2009 Lexus ES350 Technical Service Bulletins

141 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2009 Lexus ES350. TSBs are notes manufacturers send to dealers about repair procedures for issues seen in the field. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault.

• 10132176Sep 12, 2013Equipment. Some 2006 ? 2014 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.
• 10205376Jul 31, 2013Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). Window and Windshield kProduct Report Tips - Multiple Vehicles
• 10132278Jul 31, 2013Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). Tips for writing a DPR (Dealer Product Report) on manufacturing issues for windows and windshields.
• 10132276Jul 25, 2013Equipment. Certain service publications, Technical Service Bulletins, Service Campaign Technical Instructions and Service & Parts Operation Communication Bulletins may reference specifically required adhesives and sealants
• 10132273Jul 2, 2013Tires, Equipment. Prior to tire rotation use the quick reference chart below to verify the size of the lug nut and the lug nut torque specifications. The quick reference chart is applicable to current generation vehicles only.
• 10133694Jun 14, 2013Vehicle speed control. The Federal Court in Orange County, CA today continued a Fairness Hearing regarding the proposed settlement of the consolidated Economic L:oss Class Actions relating to claims of unintended acceleration. The new (continued) date for Fairness Hearing is July 19,2013. After the hearing TMS will provide further updates on the status and timing of the settlement.
• 10133693Jun 12, 2013Vehicle speed control. On June 14, 2013 the Federal Court in Orange County, California will conduct a Fairness Hearing regarding the proposed settlement of the consolidated Economic Loss Class Actions. Dealerships may notice media coverage of this Fairness Hearing.
• 10132302Apr 2, 2013Back-over prevention (rear camera), Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). If 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.
• 10133866Feb 27, 2013Electrical system. Navigation/ Multi Info Display Day Mode Operation
• 10205126Feb 26, 2013Transmission and drivetrain. WS ATF Level Adjustment for U660E/F Transmissions.
• 10133850Feb 26, 2013Transmission and drivetrain. This bulletin includes basic procedures for inspecting and adjusting World Standard (WS) Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) level at normal vehicle operating temperature.
• 10061231Feb 26, 2013Transmission and drivetrain. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10205365Feb 25, 2013Electrical system. Vehicle no start, Start Stop Run Button LED - Lexus Models with Smart Key with LED
• 10133865Feb 25, 2013Steering. The vehicle will not start or ready-on and the steering wheel lock is engaged so that the steering wheel may only be turned very little from side-to-side.
• 10205319Feb 21, 2013Brakes. Brake Pedal Force Gauge SST for Parking Brake Inspection.
• 10133849Feb 21, 2013Brakes, Equipment. A 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.
• 10205312Feb 19, 2013Electrical system. Theft Deterrent/Keyless Entry.
• 10133846Feb 19, 2013Equipment. Some customers may inquire about the frequency and power output of the Smart Key/Smart Entry systems used on various models. The Smart Key/Smart Entry systems conform to all applicable FCC rules. This bulletin details the applicable specifications for these systems.
• 10133873Feb 13, 2013Body and structure. As previously communicated in December 2012, Lexus discovered that the trunk release lever handle in some model vehicles can break if not pulled in the direction specified on the handle. The part has been changed in production and parts have been prepared to support a product update for existing customer vehicles.
• 10133872Feb 13, 2013Body and structure. As previously communicated in December 2012, Lexus discovered that the trunk release lever handle in some model vehicles can break if not pulled in the direction specified on the handle. The part has been changed in production and parts have been prepared to support a product update for existing customer vehicles.
• 10133926Jan 25, 2013Equipment. In 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.
• 10133914Jan 23, 2013Electrical system. 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 reprograming process and outlines use of the TIS and the CUW.
• 10133923Jan 16, 2013Air bags. Lexus 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
• 10133910Jan 16, 2013Electrical system. When 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…
• 10133972Dec 10, 2012Equipment. On Tuesday, December 11, 2012 Consumer Reports will post a story on its internet site about the Internal Release Lever in certain Lexus vehicles. Please use the information provided in this communication to respond to any customer inquiries.
• 10054797Nov 10, 2011Equipment, Seats. 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.
• 10042912Oct 6, 2011Equipment. Lexus: a condition, exhibit by some vehicles, regarding the visibility of dust or powder located in the hvac vents. A cleaning procedure has been developed with a new designed evaporator and hvac system, to address condition.
• 10041079Jun 20, 2011Transmission and drivetrain, Engine cooling. Toyota: malfunction light is on with diagnostic trouble codes stored.
• 10039079May 12, 2011Seats. Toyota lexus: 2007-2009 es350. There may be a pop noise from the rear seat due to insufficiently torqued nuts.
• 10036947Apr 1, 2011Equipment. Lexus: lexus all weather floor mats. A different model vehicle's floor mats was installed, incorrectly, in a 2009 es 350 which caused an interference with accelerator pedal.
• 10037565Mar 17, 2011Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). Lexus: when the heat is turned on some 2008-2010 es vehicles may have a large variation in temperatures between the vents in the passenger or driver side.
• 10037625Jan 6, 2011Transmission and drivetrain. Lexus: information on an improved transmission fluid.
• 10034245Feb 4, 2010Electrical system. Lexus: techstream ecu flash reprogramming procedure. 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.
• 10033047Dec 18, 2009Equipment. Lexus: interior panels/trim. To improve serviceability of the floor carpet grommet (floor clamp retainer), a new service part has been developed which allows the floor carpet grommet to be replaced separately from the carpet assembly. Models include es350; is f; is250; is350; is250c, is350.
• 10033066Dec 2, 2009Engine cooling, Transmission and drivetrain. Lexus: some vehicles may exhibit a mil on condition with diagnostic trouble codes (dtc) p0351, p0352, p0353, p0354, p0355, or p0356 (ignition coil primary/secondary circuit) stored in the engine controlmodule/ecm (sae term-powertrain control module/pcm). Models include es35 and rx350.
• 10032516Sep 18, 2009Equipment. Toyota/lexus: all weather floor mats. Preliminary information indicate that the cause may have been an all weather floor mat (awfm) from a different lexus model which, if installed incorrectly in es 350, could cause it to interfere with the accelerator pedal. *pe updated 5/19/10.
• 10036932Sep 16, 2009Equipment. Lexus: all weather floor mats. The vehicle had all weather floor mats from a different vehicle incorrectly installed. This could possibly cause interference with accelerator pedal.
• 10032515Sep 2, 2009Engine cooling. Lexus: engine control. Some vehicles may exhibit a mil on diagnostic trouble code (dtc) p0138 and/or p0158 (oxygen sensor circuit high voltage bank 1 or 2). In some instances a p2195 or 02197 (a/f sensor signal stuck lean) dtc may also be present. Caused by incorrect air fuel ratio sensor response. *pe updated 6 /28/10.
• 10205339May 14, 2009Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). Wiper Blade Maintenance and Cleaning
• 10030352May 13, 2009Electrical system, Air bags. Lexus: ig1 relay freezing. Some vehicles may experience multiple warning lights illuminated, vehicle not shifting from park to drive, and other accessories becoming inoperative after the vehicle has cold soaked in sub freezing (below 14 %f [-10%c]) ambient air temperatures. A new relay and wire harness has been made available to improve this condition.
• 10032528Mar 19, 2009Engine cooling. Lexus: engine ticking noise and/or mil on p0014, p0015, p0024, p0025, p0017, or p0018. Engine mechanical.

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