2018 Toyota Camry Technical Service Bulletins

375 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2018 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.

• 10164352Jul 16, 2019Equipment, Electrical system. TT: The new DCA-8000 Diagnostic Charger may cause your facility?s Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) breaker to trip. A GFCI breaker can be tripped for various reasons, one of the reasons may be related to the DCA-8000. We are investigating this issue to determine the root cause. Other reasons the GFCI breaker may trip ? Circuit demand is too high for GFCI rating ? Worn out GFCI internal contacts ? Improper…
• 10164345Jul 9, 2019Equipment. TSB: SUPERSESSION NOTICE The information contained in this bulletin supersedes Service Bulletin No. T-SB-0033-14. ? Applicability has been updated to include 2019 model year Toyota vehicles. Service Bulletin No. T-SB-0033-14 is obsolete and any printed versions should be discarded. Some 2006 ? 2019 model year Toyota vehicles in particular geographic areas may exhibit a condition where the HVAC evaporator drain hose…
• 10164330Jul 1, 2019Transmission and drivetrain, Electrical system, Engine. TSB: REVISION NOTICE July 01, 2019 Rev2: ? Applicability has been updated to 2019 ? 2020 model year Toyota vehicles. ? The Techstream Preparation and Process Overview sections have been updated. October 30, 2017 Rev1: ? Applicability has been updated to include 2018 model year vehicles. Any previous printed versions of this bulletin should be discarded. SUPERSESSION NOTICE The information contained in this bulletin…
• 10162761Jun 27, 2019Engine, Equipment. TT: When repairing a 1234YF HVAC system on a gas powered (Non-Hybrid) Toyota and the addition of compressor oil is required to complete the repairs, the various 1234YF compressor oils (ND-12, PS-D1, or VC100YF) are available through the Toyota Approved Dealer Equipment website.
• 10162791Jun 20, 2019Equipment. TT: Some customers may experience an Entune? update pop-up message after every key cycle.
• 10162773Jun 19, 2019Electrical system. TT: The new 12V Battery Warranty Testers (DSS-5000 & DCA-8000) require certain information to generate a test result and warranty code. Below is an explanation of what information is required when testing a 12V battery on the new Warranty Battery Testers.
• 10161532May 31, 2019Fuel system, Other or unknown. TSB: REVISION NOTICE May 31, 2019 Rev2: ? Applicability has been updated to include 2019 model year Avalon Hybrid vehicles. ? The entire bulletin has been updated. June 1, 2018 Rev1: ? Applicability has been updated to include 2018 model year Camry Hybrid, Prius, and Prius Prime vehicles. ? The entire bulletin has been updated. Any previous printed versions of this bulletin should be discarded. Some 2016 ? 2018…
• 10161542May 28, 2019Equipment, Electrical system. TSB: Entune? 3.0 Audio is now available with additional features such as Apple CarPlay® and Amazon Alexa? for 2018 model year Camry, Camry Hybrid, and Sienna vehicles. Follow the Software Update Procedure in this bulletin to install these new features. NOTE Performing this update may change certain head unit operation conditions. For a full list of changes, see System Limitations and FAQ.
• 10161540May 21, 2019Electrical system, Equipment. TSB: REVISION NOTICE May 24, 2019 Rev1: ? The entire bulletin has been updated. Any previous printed versions of this bulletin should be discarded. The procedure in this Service Bulletin is a full reformat of the multimedia system. Failure to follow the procedure exactly as written may cause damage to the head unit. This reformatting changes the system from a Phase 2 to a Phase 3 system, which includes Apple…
• 10162249May 14, 2019Equipment. TT: While performing the retrofit TSB, and creating the USB stick, it is critical that all files that are included in the .zip folder are extracted in the root directory (not in any folders) of the USB drive.
• 10161517May 6, 2019Equipment. TSB: Entune? 3.0 Premium Audio is now available with additional features such as Apple CarPlay® and Amazon Alexa? for 2018 model year Camry, Camry Hybrid, and Sienna vehicles. Follow the Software Update Procedure in this bulletin to install these new features. NOTE Performing this update may change certain head unit operation conditions. For a full list of changes, see System Limitations and FAQ.
