2021

If you run across a 2020 Toyota Tacoma and it has a rotational scrapping noise when the clutch is engaged, you may want to measure the crankshaft end play or remove the oil pan and retrieve the thrust washer.

If you run accross a P0171 code on a Toyota vehicle, check and see if an aftermarket airbox has been installed. They may be the cause and can exhibit some visual differences like the one below which is missing the carbon filter.

Please see T-SB-0045-23 Introduction: Some 2019 – 2023 model year Tacoma Double Cab vehicles may exhibit a whine noise from the rear of the vehicle. This condition may occur while driving around 50 mph (80 kph) at constant speed, slight acceleration, or slight deceleration. This condition may...

Please see T-SB-0033-23 Introduction: Some 2020 – 2023 model year Highlander Hybrid and 2021 – 2023 model year RAV4 Hybrid, RAV4 Prime, Sienna Hybrid, and Venza Hybrid vehicles may exhibit a MIL ON condition with one or both of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) present: P24517F –...

Please see T-SB-0049-21 Revision 1 Introduction: Some 2020 – 2022 Highlander and Highlander Hybrid and 2021 – 2022 Sienna Hybrid vehicles may exhibit a MIL ON condition with Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) P0087 (Fuel Rail/System Pressure – Too Low) and/or P107A2A (Fuel Rail Pressure Sensor...

2021 Toyota Highlander 2GR. Will lock immediately with the smart key when pressing lock. When pressing unlock it takes 2-3 seconds for it to unlock. Interestingly has a code in the main body ecu - B1249 double locking ecu communication stop. The fix to clarify - the initialize in Main Body ecu...

Please see Limited Service Campaign (LSC) 22TD04 (Link Needed) 2021 Toyota Sienna and Venza Models Accessory Dash Camera Firmware Reprogram LIMITED SERVICE CAMPAIGN 22TD04 Condition: A Toyota Genuine Accessory Dash Camera was installed in the involved vehicles. If the Micro SD Card used in the...

Please see TechTip T-TT-0701-22 APPLICABLE VEHICLES: 2017-2022 Prius Prime CONDITION: Mil On. DTC P0AFB11 (Hybrid/EV Battery Current Sensor "A" Circuit Short to Ground), P0ABF15 (Hybrid/EV Battery Current Sensor "A" Circuit Short to Auxiliary Battery or Open), P0ABF28 (Hybrid/EV Battery...

Please see Tech Tip T-TT-0699-22 CONDITION: Some Model Year 2018-2021 vehicles equipped with A25A-FKS/FXS or M20A-FKS/FXS engines may display the following message “Engine Maintenance Required Visit Your Dealer” on the combination meter. RECOMMENDATIONS 1. If this message is displayed...

Please see T-SB-0058-22 Introduction: Some 2019 – 2022 model year RAV4 vehicles may exhibit a MIL ON condition with one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) present: * P0087/P008700: Fuel Rail/System Pressure – Too Low * P107A2A: Fuel Rail Pressure Sensor (Low) Signal...

If you have one of these codes (P219C00, P219D00, P219E00, P219F00) on the 2020-2022 Toyota Camry, first correspond the code to which cylinder and take a quick look at the spark plugs. The affected cylinders spark plugs tip may look darker (fuel fouled) due to the Direct Injector leaking and...

Please see T-TT-0698-22 (link needed) CONDITION: Some 17-22MY Highlander and 17-20MY Sienna vehicles may experience a MIL ON condition with DTC(s) P042000, and/or P043000. This issue could involve deteriorated catalyst material from the bank 1 or bank 2 catalytic converter. Please see table...

Please see T-SB-0056-22 (link needed) Introduction: Some 2021 model year RAV4 Prime vehicles may exhibit a depleted 12V auxiliary battery when in IG-OFF due to a condition in which the Hybrid Vehicle Electronic Control Unit (HV ECU) does not sleep. The HV ECU may not sleep if any of the...

We are starting to see the same low power brake pedal on the 2019-2021 Toyota Corolla's as we did on the Camry's... 2018-2021 Toyota Camry Vacuum Pump Failure and Replacement

If you have experienced this condition, the most likely cause is the drivers side front transmission mount. Watch it carefully for movement.

Please see Tech Tip T-TT-0697-22 (Link Needed) CONDITION: MIL ON with DTC(s) present for Hybrid/EV Battery Cooling Fan Circuit. RECOMMENDATIONS: If liquid is spilled in or around the center console area, the Hybrid/EV Battery Cooling Fan Circuit may become shorted. Check for DTC’s and...

Please see Limited Service Campaign (LSC) 22TD02 (Link Needed) Condition: A seam near the fuel inlet may not have been properly sealed during manufacturing. This can allow water to leak into the interior area of the vehicle, behind the third-row seat, when the vehicle is exposed to wet...

Please see Special Service Campaign (SSC) 22TC04 (Link Needed) 2021 Model Year Mirai Software Update for the EV Control Computer Condition: Due to improper programming in the EV Control Computer, under certain conditions, the vehicle may not start. A warning message will be displayed in the...

Please see T-SB-0050-22 (Link Needed) Introduction: Some 2021 – 2022 model year RAV4 Prime vehicles may exhibit a MIL ON condition with Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) P060694 (SAE code P0606) (Control Module Processor Unexpected Operation) present. The Hybrid Vehicle Control Computer logic has...

Please see T-SB-0048-22 Introduction: Some 2020 - 2022 model year Highlander ( except XSE models) and Highlander Hybrid vehicles may exhibit an abnormal whistle noise from the front when driving over 35 mph. This may be caused by the radiator grille bracket. A new radiator grille bracket...