…
Tl*the contact owns a 2003 lexus lx470. The contact took the vehicle to an authorized dealer for recall 10v346000 (steering: gear: shaft pitman). After the repairs, the contact began to experience issues with the steering. The steering failed at times and the vgrs light illuminated on the instrument panel. The vehicle was taken back to an authorized dealer who stated that only recall repairs had been performed. The contact called the manufacturer who sent two representatives to inspect the vehicles. The representatives stated that the vehicle was performing normally after they repaired it again (did not say what was repaired). The vehicle somehow slipped off the lift while at the dealer, hit the ground and bounced four times. The failure mileage was 129,299 and the current mileage was 130,000.
- Service brakes, hydraulic
Lexus LX 470 2003 driver foot rest breaks away and gets lodges under the brake pedal preventing safe stop. *Tr
- Service brakes, hydraulic
We experienced a complete loss of the hydraulic braking system on our lexus LX 470 SUV while driving the vehicle. shortly after the initial repair (grounding wire?) the system again failed. the system was again repaired by the dealership, with subsequent loss of the braking system for a third…
We experienced a complete loss of the hydraulic braking system on our lexus LX 470 SUV while driving the vehicle. shortly after the initial repair (grounding wire?) the system again failed. the system was again repaired by the dealership, with subsequent loss of the braking system for a third time almost resulting in a serious accident (children on board). the dealership called in the factory technician who diagnosed a problem with the actuator?as of this time the brakes are still not working even after repair of the actuator. this vehicle IS a death trap waiting to happen. I was reading some technical bulletins and understand that some lexus suvs have had a problem with the brake booster. this IS a life or death issue. vehicles like this need to be recalled. *Tr
- Equipment · Visibility
The consumer couldn't see out the front windshield on the driver's side while driving in heavy snow. *ph a night vision system, which IS a factory add on, was installed in the consumer's vehicle. the placement of the housing for this system blocked the air flow. as a result there was not…
The consumer couldn't see out the front windshield on the driver's side while driving in heavy snow. *ph a night vision system, which IS a factory add on, was installed in the consumer's vehicle. the placement of the housing for this system blocked the air flow. as a result there was not enough space to allow the air to flow in the volume needed. the manufacturer indicated that the vehicle was functioning within the engineering guidelines and that no corrective action will be taken. *nm
- Air bags › Frontal
Head-on collision where no air bags were released. *la
- Child seat
Incompatibility with higher-weight-limit harnessed child restraints and vehicle anchorage systems. specifically tether anchor weight limits. Most vehicles have a 40 lb. Weight limit for tether anchorage (as mandated in fmvss 213), while there are several cr on the market whose harnessed weight…
Incompatibility with higher-weight-limit harnessed child restraints and vehicle anchorage systems. specifically tether anchor weight limits. Most vehicles have a 40 lb. Weight limit for tether anchorage (as mandated in fmvss 213), while there are several cr on the market whose harnessed weight limit exceeds 40 lbs, up to 80 lbs (specifically the husky, marathon & wizard models by britax). the cr mfr states that the cr must be tethered above 50 lbs. while the vehicle mfrs state a 40 lb weight limit on tether anchorages.
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 10214355Lexus Safety Recall and Service Campaign - Technician Certification Requirements 4.13.2022
- 10207945POL: This consolidated Tire Warranty Guide contains the complete warranty terms for all brands of ground and spare tires currently in use by Lexus. This information must be kept near the point of vehicle sale and be available to any customer that requests it. Customers can find this information on the Owner?s section of Lexus.com. Dealers can locate a copy of this guide on the Claims Processing & Resource Center in Dealer Daily as well.
- 10205383Spots in Window Glass - vehicle exterior
- 10205362Rear Seat Entertainment Parental Control Password Reset/Initialization
- 10205352Windshield Wiper Blade Maintenance and cleaning
- 10205346Auto matic Transmission Replacement kPrecautions
- 10205331Immobilizer and Smart Key Reset
- 10205327Techstream ECU Flash Reprogramming Procedure.
- 10205319Brake Pedal Force Gauge SST for Parking Brake Inspection.
