2010 Toyota RAV4 Technical Service Bulletins

313 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2010 Toyota RAV4. 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.

• 10131985Sep 12, 2013Equipment. Some 2004 ? 2014 model year Toyota vehicles may exhibit odors naturally occurring from the HVAC system and/or related environmental factors. Although there is no way to eliminate these odors, follow the General Procedure in this bulletin to minimize the odors experienced.
• 10131984Sep 9, 2013Equipment, Brakes. A new Special Service Tool (SST 09709-00002) has been introduced to aid in the inspection procedure for certain vehicles equipped with a floor pedal-type parking brake system. This bulletin references the correct method for installing the Brake Pedal Force Gauge. Refer to the appropriate Repair Manual for parking brake pedal travel inspection and adjustment specification.
• 10053023Sep 3, 2013Equipment. Toyota/lexus: information regarding dealer re-notification, on certain vehicles, of remedy instructions (dvd) via separate cover. Models 2006-2011 rav4, 2010 hs250th.
• 10062057Aug 27, 2013Equipment. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10132202Aug 8, 2013Back-over prevention (rear camera). Some vehicles may exhibit a MIL ?ON? Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) P0138 and/or P0158 (Oxygen Sensor Circuit High Voltage Bank 1 or 2). In some instances a P2195 or P2197 (A/F Sensor Signal Stuck Lean) DTC may also be present. This condition may be caused by incorrect Air Fuel Ratio Sensor response. Additionally, a P0606 (ECM/PCM Processor) DTC may be present due to incorrect Oxygen Sensor operation. The following…
• 10054869Aug 8, 2013Engine. Toyota: updated information regarding the response of the air fuel ratio sensor, that is incorrect and also, an incorrect oxygen sensor operation may be present, due to ecm/pcm processor p0606 dtc.
• 10062009Aug 2, 2013Equipment. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10062051Aug 1, 2013Equipment. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10132269Jul 25, 2013Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). Tips for writing a DPR (Dealer Product Report) on manufacturing issues for windows and windshields.
• 10062053Jul 25, 2013Body and structure. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10132279Jul 18, 2013Vehicle speed control. As communicated in mid-June 2013, the Federal Court in Orange County, California continued the Fairness Hearing regarding the proposed settlement of the consolidated Economic Loss Class Actions related to claims of unintended acceleration until July 19, 2013.
• 10132239Jul 11, 2013Equipment. The procedure in this bulletin is a general guideline on how to properly diagnose the air conditioning system after a component failure. Refer to the applicable Repair Manual for vehicle specific repair procedures and parts.
• 10061589Jul 11, 2013Equipment. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10133694Jun 14, 2013Vehicle speed control. The Federal Court in Orange County, CA today continued a Fairness Hearing regarding the proposed settlement of the consolidated Economic L:oss Class Actions relating to claims of unintended acceleration. The new (continued) date for Fairness Hearing is July 19,2013. After the hearing TMS will provide further updates on the status and timing of the settlement.
• 10133672Jun 14, 2013Transmission and drivetrain. Some 2006 ? 2012 model year 4WD RAV4 vehicles may exhibit a growl type noise from the rear differential coupling when driving as a result of contamination to the front bearing. Follow the procedure in this bulletin to address this condition.
• 10052631Jun 14, 2013Suspension, Transmission and drivetrain. Toyota: the rear differential coupling, when driving some vehicles, may exhibit a growl noise, due to contamination to front bearing. Model 2006-2012 rav4 (42wd).
• 10133693Jun 12, 2013Vehicle speed control. On June 14, 2013 the Federal Court in Orange County, California will conduct a Fairness Hearing regarding the proposed settlement of the consolidated Economic Loss Class Actions. Dealerships may notice media coverage of this Fairness Hearing.
• 10132048May 22, 2013Tires. Please refer to the following recommendations for the best practices for vehicle tire rotations.
• 10062016May 22, 2013Tires. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10132295Apr 23, 2013Equipment. This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0054-13.
• 10132287Apr 23, 2013Equipment. California (CA), Federal (FED), and 50 State Certified emission control underhood labels (emission labels) may be obtained through your dealership?s Parts Department utilizing standard replacement parts ordering procedures. Follow the guidelines outlined in this bulletin to ensure proper label application.
• 10132316Apr 4, 2013Equipment. 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.
• 10132281Apr 4, 2013Body and structure, Back-over prevention (rear camera). If a creak, tick, or rattle noise is heard at the top or bottom of the windshield, or at the top of the rear glass, the source of the noise may be the two stoppers bonded to the top of the windshield/rear glass, or the windshield retainers bonded to the lower edge of the windshield. This bulletin provides the recommended repair procedure to eliminate these types of noises from the windshield/rear glass area.
• 10062044Apr 4, 2013Equipment. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10133822Mar 25, 2013Equipment. Toyota will be sending Safety Recall Follow Up Notices to remind owners whose vehicles have not yet had campaign repair completed. Please note the following information for Regional and PD associates.
• 10133821Mar 25, 2013Equipment. Toyota will be sending Safety Recall Follow Up Notices to remind owners whose vehicles have not yet had campaign repair completed. Please note the following information for Regional and PD associates.
• 10133809Mar 25, 2013Engine. Starting with 2010 Model Year, Toyota began a gradual transition to the use of synthetic 0W-20 viscosity engine oil. There a re man benefits of this oil.
• 10062010Mar 25, 2013Equipment. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10133796Mar 15, 2013Equipment. This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0041-13 .
• 10133786Mar 15, 2013Engine. Immediately following a cold soak startup, some 2009 ? 2013 model year vehicles equipped with 1AR-FE or 2AR-FE engines may exhibit a brief knock/rattle noise from the engine compartment for approximately one second. Follow the repair procedure below to address this condition.
• 10061557Mar 15, 2013Engine. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10054846Mar 15, 2013Engine. Toyota: on certain vehicles, a knock or rattle noise, coming from engine compartment, is heard during a cold soak startup, and the condition lasts approximately one second. Model years 2009-2012 camry, highlander, sienna, venza, rav4.
• 10053959Mar 15, 2013Engine. Toyota: there is a knocking or rattling noise coming from engine compartment, for a short period of time, after a cold soak startup. Model 2010-2012 camry, 2009-2013 highlander, venza, 2009-2012 rav4, 2011-2013 sienna.
• 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.
• 10062038Feb 27, 2013Equipment. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• 10133962Dec 7, 2012Engine. Starting with the 2010 MY, Toyota began a gradual transition to the use of synthetic 0w-20 viscosity engine oil.
• 10133932Dec 6, 2012Equipment. A revised procedure has been developed to ensure proper removal and installation of the sun visor. Please use the following procedure for removal and installation of the sun visor.
• 10062011Nov 7, 2012Equipment. Summary to be provided on a future date.

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