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  1. Lewis

    Technician test drives and customer recording

    If you have to take a test drive in newer model Toyota vehicles, it would be beneficial for you to perform a Health Check and leave the vehicle in "Service Mode". This can prevent overly sensitive customers from expressing concerns about how you drive their vehicle. Just a FYI and if you know...
  2. OishiiJPN

    DPR Medallion from Toyota Plant

    This is what you get when you do a DPR that goes all the way to the plant. What is a Dealer Product Report (DPR)?
  3. MG

    2022 Toyota Tundra Coil Spring and Shock Servicing Tech Tip T-TT-0689-22

    Please see Tech Tip T-TT-0689-22 (Link needed) APPLICABLE VEHICLES: 2022 Toyota Tundra CONDITION: For 2022 Tundra, the front coil spring rates are higher than the previous generation model. Special care must be taken when disassembling and reassembling the front spring and shock assemblies...
  4. OishiiJPN

    2023 bZ4X Pre-Delivery Service (PDS) T-SB-0043-22

    Please see T-SB-0043-22 Applicability: 2023 bZ4X Introduction: Pre-Delivery Service (PDS) is a critical step in satisfying our new car customers. Customer feedback indicates the following areas deserve special attention when performing PDS: * Careful inspection for paint chips/scratches and...
  5. MG

    2022 Toyota Tundra and Hybrid - FAQ and Launch InformationT-TT-0683-22

    Please see Tech Tip T-TT-0683-22 APPLICABLE VEHICLES; 2022 Toyota Tundra 2022 Tundra Hybrid CONDITION: Background- The 2022MY Tundra and upcoming Tundra HV vehicles are equipped with a new generation of audio system, this system uses an entirely new UI (user Interface) and hardware. Items to...
  6. MG

    What Are The Pros And Cons Of Tesla’s Dealer Service Model?

  7. MG

    2021 Toyota Supra Vehicles Improper Programing in a 12V Battery Management System SPECIAL SERVICE CAMPAIGN 21TC02

    Please see SPECIAL SERVICE CAMPAIGN (SSC) 21TC02 APPLICABLE VEHICLES: 2021 Toyota Supra Production Period Early July 2020 – mid-November 2020 Condition: Due to a software error in the battery management system of the 12V battery located under the vehicle’s hood, the engine auto Stop/Start...
  8. MG

    2022 Toyota Tundra Pre-Delivery Service (PDS) T-SB-0090-21

    Please see T-SB-0090-21 Applicability: 2022 Toyota Tundra Introduction: Pre-Delivery Service (PDS) is a critical step in satisfying our new car customers. Customer feedback indicates the following areas deserve special attention when performing PDS: * Careful inspection for paint...
  9. Lewis

    Toyota owners have to pay $8 per month starting three years from now...

    Ok, that was some minor clickbait so... please read on more..... Automakers keep trying to get a piece of that sweet, sweet subscription income. Now, it’s Toyota’s turn. Nearly every car company offers some sort of subscription package, and Toyota has one called Remote Connect. The service...
  10. MG

    Toyota Made Its Key Fob Remote Start Into a Subscription Service [Updated]

    Remember when BMW wanted to charge drivers to use Apple CarPlay? How about the subscription required for the Mercedes EQS's rear-wheel steering functionality in Europe? It turns out that luxury marques aren't the only ones looking to cash in on that sweet, sweet software as a service cash...
  11. OishiiJPN

    2020-2021 Model Year Highlander Programming Adjustment for Low Fuel Light Special Service Campaign SSC 21TC05

    Please see SSC 21TC05 APPLICABLE VEHICLES: 2020-2021 Highlander (Non Hybrid ONLY) Condition: In the involved vehicles, the fuel gauge needle and the “distance to empty” estimated in the vehicle display accurately indicate the approximate amount of remaining fuel in the fuel tank. However...
  12. OishiiJPN

    What's it like to be a Toyota Line Technician?

    I just wanted to piggyback off this thread here and also update the information as to what its like working at a Toyota Dealer. The contributors to this forum all have experience working on Toyota vehicles and even working for Toyota or one of its business partners. I can personally tell you...
  13. OishiiJPN

    2012-2019 Toyota Sequoia Potentially Incorrect Toyota Genuine Carpet Floor Mats LSC 20TD01

    Please see Limited Service Campaign (LSC) 20TD01 2012-2019 Toyota Sequoia Potentially Incorrect Toyota Genuine Carpet Floor Mats Condition: There is a possibility that some of the involved 2012-2019 Sequoias received a Toyota Genuine carpet floor mat set that is designed for different model...
  14. OishiiJPN

    2019 Toyota Yaris Sedan Engine Control Module Reprogram Special Service Campaign 20TC03

    Please see Special Service Campaign 20TC03 2019 Model Year Yaris Sedan Engine Control Module Reprogram Condition: The engine control module in the involved vehicles inadvertently contains software intended for vehicles with a different engine configuration. As a result, the engine control...
  15. MG

    How to service rear brakes on Toyota's with the automatic parking brake

    You can either read the procedure below or watch the video (starting at the 1:42 mark)....
  16. Dread Pirate Roberts

    Toyota Master Tech vs Service Writer-- 300

  17. OishiiJPN

    Toyota Techs after a long week at the Toyota Dealer

  18. MG

    Multiple Models and Model Years Coverage for Safety Connect System – LIMITED SERVICE CAMPAIGN K0P

    For the latest and more comprehensive Toyota Program, please see CUSTOMER SUPPORT PROGRAM 19TE12 LIMITED SERVICE CAMPAIGN K0P LETTER Multiple Models and Model Years Safety Connect System – Vehicle Location Inaccurate 2013 – 2019 4Runner 2013 – 2017 Land Cruiser 2016 – 2017 Mirai 2013 –...
  19. MG

    2017–2019 Toyota Highlander HV Oil Cooler Pipe Special Service Campaign SSC 19TC04

    Special Service Campaign SSC 19TC04 Letter Condition: The involved vehicles are equipped with an engine oil cooling system. The oil cooling system could experience a small leak due to a manufacturing issue. If a vehicle is continuously operated with this condition, it may result in abnormal...
  20. MG

    2011-2017 Toyota Tacoma Frame Corrosion Resistant Compound (CRC) Application LIMITED SERVICE CAMPAIGN K0D

    LIMITED SERVICE CAMPAIGN K0D (Remedy Notice) Condition: Toyota has received reports regarding frame corrosion perforation on 2011 – 2017 model year Tacoma vehicles. In these reports, customers have indicated that vehicles operated in specific cold climate areas with high road salt usage may...
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