2008 Toyota Tacoma Technical Service Bulletins

330 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2008 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.

• 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…
• 10133951Dec 21, 2012Equipment. This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0249-12 .
• 10133949Dec 21, 2012Transmission and drivetrain. Some 2WD 2005 ? 2013 model year Tacoma vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission may exhibit a clunk/thunk noise from the rear of the vehicle or a ?bump-from-behind? sensation just before a stop or when accelerating from a stop. Improvements have been implemented on the rear propelled shaft (driveshaft). Follow the Repair Procedure in this bulletin to improve this condition.
• 10133948Dec 21, 2012Suspension, Steering. Some vehicles may exhibit a vibration felt in the seat, floorboard, and/or steering wheel around 15-25 MPH caused by a second order driveline vibration. Use the following procedure to address this condition.
• 10062006Dec 21, 2012Transmission and drivetrain. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10061275Dec 21, 2012Transmission and drivetrain. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10054799Dec 21, 2012Transmission and drivetrain. Toyota: the driveline vibrates between 15-25 mph. Model 2005-2013 tacoma.
• 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.
• 10133973Oct 3, 2012Transmission and drivetrain. Some 2005 ? 2012 model year Tacoma vehicles may exhibit a squeak or creak noise from the clutch pedal when it is depressed or released. Changes have been made to the clutch pedal and clutch master cylinder assembly to address this condition.
• 10061647Oct 3, 2012Transmission and drivetrain. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10061276Oct 3, 2012Transmission and drivetrain. 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.
• 10044157Mar 23, 2012Steering. Toyota: steering intermediate shaft rattle noise. Some vehicles may exhibit steering rattle noise when driven over rough road surfaces. Also included 2wd tacoma prerunner. Model years 2005-2012.
• 10060761Sep 7, 2011Exterior lighting. 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.
• 10075796Jun 28, 2011Transmission and drivetrain. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10061576Jun 28, 2011Engine. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10039109May 31, 2011Transmission and drivetrain. Toyota: information on installing manual transmission shift lever or park neutral position switch.
• 10036975May 3, 2010Steering. Toyota: some toyota tacoma vehicles manufactured between 2005 and 2011 may have a steering rattle noise when driving on rough surfaces.
• 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.
• 10030909Aug 18, 2009Transmission and drivetrain. Toyota: automatic transmission/transaxle. Some vehicles may exhibit a mil on condition with dtc p0705 (transmission range sensor circuit malfunction (prndl input)) stored. Common symptoms with this dtc can include possible delayed engagement into reverse or drive and possible harsh gear engagement when shifting between park or neutral into all other gears.
• 10025166May 29, 2008Transmission and drivetrain. Rear differential whine or howling noise at highway speeds.
• 10023616Oct 26, 2007Other or unknown. Driver and passenger's side floor mats.
• 10023162Sep 21, 2007Other or unknown. Floor mat installation during (pds) pre-delivery service.
• 10197476May 4, 2001Equipment. Replacement vin plates.
• 10197473Jan 18, 1991Equipment. Product general information.

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