- 10179697TSB: 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. Cases that are determined to be a ?leak? should be repaired accordingly and will be covered under warranty if applicable. Cases that are determined to be a ?seep? should be documented on the repair order and inspected at the next service interval. Follow the Repair Information in this bulletin to determine if the concern in question is a fluid leak or fluid seep and review the Repair Procedure section to address this condition.
- 10179601TSB: 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. Cases that are determined to be a ?leak? should be repaired accordingly and will be covered under warranty if applicable. Cases that are determined to be a ?seep? should be documented on the repair order and inspected at the next service interval. Follow the Repair Information in this bulletin to determine if the concern in question is a fluid leak or fluid seep and review the Repair Procedure section to address this condition.
- 10177783TSB: OBSOLETE NOTICE June 23, 2020: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see L-SB-0023-20.
- 10177780TSB: 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. Be sure to review the entire content of this service bulletin before proceeding. This Service Bulletin provides best practice procedures for vehicle pulling complaint, diagnosis, and repair for 2002 ? 2021 model year Lexus vehicles. This information supplements Repair Manual procedures when the symptoms are: ?Vehicle Pulling: The vehicle moves to the right or left when the driver holds the steering wheel while driving straight ahead without exerting steering effort. ?Steering Wheel Off Center: The vehicle travels straight, but the steering wheel is not pointed straight ahead. The vehicle is not pulling. Before repairing a vehicle pulling to one side, it is necessary to clearly identify the cause of the pulling condition. Frequently, pulling to one side is diagnosed as a wheel alignment concern. However, the actual cause may be related to the lateral force generated by the tires, vehicle damage, road crown or worn components. Performing a wheel alignment when tire force is the cause could result in the wheel alignment being set at a value outside of specifications. This could then cause other problems such as uneven tire wear, etc. A customer may notice a pull to the left when in the left lanes of travel and notice a pull to the right or no pull when traveling in the right lanes of travel on the very same section of roadway. This road crown effect is environmental and cannot be corrected with suspension adjustments or any other wheel or tire modification discussed in this bulletin.
- 10176283Safety Recall and Service Campaign - Technician Certification Requirements
- 10174889TSB: OBSOLETE NOTICE April 06, 2020: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see L-SB-0008-20. Replacement Certification Labels and VIN Plates
- 10174888TSB: SUPERSESSION NOTICE The information contained in this bulletin supersedes Service Bulletin Nos. L-SB-0048-08, PG007-07, PG016-01, PG015-01, PG004-97, PG003-97, PG003-93, PG002-90, L-SB-0048-08, PG007-07, PG016-01, PG015-01, PG004-97, PG003-97, PG003 93, and PG002-90. The aforementioned bulletins are obsolete, and any printed versions should be discarded. Replacement certification labels (the vinyl label installed on the driver door or door post) and VIN plates (the metal plate riveted to dashboard) (see Figure 1) for most 1990 ? 2020 model year vehicles may be available provided the requests meet the criteria listed in this Service Bulletin.
- 10168547Dealer Daily Message: Lexus plans to send Safety Recall/Special Service Campaign Follow-Up Notices for the above referenced campaigns to remind owners whose vehicles have not yet had campaign repairs completed.
- 10168546Region Letter: Lexus plans to conduct Safety Recall/Special Campaign follow-up notifications to owners whose vehicles have not yet had the following Safety Recall/Special Service Campaign repairs completed. Please note the following information for Area associates.
- 10167966Dealer Package: Follow-Up Owner Notification Letter Mailing Date The Campaign Follow-Up Owner Notification(s) will begin in Late October 2019. Owner notifications will be sent over a period of several weeks consistent with parts availability. To ensure customer satisfaction, Lexus requests that dealers complete Safety Recalls/Special Service Campaigns on any used vehicles currently in dealer inventory prior to customer delivery. However, if the campaign cannot be completed (for example, due to remedy parts availability), delivery of a covered vehicle is acceptable if disclosed to the customer that the vehicle is involved in a Safety Recall/Special Service Campaign. Lexus expects dealers to use the attached Customer Contact and Vehicle Disclosure Form to obtain vehicle buyer information. Dealers are expected to provide a copy of the completed form, along with the most current FAQ for that campaign, to the vehicle buyer. Lexus and the dealer may use this information to contact the customer when the remedy becomes available.
