2013 Scion FR-SService bulletins

2013 Scion FR-S Technical Service Bulletins

166 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2013 Scion FR-S. 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.

10241391Jul 5, 2023Air bags. DD: Toyota has worked with Carma Project, Inc. on a tagging program for Takata recalls in certain ?Zone A? areas in an effort to increase completions in higher risk locations. Carma uses license plate reading technology to determine if a vehicle may have an open recall. When a vehicle with an open recall is found, Carma drivers print out and place a tag on the vehicle they encounter advising the driver of the…
10241390Jul 5, 2023Air bags. DD: Toyota has worked with Carma Project, Inc. on a tagging program for Takata recalls in certain ?Zone A? areas in an effort to increase completions in higher risk locations. Carma uses license plate reading technology to determine if a vehicle may have an open recall. When a vehicle with an open recall is found, Carma drivers print out and place a tag on the vehicle they encounter advising the driver of the…
10185779Dec 11, 2020Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). TT: HVAC drain tube is found to be blocked/clogged.
10170191Dec 20, 2019Equipment. TSB: OBSOLETE NOTICE December 20, 2019: This bulletin is no longer applicable and is now obsolete.
10131756Feb 6, 2018Equipment, Fuel system. TSB: In the event that injector seal repair is required on vehicles equipped with a direct injection fuel system, a Special Service Tool Set is required to properly install the seal onto the injector. As new vehicle configurations have been released, several injector seal tool sets have been distributed to accommodate these new vehicles. There are a total of two injector seal tool sets for Scion models, located in…
10129974Feb 6, 2018Equipment, Fuel system. TSB: In the event that injector seal repair is required on vehicles equipped with a direct injection fuel system, a Special Service Tool Set is required to properly install the seal onto the injector. As new vehicle configurations have been released, several injector seal tool sets have been distributed to accommodate these new vehicles. There are a total of two injector seal tool sets for Scion models, located in…
10131995Dec 17, 2017Exterior lighting. The rear combination lights on some 2013 ? 2014 model year FR-S vehicles may exhibit cracking from the upper surface of the lens. This can result from the trunk lid contacting the rear combination light housing if excessive force is applied to the trunk lid when closing. Follow the Repair Procedure in this bulletin to address this condition.
10142496Apr 10, 2017Transmission and drivetrain. TSB: Some 2013 ? 2016 model year FR-S vehicles equipped with a manual transmission may exhibit an abnormal noise, such as a squeak, grind or groan type noise when the clutch pedal is depressed. APPLICABLE WARRANTY: This repair is covered under the Toyota Basic Warranty. This warranty is in effect for 36 months or 36,000 miles, whichever occurs first, from the vehicle's in-service date. Warranty application is…
10132854Oct 10, 2016Back-over prevention (rear camera), Fuel system. TSB: Some 2013 ? 2016 model year FR-S vehicles may exhibit a high pitch chirp or squeak noise from the high pressure Fuel Pump Assembly when the engine is fully warmed-up and idling. Follow the procedure in this bulletin to address this condition.
10150418Sep 14, 2016Electrical system. TSB: Supersession Notice. 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).
10087902Jul 19, 2016Engine, Equipment. Tt: this document provides some clarification of the timing chain removal and installation.
10086764Jul 19, 2016Equipment, Engine. Tt: this document provides some clarification of the timing chain removal and installation.
10134364Jul 18, 2016Engine cooling. TT: Customer may complain about an oil leak from the bottom of the oil pan. After a closer inspection you may find the leak is coming from the oil drain plug itself.
10087870Jul 18, 2016Engine. Tt: customer may complain about an oil leak from the bottom of the oil pan. After a closer inspection you may find the leak is coming from the oil drain plug itself.
10086505Jul 18, 2016Engine. Tt: customer may complain about an oil leak from the bottom of the oil pan. After a closer inspection you may find the leak is coming from the oil drain plug itself.
10072314Jun 23, 2016Equipment. Summary to be provided on a future date.
10111511Nov 15, 2015Engine cooling, Equipment. TT: The Scion FR-S Repair manual calls for the use Three Bond 1217G or equivalent (TB 1217H) when performing mechanical Engine repairs on the FR-S FA20 Engine. Toyota FIPG 1207B (Part# 00295-00103) is NOT compatible with TB 1217G or its equivalent. See recommendation below to purchase 1217H directly from ThreeBond.
