2013 Toyota Avalon Technical Service Bulletins

498 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2013 Toyota Avalon. 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.

• 10109388Nov 12, 2014Steering. TT: VSC MIL "ON" with DTC C1433. Steering angle value in ABS/TRAC ECU is -1044 or 1044 degrees and does not change as steering wheel is turned.
• 10061272Nov 12, 2014Equipment. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10109477Oct 31, 2014Equipment, Seat belts. Dealer Letter: Safety Recall completion is important not only in satisfying government requirements but also is an integral part of our commitment to meet customer expectations of Toyota products. Toyota will be sending Safety Recall Follow-Up Notices to remind owners whose vehicles have not yet had campaign repairs completed. We request your assistance in completing the applicable campaign repairs as owners…
• 10109473Oct 31, 2014Seat belts, Equipment. Region Letter: Toyota will be sending Safety Recall Follow-Up Notices to remind owners whose vehicles have not yet had campaign repairs completed.
• 10109408Oct 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.
• 10109404Oct 16, 2014Transmission and drivetrain. 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.
• 10109403Oct 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 it's use.
• 10109464Oct 15, 2014Equipment, Electrical system. Tech Tip: Some customers may experience Bluetooth disconnections or loss of SMS Text Message Functionality on the navigation/audio system with Android phones running OS 4.4 or later. Condition tends to occur to customers who have many previous text messages on their phones.
• 10109463Oct 13, 2014Equipment, Electrical system. Tech Tip: Customer complains of carious Bluetooth connectivity concerns after upgrading to iOS 8.0 and later. Conditions typically experienced include inability to pair the iPhone to the system, poor sound quality during phone calls placed through the audio/navigation system, and the inability to place a hands free phone call using the audio/navigation system.
• 10109493Sep 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.
• 10109492Sep 30, 2014Transmission and drivetrain. TSB: The purpose of this 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.
• 10109491Sep 30, 2014Electrical system, Equipment. TSB: Toyota 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 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…
• 10109490Sep 30, 2014Electrical system, Equipment. TSB: Toyota models equipped with the Premium HDD Navigation (AVN/AW-EMV) System will periodically require an update to the Gracenote Database. Gracenote includes detailed information for songs (e.g., Genre, Artist, Song Title, Album Name, etc.) The Gracenote update will be included on the "USB Drive Navigation Map Update" SST. A Gracenote update must be performed before a Navigation Map Update. A Navigation Map…
• 10109399Sep 30, 2014Equipment. TSB: September 30, 2014: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0133-14.
• 10109587Aug 19, 2014Equipment. Tech Tip: Since MY 2011, several different update or upgrade USB SSTs have been issued for Toyota audio and navigation systems.
• 10132742Jul 29, 2014Electrical system, Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). Tech Tip: Tips for writing a DPR (Dealer Product Report) on manufacturing issues for windows and windshields.
• 10132715Jul 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.
• 10132753Jul 24, 2014Seats. Dealer Letter: On 2013 and certain 2014 Model Year Avalon and Avalon Hybrid vehicles, the driver and passenger front seatback board could become loose and separate from the seat assembly.
• 10132748Jul 24, 2014Seats. Region Letter: On 2013 and certain 2014 Model Year Avalon and Avalon Hybrid vehicles, the driver and passenger front seatback board could become loose and separate from the seat assembly.
• 10132714Jul 24, 2014Seats. TSB: Some 2013 ? 2014 model year Avalon and Avalon HV vehicles may exhibit a condition where the surface of the driver?s seat bottom outer bolster is not even (has a ridge/bulge in it) or where the bottom outer edge of the driver?s seat is uncomfortable. Both conditions are caused by the seat heater element twisting or bunching up in the concerned area.
• 10060737Jul 24, 2014Seats. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10056520Jul 24, 2014Seats. Toyota: see document search button for owner letter. Driver & passenger front seat back board, on some vehicles, can become loose & then separate from seat assembly & needs repair. Model 2013-2014 avalon, avalon hybrid.
• 10132712Jul 21, 2014Fuel system. TSB: Some 2013 ? 2014 model year Avalon and Avalon HV vehicles may exhibit a condition where excessive force is required to open the fuel door lid, or the fuel filler opening stopper in the fuel door assembly cannot be depressed enough to release the fuel door.
• 10060735Jul 21, 2014Fuel system, Other or unknown. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10132741Jul 8, 2014Engine. Tech Tip: Starting with the 2010 Model Year, Toyota 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…
• 10132708Jul 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.
• 10132740Jul 1, 2014Equipment. Tech Tip: When replacing the Hard Disk Drive (HDD) or Navigation Unit (Navi Unit) follow the instructions below:
• 10132762Jun 12, 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).
