2009 Lexus LS460 Technical Service Bulletins

167 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2009 Lexus LS460. 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.

• 10061768Oct 1, 2014Equipment. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10205375Jul 28, 2014Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). Window and Windshield kProduct Report Tips - Multiple Vehicles
• 10132745Jul 28, 2014Electrical system, Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). Tech Tip: Tips for writing a DPR (Dealer Product Report) on manufacturing issues for windows and windshields.
• 10132734Jul 25, 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.
• 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.
• 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).
• 10132808May 12, 2014Fuel system, Engine cooling. TSB: Some vehicles in particular geographic areas may exhibit a condition where the HVAC Evaporator Drain Hose has become obstructed with an insect nest. An insect repellent drain hose tip (ARINIX®Tip) is now available to help minimize future occurrences of this environmental condition. For some models, a new drain hose is required to properly fit the ARINIX® Tip. Follow the procedures in this bulletin for proper…
• 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…
• 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.
• 10132005Dec 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.
• 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
• 10205129Oct 25, 2013Equipment. HDD Navigation Map Update Process - Lexus models equipped with Hard Disk Drive (HOD) Navigation require a Special Service Tool and follow a unique process for updating map, points of interest, and system software. Instead of individual DVDs installed into the vehicle, all Map Data is uploaded directly to the HOD system.
• 10132129Oct 25, 2013Equipment. This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see L-SB-0081-13.
• 10132127Oct 25, 2013Equipment. This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see L-SB-0082-13.
• 10132123Oct 24, 2013Electrical system, Equipment. Updated navigation system firmware has been developed to remedy this condition. This software MUST be installed into the vehicle before performing a map update using the Navigation Update Tool.
• 10061761Oct 24, 2013Equipment. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10132117Oct 4, 2013Equipment. This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see L-SB-0072-14
• 10132118Oct 3, 2013Equipment. This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see L-SB-0075-14.
• 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.
• 10205376Jul 31, 2013Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). Window and Windshield kProduct Report Tips - Multiple Vehicles
• 10132278Jul 31, 2013Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). Tips for writing a DPR (Dealer Product Report) on manufacturing issues for windows and windshields.
• 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
• 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.
• 10132308Apr 9, 2013Equipment. Some 2007-2009 model year Lexus vehicles equipped with a hard disk drive navigation system contain a jukebox feature that allows up to 2000 audio recordings to be transferred from their original CD media to the HDD on board the vehicle.
• 10132307Apr 9, 2013Equipment. Lexus models equipped with Hard Disk Drive Navigation may have their map data, Compact Disc Database, and navigation head unit software updated using the Navigation Update Tool and the HDD Navigation Programs Installer.
• 10132304Apr 5, 2013Equipment. Lexus models equipped with the Premium HDD Navigation (AVN/AW-EMV) 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 the vehicles to deliver the update, however a unique Activation Number is required for each vehicle.
• 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.
• 10133811Mar 13, 2013Steering. While turning the steering wheel, a slight binding, rubbing, or pop noise is heard from the steering column or intermediate shaft.
• 10061731Mar 13, 2013Steering, Equipment. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10133866Feb 27, 2013Electrical system. Navigation/ Multi Info Display Day Mode Operation
• 10205365Feb 25, 2013Electrical system. Vehicle no start, Start Stop Run Button LED - Lexus Models with Smart Key with LED
• 10133865Feb 25, 2013Steering. 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 from side-to-side.
• 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.
• 10205312Feb 19, 2013Electrical system. Theft Deterrent/Keyless Entry.
• 10133846Feb 19, 2013Equipment. Some customers may inquire about the frequency and power output of the Smart Key/Smart Entry systems used on various models. The Smart Key/Smart Entry systems conform to all applicable FCC rules. This bulletin details the applicable specifications for these systems.
• 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.

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