Lexus GS Service Bulletins
771 manufacturer communications on file.
- February 8, 2017•Document ID: 10131773Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
- Mfr Comm. #:
- L-SB-0002-14
- Date Added:
- April 2, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- LEXUS
SummaryTSB: OBSOLETE NOTICE February 8, 2017: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see L-SB-0100-16.
Associated Products (2)Associated Documents - February 6, 2017•Document ID: 10131770Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsBACK OVER PREVENTION; WHEELS
- Mfr Comm. #:
- L-SB-0100-16 Rev
- Date Added:
- April 2, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- LEXUS
SummaryTSB: REVISION NOTICE February 6, 2017 Rev1: The Supersession Notice has been added. Any previous printed versions of this bulletin should be discarded. Some 2013 ? 2016 model year GS and 2015 ? 2016 model year RC vehicles equipped with 2WD drivetrain and the F Sport package may exhibit a clicking type noise coming from the front wheel area during a slow (parking lot) speed turn. Follow the Repair Procedure in this bulletin to address this condition.
Associated Products (6)Associated Documents - January 31, 2017•Document ID: 10156336Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL; EQUIPMENT
- Mfr Comm. #:
- Technician Certi
- Date Added:
- April 1, 2019
- Manufacturer:
- LEXUS
SummaryUpdate on Technician Certification Requirements.
Associated Products (9)Associated Documents - January 31, 2017•Document ID: 10152236Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- LSB010817
- Date Added:
- December 17, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- LEXUS
SummaryTSB: 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. Because of these factors, battery inspection and maintenance are required in order to ensure proper operation and optimal battery life.
Associated Products (8)Associated Documents - January 30, 2017•Document ID: 10152235Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- LSB010717
- Date Added:
- December 17, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- LEXUS
SummaryTSB: Hybrid vehicles are equipped with 2 types of batteries: * Hybrid Vehicle (HV) battery * 12-volt auxiliary battery If the vehicle is put into storage, the State-Of-Charge (SOC) of its HV battery and auxiliary battery will gradually decrease. To prevent the auxiliary battery from becoming discharged during storage, proper maintenance is necessary.
Associated Products (6)Associated Documents - January 25, 2017•Document ID: 10152225Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsTIRES
- Mfr Comm. #:
- LSB010517
- Date Added:
- December 17, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- LEXUS
SummaryTSB: During the manufacturing process, tires are mounted on the vehicle as matched sets to help reduce conditions such as pulling or drifting. If the wheels are replaced or refinished before vehicle delivery, it is important that the tires remain on the vehicle in the same location and in the same direction of rotation. Refer to the following procedure to ensure
Associated Products (8)Associated Documents - January 24, 2017•Document ID: 10152223Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
- Mfr Comm. #:
- LSB010317
- Date Added:
- December 17, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- LEXUS
SummaryTSB: 2018 model year vehicles are equipped with driver?s side floor mat retaining clips to secure the floor mat in the correct position. In addition, some models may utilize retaining clips for passenger side and rear seat floor mats as well. Follow the appropriate Installation Procedure to attach the driver?s side, and if applicable, the passenger?s side and rear seat floor mats to the vehicle carpet using the floor mat retaining clips during Pre-Delivery Service (PDS).
Associated Products (8)Associated Documents - January 23, 2017•Document ID: 10152221Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Mfr Comm. #:
- LTT021617
- Date Added:
- December 17, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- LEXUS
SummaryTT: In the event of brake repair occurring on an applicable vehicle, please use the images below to identify which rotors are installed on the vehicle. Some applicable vehicles have had front rotors replaced for a clicking concern, see L-SB-0100-16.
Associated Products (8)Associated Documents - January 19, 2017•Document ID: 10152215Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT
- Mfr Comm. #:
- LSB010217
- Date Added:
- December 17, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- LEXUS
SummaryTSB: 2018 model year Lexus vehicles are equipped with factory installed XM Satellite Radio, including a 90-day free customer trial. As part of the Pre-Delivery Service (PDS) process, ensure that the XM Satellite Radio is activated and ready for use.
Associated Products (7)Associated Documents - December 17, 2016•Document ID: 10152262Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- L-SB-0088-15
- Date Added:
- December 17, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- LEXUS
SummaryLSB: This bulletin includes basic procedures for preforming a Rescue Charge on Ni-MH High Voltage (HV) Batteries. This bulletin should be used in conjunction with the Repair Manual while performing the Rescue Charge. The GRX-5100 should be used wherever the Repair Manual references the Toyota Hybrid System (THS) Charger.
Associated Products (35)Associated Documents - November 28, 2016•Document ID: 10132929Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT
- Mfr Comm. #:
- L-SB-0099-16
- Date Added:
- April 2, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- LEXUS
SummaryTSB: This bulletin provides general high-voltage safety precautions for the hybrid system. The hybrid system circuits operate with up to 650 volts. These high voltages are dangerous and can cause severe personal injuries, burns, and electrical shock if proper safety precautions are NOT followed. Be sure to carefully review ALL applicable Repair Manual procedures BEFORE performing service.
