2014 Lexus GS 350 Technical Service Bulletins

283 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2014 Lexus GS 350. 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.

• 10205331Jul 7, 2014Electrical system. Immobilizer and Smart Key Reset
• 10205330Jul 7, 2014Electrical system, Equipment. Immobilizer and Smart Key Reset
• 10205329Jul 4, 2014Electrical system. Immobilizer and Smart Key Reset.
• 10132781Jun 18, 2014Brakes. TSB: Some Standard/Luxury grade 2WD GS 350 and GS 450h vehicles may exhibit a front brake squeak while traveling at slow speeds. A new brake pad kit, brake disc, and shim are available to reduce the likelihood of this condition occurring.
• 10205327Jun 12, 2014Electrical system, Equipment. Techstream ECU Flash Reprogramming Procedure.
• 10132778Jun 12, 2014Other or unknown. TSB: OBSOLETE NOTICE-June 12, 2014: This bulletin is now obsolete.
• 10132777Jun 12, 2014Electrical system. 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).
• 10132821May 29, 2014Transmission and drivetrain. Tech Tip: (A) Some Customers/Technicians may experience a condition where the mirrors adjust to an unexpected position when the transmission is shifted into reverse. (B) Some Customers/Technicians may experience a condition where the mirrors do not change to the exact position in which the customer had set the memory to when the transmission is shifted into reverse.
• 10060752May 29, 2014Equipment, Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10132820May 23, 2014Equipment. Tech Tip: Greenhouse Gas Logic (GHG) has been implemented on Toyota A/C Systems to reduce tailpipe emissions. The Federal government issues CAFÉ (Corporate Average Fuel Economy) credits to vehicle manufacturers that implement new technologies that reduce the carbon footprint of the vehicles they produce.
• 10060772May 23, 2014Equipment. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10132819May 20, 2014Steering, Engine. Tech Tip: 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 side-to-side. HINT: The above listed vehicles are not equipped with an LED indicator on the "ENGINE START STOP" or "POWER" switch, and instead will display a message reading "Steering Lock Engaged" in the event that the steering lock actuator is unable to disengage from…
• 10060755May 20, 2014Steering. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10133745Mar 14, 2014Electrical system. 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.
• 10133744Mar 6, 2014Electrical system. Customers complain of Bluetooth connectivity concerns such as: difficulty to pair the phone. Intermittent Bluetooth failure to connect to the vehicle when first turning on the vehicle. These concerns can be caused by changes made on the customer's phone. Make sure to inquire with the customer if the connectivity concerns occurred after receiving an operating system update on their phone or they have restore their…
• 10131957Jan 17, 2014Wheels. Some 2WD F-Sport grade GS 350 vehicles may exhibit a clicking sound coming from the front wheel area when turning left and/or right at slow speeds. Updated brake discs are available to address this condition.
• 10061222Jan 17, 2014Wheels. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10131964Jan 16, 2014Air bags. Lexus vehicles are equipped with Supplemental Restraint Systems (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 pre-tensioner devices did not perform as expected (including an unintended deployment event), please follow the steps in the recommendations section below.
• 10205352Dec 19, 2013Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). Windshield Wiper Blade Maintenance and cleaning
• 10132006Dec 19, 2013Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see L-SB-0092-13.
• 10132004Dec 19, 2013Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). The following procedures are recommended during routine maintenance or in the event of a customer concern for wiper performance.
• 10132013Dec 17, 2013Brakes, Back-over prevention (rear camera). The ?13-?14MY GS 350 comes equipped with an electronic Rear Parking Brake. The adjustment method is different from the previous generation GS model which had a mechanical parking brake. Because of this, a different procedure is required when performing adjustments. If the incorrect adjustment procedure is performed, this may adversely affect the performance of the parking brake including possibility of causing a…
• 10061721Dec 17, 2013Brakes. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10132012Dec 16, 2013Electrical system. When performing the Zero Point Calibration & Sensitivity Check on the models noted above, an error will occur if user follows on-screen instructions. This issue is being investigated for release in a future software version.
• 10061734Dec 16, 2013Equipment. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10132074Nov 10, 2013Seats, Air bags. Beginning 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…
• 10132083Nov 7, 2013Equipment. Adhesive & sealant cross reference Information
• 10205383Nov 2, 2013Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). Spots in Window Glass - vehicle exterior
