2011 Toyota Camry Technical Service Bulletins

400 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2011 Toyota Camry. 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.

• 10134128Jan 15, 2015Electrical system, Engine. 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).
• 10096036Jan 15, 2015Electrical system, Engine. "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).
• 10111338Jan 12, 2015Equipment. TT: Customers complain of various 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.
• 10111336Jan 12, 2015Engine cooling. TT: Customer complaint of MIL (:Check Engine Light) ON Condition. Health Check retrieves DTC P2118 (Throttle Actuator Motor Current Range/Performance).
• 10111248Jan 12, 2015Electrical system, Equipment. TT: Customers complain of various 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.
• 10111246Jan 12, 2015Engine cooling. TT: Customer complaint of MIL (:Check Engine Light) ON Condition. Health Check retrieves DTC P2118 (Throttle Actuator Motor Current Range/Performance).
• 10132335Dec 12, 2014Engine cooling. TSB: Some 2006-2011 model year vehicles equipped with 2AZ-FE or 2AZ-FXE engines may exhibit engine oil consumption. The piston assembly has been changed to minimize oil consumption. Use the Inspection Procedure in this bulletin to confirm this condition.
• 10057840Dec 12, 2014Engine. Toyota 2006-2011 camry: information regarding 2az-fe or 2azfxe engines may exhibit engine oil consumption.
• 10197491Dec 9, 2014Equipment. Warranty enhancement program.
• 10134211Dec 9, 2014Electrical system. Electronic Communication: In our continuing efforts to ensure the best in customer satisfaction, Toyota is announcing a Warranty Enhancement Program. This program extends the warranty coverage for repairs related to cracked and/or sticky/melted dashboards (Instrument Panels) as a result of heat or humidity on 2003-2005 model year 4Runner, 2005-2010 model year Avalon, 2007-2011 model year Camry and Camry Hybrid…
• 10134203Dec 9, 2014Electrical system. Region Letter: In our continuing efforts to ensure the best in customer satisfaction, Toyota is announcing a Warranty Enhancement Program. This program extends the warranty coverage for repairs related to cracked and/or sticky/melted dashboards (Instrument Panels) as a result of heat or humidity on 2003-2005 model year 4Runner, 2005-2010 model year Avalon, 2007-2011 model year Camry and Camry Hybrid, 2004-2010…
• 10132639Dec 9, 2014Electrical system. Electronic Communication: In our continuing efforts to ensure the best in customer satisfaction, Toyota is announcing a Warranty Enhancement Program. This program extends the warranty coverage for repairs related to cracked and/or sticky/melted dashboards (Instrument Panels) as a result of heat or humidity on 2003-2005 model year 4Runner, 2005-2010 model year Avalon, 2007-2011 model year Camry and Camry Hybrid…
• 10132631Dec 9, 2014Electrical system. Region Letter: In our continuing efforts to ensure the best in customer satisfaction, Toyota is announcing a Warranty Enhancement Program. This program extends the warranty coverage for repairs related to cracked and/or sticky/melted dashboards (Instrument Panels) as a result of heat or humidity on 2003-2005 model year 4Runner, 2005-2010 model year Avalon, 2007-2011 model year Camry and Camry Hybrid, 2004-2010…
• 10109367Nov 21, 2014Equipment. TSB: The purpose of this general information Service Bulletin is to announce sub-component diagnosis and replacement is now available for the Hybrid Transaxle assembly equipped on 2007 - 2011 model year Camry HV, 2006 - 2015 model year Highlander HV, 2010 - 2015 model year Prius, and 2012 - 2015 model year Prius PHV and Prius V vehicles.
• 10061719Nov 12, 2014Suspension. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 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.
• 10109463Oct 13, 2014Electrical system, Equipment. 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.
• 10109482Sep 11, 2014Brakes, Exterior lighting. TSB: Some 2007 - 2011 model year Camry HV vehicles may exhibit a condition where the brake, ABS, and/or TRAC warning light(s) are ON and/or a Check VSC message is displayed. Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) C1391, C1252, C1253 or C1256 may be stored. This condition may be caused by a small internal brake fluid leak inside the brake actuator.
• 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.