Associated Products (1)Associated Documents - November 28, 2016•Document ID: 10132928Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT
- Mfr Comm. #:
- L-SB-0098-16
- Date Added:
- April 2, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- LEXUS
SummaryTSB: The front wheel opening extension pad set (right and left front wheel opening extension pads and self-tapping screws) is placed in the luggage compartment at the assembly plant to avoid damage in transit. Install the front wheel opening extension pads to the vehicle prior to delivery to the customer.
Associated Products (1)Associated Documents - November 17, 2016•Document ID: 10132917Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT
- Mfr Comm. #:
- L-SB-0097-16
- Date Added:
- April 2, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- LEXUS
SummaryTSB: The front license plate mounting bracket and self-tapping screws for the 2017 model year GS F/200t/350/450h are stored in the luggage compartment of the vehicle. Install the license plate and mounting bracket during Pre-Delivery Service (PDS).
Associated Products (1)Associated Documents - November 11, 2016•Document ID: 10132906Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsFUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
- Mfr Comm. #:
- L-SB-0094-16
- Date Added:
- April 2, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- LEXUS
SummaryTSB: Some 2013 ? 2016 model year FR-S vehicles may exhibit a high pitch chirp or squeak noise from the high pressure Fuel Pump Assembly when the engine is fully warmed-up and idling. Follow the procedure in this bulletin to address this condition.
Associated Products (2)Associated Documents - November 10, 2016•Document ID: 10132902Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
- Mfr Comm. #:
- L-SB-0060-13 Rev
- Date Added:
- April 2, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- LEXUS
SummaryTSB: 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. Any previous printed versions of this bulletin should be discarded. Some 2006 ? 2017 model year Lexus vehicles may exhibit odors naturally occurring from the HVAC system and/or related environmental factors. Although there is no way to eliminate these odors, follow the General Procedure in this bulletin to minimize the odors experienced.
Associated Products (93)Associated Documents - November 7, 2016•Document ID: 10132896Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM); EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
- Mfr Comm. #:
- L-SB-0035-15 Rev
- Date Added:
- April 2, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- LEXUS
SummaryTSB: 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 Recognition is inoperative * Same XM channel icon is used for different channels * Loss of traffic information at times when using Lexus Enform * There is traffic incident mark "!" on the map screen, but no info on the traffic incident screen * iPod scroll is stopped changing by tune knob * After correction of text in Quick Message15, the corrected text is displayed in Quick Message13 * Navigation system reboots intermittently * Navigation system reboots after receiving errant weather data * Some screens with clock information show 12:00 as 0:00 Some 2015 Lexus CT 200h, IS, NX, ES, RC, GS, and LS models equipped with navigation (version less than V1##8872), or GX 460 vehicles equipped with navigation (version less than V1##8871) may exhibit one or more of the following conditions: * Navigation system becomes frozen/has no response or slow response * Missing or incorrect HD Traffic incidents and/or flow data shown on the screen * Resetting of the navigation system * iPod Error is displayed with Apple device connected to the USB port * Song Title is not updated when using Siri * Display is blank after a Bluetooth? Audio device is connected * No audio sound after completing a phone call * Navigation system resets when playing an "Audio Book" on a CD * Unable to load multiple destinations when using destination Assist feature * HOME button does not work * Reset while making a turn off of the highlighted route
Associated Products (11)Associated Documents - November 5, 2016•Document ID: 10132894Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
- Mfr Comm. #:
- L-TT-0162-14 Rev
- Date Added:
- April 2, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- LEXUS
SummaryTT: 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. This condition tends to occur to customers who have many previous text messages on their phones.
Associated Products (29)Associated Documents - November 5, 2016•Document ID: 10111505Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- L-SB-0084-15
- Date Added:
- August 14, 2017
- Manufacturer:
- LEXUS
SummaryLSB: 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. The download and installation process may also need to be performed under other circumstances such as following a head unit replacement or after the customer's personal settings are erased. The download and installation process requires between 3 and 15 minutes to complete, depending on the file size, cellular connection speed, and other factors. Following the download and installation process, small Enform? App updates may also occur via an over the air update system. Follow the procedure below to perform the download and installation process.
Associated Products (14)Associated Documents - October 31, 2016•Document ID: 10132888Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsWHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS/STUDS
- Mfr Comm. #:
- L-TT-0212-16
- Date Added:
- April 2, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- LEXUS
SummaryTT: Front Brake Vibration Key Points: * Issue can occur at any time if improper torque is applied on lug nuts * Over time, even one lug nut over or under torqued, can cause a vibration issue * When lug nuts are over torqued, this causes the rotor to have a runout out condition which can lead to brake vibration concerns * Brake vibration issues can occur at parking lot to highway speeds * Brake vibration issues can occur at light to moderate braking * Tightening lug nuts in a star pattern method during the torqueing process will assure that even/equal pressure is applied across the rotor hub surface * Torque sticks/wrenches should be used to apply accurate torque values when tightening * Do Not use impact guns/ratchets to completely run lug nuts up to the wheel surface
Associated Products (24)Associated Documents - October 25, 2016•Document ID: 10132881Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT
- Mfr Comm. #:
- L-SB-0035-15 Rev
- Date Added:
- April 2, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- LEXUS
SummaryTSB: 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. Any previous printed versions of this bulletin should be discarded.
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