2009 Toyota Tacoma Technical Service Bulletins

314 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2009 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.

• 10132410Jul 20, 2017Air bags, Equipment. TSB: REVISION NOTICE July 20, 2017 Rev1: Applicability has been updated to exclude 2007 ? 2017 model year Avanza vehicles. Some hazardous material treatment and handling regulations at the state and local level define the pre-disposal deployment of airbag and pre-tensioner assemblies as hazardous material treatment. Hazardous material treatment may require special training, certification or licensing in certain…
• 10197490Jul 17, 2017Body and structure. Warranty enhancement program (zh6): warranty extension for frame corrosion on certain 2005-2010 my tacoma vehicles
• 10132407Jul 17, 2017Equipment. Technical Instructions for Warranty Extension Program ZH6, ZH7, ZH8, and ZH9.
• 10132400Jul 17, 2017Body and structure. Warranty Policy Bulletin: Toyota has received reports of customer concerns in which the vehicles operated in specific cold climate areas (Cold Climate States) with high road salt usage may exhibit more-than-normal corrosion with the vehicle?s frame.
• 10132399Jul 17, 2017Body and structure. Dealer Package: On May 21, 2017, a settlement of claims in a class action lawsuit involving 2005 ? 2010 Toyota Tacoma vehicles regarding frame corrosion was approved. This finally approved class action settlement includes inspection of the customer?s frame, and if the frames meet or exceed the Rust Perforation Standard based on the Court-ordered inspection criteria, the frame will be replaced at no cost to the…
• 10132398Jul 17, 2017Body and structure. Dealer Packet Email: On May 21, 2017, a settlement of claims in a class action lawsuit involving 2005 ? 2010 Toyota Tacoma, 2007-2008 Tundra, and 2005-2008 Sequoia vehicles regarding frame corrosion was approved. This finally approved class action settlement includes inspection of the customer?s frame, and if the frames meet or exceed the Rust Perforation Standard based upon the Court-ordered inspection criteria…
• 10132397Jul 17, 2017Body and structure. Region Letter Email: On May 21, 2017, a settlement of claims in a class action lawsuit involving 2005 ? 2010 Toyota Tacoma, 2007-2008 Tundra, and 2005-2008 Sequoia vehicles regarding frame corrosion was approved. This finally approved class action settlement includes inspection of the customer?s frame, and if the frames meet or exceed the Rust Perforation Standard based upon the Court-ordered inspection criteria…
• 10131852Mar 8, 2017Air bags. Dealer Letter: Toyota will be sending Safety Recall Follow-Up Notices to remind owners whose vehicles have not yet had campaign repairs completed.
• 10131851Mar 8, 2017Air bags. Region Letter: Toyota will be sending Safety Recall Follow-Up Notices to remind owners whose vehicles have not yet had campaign repairs completed.
• 10152205Jan 6, 2017Electrical system. TSB: SUPERSESSION NOTICE The information contained in this bulletin supersedes SB No. T-SB-0101-11. Applicability has been updated to include 2016 ? 2017 model year vehicles. Service Bulletin No. T-SB-0101-11 is Obsolete and any printed versions should be discarded. Be sure to review the entire content of this bulletin before proceeding. When servicing interior electrical switches and components, please note the…
• 10132930Nov 29, 2016Electrical system. TSB: OBSOLETE NOTICE: September 14, 2016: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0134-16.
• 10150418Sep 14, 2016Electrical system. TSB: Supersession Notice. 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).
• 10149217Sep 14, 2016Engine. TSB: Supersession Notice. 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).
• 10111643Aug 30, 2016Equipment. TT: Some customers may encounter Bluetooth® connectivity concerns such as: *Difficulty to pair the phone. *Intermittent Bluetooth® failure to connect to the vehicle when first turning on the vehicle. *Various Bluetooth® Audio functions are no longer functioning with customer's phone such as ability to change the track using the steering wheel controls.
• 10145776Jul 21, 2016Equipment. Update on Technician Certification Requirements.
• 10142475May 25, 2016Equipment. TSB: The breather plug should be replaced during any differential/transfer case repairs to prevent possible repeat failures. The subsequent use of the original breather plug after a repair has been found to contribute to the failure of the differential/transfer case components. Replace the breather plug when replacing differential/transfer case components.
• 10140633May 25, 2016Equipment, Electrical system. TSB: The breather plug should be replaced during any differential/transfer case repairs to prevent possible repeat failures. The subsequent use of the original breather plug after a repair has been found to contribute to the failure of the differential/transfer case components. Replace the breather plug when replacing differential/transfer case components.
• 10096909May 25, 2016Hybrid propulsion system, Electrical system. Tsb: the breather plug should be replaced during any differential/transfer case repairs to prevent possible repeat failures. The subsequent use of the original breather plug after a repair has been found to contribute to the failure of the differential/transfer case components. Replace the breather plug when replacing differential/transfer case components.
