2012 Toyota Camry Technical Service Bulletins

553 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2012 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.

• 10133836Feb 20, 2013Transmission and drivetrain. This bulletin contains general vehicle pulling diagnosis and repair procedures along with specific information to help correct pulling complaints.
• 10133835Feb 19, 2013Equipment. Some customers may inquire about the frequency and power output of the Smart Key/Smart Entry systems used on various models. The Smart Key/Smart Entry systems conform to all applicable FCC rules. This bulletin details the applicable specifications for these systems.
• 10061549Feb 19, 2013Electrical system. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10133867Feb 7, 2013Equipment. SSTs are key elements to provide your customers with swift and accurate repairs resulting in superior customer satisfaction.
• 10133928Jan 29, 2013Equipment. This communication pertains to a current safety recall being conducted by the Southeast Toyota Distributors LLC (SET). TMS is sending this communication for informational purposes in the event you are contacted by a customer covered by this recall.
• 10133901Jan 29, 2013Equipment. This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0012-13.
• 10133897Jan 29, 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 reprogramming process and outlines use of the TIS and the CUW.
• 10060841Jan 29, 2013Engine. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10133894Jan 16, 2013Equipment. Three NEW application have been developed to enhance the Entune experience in vehicles equipped with the Display Audio Navigation System with Entune. All customers with these vehicles have been shipped instructions on this update along with a USB drive to install the new applications. In the event that a customer requests the install be performed by a technician, follow the procedures in this bulletin to perform…
• 10133893Jan 16, 2013Electrical system. Use the following procedures to check and/or update the software version of Entune/Navigation for Non-HDD Type Units.
• 10133892Jan 16, 2013Equipment. Vehicles equipped with a Display Audio Navigation System and Entune (version less than 2.1.0) may exhibit one or more of the following conditions.
• 10133917Jan 10, 2013Electrical system. technicians should confirm the following key points to minimize the potential for future MIL "ON" concerns after HV Battery Replacement.
• 10133885Jan 9, 2013Electrical system. 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…
• 10060839Jan 9, 2013Equipment. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10133884Jan 8, 2013Electrical system. 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 (i.e. Genre, Artist, Song Title, Album Name, etc.). The Gracenote® update will be included on the ?USB Drive ? Navigation Update? SST. A Gracenote® update must be performed before a Navigation Map Update. A Navigation Map Update…
• 10133882Jan 8, 2013Electrical system. Toyota models equipped with the display Audio HDD Navigation 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 ACN pamphlet available through the normal parts ordering system.
• 10060838Jan 8, 2013Equipment. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10060835Jan 8, 2013Equipment. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10060834Jan 8, 2013Equipment. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10060833Jan 8, 2013Equipment. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10133915Jan 3, 2013Air bags. Toyota 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.
• 10133878Jan 2, 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 reprogramming process and outlines use of the Technical Information System (TIS) and the Calibration Update Wizard (CUW). Flash calibration updates…
• 10133964Dec 21, 2012Engine. Starting with the 2010 MY, Toyota began a gradual transition to the use of synthetic 0w-20 viscosity engine oil.
• 10133946Dec 20, 2012Transmission and drivetrain. Some 2012 ? 2013 model year Camry and 2013 model year Venza vehicles equipped with 2GR-FE engines may exhibit a MIL ?ON? condition with Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) P219A or P219B present. The Engine Control Module/ECM (SAE term: Powertrain Control Module/PCM) logic has been modified to reduce the possibility of this condition occurring. Please follow the repair procedure below to address this condition.
• 10062004Dec 20, 2012Engine. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10053766Dec 20, 2012Engine. Toyota: the engine control module/ecm logic was modified to reduce the condition of mil on with diagnostic trouble code (dtc) p219a or p219b on some vehicles. Model 2012-2013 avalon, sienna, camry, venza.
• 10133962Dec 7, 2012Engine. Starting with the 2010 MY, Toyota began a gradual transition to the use of synthetic 0w-20 viscosity engine oil.
• 10062011Nov 7, 2012Equipment. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10133999Oct 23, 2012Engine. Some 2012 model year Camry vehicles equipped with the 2AR-FE engine may exhibit one or more of the following conditions: A/C inoperative while the vehicle is stopped. Rising engine temperature while the vehicle is stopped.
• 10061661Oct 23, 2012Engine cooling. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10134022Oct 17, 2012Electrical system. Some Phone iOS 5 customers with Denso Premium HDD Navigation (AVN) or Display Navigation w/ Entune (DNE) head units may experience an error message when they attempt to use the Entune application.
• 10134021Oct 17, 2012Electrical system. Some Phone iOS 5 customers with Denso Premium HDD Navigation (AVN) or Display Navigation w/ Entune (DNE) head units may experience an iPod Authorization error when they plug their iPhone into the USB port.
• 10134020Oct 11, 2012Electrical system. Customers who purchase new or replacement iPhones running iOS 6 may find that Toyota a Entune application will not launch on the iPhone. The issue can occur when the customer restores/transfers their apps, contacts, etc.
• 10134019Oct 11, 2012Electrical system. Some Phone iOS 5 customers with Denso Premium HDD Navigation (AVN) or Display Navigation w/ Entune (DNE) head units may experience an error message when they attempt to use the Entune application.
• 10062023Oct 11, 2012Equipment. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10062022Oct 11, 2012Equipment. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10134018Oct 10, 2012Electrical system. Some Phone iOS 5 customers with Denso Premium HDD Navigation (AVN) or Display Navigation w/ Entune (DNE) head units may experience an iPod Authorization error when they plug their iPhone into the USB port.
• 10062021Oct 10, 2012Equipment. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10133974Oct 4, 2012Body and structure. Toyota vehicles are equipped with either conventional or run-flat tires. Sometimes punctures may occur as a result of contact with road debris or other hazards. If a puncture occurs, it may be possible to repair the tire and return it to service. With a conventional tire it is not possible to drive for an extended amount of time with the tire at low pressures as damage to the tire may occur.
• 10061649Oct 4, 2012Tires. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10061596Jun 28, 2012Equipment. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10045140Jun 13, 2012Vehicle speed control. Toyota: accelerator pedal sensor assembly information regarding the inspection, removal, and installation, if lubrication or oil, is applied.
• 10060750Jun 11, 2012Transmission and drivetrain. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10044207May 1, 2012Air bags. Toyota: passenger side 'airbag off' light illuminates intermittently. *js updated 7/17/10.
• 10061572Apr 2, 2012Equipment. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10044156Mar 13, 2012Electrical system, Engine cooling. Toyota: charging system inoperative. Some engines may exhibit insufficient charging performance from the alternator. An updated pulley assembly is available to address this condition.
• 10061542Jan 24, 2012Equipment. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10061609Sep 6, 2011Equipment. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10042555Sep 6, 2011Air bags, Seats. Toyota: information provided for replacing the seat covers for vehicles equipped with side airbags.
• 10061578Jun 13, 2011Transmission and drivetrain. Summary to be provided on a future date.

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