• 10132817May 23, 2014Body and structure, Seats. Tech Tip: During the E0B campaign for MY 13-14 Avalon seat heaters, some of the metal clips attaching the seat back cover to the seat frame may become bent / damaged and no longer allow the seat back cover to fit properly on the frame. Previously, the entire seat back cover assembly (P/N: 71705-07071-A0/B0/C0) had to be replaced to repair the vehicle, now the metal clips are available as a service part.
• 10060804May 23, 2014Seats. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10132815May 21, 2014Equipment, Fuel system. Tech Tip: Greenhouse Gas Logic (GHG) has been implemented on Toyota A/C Systems to reduce tailpipe emissions. The Federal government issues CAFÉ (Corporate Average Fuel Economy) credits to vehicle manufacturers that implement new technologies that reduce the carbon footprint of the vehicles they produce.
• 10060802May 21, 2014Equipment. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10132814May 14, 2014Air bags, Electrical system. Tech Tip: Safety Connect is a vehicle option which requires a subscription fee for the system to be active. The first year of service is provided in the vehicle purchase price. Once the subscription has lapsed the DCM will be in an inactive state. In some instances, a DCM may need to be replaced even though the customer is not using the service.
• 10060801May 14, 2014Equipment. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10132812May 1, 2014Back-over prevention (rear camera), Engine. Tech Tip: Low battery voltage can contribute to a MIL "ON" condition for P0335 (Crankshaft Position Sensor Circuit) and/or P0340 (Camshaft Position Sensor Circuit) due to inconsistent rotational speed of the engine's crankshaft.
• 10131826Apr 28, 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…
• 10131825Apr 23, 2014Transmission and drivetrain. This bulletin includes basic procedures for inspecting and adjusting World Standard (WS) Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) level at normal vehicle operating temperature.
• 10131820Apr 18, 2014Suspension, Back-over prevention (rear camera). Some Avalon, Avalon HV, Camry, and Camry HV vehicles may exhibit an abnormal noise when turning and/or driving over uneven road surfaces. A new improved service part insulator for the front strut is available to reduce the possibility of the dust boot becoming wedged between the strut shaft bumper and strut shaft.; Follow the procedures in this bulletin to address this condition
• 10060719Apr 18, 2014Suspension. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10133777Apr 4, 2014Equipment. Safety Recall completion is important not only in satisfying government requirements but also is an integral part of our commitment to meet customer expectations of Toyota products. Toyota will be sending Safety Recall Follow-Up Notices to remind owners whose vehicles have not yet had campaign repairs completed. We request your assistance in completing the applicable campaign repairs as owners receive the Follow-Up…
• 10133774Apr 4, 2014Equipment. Toyota will be sending Safety Recall Follow-Up Notices to remind owners whose vehicles have not yet had campaign repairs completed. Please note the following information for Regional and PD associates.
• 10133720Apr 4, 2014Tires, Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). Safety Recall completion is important not only in satisfying government requirements but also is an integral part of our commitment to meet customer expectations of Toyota products. Toyota will be sending Safety Recall Follow-Up Notices to remind owners whose vehicles have not yet had campaign repairs completed. We request your assistance in completing the applicable campaign repairs as owners receive the Follow-Up…
• 10133717Apr 4, 2014Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors), Tires. Toyota will be sending Safety Recall Follow-Up Notices to remind owners whose vehicles have not yet had campaign repairs completed. Please note the following information for Regional and PD associates.
• 10133741Mar 26, 2014Engine cooling. Prior to installing remanufactured U660 and U760 transaxles, it is necessary to remove the lower oil cooler tube union from the original transaxle case and install it into the reman unit. A NEW O-ring and printed installation instructions are supplied in separate bag with the reman unit. An instruction tag is also affixed to the unit.
• 10060799Mar 26, 2014Transmission and drivetrain. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10060782Mar 26, 2014Steering. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10131933Feb 28, 2014Equipment. Customer complains of Bluetooth connectivity concerns such as: Difficulty to pair phone, Intermittent Bluetooth failure to connect to the vehicle when first turning on the vehicle. 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…
• 10131930Feb 11, 2014Equipment. Since MY 2011, several different update or upgrade USB SSTs have been issued for Toyota audio and navigation systems. Refer to the chart below for a comprehensive list of all current and previously issued USB SSTs and their applicability.
• 10060784Feb 11, 2014Equipment. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10131929Feb 5, 2014Steering. VSC MIL "ON" with DTC C1433. Steering angle value in ABS/TRAC ECU is -1044 degrees or 1044 degrees and does not change as steering wheel is turned.

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