• 10134320Mar 8, 2016Electrical system. TT: Some customers may encounter Bluetooth connectivity concerns such as: ? Difficulty pairing the phone. ? Intermittent Bluetooth failure to connect when first turning on the vehicle. ? Various Bluetooth Audio functions are no longer functioning with the customer?s phone, such as the ability to change the track using the steering wheel controls. These concerns can be caused by changes made on the customer?s phone.
• 10097052Mar 8, 2016Equipment. "tt: some customers may encounter bluetooth connectivity concerns such as: • difficulty pairing the phone. • intermittent bluetooth failure to connect when first turning on the vehicle. • various bluetooth audio functions are no longer functioning with the customer’s phone, such as the ability to change the track using the steering wheel controls. These concerns can be caused by changes made on the customer’s phone.
• 10134148Jan 25, 2016Seat belts. Dealer Letter: Safety Recall completion is important not only in satisfying government requirements, but also is an integral part of our commitment to meet customer expectations of Toyota products. Toyota will be sending Safety Recall Follow-Up Notices to remind owners whose vehicles have not yet had campaign repairs completed. We request your assistance in completing the applicable campaign repairs as owners…
• 10134147Jan 25, 2016Seat belts. Region Letter: Toyota will be sending Safety Recall Follow-Up Notices to remind owners whose vehicles have not yet had campaign repairs completed. Please note the following information for Regional and PD associates.
• 10096816Jan 25, 2016Transmission and drivetrain, Seat belts. "dealer letter: safety recall completion is important not only in satisfying government requirements, but also is an integral part of our commitment to meet customer expectations of toyota products. Toyota will be sending safety recall follow-up notices to remind owners whose vehicles have not yet had campaign repairs completed. We request your assistance in completing the applicable campaign repairs as owners…
• 10134140Jan 11, 2016Electrical system. Tech Tip: Some customers may experience difficulty programming HomeLink.
• 10096097Jan 11, 2016Equipment. Tech tip: some customers may experience difficulty programming homelink.
• 10111479Nov 30, 2015Equipment. DL: Limited Service Campaign completion is important and is an integral part of our commitment to meet customer expectations of Toyota products. Toyota will be sending Limited Service Campaign Follow-Up Notices to remind owners whose vehicles have not yet had campaign repairs completed. We request your assistance in completing the applicable campaign repairs as owners receive the Follow-Up Notice and contact your…
• 10111478Nov 30, 2015Equipment, Body and structure. RL: Toyota will be sending Limited Service Campaign Follow-Up Notices to remind owners whose vehicles have not yet had campaign repairs completed.
• 10092007Nov 30, 2015Equipment, Body and structure. Dl: limited service campaign completion is important and is an integral part of our commitment to meet customer expectations of toyota products. Toyota will be sending limited service campaign follow-up notices to remind owners whose vehicles have not yet had campaign repairs completed. We request your assistance in completing the applicable campaign repairs as owners receive the follow-up notice and contact your…
• 10091997Nov 30, 2015Equipment, Body and structure. Rl: toyota will be sending limited service campaign follow-up notices to remind owners whose vehicles have not yet had campaign repairs completed.
• 10134223Sep 15, 2015Engine, Electrical system. TT: The vehicle may be difficult to start or have an abnormally low or rough idle after the battery has been disconnected or power to the Engine ECM has been interrupted.
• 10096556Sep 15, 2015Electrical system, Engine. Tt: the vehicle may be difficult to start or have an abnormally low or rough idle after the battery has been disconnected or power to the engine ecm has been interrupted.
• 10134220Sep 14, 2015Equipment, Electrical system. TT: Customers may experience connectivity issues when the following conditions are met: The customer's iPhone is operating on iOS9 firmware. The customer's iPhone is connected to the vehicle via Bluetooth. The customer may complain of the following issues: When receiving two incoming calls simultaneously, both calls are ended automatically. iTunes Radio app does not play via Bluetooth audio. Podcast and Audiobook…
• 10096550Sep 14, 2015Equipment. Tt: customers may experience connectivity issues when the following conditions are met: the customer's iphone is operating on ios9 firmware. The customer's iphone is connected to the vehicle via bluetooth. The customer may complain of the following issues: when receiving two incoming calls simultaneously, both calls are ended automatically. Itunes radio app does not play via bluetooth audio. Podcast and audiobook…
• 10134454Aug 24, 2015Transmission and drivetrain. TechTip: Condition - The vehicle may be difficult to start or have an abnormally low or rough idle after the battery has been disconnected or power to the Engine ECM has been interrupted.
• 10132529Aug 24, 2015Electrical system, Engine. TechTip: Condition - The vehicle may be difficult to start or have an abnormally low or rough idle after the battery has been disconnected or power to the Engine ECM has been interrupted.