• 10132718Jul 29, 2014Transmission and drivetrain. TSB: This bulletin supplements the Repair Manual procedures for transaxle removal and replacement, with details on the use of a new Engine Support Bar (ESB), SST P/N 00002-ESUPPT-01, to assist in the removal and installation of the transaxle assembly. With the use of the Engine Support Bar, it is no longer required for the engine assembly to be removed from the vehicle when removing and installing the transaxle…
• 10061274Jul 29, 2014Transmission and drivetrain. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 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.
• 10132751Jul 10, 2014Brakes. Dealer Letter: The subject vehicles contain a brake reservoir which has two separate chambers connected by a filter. This filter may become clogged, resulting in illumination of the Brake ( ) warning lamp due to low fluid level in one of the reservoir chambers. Under certain conditions this could cause additional warning lamps shown below to illuminate and front brake assist could be temporarily lost. Please note…
• 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…
• 10132721Jul 7, 2014Other or unknown. TSB: OBSOLETE NOTICE: July 7, 2014: This bulletin is now obsolete.
• 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.
• 10132799Jun 25, 2014Brakes. Dealer Letter: In our continuing efforts to ensure the best in customer satisfaction, Toyota is announcing a Warranty Enhancement Program to extend the warranty coverage for repairs related to internal malfunctions of the Brake Actuator assembly or overly sensitive monitoring logic for the Brake Pedal Stroke Sensor on 2007-2011 MY Camry Hybrid Vehicles.
• 10132793Jun 25, 2014Brakes, Electronic stability control. Region Letter: In our continuing efforts to ensure the best in customer satisfaction, Toyota is announcing a Warranty Enhancement Program to extend the warranty coverage for repairs related to internal malfunctions of the Brake Actuator assembly or overly sensitive monitoring logic for the Brake Pedal Stroke Sensor on 2007-2011 MY Camry Hybrid Vehicles.
• 10132769Jun 25, 2014Brakes, Electronic stability control. TSB: Some 2007 ? 2011 model year Camry HV vehicles may exhibit a condition where the brake, ABS, and/or TRAC warning light(s) are ON and/or a Check VSC message is displayed. Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) C1391, C1252, C1253 or C1256 may be stored. This condition may be caused by a small internal brake fluid leak inside the brake actuator. Follow the Repair Procedure in this bulletin to address this condition.
• 10132767Jun 25, 2014Brakes. TSB: Some 2007 ? 2011 model year Camry HV vehicles may exhibit a MIL ?ON? and brake warning lights (ABS/VSC) illuminated in the instrument panel with Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) C1247 (Stroke Sensor Malfunction) stored in the ABS/VSC Electronic Control Unit (ECU). This DTC may set as a result of an overly sensitive monitoring logic without any other ABS/VSC system issue.
• 10057087Jun 25, 2014Brakes. Toyota: see document search button for owner letter. Due to small internal brake fluid leakage, in brake actuator, the abs and/or trac warning light, for brakes, are on and check vsc is displaying a message. Model 2007-2011 camry.
• 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).
• 10132813May 13, 2014Back-over prevention (rear camera), Transmission and drivetrain. Tech Tip: Some 2010-2011 model year Camry vehicles equipped with a U760E transaxle may exhibit a wine noise most noticeable between 40-60 mph.
• 10060800May 13, 2014Transmission and drivetrain. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10132812May 1, 2014Engine, Back-over prevention (rear camera). 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
• 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.
• 10133740Mar 26, 2014Electrical system. The vehicle will not start or ready0on and the steering wheel lock is engaged so that the steering wheel may only be turned very little from side-to-side. If the operator attempts to ready-on or start the vehicle while there is tension on the steering lock actuator, it will not be able to fully disengage when the "ENGINE START STOP" or "POWER" switch is depressed.
• 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…
• 10131907Feb 20, 2014Engine cooling. Some 2007 ? 2011 model year Camry HV vehicles may exhibit a MIL ?ON? condition with Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) P0A80 or P0A7F stored due to dust or debris build-up in the HV Battery Cooling Fan. Use the following repair procedure to address this condition.
• 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.

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