2004 Scion XB Technical Service Bulletins

47 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2004 Scion XB. 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.

• 10253223Mar 4, 2024Engine cooling. This is to advise of various price adjustments that will affect Toyota Genuine Motor Oil and Long Life Coolant, effective March 1, 2024. These products are ordered through the Toyota Complete Maintenance Care (TCMC) website.
• 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).
• 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.
• 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, 2015Electrical system, Equipment. 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…
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• 10200379Jul 7, 2014Electrical system. Immobilizer and Smart Key Reset
• 10132722Jul 7, 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. Follow the procedures in this bulletin to reset a vehicle Immobilizer or Smart Key system.
• 10132774Jun 6, 2014Other or unknown. TSB: OBSOLETE NOTICE-June 6, 2014: This bulletin is now obsolete.
• 10132773Jun 6, 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).
• 10131962Jan 14, 2014Air bags. Scion 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.
• 10131996Dec 19, 2013Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). The following procedures are recommended during routine maintenance or in the event of a customer concern for wiper performance.
• 10060821Dec 19, 2013Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10132070Nov 10, 2013Air bags, Seats. All Scion models may include side airbags as optional equipment. Scion does NOT recommend replacement of original seat covers with non-Scion leather or other seat cover materials on vehicles due to the following: Seat covers NOT recommended by Scion may affect side airbag performance, in general or in part, during an accident. Modifications that negatively affect side airbag performance can result in severe…
• 10132141Oct 28, 2013Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). The appearance of spots in tempered glass (when viewed at certain angles) is the result of the heat treating and quick quenching process during manufacturing.
• 10060943Oct 28, 2013Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10132105Oct 1, 2013Transmission and drivetrain. 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.
• 10132165Sep 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.
• 10060937Sep 13, 2013Equipment. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10060936Aug 27, 2013Equipment. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10132270Jul 3, 2013Equipment, Tires. 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.
• 10132050May 22, 2013Tires. Please refer to the following recommendations for the best practices for vehicle tire rotations.
• 10132030May 16, 2013Equipment. California (CA), Federal (FED), and 50 State Certified emission control underhood labels (emission labels) may be obtained through your dealership?s Parts Department utilizing standard replacement parts ordering procedures. Follow the guidelines outlined in this bulletin to ensure proper label application.
• 10060912May 16, 2013Engine. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10132298Apr 2, 2013Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors), Back-over prevention (rear camera). If a creak, tick, or rattle noise is heard at the top of the windshield, the source of the noise may be the two windshield stoppers bonded to the top of the windshield. This bulletin provides the recommended repair procedure to eliminate these types of noises from the windshield area.
• 10133817Mar 13, 2013Body and structure. Scion has received some reports where the Back Dorr Garnish may loosen. In certain cases, continued usage of the loose garnish could result in breakage of the Back Door Garnish
• 10133816Mar 13, 2013Body and structure, Equipment. In our continuing efforts to ensure the best in customer satisfaction, Toyota is announcing a Warranty Enhancement Program to extend the warranty coverage for the Back Door Garnish on 2005 to certain 2010 Model Year Scion tC and 2004 to 2006 model year Scion xB vehicles
• 10133815Mar 13, 2013Equipment, Body and structure. In our continuing efforts to ensure the best in customer satisfaction, Toyota is announcing a Warranty Enhancement Program to extend the warranty coverage for the Back Door Garnish on 2005 to certain 2010 Model Year Scion tC and 2004 to 2006 model year Scion xB vehicles
• 10060818Mar 13, 2013Body and structure. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10052591Mar 13, 2013Body and structure. Toyota: see document search button for owner letter. On certain vehicles, a warranty enhancement program is extended to cover back door garnish that loosen or can break with continuous usage. Models 2005-2010 tc, 2004-2006 xb.
• 10133800Mar 12, 2013Body and structure. Some 2004 ? 2006 model year xB vehicles may exhibit a condition where the back door garnish becomes loose, and in some cases continued usage of the loose garnish may result in breakage. Please follow the procedure contained in this bulletin, which supplements the Repair Manual, to replace the back door garnish if it is loose or broken.
• 10060905Mar 12, 2013Body and structure. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10133905Jan 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.
• 10133921Jan 16, 2013Air bags. Scion 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 perform as expected, please follow the steps in the recommendations section below.
• 10133902Jan 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…
• 10060886Feb 4, 2010Engine. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10034471Feb 4, 2010Electrical system, Transmission and drivetrain. Scion: techstream ecu flash reprogramming procedure. 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.
• 10022144Apr 26, 2007Other or unknown. Techstream ecu flash reprogramming procedure.
• 10017658Oct 13, 2005Fuel system. Clogged or blocked fuel injectors. Fuel injector cleaning. All 1990 - 2006 toyota and scion models equipped with port electronic fuel injection (efi).
• 10016638Aug 1, 2005Transmission and drivetrain. U340e/u341e transmission solenoid identification.
• 10015538Feb 16, 2005Transmission and drivetrain. Loose feeling in manual transmission shift lever.

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