2006 Lexus GS300 Technical Service Bulletins

109 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2006 Lexus GS300. 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.

• 10132739Jul 7, 2014Other or unknown. TSB: OBSOLETE NOTICE: July 7, 2014: This bulletin is now obsolete.
• 10205329Jul 4, 2014Electrical system. Immobilizer and Smart Key Reset.
• 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).
• 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.
• 10132077Nov 15, 2013Vehicle speed control. Some 2006 model year GS 300 and 2006 ? 2007 model year GS 430 vehicles may exhibit a harsh 2-1 downshift when coming to a stop. Use the repair procedure in this bulletin to address this condition.
• 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…
• 10205383Nov 2, 2013Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). Spots in Window Glass - vehicle exterior
• 10132082Nov 2, 2013Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). Spots in Window glass
• 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.
• 10132108Oct 1, 2013Transmission and drivetrain. This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see L-SB-0082-14.
• 10205340Sep 12, 2013Equipment, Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). HVAC Odor Maintenance
• 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.
• 10205364Sep 9, 2013Engine, Electrical system. Engine Misfire Duplication Procedure - MIL on DTC p030 and /or Intermittently Runs Rough
• 10132188Sep 9, 2013Engine. Some IS250 and GS300 vehicles may exhibit one or more of the following conditions: MIL ?ON? DTC P0300, P0301, P0302, P0303, P0304, P0305, and/or P0306 Intermittently runs rough after coming to a stop with the engine at operating temperature Intermittently runs rough with engine misfires present after a cold soak startup
• 10067821Sep 9, 2013Engine. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 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
• 10132274Jul 18, 2013Engine cooling. Some IS250 and GS300 vehicles may exhibit one or more of the following conditions: MIL "ON" DTC P0300, P0301, P0302, P0303, P0304, P0305, and or P0306. Intermittently runs rough after coming to a stop with the engine at operating temperature. intermittently runs rough with engine misfires present after a cold soak startup.
• 10061733Jul 18, 2013Engine. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 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.
• 10132302Apr 2, 2013Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors), Back-over prevention (rear camera). 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
• 10205319Feb 21, 2013Brakes. Brake Pedal Force Gauge SST for Parking Brake Inspection.
• 10133849Feb 21, 2013Equipment, Brakes. 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.
• 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…
• 10133956Dec 4, 2012Equipment. Some 2006 model year GS 300 vehicles may exhibit a harsh 2-1 downshift when coming to a stop. Use the repair procedure in this bulletin to address this condition.
• 10061736Dec 4, 2012Transmission and drivetrain. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10061611Dec 4, 2012Transmission and drivetrain. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10133961Dec 1, 2012Equipment. This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see L-SB-0125-12 .
• 10045639Jul 10, 2012Vehicle speed control. Lexus: precaution information on removal, inspection, installation of accelerator pedal sensor assembly, which requires no lubrication. Models 2001-13 ct200h, es300, 300h, 330, 350, gs300, 350, 450, 450h, 460, gx460, 470, hs250h, is f, is250, 250c, 350, 350c, lfa, ls430, 460, 600h, lx470, 570, rx330, 350, 400h, 450h, sc430.
• 10054797Nov 10, 2011Seats, Equipment. 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.
• 10042884Sep 19, 2011Brakes. Lexus: information regarding technical instructions being provided for the rust removal and inspection of rear brake calipers on some lexus vehicles where slide pin in rear brake calipers not operating smoothly and make noise.
• 10041636Aug 11, 2011Engine cooling. Lexus: vehicle engine runs rough after coming to a stop or misfires.
• 10039124May 31, 2011Transmission and drivetrain. Toyota: transmission or park/neutral switch installation information.
• 10037564Mar 23, 2011Steering. Lexus: steering will be notchy or will not smoothly self-center when on the highway. There is a repair procedure.
• 10037563Mar 23, 2011Steering. Lexus: steering will be notchy or will not smoothly self-center when on the highway. There is a repair procedure.
• 10205297Jan 6, 2011Transmission and drivetrain. World Standard Automatic Transmission Fluid
• 10037625Jan 6, 2011Transmission and drivetrain. Lexus: information on an improved transmission fluid.
• 10033734May 12, 2010Engine cooling. Lexus: mil on dtc p030# and/or intermittently runs rough. Engine/hybrid. Engine control. Some vehicles may exhibit one or more of the following conditions. Mil on dtc p0300, p0301, p0302, p0303, p0304, p0305 and/or p0306. Runs rough after stopping with engine at operating temperature; runs rough with engine misfires after cold soak startup.
• 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.
• 10020661Jul 31, 2006Steering. Electric power steering replacement. Consumers may complain about increased efforts while turning the wheel.
• 10019327Mar 29, 2006Engine cooling. Ilsac gf-4 engine oil standard. '06 lexus. *tt excluding hybrid vehicles. *tt recommendation.
• 10019700Mar 28, 2006Air bags. Special service campaign (ssc) - 6lb (supplemental restraint system (srs) airbag replacement). Due to improper assembly of the airbag inflator, which is incorporated into the srs airbag assembly (side airbag, curtain side airbag or driver knee airbag), some inflators were produced with an insufficient amount of the heating agents necessary for proper airbag deployment.

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