• 10111416Jul 23, 2015Equipment. TSB: The Immobilizer and Smart Key Reset is a feature that allows the registration of new keys when all master keys are lost. Once the system is reset, all previously registered keys will be erased. Follow the procedures in this bulletin to reset a vehicle Immobilizer or Smart Key system. NOTE: There are new security provisions required to obtain a Reset Pass-Code. It is critical that the instructions for this new…
• 10111126Jul 23, 2015Equipment. TSB: The Immobilizer and Smart Key Reset is a feature that allows the registration of new keys when all master keys are lost. Once the system is reset, all previously registered keys will be erased. Follow the procedures in this bulletin to reset a vehicle Immobilizer or Smart Key system. NOTE: There are new security provisions required to obtain a Reset Pass-Code. It is critical that the instructions for this new…
• 10111564May 20, 2015Transmission and drivetrain, Equipment. TSB: Some 2004 - 2015 model year Tacoma, FJ Cruiser, and 4Runner vehicles may exhibit a cyclical grinding or groaning noise coming from the front differential in 2WD that goes away when operated in 4WD. This noise can be addressed by replacing the needle bearing on the left side of the front differential. Refer to the Repair Procedure for Needle Bearing Roller replacement instructions.
• 10111181May 20, 2015Transmission and drivetrain. TSB: Some 2004 - 2015 model year Tacoma, FJ Cruiser, and 4Runner vehicles may exhibit a cyclical grinding or groaning noise coming from the front differential in 2WD that goes away when operated in 4WD. This noise can be addressed by replacing the needle bearing on the left side of the front differential. Refer to the Repair Procedure for Needle Bearing Roller replacement instructions.
• 10111562May 13, 2015Equipment. TSB: 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.
• 10111179May 13, 2015Equipment. TSB: 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.
• 10111390Apr 10, 2015Electrical system. TSB: When servicing interior electrical switches and components, please note the precautions in this bulletin to avoid damaging electrical components and switches. Many lubricants, cleaners, and automotive chemicals contain silicone or other compounds that may contaminate electrical contacts, and therefore increase electrical resistance and decrease switch performance. The use of any cleaners or fluids may increase…
• 10111197Apr 10, 2015Electrical system, Equipment. TSB: When servicing interior electrical switches and components, please note the precautions in this bulletin to avoid damaging electrical components and switches. Many lubricants, cleaners, and automotive chemicals contain silicone or other compounds that may contaminate electrical contacts, and therefore increase electrical resistance and decrease switch performance. The use of any cleaners or fluids may increase…
• 10111388Apr 9, 2015Transmission and drivetrain. TSB: Some 2005 - 2013 model year Tacoma vehicles equipped with a 5-speed automatic transmission may exhibit a whine noise from the rear differential between 50 - 60 mph (80 - 97 km/h). Use the following Repair Procedure to address this condition. NOTE-This bulletin does NOT apply to Limited Slip Differential (LSD) or locking type rear differentials.
• 10111195Apr 9, 2015Transmission and drivetrain. TSB: Some 2005 - 2013 model year Tacoma vehicles equipped with a 5-speed automatic transmission may exhibit a whine noise from the rear differential between 50 - 60 mph (80 - 97 km/h). Use the following Repair Procedure to address this condition. NOTE-This bulletin does NOT apply to Limited Slip Differential (LSD) or locking type rear differentials.
• 10111375Apr 8, 2015Brakes, Seats, Equipment. DL: Safety Recall completion is important not only in satisfying government requirements but also as an integral part of our commitment to meet customer expectations of Toyota products. Toyota will be sending Safety Recall Follow-Up Notices to remind owners whose vehicles have not yet had recall campaign repairs completed. We request your dealer's assistance in completing the applicable recall campaign repairs as…
• 10111371Apr 8, 2015Equipment, Brakes, Seats. RL: Toyota will be sending Safety Recall Follow-Up Notices to remind owners whose vehicles have not yet had campaign repairs completed. Please note the following information for Regional and PD associates.
• 10111109Apr 8, 2015Brakes, Equipment, Seats. DL: Safety Recall completion is important not only in satisfying government requirements but also as an integral part of our commitment to meet customer expectations of Toyota products. Toyota will be sending Safety Recall Follow-Up Notices to remind owners whose vehicles have not yet had recall campaign repairs completed. We request your dealer's assistance in completing the applicable recall campaign repairs as…
• 10111105Apr 8, 2015Brakes, Seats, Equipment. RL: Toyota will be sending Safety Recall Follow-Up Notices to remind owners whose vehicles have not yet had campaign repairs completed. Please note the following information for Regional and PD associates.
• 10111366Feb 26, 2015Equipment. TT: Some customers may encounter Bluetooth® connectivity concerns such as: * Difficulty to pair the phone. * Intermittent Bluetooth® failure to connect to the vehicle when first turning on the vehicle. * Various Bluetooth® Audio functions are no longer functioning with customer's phone such as ability to change the track using the steering wheel controls. These concerns can be caused by changes made on the…

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