2004 Toyota Tacoma Technical Service Bulletins

134 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2004 Toyota Tacoma. 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.

• 10132156Sep 13, 2013Equipment. If a customer states there is an unpleasant odor in the vehicle from the HVAC system, there are various factors that may be involved.
• 10062013Sep 13, 2013Equipment. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 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.
• 10062051Aug 1, 2013Equipment. 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• 10133836Feb 20, 2013Transmission and drivetrain. This bulletin contains general vehicle pulling diagnosis and repair procedures along with specific information to help correct pulling complaints.
• 10133867Feb 7, 2013Equipment. SSTs are key elements to provide your customers with swift and accurate repairs resulting in superior customer satisfaction.
• 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.
• 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…
• 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.
• 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.
• 10030357Apr 1, 2011Body and structure. Toyota service campaign: see document search button for owner letter. A number of vehicles operating in severe cold climate areas with high road salt used exhibited excessive rust corrosion to the frame, causing perforation of the metal. The frames in this small number of vehicles may not have adequate corrosion resistant protection for use in this environment. *pe updated /25/11
• 10038974Mar 28, 2011Body and structure. Toyota service campaign: see document search button for owner letter. A service campaign to apply anti-corrosion materials for vehicles in cold states. 1996-2004 tacomas.
• 10037656Dec 22, 2010Body and structure. Toyota service campaign: see document search button for owner letter. Toyota is extending the date for corrosion resistance treatment.
• 10036743Oct 14, 2010Body and structure. Toyota: see document search button for owner letter. Limited service campaign (lsc). 90d deadline extension and owner renotification. Frame corrosion resistant compound (crc).
• 10036742Oct 14, 2010Body and structure. Toyota: limited service campaign-90 d deadline extension and owner renotification. Frame corrosion-resistant compound(crc).
• 10034525Jul 15, 2010Body and structure. Toyota: frame corrosion preventative compound. Owners whose vehicles have not yet had lsc 90d repairs completed will be notify. Affects only certain states:vt, ma and me.
• 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.
• 10027968Nov 25, 2008Body and structure. Toyota service campaign: see document search button for owner letter. Warranty enhancement for frame rust perforation on model trucks in severe cold climate areas with high road salt use. Csc letter was received.
• 10018661Nov 21, 2005Electrical system. Repair manual correction for the rear differential lock - electrical wiring diagram. 00400-ewd47-8u. '02 tacoma. *tt '03 tacoma. 00400-ewd51-7u. *tt '04 tacoma - 00400-ewd56-5u. *tt '01 tacoma. 0040-ewd44-0u. *tt '00 tacoma - 00400-ewd38-5u. *tt '00 tacoma - 00400-ewd36-4u. '99 tacoma - 00400-ewd36-4u.
• 10018272Nov 8, 2005Engine cooling. Malfunction indicator lamp on diagnostic trouble code p2742.
• 10015504Jun 27, 2005Suspension. Special service campaign 50j - phase I - front suspension lower ball joint may experience excessive wear and looseness causing increased steering, effort, reduced vehicle self-centering, and noise in the front suspension.
• 10015480Jun 10, 2005Transmission and drivetrain. Differential locking system repair manual correction. 00400-rm109-0u2.
• 10011862Dec 22, 2004Engine cooling. Extended engine crank condition after the engine is turned off.
• 10015971Dec 17, 2004Equipment. Repair manual correction.
• 10197476May 4, 2001Equipment. Replacement vin plates.
• 10197473Jan 18, 1991Equipment. Product general information.

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