2018 Lexus LS Hybrid technical service bulletins
193 technical service bulletins and manufacturer communications cover the 2018 Lexus LS Hybrid, including one warranty extension.
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Although the Brake Booster and Brake Booster Pump Assembly are covered by Lexus’s New Vehicle Limited...
- Some 2018 – 2023 model year LC 500, and LC 500h, 2021 – 2023 model year LC 500c, 2018 – 2023 model year LS...
- Obsolete notice
- This bulletin includes basic procedures for performing a rescue charge at battery on high voltage (HV)...
- Obsolete notice
- Some 2018 – 2025 model year Lexus vehicles equipped with the Enform™ 2.0 Navigation System, require a...
- Condition in which a musty odor is present
- Some customers may experience operational difficulties with some telematics features which they cannot...
- The air conditioning dye injection tool kit has been developed to aid in identifying the location of air...
- To assist with the early detection and early resolution of audio related concerns you may be asked to...
- The Immobilizer and Smart Key Reset is a feature that allows the registration of new keys when all master...
- Paint stains after the removal of Rapgard™. The paint stains may appear to be under the clear coat but are...
- Some 2018 – 2025 model year Lexus vehicles equipped with the Enform™ 2.0 Navigation System, require a...
- Condition in which a musty odor is present
- Condition in which a musty smell is present
- Vehicles may occasionally be subjected to contamination by airborne iron particles shed from railroad...
- Lexus vehicles are currently protected with RapgardTM protective film designed to protect the horizontal...
- Acid rain results from rainwater or other airborne moisture that become acidic due to industrial chemical...
- The condition known as acid rain is caused by airborne chemicals or particles in the atmosphere, which mix...
- To prevent brake rotor rust from forming during transportation and storage, wheel film will be used...
- Knock/clunk noise from the rear of the vehicle when applying the brakes while driving forward and/or in...
- Hybrid system warning lamp occurring in below-freezing temperatures (below 32°F or 0°C). After performing...
- DL: On December 20, 2022, a settlement of claims for certain low pressure fuel pumps was approved by the...
- Obsolete notice
- Some 2018 ? 2022 model year Lexus vehicles equipped with the Enform? 2.0 Navigation System, require a...
- Condition where the rear combination lamp front corner on the right and/or left-hand side expands and...
- Knock/clunk noise from the rear of the vehicle when applying the brakes while driving forward and/or in...
- This bulletin includes basic procedures for performing a rescue charge at battery on high voltage (HV)...
- TT: To improve guest support of telematics connected services features, additional resources have been...
- Lexus Safety Recall and Service Campaign
- One or more of the following HVAC conditions: ?Uneven temperature or air flow between the vents
- Condition in which a musty smell is present
- This Service Bulletin includes guidelines meant to help determine whether to repair or replace a wire...
- One or more of the following conditions: ?Apple CarPlay® intermittently inoperative
- POL: This consolidated Tire Warranty Guide contains the complete warranty terms for all brands of ground...
- Some 2018 ? 2020 model year Lexus vehicles equipped with the Enform? 2.0 Navigation System require a...
- TT: To assist with the early detection and early resolution of audio related concerns, it may be requested...
- Tt: note
- Condition where the HVAC evaporator drain hose has become obstructed with an insect nest
- Obsolete notice
- Pol: updates to the 2014-2021 lexus universal flat rate manual
- Lexus Safety Recall and Service Campaign
- TT: Some customers may encounter Bluetooth® connectivity concerns such as: ?Difficulty to pair the phone
- TT: Some vehicles equipped with Dynamic Navigation may experience a pop-up message notifying them that...
- ?spring? noise upon release of the accelerator pedal
- Faq: special service campaign 20LC02
- Obsolete notice
- This bulletin includes basic procedures for performing an at battery rescue charge on high voltage (HV)...
- TT: HVAC drain tube is found to blocked/clogged.
- Tt: note
- This Service Bulletin provides updated non-electric water pump leak inspection and diagnostic tips for...
- One or more of the following conditions: ?The analog clock shows one hour ahead, then immediately adjusts...
- TT: Panasonic exchange Multimedia Extension Unit (MEU) and Display Control Unit (DCU) parts are shipped...
- Vehicles may display evidence of a fluid leak or fluid seep from powertrain components
- Some 2006
- Excessive buildup of dust, lint, or debris in the HV battery cooling fan or intake filter
- Squawk/knock noise from the engine compartment when depressing and/or releasing the brake pedal at...
- TT: The new DCA-8000 Diagnostic Charger may
- Supersession notice
- The Immobilizer and Smart Key Reset is a feature that allows the registration of new keys when all master...
- Safety Recall and Service Campaign
- TT: After performing a battery test using the DCA-8000 battery diagnostic charger and the battery health...
- Supersession notice
- Obsolete notice
- TT: Some vehicles equipped with Dynamic Navigation may experience a pop-up message notifying them that...
- TT: In certain cases of leaking air conditioning systems, the root
- Odors that naturally occur from the HVAC system and/or related environmental factors
- February 06, 2020:
- Dealer Daily Message: In an effort to assist dealers in performing campaign 19LC05 on a customer?s first...
- Revision notice
- TT: Some customers may encounter Bluetooth® connectivity concerns such as: ? Difficulty to pair the phone
- Technical Instructions: TECHNICAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR SPECIAL SERVICE CAMPAIGN JLH INTELLIGENT CLEARANCE...
- TT: Panasonic exchange Multimedia Extension Unit (MEU) and Display Control Unit (DCU) parts are now being...
