2014 Lexus ES350 Technical Service Bulletins

247 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2014 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.

• 10093995Nov 12, 2015Equipment. Tt: refer to the chart below for a comprehensive list of the current and previously issued usb ssts and their applicability. This is only a reference list of tools that might be in dealership inventory and not meant to be a diagnostic or repair procedure. Generation 7 navigation systems use a usb sst to update firmware and map. Generation 8 navigation systems use a usb stick to update the firmware only.
• 10111504Nov 2, 2015Equipment, Electrical system. LSB: Lexus models equipped with the HDD Navigation (EMV-N) System require a Special Service Tool (SST) USB drive to update the map, points of interest, Gracenote®, and system software. The SST is used with all vehicles to deliver the update, however a unique Activation Number is required for each vehicle. Activation Numbers are provided in an Activation Card Number (ACN) pamphlet available through the normal parts…
• 10111503Nov 2, 2015Equipment, Electrical system. LSB: Lexus models equipped with the HDD Navigation (EMV-N) System will periodically require an update to the Gracenote Database. Gracenote includes detailed information for songs (e.g., Genre, artist, Song Title, Album Name, etc.). The Gracenote update will be included on the Map Update SST. A Gracenote update must be performed before a Navigation Map Update. A Navigation Map Update is not required to complete the…
• 10093982Nov 2, 2015Equipment. "lsb: lexus models equipped with the hdd navigation (emv-n) system require a special service tool (sst) usb drive to update the map, points of interest, gracenote®, and system software. The sst is used with all vehicles to deliver the update, however a unique activation number is required for each vehicle. Activation numbers are provided in an activation card number (acn) pamphlet available through the normal parts…
• 10093978Nov 2, 2015Equipment. Lsb: lexus models equipped with the hdd navigation (emv-n) system will periodically require an update to the gracenote database. Gracenote includes detailed information for songs (e.g., genre, artist, song title, album name, etc.). The gracenote update will be included on the map update sst. A gracenote update must be performed before a navigation map update. A navigation map update is not required to complete the…
• 10109509Sep 3, 2015Electrical system, Equipment. Tech Tip: Some customers may experience Bluetooth disconnections or loss of SMS Text Message Functionality on the navigation/audio system with Android phones running Kitkat 4.4 or later. This condition tends to occur to customers who have many previous text messages on their phones.
• 10134460Aug 25, 2015Equipment. Condition - 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.
• 10132535Aug 25, 2015Equipment. Condition - 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.
• 10134439Jul 30, 2015Electrical system. TSB: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see L-SB-0032-15.
• 10134162Jul 30, 2015Electrical system. LSB: Lexus Enform? Apps will be periodically updated via an over-the-air update system. Updates can come in "Optional" or "Mandatory" form. The update process will take approximately 1 minute for each application requiring an update. Follow the procedure below to perform an update when necessary.
• 10132557Jul 30, 2015Equipment, Electrical system. LSB: Lexus Enform? Apps will be periodically updated via an over-the-air update system. Updates can come in ?Optional? or ?Mandatory? form. The update process will take approximately 1 minute for each application requiring an update. Follow the procedure below to perform an update when necessary.
• 10132514Jul 30, 2015Equipment. TSB: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see L-SB-0032-15.
• 10134167Jul 14, 2015Electrical system. TT: Techstream Health Check Results screen shows "Yes" for a Telematics ECU (DCM) Calibration update regardless of whether a calibration update is available or not. The issue is related to the Techstream software and will be corrected in a future Techstream software release.
• 10132562Jul 14, 2015Electrical system. TT: Techstream Health Check Results screen shows "Yes" for a Telematics ECU (DCM) Calibration update regardless of whether a calibration update is available or not. The issue is related to the Techstream software and will be corrected in a future Techstream software release.
• 10132726Jul 7, 2015Equipment. 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.
• 10205326Jun 29, 2015Equipment, Electrical system. Battery Maintenance for In-Stock Vehicles.
• 10111303Jun 29, 2015Electrical system. LSB: While a vehicle is in inventory, the battery is subject to conditions that can reduce its performance and life. Batteries can become discharged due to an extended storage period, temperature, parasitic drain, or while demonstrating vehicle features and benefits in the sales process. Battery inspection and maintenance are required in order to ensure proper operation and optimal battery life.
• 10111153Jun 29, 2015Electrical system. LSB: While a vehicle is in inventory, the battery is subject to conditions that can reduce its performance and life. Batteries can become discharged due to an extended storage period, temperature, parasitic drain, or while demonstrating vehicle features and benefits in the sales process. Battery inspection and maintenance are required in order to ensure proper operation and optimal battery life.
• 10111308Jun 17, 2015Equipment. TT: iPhone text messages do not appear on multimedia display.
• 10111158Jun 17, 2015Equipment, Electrical system. TT: iPhone text messages do not appear on multimedia display.
• 10134473May 13, 2015Equipment. LSB: 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.
• 10132575May 13, 2015Equipment. LSB: 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.
• 10111398Apr 10, 2015Electrical system, Equipment. LSB: 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…
• 10111205Apr 10, 2015Electrical system, Equipment. LSB: 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…
• 10134173Mar 9, 2015Electrical system. TechTip: Condition: The customer is unable to delete their call history or contacts from the vehicle. The "delete" soft button on the multi-information display is greyed out and not selectable.