10093994Nov 15, 2015Engine. Tt: the scion fr-s repair manual calls for the use three bond 1217g or equivalent (tb 1217h) when performing mechanical engine repairs on the fr-s fa20 engine. Toyota fipg 1207b (part# 00295-00103) is not compatible with tb 1217g or its equivalent. See recommendation below to purchase 1217h directly from threebond.
10111295Jun 29, 2015Electrical system. SSB: While a vehicle is in inventory, the battery is subject to conditions that can reduce its performance and life. Batteries can become discharged due to an extended storage period, temperature, parasitic drain, or while demonstrating vehicle features and benefits in the sales process. Battery inspection and maintenance are required in order to ensure proper operation and optimal battery life.
10111145Jun 29, 2015Electrical system. SSB: While a vehicle is in inventory, the battery is subject to conditions that can reduce its performance and life. Batteries can become discharged due to an extended storage period, temperature, parasitic drain, or while demonstrating vehicle features and benefits in the sales process. Battery inspection and maintenance are required in order to ensure proper operation and optimal battery life.
10134472May 26, 2015Equipment. SB: 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).
10132574May 26, 2015Engine. SB: 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).
10134471May 20, 2015Equipment. SSB: Scion models equipped with the BeSpoke® Premium Audio featuring Aha? 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 vehicles to deliver the update, however a unique Activation Number is required for each vehicle. Activation Numbers are provided in an Activation Card Number (ACN) pamphlet available through the…
10132573May 20, 2015Electrical system. SSB: Scion models equipped with the BeSpoke® Premium Audio featuring Aha? 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 vehicles to deliver the update, however a unique Activation Number is required for each vehicle. Activation Numbers are provided in an Activation Card Number (ACN) pamphlet available through the…
10111570May 13, 2015Equipment. SSB: The procedure in this bulletin is a general guideline on how to properly diagnose the air conditioning system after a component failure. Refer to the applicable Repair Manual for vehicle specific repair procedures and parts.
10111187May 13, 2015Equipment. SSB: The procedure in this bulletin is a general guideline on how to properly diagnose the air conditioning system after a component failure. Refer to the applicable Repair Manual for vehicle specific repair procedures and parts.
10111396Apr 21, 2015Equipment. SSB: Some 2013 - 2015 model year Scion vehicles equipped with BeSpoke® Premium Audio featuring Aha(version less than 14.1.0) may exhibit one or more of the following conditions: * When using the navigation route guidance the arrival time at the destination is incorrect. The GPS indicated arrival time is off by one hour (issue connected to Daylight Savings Time.) * Phonebook entries could not be found on the head…
10111203Apr 21, 2015Equipment, Electrical system. SSB: Some 2013 - 2015 model year Scion vehicles equipped with BeSpoke® Premium Audio featuring Aha (version less than 14.1.0) may exhibit one or more of the following conditions: * When using the navigation route guidance the arrival time at the destination is incorrect. The GPS indicated arrival time is off by one hour (issue connected to Daylight Savings Time.) * Phonebook entries could not be found on the head…
10111395Apr 10, 2015Equipment, Electrical system. SSB: 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…
10111202Apr 10, 2015Equipment, Electrical system. SSB: 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…
10134172Mar 9, 2015Equipment, Engine. TechTip: Condition: This document provides some clarification of the timing chain Removal and Installation. Use this procedure in addition to the Repair Manual.
10132615Mar 9, 2015Equipment. TechTip: Condition: This document provides some clarification of the timing chain Removal and Installation. Use this procedure in addition to the Repair Manual.
