2013 Lexus LS460 Technical Service Bulletins

304 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2013 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.

• 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.
• 10132306Apr 9, 2013Equipment. Lexus models equipped with the Premium HDD Navigation (EMV-N) 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.
• 10132303Apr 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• 10205366Feb 27, 2013Equipment. Navigation/Multi Info Display Day Mode Operation - Audio/Visaul/Telematics
• 10133866Feb 27, 2013Electrical system. Navigation/ Multi Info Display Day Mode Operation
• 10133864Feb 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.
• 10061732Feb 25, 2013Steering, Equipment. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 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.
• 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.
• 10205304Jan 17, 2013Equipment. Premium HOD Navigation Map Update Process (EMV-N)
• 10205303Jan 17, 2013Equipment. Premium HDD Navigation Gracenote Database Update Process (EMV-N)
• 10205301Jan 17, 2013Equipment. Premium HDD Navigation Gracenote Database Update Process (EMV-N)
• 10205300Jan 17, 2013Equipment. Premium HDD Navigation Gracenote Database Update Process (EMV-N)
• 10205299Jan 17, 2013Equipment. Premium HDD Navigation Gracenote Database Update Process (EMV-N)
• 10133912Jan 17, 2013Electrical system. Lexus models equipped with the Premium HSS Navigation(EMV-N) System require a SST USB drive to update the map, points of interest, Gracenote, and system software. The SST is used with all vehicles to deliver the update, however a unique Activation Number is required for each vehicle.
• 10133911Jan 17, 2013Equipment. Lexus models equipped with the Premium HDD Navigation (EMV-N) System will periodically require an update to the Gracenote® Database. Gracenote® includes detailed information for songs (i.e. Genre, Artist, Song Title, Album Name, etc.). The Gracenote® update will be included on the ?USB Drive ? Navigation Update? SST. A Gracenote® Update must be peformed before a Navigation Map Update. A Navigation Map Update is not…
• 10065943Jan 17, 2013Equipment. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10061670Jan 17, 2013Equipment. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 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…
• 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.
• 10134030Oct 17, 2012Electrical system. Some iPhone iOS 5 customers with Denso (EMVN) head units may experience an iPod authoratizatioon error when they plug their iPhone into the USB port.
• 10060814Oct 17, 2012Equipment. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10060813Oct 17, 2012Equipment. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10134031Oct 11, 2012Electrical system. Some iPhone iOS 5 customers with Denso (EMVN) head units may experience an error message when they attempt to use the Enform application.
• 10134029Oct 11, 2012Electrical system. Customers who purchase new or replacement iPhones running iOS 6 may find that Lexus Enform application will not launch on the iPhone. The issue can occur when the customer restores/transfers their apps, contacts, etc.
• 10134028Oct 11, 2012Electrical system. Some iPhone iOS 5 customers with Denso Premium HDD Navigation (AVN) or Display Navigation w/Entune (DNE) head units may experience an iPod authorization error when they plug their iPhone into the USB port.
• 10134027Oct 11, 2012Electrical system. Some iPhone iOS 5 customers with Denso (EMVN) head units may experience an error message when they attempt to use the Enform application.
• 10060812Oct 11, 2012Equipment. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10134026Oct 9, 2012Equipment. Some customers may experience no sound or very low sound from Pandora or iHeartRadio when using Enform on iPhones running iOS 6 or later.
• 10134025Oct 4, 2012Electrical system. Some customers who have updated their Apple iPhones to iOS 6 may encounter no sound from the audio system when selecting the BT Audio tab on the media screen.
• 10134024Oct 4, 2012Equipment. Some customers may experience no sound or very low sound from Pandora or iHeartRadio when using Enform on iPhones running iOS 6 or later.
• 10060811Oct 4, 2012Equipment. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10060810Oct 4, 2012Equipment. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10205328Apr 6, 2012Equipment, Tires. Tire Positioning Before New Vehicle Delivery
• 10205318Feb 21, 2012Electrical system, Equipment. Lexus Enform - Apps Update Process.

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