• 10161516May 6, 2019Equipment, Electrical system. TSB: Entune? 3.0 Audio is now available with additional features such as Apple CarPlay® and Amazon Alexa? for 2018 model year Camry, Camry Hybrid, and Sienna vehicles. Follow the Software Update Procedure in this bulletin to install these new features. NOTE Performing this update may change certain head unit operation conditions. For a full list of changes, see System Limitations and FAQ.
• 10159739Apr 30, 2019Equipment. TT: Safety Connect is a vehicle option which requires a subscription fee for the system to be active after the initial trial period. Once the subscription has expired the DCM (Telematics Transceiver) 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.
• 10159725Apr 17, 2019Lane departure, Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors), Equipment. TT: The blind spot monitor (BSM) sensor angle inspection is used to confirm that the BSM sensor is within the specified angle before performing axis beam adjustment. When used in conjunction with the repair manual, these BSM tips leverage SSTs and readily available tools to support sensor angle confirmation in varying shop environments.
• 10159724Apr 17, 2019Equipment, Electrical system. TSB: Some 2018 ? 2019 model year Toyota vehicles equipped with the Entune? 3.0 Premium Audio Navigation System require a Special Service Tool (SST) USB flash drive to update the map, points of interest, and system software. The SST is used with applicable vehicles to deliver the update; however, the process for generating license keys differs from previous generations. Before attempting to perform a map update, the…
• 10159722Apr 16, 2019Electrical system, Brakes, Equipment. Dealer Packet: 04/16/2019 ? UIO quantities and production ranges have been updated to reflect added vehicles. The involved vehicles are equipped with Intelligent Clearance Sonar (ICS). Due to improper software programming in the ICS system, the ICS system may improperly activate when an involved vehicle enters certain types of carwash facilities and is placed into neutral. If the ICS system activates, the ICS…
• 10159721Apr 16, 2019Brakes, Equipment, Electrical system. Region Letter: 04/16/2019 ? UIO quantities and production ranges have been updated to reflect added vehicles. ? Op codes to cover specific instances of ICS ECU failure during reprogramming have been included. The involved vehicles are equipped with Intelligent Clearance Sonar (ICS). Due to improper software programming in the ICS system, the ICS system may improperly activate when an involved vehicle enters certain…
• 10159720Apr 16, 2019Brakes, Equipment, Electrical system. Dealer Email: The involved vehicles are equipped with Intelligent Clearance Sonar (ICS). Due to improper software programming in the ICS system, the ICS system may improperly activate when an involved vehicle enters certain types of carwash facilities and is placed into neutral. If the ICS system activates, the ICS system will exhibit warnings and the system may apply the brakes.
• 10159719Apr 16, 2019Equipment, Electrical system, Brakes. Region Email: The involved vehicles are equipped with Intelligent Clearance Sonar (ICS). Due to improper software programming in the ICS system, the ICS system may improperly activate when an involved vehicle enters certain types of carwash facilities and is placed into neutral. If the ICS system activates, the ICS system will exhibit warnings and the system may apply the brakes.
• 10159705Apr 9, 2019Equipment, Electrical system. Technical Instructions: Update 4/9/2019: Note added on p. 5. TECHNICAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR SPECIAL SERVICE CAMPAIGN J0R INTELLIGENT CLEARANCE SONAR (ICS) SYSTEM REPROGRAM CERTAIN: 2018 CAMRY & CAMRY HYBRID 2016 ? 2018 PRIUS 2017 - 2018 PRIUS PRIME
• 10159699Apr 5, 2019Electrical system, Engine. Technical Instructions: Update 4/5/2019: Note added on p. 6. TECHNICAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR SPECIAL SERVICE CAMPAIGN K0A ENGINE ECU SOFTWARE UPDATE CERTAIN 2018 CAMRY & 2018 SIEN
• 10159685Apr 1, 2019Equipment, Wheels. Technical Instructions: HOT Expired on March 31, 2019 TECHNICAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR LIMITED SERVICE CAMPAIGN HOT REAR WHEEL ARCH SEALER GAP CERTAIN 2018 CAMRY
• 10159684Apr 1, 2019Equipment. Dealer Package: April 1, 2019 ?A watermark has been added to the Dealer Letter to indicate that H0T expired on March 31, 2019.
