2010 Toyota Prius Technical Service Bulletins

387 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2010 Toyota Prius. 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.

• 10062010Mar 25, 2013Equipment. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10133860Feb 27, 2013Electrical system. The customer is having difficulty changing the multi-display screen from Day Mode. If the multi-display screen is set to Day Mode when the headlights are on, the setting we be memorized when the engine is turned off.
• 10133857Feb 25, 2013Steering. The vehicle will not start or ready-on and the steering wheel lock is engaged so that the steering wheel may only be turned very little from side-to-side.
• 10062035Feb 25, 2013Steering. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 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.
• 10133867Feb 7, 2013Equipment. SSTs are key elements to provide your customers with swift and accurate repairs resulting in superior customer satisfaction.
• 10133900Jan 31, 2013Equipment. Some 2010-2011 model year Prius vehicles may exhibit a MIL "ON" condition with DTCs P3190, P3191, P0A0F, and/or purge VSV/PCV line separation from the throttle body housing.
• 10044581Jan 31, 2013Engine, Transmission and drivetrain. Toyota: to address the condition of diagnostic trouble codes (dtcs) that some vehicles are exhibiting (p0a0f, p3190, and p3191), engine control module/ecm (sae term: powertrain control module/pcm) logic was revised. *pe updated 4/15/13.
• 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.
• 10133895Jan 16, 2013Engine. Some 2010-2013 model year Prius and Prius V models may exhibit one or more of the following conditions at initial engine start up after cold soak in temperatures below 40 degrees F.
• 10133917Jan 10, 2013Electrical system. technicians should confirm the following key points to minimize the potential for future MIL "ON" concerns after HV Battery Replacement.
• 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.
• 10133947Dec 21, 2012Brakes. Some 2010 ? 2012 model year Prius and 2012 model year Prius PHV vehicles may exhibit uneven brake pad wear on the rear brake pads. The vehicle may also exhibit a grinding or scraping noise due to the uneven brake pad wear. An updated rear pad kit has been developed to address this condition.
• 10062005Dec 21, 2012Brakes. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 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.
• 10133995Oct 17, 2012Equipment. Some 2010 ? 2011 model year Prius vehicles may exhibit a condition where a halogen low beam headlamp bulb lifetime is shorter than customer expectation. A modified wiring harness is available to address this condition.
• 10050839Oct 17, 2012Exterior lighting. Toyota: to address the issue of halogen low beam headlamp bulb shortage of life, the wiring harness was modified and is available. Models 2010-2011 prius.
• 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.
• 10060753Jul 23, 2012Engine. 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.
• 10042555Sep 6, 2011Air bags, Seats. Toyota: information provided for replacing the seat covers for vehicles equipped with side airbags.
• 10038958Apr 7, 2011Fuel system. Toyota: the charcoal cansiter is updated to fix a malfunction light that is on with a stored trouble code.
• 10037647Dec 22, 2010Brakes. Toyota: when stopped there may be an abnormal noise when the brake pedal is released. This is a software problem. 2010-2011 prius.
• 10036904Oct 11, 2010Exterior lighting. Toyota: lighting (ext). Some vehicles may exhibit excessive condensation or moisture on the interior of the headlamp(s). Applies to vehicles produced before production change.
• 10033747May 13, 2010Engine cooling, Transmission and drivetrain. Toyota: engine/hybrid system. Engine control. Some vehicles may exhibit a mil on condition with diagnostic trouble code (dtc) p0456 stored in the engine control module or ecm (sae term:powertrain control module/pcm).
• 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.
• 10033064Dec 18, 2009Equipment. Toyota: vehicle interior: interior panels/trim to improve serviceability of the floor carpet grommet (floor clamp retainer), a new service part has been developed which allows the floor carpet grommet to be replaced separately from the carpet assembly. Models include avalon, camry, camry hv, prius, tacoma and tundra. *pe.
• 10032594Oct 6, 2009Engine cooling. Toyota: coolant leak from transaxle drain plug. Engine/hybrid system. Some vehicles may exhibit a condition where coolant is leaking from the transaxle coolant drain plug. Use the repair procedure to address this condition.
• 10197476May 4, 2001Equipment. Replacement vin plates.
• 10197473Jan 18, 1991Equipment. Product general information.

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