• 10132082Nov 2, 2013Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). Spots in Window glass
• 10132145Oct 24, 2013Equipment. These concerns can be caused by changes made on the customer?s phone. Make sure to inquire with the customer if the connectivity concerns occurred after receiving an operating system update on their phone or they have restored their phone data/settings recently.
• 10132144Oct 24, 2013Electrical system, Equipment. MY 2013 Gen 7 navigation systems use a USB SST to update the firmware and map. MY 2014 IS and GX models incorporate a Gen 8 navigation system that uses a USB stick to update the firmware ONLY. Refer to the chart below for a comprehensive list of all current and previously issued USB SSTs and their applicability.
• 10132142Oct 3, 2013Engine. Starting with the 2010 Model Year, Lexus began a gradual transition to the use of synthetic 0w-20 viscosity engine oil. There are multiple benefits of this oil
• 10132116Oct 3, 2013Steering, Electrical system. The DCC fuses are removed at the assembly plant to reduce parasitic current draw from the battery during transport and storage. As a result of the removal of the DCC fuses, the Variable Gear Ratio Steering (VGRS) system will be inoperative and the steering wheel may be off-center. After the DCC fuses are reinstalled, the VGRS system will be operative, but the steering wheel may become off-center by 5 ? 10 degrees…
• 10132114Oct 3, 2013Tires. 2014 model year GS 350 and GS 450h vehicles are equipped with a direct-type Tire Pressure Warning System (TPWS). Each tire (except the spare tire) has a tire pressure warning valve/sensor that measures tire pressure. The data is transmitted to the Tire Pressure Warning System antenna/receiver and then to the Tire Pressure Warning System ECU.
• 10132146Oct 2, 2013Equipment, Engine cooling. If a customer states there is an unpleasant odor in the vehicle from the HVAC system, there are various factors that may be involved.
• 10132111Oct 2, 2013Equipment. The front license plate mounting bracket and 2 self-tapping screws for the 2014 model year GS 350 and GS 450h are stored in the glove compartment of the vehicle. Install the license plate and mounting bracket during Pre-Delivery Service (PDS).
• 10132110Oct 2, 2013Electrical system. To minimize battery discharge during transportation and storage, the DCC fuse (20A) has been removed at the assembly plant, and temporarily stored in the blank space of the fuse block in the engine compartment. During Pre-Delivery Service (PDS), reinstall the DCC fuse into its original location.
• 10132109Oct 2, 2013Wheels, Brakes. The front wheel opening extension pad set (right and left front wheel opening extension pads, 8 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 on the vehicle.
• 10132113Oct 1, 2013Equipment. This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see L-SB-0074-14.
• 10132112Oct 1, 2013Equipment. This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see L-SB-0073-14.
• 10132108Oct 1, 2013Transmission and drivetrain. This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see L-SB-0082-14.
• 10205381Sep 27, 2013Equipment. Intermittent Audio from Podcasts on iPhones Running iOS 7.0
• 10132193Sep 27, 2013Electrical system. Some customers may report the following conditions with the Podcast application on iPhones running iOS 7.0 and later: While playing a podcast the system will jump to the next podcast Podcast will intermittently restart at the beginning of the current podcast
• 10205380Sep 26, 2013Equipment. How to play itunes radio using the vehicle's Audio System
• 10205379Sep 26, 2013Equipment. Characteristics of Facetime Audio Calls using - All 2012-2014 My Models
• 10132192Sep 26, 2013Electrical system, Equipment. iTunes Radio is a new feature for iPhone 4, 4S, 5, 5S, and 5C running iOS 7 or later. This feature does work with the in-vehicle audio system either via Bluetooth or by USB cable. Details on how to access this feature are described below.
• 10132191Sep 26, 2013Equipment. Customers using iPhone 4, 4S, 5, 5S, or 5C running iOS 7.0 or later now have the ability to make Facetime Audio calls (no video). When a customer is paired by Bluetooth Hands Free and they make a Facetime Audio call the vehicle radio will treat it as a typical Bluetooth phone call. Because Facetime works differently than a typical phone call, the in-vehicle experience may not meet the customer?s expectations.
• 10205378Sep 13, 2013Equipment. When an iPhone is linked to the vehicle through Bluetooth, activation of the microphone on the iPhone will result in the vehicle display showing that an outgoing call is being made.
• 10205307Sep 13, 2013Equipment. XM Re-Registration with Radio Unit Swap 2010-2014 Models with Satellite Radio
• 10132190Sep 13, 2013Equipment. To receive satellite radio functions after the initial trial period has expired, the customer must enter into a contract with XM Satellite Radio Inc. After entering into a contract, registration of an 8-digit XM Radio ID is required. This 8-digit XM Radio ID is found by turning to channel ?0? of the satellite radio.

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