2008 Toyota Highlander Technical Service Bulletins

281 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2008 Toyota Highlander. 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.

• 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…
• 10133998Oct 22, 2012Body and structure. Some 2008-2012 model year Highlander and Highlander HV vehicles may exhibit a condition where the Power Back Door does no close properly. The Back Door may get to the fully closed position and then reverse to the open position. In cases where the Power Back Door does not close, a pop or clunk noise may also be heard when the back door latch reaches the striker during the power close function.
• 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.
• 10075922Jun 21, 2012Body and structure. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10061594Jun 21, 2012Body and structure. 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.
• 10042892Dec 21, 2011Engine cooling. Toyota: on some vehicles, the engine oil cooler pipes may exhibit an oil seepage. Information has been provided regarding this issue.
• 10061633Oct 14, 2011Body and structure. 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.
• 10041651Aug 23, 2011Body and structure. Toyota: the rear lift glass hatch exhibits a possible condition whereby it fails close properly.
• 10038978Apr 27, 2011Transmission and drivetrain. Toyota: 2008-2011 highlander. There may be an oil leak in the front gears due to a manufacturing process.
• 10033553Mar 1, 2011Engine cooling, Transmission and drivetrain. Toyota service campaign: see document search button for owner letter. Vehicles equipped with a 2gr-fe (v6) engine, the rubber portion of the oil supply hose for vvt-I actuator may degrade over time. This condition may cause oil to leak from the vvt-I oil hose producing abnormal engine noise and the oil pressure light to illuminate.
• 10037962Feb 10, 2011Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). Toyota: when operating the front side window glass there may be a rattle or popping noise. The window may also be inoperative due to damaged window mounting tabs. 2008-2010 highlander. *rm updated 8/10/12.
• 10036969Apr 16, 2010Engine cooling. Toyota service campaign: see document search button for owner letter. Limited service campaign (lsc) 90k-phase 4. Replace the vvt-I oil hose in certain 2008 model highlander vehicles equipped with a 2gr-fe (v6) engine. The rubber portion of oil supply hose for the vvt-I actuator may degrade over time.
• 10034284Feb 4, 2010Engine cooling. Toyota: 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. Model years from 2001-2011.
• 10032729Jun 24, 2009Engine cooling, Transmission and drivetrain. Toyota: vehicles with 2gr fe engines may exhibit a mil on condition with diagnostic trouble code (dtc) p0505 stored in the engine control module or ecm (sae term: powertrain control module/pcm).
• 10028225May 8, 2009Electrical system. Toyota: multiple warning lights illuminated, vehicle not shifting from park to drive, and other accessories becoming inoperative after vehicle has cold soaked in subfreezing ambient air temperatures. *pe updated 9/23/09.
• 10032730Mar 19, 2009Engine cooling. Toyota: some vehicles with 2gr fe engines may exhibit a ticking/clicking type noise from the cylinder head cover area which may be accompanied by a mil on and one or more vvt-I related diagnostic trouble codes (dtcs).
• 10024890Apr 15, 2008Electrical system. The hv battery cover for the 2008 model year highlander hv has been designed to include a connector cover.
• 10023162Sep 21, 2007Other or unknown. Floor mat installation during (pds) pre-delivery service.
• 10022729Aug 25, 2007Engine cooling. Isc learning procedure. When the battery is disconnected or lower than 7 volts, it is necessary to perform the isc learning procedure to get it back to idle speed control.
• 10022752Aug 8, 2007Equipment. Special service campaign - ssc 70e owner's warranty information letter.
• 10021715May 2, 2007Tires. Tire pressure warning valve/sensor activation.
• 10022143Apr 26, 2007Other or unknown. Techstream ecu flash reprogramming procedure.
• 10021604Apr 20, 2007Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). Initial calibration of compass during pds.
• 10021603Apr 20, 2007Other or unknown. Short pin installation during pds.
• 10021602Apr 17, 2007Other or unknown. Front license plate installation during pd's.
• 10197476May 4, 2001Equipment. Replacement vin plates.
• 10197473Jan 18, 1991Equipment. Product general information.

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