• 10132616Mar 9, 2015Electrical system. TechTip: Condition: The customer is unable to delete their call history or contacts from the vehicle. The "delete" soft button on the multi-information display is greyed out and not selectable.
• 10111368Feb 27, 2015Equipment. 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 longer functioning with the customer's phone such as ability to change the track using the steering wheel controls. These concerns can be caused by changes made on the customer's…
• 10111367Feb 27, 2015Equipment. TT: Some Lexus vehicles equipped with Text Reply functionality may display a greyed out Text Reply button if the function is not supported by the customer's cellular telephone.
• 10111232Feb 27, 2015Equipment. 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 longer functioning with the customer's phone such as ability to change the track using the steering wheel controls. These concerns can be caused by changes made on the customer's…
• 10111231Feb 27, 2015Electrical system, Equipment. TT: Some Lexus vehicles equipped with Text Reply functionality may display a greyed out Text Reply button if the function is not supported by the customer's cellular telephone.
• 10111362Feb 11, 2015Body and structure. 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. These wrinkles sometimes trap water and cause the paint to stain from the trapped moisture, especially on horizontal surfaces, such as the hood, roof, and trunk. Stains can be removed by heating the stained surface to…
• 10111226Feb 11, 2015Body and structure. 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. These wrinkles sometimes trap water and cause the paint to stain from the trapped moisture, especially on horizontal surfaces, such as the hood, roof, and trunk. Stains can be removed by heating the stained surface to…
• 10111342Jan 6, 2015Equipment. 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 audio/navigation system, and the inability to place a hands free phone call using the audio/navigation system.
• 10111332Jan 6, 2015Seats. LSB: Some 2013 - 2014 model year ES 300h and ES 350 vehicles may exhibit a condition where the seat cooler operation is less than customer expectation. This is due to the air duct collapsing when there is weight in the seat, thus restricting air flow through the air duct. Use the following bulletin to address this condition.
• 10111252Jan 6, 2015Equipment, Electrical system. 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 audio/navigation system, and the inability to place a hands free phone call using the audio/navigation system.
• 10111242Jan 6, 2015Seats. LSB: Some 2013 - 2014 model year ES 300h and ES 350 vehicles may exhibit a condition where the seat cooler operation is less than customer expectation. This is due to the air duct collapsing when there is weight in the seat, thus restricting air flow through the air duct. Use the following bulletin to address this condition.
• 10111341Jan 5, 2015Equipment, Electrical system. TT: Techstream Health Check Results screenshots "Yes" for a Telematics ECU (DCM) Calibration update regardless of whether a calibration update is available or not. The issue is related to the Techstream software and will be corrected in a future Techstream software release.
• 10111251Jan 5, 2015Equipment, Electrical system. TT: Techstream Health Check Results screenshots "Yes" for a Telematics ECU (DCM) Calibration update regardless of whether a calibration update is available or not. The issue is related to the Techstream software and will be corrected in a future Techstream software release.
• 10109384Nov 14, 2014Equipment. 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.
• 10205369Nov 7, 2014Equipment. Navigation and Audio System Update/ Upgrade USB Directory
• 10109391Nov 7, 2014Equipment. TT: Refer to the chart below for a comprehensive list of the current and previously issued USB SSTs and their applicability. This is only a reference list of tools that might be in a dealership inventory and not meant to be a diagnostic or repair procedure. Generation 7 navigation systems use a USB SST to update the firmware and map. Generation 8 navigation system models use a USB stick to update the firmware ONLY.
• 10109449Oct 23, 2014Transmission and drivetrain, Electrical system, Equipment. 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. This bulletin details the Techstream ECU flash reprogramming process and outlines use of the Technical Information System (TIS) and the Calibration Update Wizard (CUW).
• 10205346Oct 16, 2014Transmission and drivetrain. Auto matic Transmission Replacement kPrecautions
• 10109447Oct 16, 2014Transmission and drivetrain. TSB: OBSOLETE NOTICE-October 16, 2014: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see L-SB-0082-14.
• 10109445Oct 16, 2014Transmission and drivetrain. 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. Incorrect torque converter bolts or missing washers can cause damage to the torque converter assembly. Use the information in this bulletin when installing an automatic transmission/transaxle assembly.
• 10109444Oct 16, 2014Transmission and drivetrain. 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. Use the information in this bulletin when installing an automatic transmission/transaxle assembly.
• 10109443Oct 15, 2014Transmission and drivetrain. 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.
• 10205385Oct 13, 2014Electrical system, Equipment. Bluetooth Connectivity for Apple Devices Upgraded to iOS 8.0.X
• 10109469Oct 13, 2014Equipment, Electrical system. Tech Tip: Customer complains of carious Bluetooth connectivity concerns after upgrading to iOS 8.0 and later. Conditions typically experienced include inability to pair the iPhone to the system, poor sound quality during phone calls placed through the audio/navigation system, and the inability to place a hands free phone call using the audio/navigation system.
• 10109437Oct 7, 2014Equipment, Transmission and drivetrain. TSB: World Standard (WS) Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) was introduced to reduce maintenance costs and increase the mileage between scheduled maintenance checks. Here are some important tips when working with ATF-WS in Lexus vehicles requiring its use.

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