- Odors that naturally occur from the HVAC system and/or related environmental factors
- Revision notice
- TT: The new 12V Battery Warranty Testers (DSS-5000 & DCA-8000) require certain information to generate a...
- Revision notice
- Revision notice
- Revision notice
- Squeak noise from the rear suspension
- TT: While performing the retrofit TSB, and creating the USB stick, it is critical that all files that are...
- Some 2011 ? 2019 model year Lexus vehicles (including RX350HL, RX450HL, LS460L, and LS600HL) with super...
- Lexus navigation is now available with additional features such as Apple CarPlay® and Amazon Alexa? for...
- Some 2018 ? 2019 model year Lexus vehicles equipped with the Enform? 2.0 Navigation System require a...
- Dealer Daily Message: UPDATED Dealer Letter Available on TIS Certain 2018 Model Year LS 500 and LS 500h...
- Region Email: The involved vehicles are equipped with Intelligent Clearance Sonar (ICS). Due to improper...
- Dealer Packet: April 16, 2019 ? UIO quantities and production ranges have been updated to reflect added...
- Uneven ride height appearance (lean) after parked on an uneven road surface
- Technical Instructions
- Paint stains after the removal of Rapgard?. The paint stains may appear to be under the clear coat but are...
- Revision notice
- TT: This bulletin is regarding best practices when handling navigation systems that use Hard Disc Drive or...
- This bulletin details the supplemental procedure to confirm Telematics Data Communication Module (DCM)...
- Condition where the rear combination lamp front corner on the right and/or left-hand side expands and...
- Some 2018
- Shudder/bump feeling during 3rd ? 4th gear shift at approximately 40 ? 60 mph
- EPB malfunction warning message with DTC C13A8 (electric parking brake [EPB] actuator) present
- Obsolete notice
- Supersession notice
- TT: When adjusting the Forward Recognition Camera on vehicles with Lexus Safety Sense, it can be difficult...
- During the manufacturing process, tires are mounted on the vehicle as matched sets to help reduce...
- Supersession notice
- Obsolete notice
- Obsolete notice
- Revision notice
- Revision notice
- Obsolete notice
- Revision notice
- TT: In some cases, customers may report the engine coolant temperature gauge on the combination meter...
- Dealer Packet: 11/26/2018 ? Owner notification section has been updated
- Dealer Daily Message: In our continuing effort to encourage increased customer participation in Special...
- Revision notice
- Revision notice
- Dealer Email: The involved vehicles are equipped with Intelligent Clearance Sonar (ICS). Due to improper...
- Dealer Package: The involved vehicles are equipped with Intelligent Clearance Sonar (ICS). Due to improper...
- Dealer Daily Message: Intelligent Clearance Sonar (ICS) System Reprogram
- One or both of the following transmission-related conditions: ? R to D shift delay when vehicle is cold ?...
- Condition where there is a noticeable seat heater temperature difference between the driver and/or...
- Revision notice
- TT: Vehicle control apps might not operate as expected at times due to preconditions (normal operating...
- TT: When used in conjunction with the Repair Manual, these Blind Spot Monitor, Forward Recognition Camera,...
- Warning message either under the speedometer (?Engine Oil Level Low Add or Replace?) or on the Navigation...
- Air leak in the shock absorber seal when sitting stationary for long periods of time
- Revision notice
- Revision notice
- Revision notice
- Revision notice
- Decreased front windshield defroster performance at extremely low ambient temperatures
- Condition where water enters the door lock bezel
- Revision notice
- Revision notice
- Revision notice
- Revision notice
- Revision notice
- Diagnosis of bluetooth connectivity complaints.
- To minimize battery discharge during transportation and storage, the D/C cut fuses (30A) have been removed...
- TT: Techstream cannot perform a DCM (Telematics ECU) Activation following a DCM replacement
- TT: This bulletin is regarding best practices when handling navigation systems that use Hard Disc Drive or...
- TT: Some 2018 model year LC and LS models have been found with a bent front height adjustment sensor bracket
- Supersession notice
- Revision notice
- Condition in which a rattle noise occurs near the rear top mount center stop lamp area during operation
- Supersession notice
- TT: Some LC models have been found with a bent front height adjustment sensor bracket
- Revision notice
- TT: After the DCM (Data Communication Module) has been replaced, Lexus Enform Remote is unable to remote...
- Revision notice
- TT: The Repair Manual Specification for Front Camber is incorrect
- When the DCC fuses are removed or the battery terminal is disconnected, the power source to the power seat...
- TT: During previous air conditioning service, leakage prevention agent (A/C stop leak) may have been added...
- TT: Rev1 iPhone text messages do not appear on multimedia display.
- This bulletin is regarding the Diagnosis of Bluetooth Connectivity Complaints: Some customers may...
- Long-term or off-site storage requires special care to keep vehicles factory fresh and ready for delivery
- The front wheel opening extension pad set (right and left front wheel opening extension pads and...
- TT: This bulletin is regarding best practices when handling navigation systems that use Hard Disc Drive or...
- A battery in a stored vehicle is subject to conditions that can reduce its performance and life
- Hybrid vehicles are equipped with 2 types of batteries: Hybrid Vehicle (HV) battery 12-volt auxiliary...
- 2018 model year vehicles are equipped with driver?s side floor mat retaining clips to secure the floor mat...
- 2018 model year Lexus vehicles are equipped with factory installed XM Satellite Radio, including a 90-day...
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