2014 Lexus IS 250 Technical Service Bulletins

285 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2014 Lexus IS 250. 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.

• 10205373Jul 29, 2013Equipment. Navigation Micro SD Card Error
• 10067822Jul 29, 2013Equipment. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10132277Jul 10, 2013Equipment. SD card reads an error when swapped from another vehicle.
• 10132275Jul 10, 2013Equipment. SD card reads an error when swapped from another vehicle.
• 10061727Jul 10, 2013Equipment. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10132040May 7, 2013Tires. 2014 model year IS 250 and IS 350 vehicles are equipped with a direct-type Tire Pressure Warning System (TPWS). Each tire (except the spare tire) has a tire pressure warning valve/transmitter and the measured tire pressure data is sent to the tire pressure warning antenna by electric wave and then sent to the receiver.
• 10061692May 7, 2013Tires. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10132039May 2, 2013Back-over prevention (rear camera). 2014 model year IS 250/350 vehicles are equipped with a compass in the rear view mirror. Use the following procedure to complete initial calibration of the compass during Pre-Delivery Service (PDS).
• 10132038May 2, 2013Electrical system. To minimize battery discharge during transportation and storage, the DCC fuse (30A) has been removed at the assembly plant and temporarily stored in the blank space of the fuse block in the engine compartment.
• 10061691May 2, 2013Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10061689May 2, 2013Electrical system. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10132037May 1, 2013Wheels, Equipment. The front wheel opening extension pad set (right and left front wheel opening extension pads, 6 self-tapping screws) is loaded in the luggage compartment at the assembly plant to avoid damage in transit.
• 10132036May 1, 2013Wheels, Tires. 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.
• 10132035May 1, 2013Equipment. The front license plate mounting bracket and two self-tapping screws for the 2014 model year IS 250/350 are placed in the luggage compartment of the vehicle at the assembly plant. For states that require a front license plate, install the bracket and bolts on the bumper cover during Pre-Delivery Service (PDS) according to the following procedures.
• 10061688May 1, 2013Wheels. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10061687May 1, 2013Equipment. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10132311Apr 23, 2013Equipment. 2013 ? 2014 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, passenger?s side and rear seat floor mats to the vehicle carpet using the floor…
• 10132310Apr 23, 2013Equipment. Long-term or off-site storage requires special care to keep vehicles factory fresh and ready for delivery. The following guidelines should be performed to minimize vehicle component/part degradation due to extended vehicle storage conditions. Long-term storage can affect a vehicle?s systems and components. Any problems that are found should be corrected immediately.
• 10205358Apr 10, 2013Engine. Oil Viscosity Applicability and Cfhange Interval Guide
• 10132323Apr 10, 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
• 10132326Apr 9, 2013Air bags. A recent review of our records indicated that your Safety Connect system is not active and needs to be activated in order for services to work.
• 10132322Apr 3, 2013Equipment. Since MY 2012 several different update or upgrade USB SSTs have been issued for Lexus audio and navigation systems. Refer to the chart below for a comprehensive list of all current and previously issued USB SSTs and their applicability.
• 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.
• 10205368Mar 19, 2013Equipment. Phone Call History deletion Audio/Visual/Telematics All 2013-14 Lexus
• 10133814Mar 19, 2013Equipment. 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.
• 10205367Mar 13, 2013Equipment. Phone Call History Deletion on Vehicles with Entune - Audio/Visual/Telematics
• 10133812Mar 13, 2013Equipment. 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.
• 10133866Feb 27, 2013Electrical system. Navigation/ Multi Info Display Day Mode Operation
• 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.
• 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…
• 10131963Jan 2, 2013Equipment. 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.
• 10205328Apr 6, 2012Equipment, Tires. Tire Positioning Before New Vehicle Delivery
• 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.
• 10205297Jan 6, 2011Transmission and drivetrain. World Standard Automatic Transmission Fluid

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