2018 Lexus LC500 Technical Service Bulletins

118 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2018 Lexus LC500. 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.

• 10140606Dec 18, 2017Exterior lighting. TSB: Some 2018 model year LC 500 and LC 500h vehicles may exhibit a condition in which a rattle noise occurs near the rear top mount center stop lamp area during operation. This condition is due to the housing and lens separation. Follow the Repair Procedure in this bulletin to address this condition.
• 10127061Dec 8, 2017Equipment. TT: HVAC drain tube is found to blocked/clogged.
• 10123428Oct 30, 2017Electrical system. TSB: Some 2018 model year LC 500 and LC 500h vehicles with Panasonic navigation may exhibit one or more of the following conditions. ? Navigation submenu becomes black ? Navigation system resets ? Weather voice output states incorrect temperature units (°F when set to °C) ? Navigation freezes while calculating route A software update is now available to address these conditions.
• 10132479Sep 20, 2017Electrical system, Equipment. TSB: REVISION NOTICE September 20, 2017 Rev1: ? Applicability has been updated to include 2018 model year NX 300 and NX 300h vehicles. ? The Introduction and Software Information sections have been updated. Any previous printed versions of this bulletin should be discarded. Some 2018 model year Lexus vehicles are equipped with an eOwner?s Manual (eOM), which is installed into the head unit while the vehicle is in…
• 10119432Sep 18, 2017Equipment. TT: Some customers may experience greyed out buttons or inactive screens (lockouts) while driving. This is to promote safe driving practices and reduce the amount of distractions while driving. These lockouts cannot be deactivated or defeated through any settings. The following is a list of common audio system lockouts; however, this is not a complete list of lockouts.
• 10142501Apr 12, 2017Equipment. TT: During previous air conditioning service, leakage prevention agent (A/C stop leak) may have been added to the A/C system. Adding stop leak products to the A/C system is not a recommended or approved Lexus repair process. During A/C service, moisture enters the A/C system, and can react with the previously added A/C stop leak, forming a gelatinous substance. The gel substance that forms can cause the A/C…
• 10142492Apr 6, 2017Electrical system. TSB: REVISION NOTICE: April 6, 2017 Rev1: The title, Introduction, and Initialization Procedure sections have been updated. When the DCC Fuses are removed or the battery terminal is disconnected, the power source to the steering angle sensor is cut OFF. When the DCC Fuses are reinstalled or the battery terminal is reconnected, the rear view monitor will operate, but the steering angle sensor center position MUST be…
• 10142489Apr 4, 2017Equipment, Electrical system. TT: Rev1 iPhone text messages do not appear on multimedia display.
• 10131895Mar 30, 2017Electrical system. This bulletin is regarding the Diagnosis of Bluetooth Connectivity Complaints: 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 customer?s phone such as ability to change the track using the steering wheel…
• 10131798Feb 23, 2017Equipment. TSB: The front license plate mounting bracket and self-tapping screws for the 2018 model year LC 500 and LC 500h are stored in the luggage compartment of the vehicle. Install the license plate and mounting bracket during Pre-Delivery Service (PDS).
• 10131797Feb 23, 2017Electrical system. TSB: The Advanced Parking Guidance System assists the driver during parking and parallel parking by displaying an image of the area behind the vehicle and controlling the steering wheel with the vehicle in reverse. When the DCC Fuses are removed or the battery terminal is disconnected, the power source to the steering angle sensor is cut OFF.
• 10131796Feb 23, 2017Electrical system. TSB: To minimize battery discharge during transportation and storage, the D/C Cut Fuse (30A) has been removed at the assembly plant and temporarily stored in the engine compartment Relay Block. Reinstall the D/C Cut Fuse (30A) into its original location and clear ALL related Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) during Pre-Delivery Service (PDS).
• 10131791Feb 22, 2017Equipment, Wheels. TSB: The front wheel opening extension pad set (right and left front wheel opening extension pads and self-tapping screws) is placed in the luggage compartment at the assembly plant to avoid damage in transit.
• 10131789Feb 22, 2017Equipment. 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 vehicle systems and components. ANY problems that are found should be corrected immediately.
• 10152236Jan 31, 2017Electrical system. TSB: A battery in a stored vehicle is subject to conditions that can reduce its performance and life. These conditions include storage period, temperature, parasitic drain, and battery load. Because of these factors, battery inspection and maintenance are required in order to ensure proper operation and optimal battery life.
• 10152225Jan 25, 2017Tires. TSB: 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. Refer to the following procedure to ensure
• 10152223Jan 24, 2017Equipment. TSB: 2018 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, the passenger?s side and rear seat floor mats to the vehicle carpet using the…
• 10152215Jan 19, 2017Equipment. TSB: 2018 model year Lexus vehicles are equipped with factory installed XM Satellite Radio, including a 90-day free customer trial. As part of the Pre-Delivery Service (PDS) process, ensure that the XM Satellite Radio is activated and ready for use.

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