• 10197472Mar 28, 2019Equipment. Technician Certification Requirements.
• 10158631Mar 19, 2019Seats. Common portion of a presentation provided to mutiple OEM customers concerning a potential issue and investigation involving a seat adjustment recliner mechanism.
• 10158587Mar 14, 2019Engine, Electrical system. Dealer Letter: The engine ECUs in the subject vehicles are equipped with software to monitor the rear oxygen sensors. Under a specific condition, this software may not detect a malfunctioning sensor due to an error in the software. As a result, affected vehicles do not meet certain onboard diagnostic (OBD) regulations.
• 10158572Mar 4, 2019Brakes. TSB: Some 2018 model year Camry and Camry Hybrid vehicles and 2019 model year Avalon and Avalon Hybrid vehicles may exhibit a brake squeal/squeak noise from the front brake components. For customers who find these characteristics objectionable, an updated brake caliper is now available as a service part.
• 10155247Feb 28, 2019Electrical system, Equipment. TT: Some customers may encounter Bluetooth® connectivity concerns such as: ? Difficulty to pair the phone. ? Intermittent Bluetooth® failure to connect to the vehicle when first turning on the vehicle. ? Various Bluetooth® Audio functions are no longer functioning with customer?s phone such as ability to change the track using the steering wheel controls. These concerns can be caused by changes made on the…
• 10155246Feb 28, 2019Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). TSB: Some 2018 model year Camry and Camry Hybrid and 2019 model year Avalon and Avalon Hybrid vehicles may exhibit decreased front windshield defroster performance at extremely low ambient temperatures. This condition may be the result of the fresh/recirculation servo actuator separating from the servo. This condition does not affect the airflow of the defroster. Follow the Repair Procedure in this bulletin to…
• 10155238Feb 25, 2019Equipment. TT: HVAC drain tube is found to be blocked/clogged.
• 10155235Feb 18, 2019Equipment, Electrical system. TT: Vehicle control apps might not operate as expected at times due to preconditions (normal operating parameters) not being established, vehicle settings and/or network/cellular coverage concerns.
• 10155233Feb 15, 2019Equipment, Electrical system. TSB: This bulletin details the supplemental procedure to confirm Telematics Data Communication Module (DCM) activation for applicable 2017 ? 2019 model year Toyota vehicles after the process is initiated by Techstream. The steps outlined in this bulletin include: ? Techstream Messages ? DCM Activation Confirmation ? Vehicle Confirmation
• 10154801Feb 7, 2019Engine, Electrical system. TSB: REVISION NOTICE February 7, 2018 Rev1: ? Applicability has been updated to include 2019 model year Avalon vehicles. ? The entire bulletin has been updated. Any previous printed versions of this bulletin should be discarded. Some 2018 model year Camry and 2019 model year Avalon vehicles equipped with 2GR-FKS (V6) engines may exhibit a MIL ON condition with one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes…
• 10154800Feb 7, 2019Equipment. TSB: REVISION NOTICE February 7, 2019 Rev2: * Applicability has been updated to include 2010 - 2014 model year Matrix, 2017 - 2019 model year C-HR, 2019 model year Corolla Hatchback, and 2018 - 2019 model year Toyota vehicles. G418 The Introduction and Repair Procedure sections have been updated. March 7, 2017 Rev1: * Applicability has been updated to include 2017 model year Toyota vehicles. Any previous printed…
• 10153282Jan 16, 2019Electrical system. TSB: Some 2016 - 2018 model year Prius and Tacoma, 2017 - 2018 model year Prius Prime and Sienna, and 2018 model year Camry and Camry Hybrid vehicles may exhibit a MIL ON condition with Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) P261093 (ECM/PCM Engine Off Timer Performance No Operation) present. The Engine Control Module (ECM) (SAE term: Powertrain Control Module/PCM) logic has been modified to reduce the possibility of this…
• 10153246Jan 16, 2019Engine cooling. TT: The current engine active test ?Control the Injection Mode? is not operating as desired when controlling the direct injectors manually on 2GR-FKS engines. When direct injection is started and then stopped using the active test, current ECU logic does not turn off the direct injectors and can cause DTCs P017200, P017500 and P0160300. To avoid this condition, technicians should raise engine RPM when changing back…
• 10153265Jan 4, 2019Equipment. TT: In certain cases of leaking air conditioning systems, the root cause of the leak is inadvertently overlooked, causing a repeat repair. To improve customer satisfaction and repair A/C system leaks in one dealer visit, Toyota has developed a set of guidelines for evaluating A/C system components.
