2012 Toyota Tacoma Technical Service Bulletins

464 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2012 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.

• 10062048May 14, 2013Equipment. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10132291Apr 29, 2013Equipment. Toyota models equipped with the Display Audio Navigation System require a Special Service Tool (SST) USB drive to update the map, points of interest, Gracenote, and system software. The SST is used with all the vehicles to deliver the update, however a unique Activation Number is required for each vehicle.
• 10132289Apr 26, 2013Back-over prevention (rear camera), Transmission and drivetrain. 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.
• 10052154Apr 26, 2013Transmission and drivetrain. Toyota: on some vehicles, with 5 speed automatic transmission, can hear a whinnying noise coming from the rear differential. Model 2005-2013 tacoma.
• 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.
• 10133797Mar 26, 2013Equipment. This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0051-13.
• 10133795Mar 26, 2013Equipment. 2012-2013 model year vehicles equipped with a Display Audio Navigation System and Entune (version less than 2.2.0) may exhibit one or more of the following conditions.
• 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.
• 10133787Mar 15, 2013Suspension. 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 the condition.
• 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.
• 10133839Feb 26, 2013Equipment. Some 2010 ? 2012 model year Tacoma vehicles with Access Cab may exhibit audio distortion, particularly with music containing heavy bass, at higher volume levels, or with Fade set to Rear. An updated radio assembly is now available to address this condition.
• 10061553Feb 26, 2013Equipment. 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.
• 10133854Feb 11, 2013Electrical system. Abnormal noise (audio distortion) may occur on some 2010-2012 MY Tacoma trucks.
• 10062032Feb 11, 2013Equipment. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10133867Feb 7, 2013Equipment. SSTs are key elements to provide your customers with swift and accurate repairs resulting in superior customer satisfaction.
• 10133824Feb 1, 2013Transmission and drivetrain. Some 4WD 2005 ? 2012 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 propeller shaft (driveshaft) to reduce this condition. Follow the Repair Procedure in this bulletin to improve this condition.
• 10061331Feb 1, 2013Transmission and drivetrain. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10060844Feb 1, 2013Transmission and drivetrain. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 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.
• 10133894Jan 16, 2013Equipment. Three NEW application have been developed to enhance the Entune experience in vehicles equipped with the Display Audio Navigation System with Entune. All customers with these vehicles have been shipped instructions on this update along with a USB drive to install the new applications. In the event that a customer requests the install be performed by a technician, follow the procedures in this bulletin to perform…
• 10133893Jan 16, 2013Electrical system. Use the following procedures to check and/or update the software version of Entune/Navigation for Non-HDD Type Units.
• 10133892Jan 16, 2013Equipment. Vehicles equipped with a Display Audio Navigation System and Entune (version less than 2.1.0) may exhibit one or more of the following conditions.
• 10133882Jan 8, 2013Electrical system. Toyota models equipped with the display Audio HDD Navigation System Require a Special Service Tool (SST) USB drive to update the map, points of interest, Gracenote, and system software. The SST is used with all vehicles to deliver the update, however a unique Activation Number is required for each vehicle. Activation numbers are provided in an ACN pamphlet available through the normal parts ordering system.
• 10060834Jan 8, 2013Equipment. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 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.
• 10051865Jan 3, 2013Air bags, Seat belts. Toyota: in a collision, to help reduce injuries, with seat belt pre=tensioners and supplemental restraint systems (srs), its possible that the devices may or may not perform as expected with unintended deployment. Model years 1990-2013. Models various models.
• 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.
• 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, 2012Steering, Suspension. 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.
• 10133962Dec 7, 2012Engine. Starting with the 2010 MY, Toyota began a gradual transition to the use of synthetic 0w-20 viscosity engine oil.
• 10133933Dec 6, 2012Brakes. When coming to a stop, some 2011 ? 2012 model year Tacoma vehicles may exhibit a squeak/squeal noise from the rear brake drum at the end of the stop. Revised rear brake shoes and drums are now available to address this condition.
• 10061667Dec 6, 2012Brakes. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10062011Nov 7, 2012Equipment. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10134020Oct 11, 2012Electrical system. Customers who purchase new or replacement iPhones running iOS 6 may find that Toyota a Entune application will not launch on the iPhone. The issue can occur when the customer restores/transfers their apps, contacts, etc.
• 10062023Oct 11, 2012Equipment. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 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.

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