- 10134473LSB: The procedure in this bulletin is a general guideline on how to properly diagnose the air conditioning system after a component failure. Refer to the applicable Repair Manual for vehicle specific repair procedures and parts.
- 10133926In the recent Bi-annual Floor Mat reminder letter distributed November, 2012, Lexus indicated that we were developing support materials that will help remind dealership customers and associates of the importance of proper floor mat usage.
- 10133924Some customers may complain that the Rear Seat Entertainment system is inoperative if they have misplaced the parental passcode for the system.
- 10133923Lexus vehicles are equipped with SRS, including various airbags and in some models, seat belt pre-tensioners, to help reduce the risk of injury in a collision. If a customer expresses any concerns that the SRS airbags or pretensioner devices did not per
- 10133914Flash 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. This bulletin details the Techstream ECU flash reprograming process and outlines use of the TIS and the CUW.
- 10133910When servicing interior electrical switches and components, please note the precautions in this bulletin to avoid damaging electrical components and switches. Many lubricants, cleaners, and automotive chemicals contain silicone or other compounds that may contaminate electrical contacts, and therefore increase electrical resistance and decrease switch performance. The use of any cleaners or fluids may increase the risk of further damage to electrical components.
- 10133866Navigation/ Multi Info Display Day Mode Operation
- 10133849A new Special Service Tool (SST 09709-00002) has been introduced to aid in the inspection procedure for certain vehicles equipped with a floor pedal-type parking brake system. This bulletin references the correct method for installing the Brake Pedal Force Gauge. Refer to the appropriate Repair Manual for parking brake pedal travel inspection and adjustment specification.
- 10132778TSB: OBSOLETE NOTICE-June 12, 2014: This bulletin is now obsolete.
- 10132777TSB: 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. This bulletin details the Techstream ECU flash reprogramming process and outlines use of the Technical Information System (TIS) and the Calibration Update Wizard (CUW). Flash calibration updates can only be applied to the vehicle/ECU combination for which they are intended. ECUs have internal security that will not allow them to be programmed with another ECU?s information.
- 10132739TSB: OBSOLETE NOTICE: July 7, 2014: This bulletin is now obsolete.
- 10132734TSB: 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.
- 10132726TSB: 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.
- 10132625TSB: 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. 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. This bulletin details the Techstream ECU flash reprogramming process and outlines use of the Technical Information System (TIS) and the Calibration Update Wizard (CUW). Flash calibration updates can only be applied to the vehicle/ECU combination for which they are intended. ECUs have internal security that will not allow them to be programmed with another ECU?s information.
- 10132575LSB: The procedure in this bulletin is a general guideline on how to properly diagnose the air conditioning system after a component failure. Refer to the applicable Repair Manual for vehicle specific repair procedures and parts.
- 10132302If a creak, tick, or rattle noise is heard at the top or bottom of the windshield, the source of the noise may be the two windshield stoppers bonded to the top of the windshield or the windshield retainers bonded to the lower edge of the windshield. This bulletin provides the recommended repair procedure to eliminate these types of noises from the windshield area.
- 10132108This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see L-SB-0082-14.
- 10132083Adhesive & sealant cross reference Information
- 10132082Spots in Window glass
- 10132074Beginning in 1998, Lexus introduced side airbags as optional equipment. Lexus does NOT recommend replacement of original seat covers with non-Lexus leather or other seat cover materials on vehicles due to the following: Seat covers NOT recommended by Lexus may affect side airbag performance, in general or in part, during an accident. Modifications that negatively affect side airbag performance can result in severe occupant injuries. Seat covers are an integral part of this safety system. Replacing fabric seat covers with non-Lexus leather or other seat cover materials may compromise the effectiveness of this safety system. The design of the seat is complex, integrating safety and strength with comfort and luxury. Lexus strongly discourages modifying original equipment seats that have optional side airbags. Additionally, Lexus strongly advises against the installation or use of aftermarket seat covers, which could impair the performance of the side airbags in the event of an accident.
- 10132006This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see L-SB-0092-13.
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