10111360Feb 11, 2015Body and structure. SSB: On some vehicles, when Rapgard is removed, the paint may have a stained appearance. These stains appear to be under the clear coat (repainting this area is not necessary). The stain patterns are usually under wrinkles in the Rapgard. These wrinkles sometimes trap water and cause the paint to stain from the trapped moisture, especially on horizontal surfaces, such as the hood, roof, and trunk. Stains can be…
10111224Feb 11, 2015Body and structure. SSB: On some vehicles, when Rapgard is removed, the paint may have a stained appearance. These stains appear to be under the clear coat (repainting this area is not necessary). The stain patterns are usually under wrinkles in the Rapgard. These wrinkles sometimes trap water and cause the paint to stain from the trapped moisture, especially on horizontal surfaces, such as the hood, roof, and trunk. Stains can be…
10109390Nov 17, 2014Engine, Equipment. TT: The Scion FR-S Repair manual calls for the use Three Bond 1217G or equivalent (TB 1217H) when performing mechanical Engine repairs on the FR-S FA20 Engine. Toyota FIPG 1207B (Part# 00295-00103) is NOT compatible with TB 1217G or its equivalent. See recommendation below to purchase 1217H directly from ThreeBond.
10061342Nov 17, 2014Engine. Summary to be provided on a future date.
10200383Oct 16, 2014Transmission and drivetrain. Automatic/Continuously Variable Transmission Replacement Precautions
10109419Oct 16, 2014Transmission and drivetrain. TSB: OBSOLETE NOTICE-October 16, 2014: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see S-SB-0024-14.
10109418Oct 16, 2014Transmission and drivetrain. TSB: The purpose of this bulletin is to assist in the identification and location of serial numbers on 2006 - 2014 model year remanufactured automatic transmissions.
10109417Oct 16, 2014Transmission and drivetrain. TSB: The purpose of this service bulletin is to provide information regarding transmission and/or Park Neutral position switch installation. If the manual shift lever is rotated prior to installing the Park Neutral position switch, the detent spring may become detached from the manual shift lever. Use the information in this bulletin when installing an automatic transmission and/or Park Neutral position switch…
10109416Oct 16, 2014Transmission and drivetrain. TSB: The purpose of this service bulletin is to provide precautions to follow when installing an automatic transmission/transaxle assembly to avoid MIL "ON," shifting issues, and/or transmission damage. Use the information in this bulletin when installing an automatic transmission/transaxle assembly.
10109413Oct 16, 2014Transmission and drivetrain. TSB: World Standard (WS) Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) was introduced to reduce maintenance costs and increase the mileage between scheduled maintenance checks. Here are some important tips when working with ATF-WS in Toyota vehicles requiring its use.
10109412Oct 16, 2014Transmission and drivetrain, Wheels. TSB: The purpose of this service bulletin is to provide information regarding the installation of the correct torque converter bolts during automatic transmission/transaxle assembly replacement. Incorrect torque converter bolts or missing washers can cause damage to the torque converter assembly. Use the information in this bulletin when installing an automatic transmission/transaxle assembly.
10109494Sep 30, 2014Transmission and drivetrain. TSB: The purpose of this bulletin is to assist in the identification and location of serial numbers on 2006 - 2014 model year automatic transmissions.
10109591Aug 8, 2014Exterior lighting. Tech Tip: Effective 9/2013 the rear combination light housing gasket were changed to reduce the possibility of insect intrusion into the rear combination light housing. This Tech Tip is being published as a reference for using current level gaskets with previous level rear combination lights. Do not use prior level gaskets on newer tail lights. It is permissible to install current level gaskets with previous level…
10061343Aug 8, 2014Exterior lighting. Summary to be provided on a future date.
10132725Jul 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.
10132723Jul 17, 2014Body and structure, Equipment. TSB: Some 2013 ? 2014 model year FR-S vehicles may exhibit multiple concerns from the Outer Weatherstrip (belt molding). The cross section of the weatherstrip has been revised to limit the amount of water passing into the door. If the felt attached to the window stabilizers/guides accumulate water, the vehicle may also make noise from the stabilizers/guides during window operation.
10132743Jul 8, 2014Engine. Tech Tip: Starting with the 2010 Model Year, Scion began a gradual transition to the use of synthetic 0w20 viscosity engine oil. There are multiple benefits of this oil including: Reduced friction and wear on engine surfaces, Improved fuel economy, Reduction in waste oil stream (in vehicles approved for 10,000 mile oil change intervals), Reduced maintenance cost (in vehicles approved for 10,000 mile oil change…
10061344Jul 8, 2014Engine. Summary to be provided on a future date.

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About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.