2009 Scion XB Technical Service Bulletins

139 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2009 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.

• 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).
• 10133759Apr 29, 2014Equipment. 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…
• 10133702Apr 29, 2014Engine cooling. 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…
• 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, 2013Seats, Air bags. 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…
• 10054823Nov 5, 2013Equipment. Scion: revision information regarding the replacement of seat covers for vehicles equipped with side airbag and seat covers not recommended by scion will affect side airbag performance. Model 2004-2014 fr-s, iq, tc, xa, xb, xd.
• 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.
• 10132174Sep 12, 2013Equipment. Some 2008 ? 2016 model year Scion 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.
• 10060923Sep 12, 2013Equipment. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10060936Aug 27, 2013Equipment. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10132272Jul 31, 2013Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). Tips for writing a DPR (Dealer Product Report) on manufacturing issues for windows and windshields.
• 10060934Jul 31, 2013Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10132271Jul 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
• 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.
• 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…
• 10051776Jan 16, 2013Air bags. Scion: to help reduce risk of injury, in a collision, some vehicles are equipped with seat belt pretensioners, and other supplemental restraint systems (srs) that may not perform as expected, including unintended deployment. Models 2008-13 xd, xb, 2013 fr-s, iq ev, 2005-13 tc, 2012-13 iq, 2004-06 xb, xa.
• 10134008Oct 15, 2012Equipment. Some 2005 ? 2012 model year vehicles equipped with the 2AZ-FE engine may exhibit an intermittent MIL ?ON? condition with Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) P0335 (Crankshaft Position Sensor ?A? Circuit) stored. The intake camshaft gear assembly has been improved to help prevent this condition.
• 10050679Oct 15, 2012Engine. Scion: diagnostic trouble code (dtc) p0335 (crankshaft position sensor a circuit) stored in engine exhibiting an intermittent mil on condition and to prevent this condition, intake camshaft gear assembly has been improved. Models 2008-2012 xb and 2005-2010 tc.
• 10042934Oct 26, 2011Engine cooling, Electrical system. Toyota: see document search button for owner letter. On certain vehicles, a crack may developed at certain solder points that secure capacitors to circuit board of ignition coil under high temperature.
• 10041184Jun 20, 2011Steering, Engine cooling. Toyota: 2008-2011 xb. There may be abnormal noise from the idler pulley assembly.
• 10033745May 5, 2010Steering. Scion: steering. Power assist system. In some vehicles may exhibit an intermittent condition where multiple malfunction indicator lights (mil) remain illuminated after start up, and the power steering system will enter the fail safe mode. The vehicle may return to normal after cycling the key.
• 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.
• 10032517Sep 9, 2009Air bags, Electrical system. Scion: srs light on dtc b1901/b1906: open front pretensioner circuit. Supplemental restraint systems. On some models, vehicles may exhibit a diagnostic trouble code (dtc) b190 and /or b1906. An updated wire harness is available to address this condition. Replace floor wire harness.
• 10030907Aug 27, 2009Steering. Scion: steering intermediate shaft knocking noise. Some vehicles may exhibit a clunk, pop, or knocking noise when turning the steering wheel to the left or right. A new intermediate shaft has been developed to address this condition.
• 10033636Jun 12, 2009Steering. Scion: some tc and xd and xb vehicles may exhibit a condition with multiple warning lights illuminated, vehicle not shifting from park t drive, and/or other accessories becoming inoperative after the vehicle has cold soaked in sub-freezing (below 14%f [-10%c] ambient air temperature. A newly designed relay has been made available to address this concern.
• 10030353May 21, 2009Electrical system. Scion: some vehicles may exhibit a m.I.l. On condition with diagnostic trouble codes (dtcs) p0351, p0352, p0353 and/or p0354 (ignition coil primary/secondary circuit) stored in the engine control module/ecm (sae term: power control module/pcm). The ignition coil assembly has been improved to address this condition.

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