2018 Lexus LS500 technical service bulletins
112 technical service bulletins and manufacturer communications cover the 2018 Lexus LS500.
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Hard start and/or MIL ON condition with one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs): ?DTC...
- 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...
- 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: When used in conjunction with the Repair Manual, these Blind Spot Monitor, Forward Recognition Camera,...
- 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 vehicles equipped with Dynamic Navigation may experience a pop-up message notifying them that...
- ?spring? noise upon release of the accelerator pedal
- Obsolete notice
- 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: The Lexus Quality group is looking to better understand our customers expectation regarding vehicle...
- Vehicles may display evidence of a fluid leak or fluid seep from powertrain components
- 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
- TT: Repairing a 1234YF HVAC system on gas powered (non-hybrid) Lexus vehicle may require additional...
- One or more of the following transmission-related conditions: ?R to D shift delay when the vehicle is cold
- 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
- 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: When repairing a 1234YF HVAC system on a gas powered (Non-Hybrid) Lexus and the addition of compressor...
- TT: The new 12V Battery Warranty Testers (DSS-5000 & DCA-8000) require certain information to generate a...
- Revision notice
- Revision notice
- 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...
- 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...
- 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...
- TT: The current engine active test Control the Injection Mode? is not operating as desired when...
- Some 2018
- Dealer Packet: The engine ECU (electronic control unit) in the subject vehicles has improper programming...
- Dealer Daily Message: Special Service Campaign (SSC) JLE Dealer Letter, Q&A, and Technical Instructions...
- Technical Instructions: TECHNICAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR SPECIAL SERVICE CAMPAIGN JLE ENGINE ECU SOFTWARE UPDATE...
- 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
- Dealer Packet: 11/26/2018 ? Owner notification section has been updated
- All 2018 model year LS500 F Sport vehicles are equipped with high-friction brake pads, specifically...
- 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
- Revision notice
- Revision notice
- Revision notice
- MIL ?ON? condition with Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) P050B00 (Cold Start Ignition Timing Performance)
- 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: Some 2018 model year LC and LS models have been found with a bent front height adjustment sensor bracket
- Supersession notice
- TT: During previous air conditioning service, leakage prevention agent (A/C stop leak) may have been added...
- Long-term or off-site storage requires special care to keep vehicles factory fresh and ready for delivery
- A battery in a stored vehicle is subject to conditions that can reduce its performance and life
- 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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