2014 Toyota Tacoma Technical Service Bulletins

424 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2014 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.

• 10131930Feb 11, 2014Equipment. 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.
• 10131927Feb 4, 2014Engine. Starting with the 2010 Model Year, Toyota began a gradual transition to the use of synthetic 0w-20 viscosity engine oil. There are multiple benefits of this oil. Due to the improved performance and durability of 0w-20 synthetic oil, Toyota has extended the oil change intervals to 10,000 miles for most vehicle that require this oil.
• 10131898Feb 3, 2014Vehicle speed control, Suspension. Some 2005 ? 2014 model year Tacoma vehicles equipped with automatic transmission may exhibit a vibration felt in the seat, floorboard, and steering wheel between 15 ? 25 mph caused by a second order drivetrain vibration under acceleration. The following Repair Procedure may improve this condition.
• 10131951Jan 23, 2014Tires. 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.
• 10131950Jan 21, 2014Equipment. Some 2014 model year applicable vehicles equipped with Entune? (version 010169) / Entune? Plus (version 010171) / Entune? Premium (version 010185) Audio may exhibit one or more of the following conditions
• 10064892Jan 21, 2014Electrical system. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10061333Jan 21, 2014Electrical system. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10060673Jan 21, 2014Electrical system. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10131961Jan 14, 2014Air bags. Toyota vehicles are equipped with Supplemental Restraint Systems (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 pre-tensioner devices did not perform as expected (including an unintended deployment event), please follow the steps in the recommendations section below.
• 10131993Dec 19, 2013Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0185-13.
• 10131988Dec 19, 2013Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). The following procedures are recommended during routine maintenance or in the event of a customer concern for wiper performance.
• 10061645Dec 19, 2013Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10132007Dec 4, 2013Equipment. Some 14MY Toyota models equipped with a new multimedia system have 3 settings for voice recognition prompts depending on how much voice guidance the customer prefers to have.
• 10062072Dec 4, 2013Equipment. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10132055Nov 4, 2013Seats, Air bags, Equipment. Beginning in 1998, Toyota introduced side airbags as optional equipment. Toyota does NOT recommend replacement of original seat covers with non-Toyota leather or other seat cover materials on vehicles due to the following: Seat covers NOT recommended by Toyota may affect side airbag performance, in general or in part, during an accident. Modifications that negatively affect side airbag performance can result in…
• 10132135Oct 24, 2013Equipment, Electrical system. These concerns can be caused by changes made on the customer?s phone. Make sure to inquire with the customer if the connectivity concerns occurred after receiving an operating system update on their phone or they have restored their phone data/settings recently.
• 10062070Oct 24, 2013Equipment. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10132136Oct 23, 2013Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). The appearance of spots in tempered glass (when viewed at certain angles) is the result of the heat treating and quick quenching process during manufacturing.
• 10132134Oct 23, 2013Equipment. Some vehicles equipped with Display Audio may exhibit a condition where the touch screen is inoperative.
• 10062069Oct 23, 2013Equipment. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10132132Oct 7, 2013Electrical system. Some customers may experience difficulties using the voice command system. The new multimedia systems have new features to improve the voice command experience.
• 10075966Oct 7, 2013Electrical system, Equipment. Some customers may experience difficulties using the voice command system. The new multimedia systems have new features to improve the voice command experience .
• 10132137Oct 2, 2013Equipment, Engine cooling. If a customer states there is an unpleasant odor in the vehicle from the HVAC system, there are various factors that may be involved.
• 10132131Oct 2, 2013Engine. Due to the improved performance and durability of 0w-20 synthetic oil, Toyota has extended the oil change intervals to 10,000 miles for most vehicles that require this oil. With this change, the following should be noted
• 10132130Oct 2, 2013Equipment. Customer?s experiencing this condition can use a 3rd party podcast application on their iPhone (such as Pocket Casts or Instances) instead of the native Apple Podcast application.
• 10062066Oct 2, 2013Equipment. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10062065Oct 2, 2013Equipment. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10132084Oct 1, 2013Transmission and drivetrain. The purpose of this service bulletin is to provide precautions to follow when installing an automatic transmission/transaxle assembly to avoid MIL ?ON,? shifting issues, and/or transmission damage. Use the information in this bulletin when installing an automatic transmission/transaxle assembly
• 10132163Sep 27, 2013Equipment. iTunes Radio is a new feature for iPhone 4, 4S, 5, 5S, and 5C running iOS 7 or later. This feature does work with the in-vehicle audio system either via Bluetooth or by USB cable. Details on how to access this feature are described below.
• 10062063Sep 27, 2013Equipment. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10132161Sep 26, 2013Equipment. Customers using iPhone 4, 4S, 5, 5S, or 5C running iOS 7.0 or later now have the ability to make Facetime Audio calls (no video). When a customer is paired by Bluetooth Hands Free and they make a Facetime Audio call the vehicle radio will treat it as a typical Bluetooth phone call. Because Facetime works differently than a typical phone call, the in-vehicle experience may not meet the customer?s expectations.
• 10062062Sep 26, 2013Equipment. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10132157Sep 13, 2013Equipment. To receive satellite radio functions after the initial trial period has expired, the customer must enter into a contract with XM Satellite Radio Inc. After entering into a contract, registration of an 8-digit XM Radio ID is required. This 8-digit XM Radio ID is found by turning to channel ?0? of the satellite radio.
• 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.
• 10062058Sep 13, 2013Equipment. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 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.
• 10131981Sep 6, 2013Equipment. 2014 model year vehicles are equipped with driver?s side floor mat retaining clips to secure the floor mat in the correct position. In addition, some models may utilize retaining clips for passenger side and rear seat floor mats as well. Follow the appropriate installation procedure to attach the driver?s side, and if applicable, the passenger?s side and rear seat floor mats to the vehicle carpet using the floor…
• 10131978Sep 5, 2013Equipment. Customer retention and proper maintenance of vehicles has been a major focus for Toyota. To help remind customers that regular oil changes are essential to the proper maintenance of their vehicle, dealers are required to begin installing a first oil change reminder sticker prior to delivery. By doing this, customers will be reminded to return to your dealership for their first oil change. Your current oil change…
• 10131977Sep 5, 2013Equipment. 2014 Pre-Delivery Service Check Sheet
• 10075928Sep 5, 2013Equipment. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10061619Sep 5, 2013Equipment. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10062057Aug 27, 2013Equipment. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10132206Aug 13, 2013Equipment, Electrical system. A download and installation process is required to activate the Entune? suite of Apps & Data Services before they are used for the first time on new vehicles. The download and installation process may also need to be performed under other circumstances such as following a head unit replacement or after the customer?s personal settings are erased.
• 10061599Aug 13, 2013Equipment. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10062009Aug 2, 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.
• 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.

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