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*** This is a continuous problem from the earlier generation Tacoma's that still wasn't fixed with the new Tacoma Here is that Post and TSB. Please see T-SB-0062-21 Applicability: 2005-2018 Toyota Tacoma Introduction: Some 2005 – 2018 model year Tacoma vehicles may exhibit a condition where...

Please see Tech Tip T-TT-0661-21 APPLICABLE VEHICLES: 2018-2021 Toyota Tundra CONDITIION: Customer complaint of HVAC compressor “Bang” type noise upon initial compressor engagement when air conditioning has not been operated for an extended period (~24 hrs. or longer). The noise is caused by...

Car crashes take on different forms, from the minor annoyance of a fender-bender to the more critical kind that involves the attention of emergency services. But every once in a while there's a car crash so bizarre that you just have to figure out how it went down—this is one of those accidents...

If you run across a 2019 Toyota Highlander and the customer concern is that the rear air conditioning doesn't work, check the rear a/c lines underneath the vehicle (possibly covered by foam or under the splash shield) as a previous technician may have pinched the line when they lifted the vehicle.

Please see Special Service Campaign 20TC01 Condition: There is a possibility that moisture in the air may cause a filter in the vehicle emissions system to degrade. This degradation could cause damage to other parts of the vehicle emission system and illuminate the check engine light...

Please see T-SB-0015-21 Revision 1 (Please see this Post to determine VDS and WMI's) REVISION NOTICE May 27, 2022 Rev1: * Applicability has been updated to include 2022 model year Avalon, Camry, Corolla, Corolla Hatchback, Highlander, RAV4, and Tacoma vehicles. * Applicability has been...

Please see T-SB-0002-21 Revision 1 (Revision needed) Applicability: 2016-2017 Toyota Land Cruiser REVISION NOTICE August 10, 2021 Rev1: The Warranty Information section has been updated. Any previous printed versions of this bulletin should be discarded. Introduction: Some 2016 – 2017 model...

Please see T-SB-0127-20 Applicability: 2020 Highlander, Highlander Hybrid Introduction: Some 2020 model year Highlander and Highlander Hybrid vehicles may experience a sudden loss of air conditioning cooling with Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) B1423 (Open in Pressure Sensor Circuit/Abnormal...

If you run across a 2015 Toyota Sequoia and you find that the air conditioning auto climate controls are not responding (except Mode may work) the make you check to see if any of the buttons are stuck down. Also check the rear controls where the kiddos grubby fingers like to touch...

Please see Recall 20TA14 Check here to see if this Recall applies to your Toyota vehicle 2020 Toyota Highlander and Highlander Hybrid Potential Improper Deployment of Seat Mounted Side Air Bag On October 14, 2020 Toyota filed a Defect Information Report (DIR) with the National Highway...

Please see Recall 20TA05 Check here to see if this Recall applies to your Toyota vehicle 2011–2012 Toyota Corolla Incomplete or Nondeployment of Airbags and/or Seat Belt Pretensioners May Occur On January 17, 2020, Toyota filed a Defect Information Report (DIR) with the National Highway...

Please see Recall 20TA01 Check here to see if this Recall applies to your Toyota vehicle 1997-1998 Toyota Supra 1998-1999 Toyota Celica 1998-2000 Toyota RAV4 1998-1999 Toyota RAV4 EV Airbag May Not Deploy Properly or Airbag Inflator May Rupture On January 22, 2020, Toyota filed a Defect...

Please see Tech Tip T-TT-0468-17 APPLICABLE VEHICLES: 2007-2020 Toyota Models CONDITION: HVAC Drain tube is found to be blocked/clogged. RECOMMENDATIONS: Before the drain tube is cleared of the blockage, use a Borescope to look inside the drain tube to evaluate the cause of the blockage...

Please see T-SB-0093-20 Revision 2 (needed) Applicability: 2016 - 2021 Tacoma VDS(s): AZ5CN, BZ5DN, CZ5AN, DZ5BN, EZ5CN, FZ5DN, GZ5AN, HZ5BN, RZ5CN, SZ5AN (Please see this post to determine VDS) Engine(s): 2GR Transmission(s): 6AT REVISION NOTICE: August 17, 2021 Rev2: The Warranty...

Please see Tech Tip T-TT-0577-19 APPLICABLE VEHICLES: 2017-2020 Prius Prime 2016-2020 Prius CONDITION: On 2016-2020 model year Prius and 2017-2020 model year Prius Prime vehicles follow the recommendations when performing the HVAC odor maintenance service using A/C Power Foam Evaporator...

Please see Tech Tip T-TT-0586-19 APPLICABLE VEHICLES: 2019-2020 Corolla Hatchback CONDITION: On 2019-2020 model year Corolla Hatchback vehicles follow the recommendations when performing the HVAC odor maintenance service using A/C Power Foam Evaporator Cleaner & Refresher. RECOMMENDATIONS...

SUPERSESSION NOTICE: The information contained in this bulletin supersedes Service Bulletin No. T-SB-0142-13. Applicability has been updated to exclude 2016 – 2017 model year Prius vehicles. Service Bulletin No. T-SB-0142-13 is obsolete and any printed versions should be discarded. Some 2004...

SUPERSESSION NOTICE: The information contained in this bulletin supersedes Service Bulletin No. T-SB-0033-14 Revision 2 Applicability has been updated to include 2019 model year Toyota vehicles. Service Bulletin No. T-SB-0033-14 Revision 2 is obsolete and any printed versions should be...

If you run across a Toyota Highlander with a 2GR-FKS and have a code like P219E00, then go ahead and perform the cylinder compression test as well as the leak down test. These two tests may result in normal readings (compression 200psi, leakdown 2-5%) but we are seeing is that the intake valve...

Some 2018 model year C-HR vehicles may exhibit a condition where the HVAC system intermittently blows warm air from the vents with the A/C on. Follow the Repair Procedure in T-SB-0142-18 bulletin to address this condition. R & R Air Conditioner Tube and Accessory Assembly with updated part...