2014 Lexus LS460 Technical Service Bulletins

265 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2014 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.

• 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
• 10132145Oct 24, 2013Equipment. 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 restored their phone data/settings recently.
• 10132144Oct 24, 2013Electrical system, Equipment. 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.
• 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.
• 10132113Oct 1, 2013Equipment. This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see L-SB-0074-14.
• 10132112Oct 1, 2013Equipment. This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see L-SB-0073-14.
• 10132108Oct 1, 2013Transmission and drivetrain. This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see L-SB-0082-14.
• 10132193Sep 27, 2013Electrical system. Some customers may report the following conditions with the Podcast application on iPhones running iOS 7.0 and later: While playing a podcast the system will jump to the next podcast Podcast will intermittently restart at the beginning of the current podcast
• 10205379Sep 26, 2013Equipment. Characteristics of Facetime Audio Calls using - All 2012-2014 My Models
• 10132192Sep 26, 2013Electrical system, Equipment. iTunes Radio is a new feature for iPhone 4, 4S, 5, 5S, and 5C running iOS 7 or later. This feature does work with the in-vehicle audio system either via Bluetooth or by USB cable. Details on how to access this feature are described below.
• 10132191Sep 26, 2013Equipment. Customers using iPhone 4, 4S, 5, 5S, or 5C running iOS 7.0 or later now have the ability to make Facetime Audio calls (no video). When a customer is paired by Bluetooth Hands Free and they make a Facetime Audio call the vehicle radio will treat it as a typical Bluetooth phone call. Because Facetime works differently than a typical phone call, the in-vehicle experience may not meet the customer?s expectations.
• 10132186Sep 23, 2013Equipment. 2014 model year LS 460 and LS 600h vehicles with a Navigation System are equipped with factory installed XM Satellite Radio and XM NavTraffic Services, including a 90-day free customer trial for each. As part of the Pre-Delivery Service (PDS) process, ensure that the XM Satellite Radio and XM NavTraffic Services are activated and ready for use.
• 10132185Sep 23, 2013Electrical system, Seats. As a result of the removal of the DCC fuses (No. 1 and No. 2), the driving position memory function of the driver and passenger seat will be inoperative due to loss of the seat position memory stored in the seat ECU.
• 10132184Sep 23, 2013Equipment. The front floor under cover set (right and left floor under covers and 8 clips) is loaded in the luggage compartment at the assembly plant to avoid damage during transit.
• 10132183Sep 23, 2013Equipment. The front license plate mounting bracket and 2 self-tapping screws for the 2014 model year LS 460 and LS 600h are placed in the luggage compartment of the vehicle at the assembly plant. For states that require a front license plate, install the bracket during Pre-Delivery Service (PDS) according to the following procedures.
• 10132151Sep 23, 2013Steering. The DCC fuses are removed at the assembly plant to reduce parasitic current draw from the battery during transport and storage. As a result of the removal of the DCC fuses, the Variable Gear Ratio Steering (VGRS) system will be inoperative and the steering wheel may be off-center. After the DCC fuses are reinstalled, the VGRS system will be operative, but the steering wheel may become off-center by 5 ? 10 degrees…
• 10061680Sep 23, 2013Electrical system. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10061678Sep 23, 2013Equipment. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10061676Sep 23, 2013Seats. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10061674Sep 23, 2013Equipment. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10061672Sep 23, 2013Equipment. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10132181Sep 18, 2013Wheels, Equipment. Protective covers are installed on the front and rear wheel opening extension pads to prevent damage during transit. Use the following procedure to remove the protective covers during Pre-Delivery Service (PDS).
• 10061770Sep 18, 2013Wheels. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10132180Sep 17, 2013Electrical system. To minimize battery discharge during transportation and storage, the DCC fuses (30A) have been removed at the assembly plant and temporarily stored in the blank spaces of the fuse block cover in the engine compartment.
• 10132179Sep 17, 2013Electrical system, Back-over prevention (rear camera). 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 battery terminal disconnected, the power source to the steering angle sensor is cut off.
• 10132178Sep 17, 2013Tires. 2014 model year LS 460 and LS 600h vehicles are equipped with a direct-type Tire Pressure Warning System (TPWS). Each tire (including the spare tire) has a tire pressure warning valve/sensor that measures tire pressure. The data is transmitted to the Tire Pressure Warning System antenna/receiver and then to the Tire Pressure Warning System ECU.
• 10061774Sep 17, 2013Tires. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10061772Sep 17, 2013Equipment. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10061771Sep 17, 2013Electrical system. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10205378Sep 13, 2013Equipment. When an iPhone is linked to the vehicle through Bluetooth, activation of the microphone on the iPhone will result in the vehicle display showing that an outgoing call is being made.
• 10205307Sep 13, 2013Equipment. XM Re-Registration with Radio Unit Swap 2010-2014 Models with Satellite Radio
• 10132190Sep 13, 2013Equipment. To receive satellite radio functions after the initial trial period has expired, the customer must enter into a contract with XM Satellite Radio Inc. After entering into a contract, registration of an 8-digit XM Radio ID is required. This 8-digit XM Radio ID is found by turning to channel ?0? of the satellite radio.
• 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.
• 10205377Aug 27, 2013Equipment. XM Re-Registration with Radio Unit Swap 2010-2014 Models with Satellite Radio
• 10205359Aug 6, 2013Engine. Oil Viscosity Applicability and Cfhange Interval Guide
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.

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