• 10153241Dec 20, 2018Equipment. Safety Recall and Service Campaign - Technician Certification Requirements
• 10153204Dec 10, 2018Forward collision avoidance, Equipment. TT: When adjusting the Forward Recognition Camera on vehicles with Toyota Safety Sense, it can be difficult to print the repair manual target to the proper size.
• 10152552Nov 26, 2018Equipment. Dealer Daily Message: In our continuing effort to encourage increased customer participation in Special Service Campaigns, Toyota will be piloting a new method for contacting customers whose vehicles have compatible multimedia head units in Special Service Campaign J0R. This new method will leverage the Notification application in vehicles with these head units. See images below for examples of the messages that…
• 10152550Nov 26, 2018Electrical system. Dealer Packet: 11/26/2018 ? Owner Notification section has been updated. ? CAL ID clarification has been provided in the Op Code section. The involved vehicles are equipped with Intelligent Clearance Sonar (ICS). Due to improper software programming in the ICS system, the ICS system may improperly activate when an involved vehicle enters certain types of carwash facilities and is placed into neutral.
• 10152549Nov 26, 2018Equipment. TSB: OBSOLETE NOTICE November 09, 2018: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0133-18.
• 10152197Nov 15, 2018Equipment. Safety Recall and Service Campaign - Technician Certification Requirements
• 10152194Nov 15, 2018Electrical system. TSB: REVISION NOTICE November 15, 2018 Rev1: ? The Production Change Confirmation Procedure section has been updated. Any previous printed versions of this bulletin should be discarded. When completing a transaxle assembly replacement, Engine Control Module (ECM) (SAE term: Powertrain Control Module [PCM]) replacement, or ECM (PCM) reprogram, ensure the correct ECM (PCM) software is matched with the transaxle…
• 10152189Nov 14, 2018Body and structure. TSB: REVISION NOTICE November 14, 2018 Rev1: ? Applicability has been updated to include 2018 model year Camry and Camry HV vehicles. ? The Repair Procedure section has been updated to include the removal/discarding of the resin spacers. Any previous printed versions of this bulletin should be discarded. Some 2018 model year Camry and Camry Hybrid vehicles with a sliding roof may exhibit a creak or squeak noise…
• 10152174Nov 9, 2018Equipment. TSB: SUPERSESSION NOTICE The information contained in this bulletin supersedes Service Bulletin No. T-SB-0285-17. ? Applicability has been updated to include 2019 model year Camry and Camry Hybrid vehicles and 2018 ? 2019 model year Mirai and Sienna vehicles. ? The entire bulletin has been updated. Service Bulletin No. T-SB-0285-17 is obsolete and any printed versions should be discarded. Some 2018 model year Camry…
• 10152173Nov 9, 2018Engine cooling. TT: On 2018-2019 model year Camry and 2019 model year Avalon, equipped with the 2GR-FKS engine, technicians may observe that the bank 1 (rear) exhaust manifold may be ?missing? a stud and nut. The repair manual shows that, as per design intent, the exhaust manifold is NOT missing a stud and nut.
• 10152168Nov 2, 2018Equipment. TT: Vehicle control apps might not operate as expected at times due to preconditions (normal operating parameters) not being established, vehicle settings and/or network/cellular coverage concerns.
• 10152618Oct 31, 2018Equipment. Safety Recall and Service Campaign - Technician Certification Requirements
• 10152617Oct 31, 2018Equipment. Safety Recall and Service Campaign - Technician Certification Requirements

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