List of current ES350 TSIBs
#91
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SB date: 4 Feb 2009
Applicability: 2007 ES350 produced before JTHBJ46G#72178510 VIN
Issue: Squeaking noise from engine compartment when engine running
Repair: Add pulley cover plates (washers) behind both #2 idlers
Applicability: 2007 ES350 produced before JTHBJ46G#72178510 VIN
Issue: Squeaking noise from engine compartment when engine running
Repair: Add pulley cover plates (washers) behind both #2 idlers
#92
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SB date: 11 March 2009
Applicability: 2007, 2008, 2009 ES350, made before JTHBJ46G#82242436 VIN
Issue: Hear a rubbing noise from rear of vehicle, due to rocker panel molding protector coming loose
Repair: Secure the molding
Applicability: 2007, 2008, 2009 ES350, made before JTHBJ46G#82242436 VIN
Issue: Hear a rubbing noise from rear of vehicle, due to rocker panel molding protector coming loose
Repair: Secure the molding
#93
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SB date: 13 May 2008
Applicability: 2007, 2008 ES350 made before JTHBJ46G#82196161 VIN
Issue: Feel a thunk/jolt/shudder when lightly accelerating after transmission upshifts around the following speeds: 26 mph - 4th gear, 36 mph - 5th gear, 44 mph - 6th gear
Repair: Replace the torque converter (a component of the transmission)
Note: See also L-SB-0027-09
Applicability: 2007, 2008 ES350 made before JTHBJ46G#82196161 VIN
Issue: Feel a thunk/jolt/shudder when lightly accelerating after transmission upshifts around the following speeds: 26 mph - 4th gear, 36 mph - 5th gear, 44 mph - 6th gear
Repair: Replace the torque converter (a component of the transmission)
Note: See also L-SB-0027-09
#94
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SB date: 17 March 2009
Applicability: 2007 ES350
Issue: All the usual things this car's transmission is famous for: shift flare (slipping when upshifting causing engine to rev freely for a moment), harsh downshift on reacceleration, "jerk" feeling on reacceleration. It appears Toyota has redesigned the transmission & torque converter to fix this problem. Sadly, it seems dealer service department lackeys are trained to say these characteristics are "normal" or "could not be duplicated".
Repair: Replace the transmission (including the torque converter). Then, update the firmware.
Applicability: 2007 ES350
Issue: All the usual things this car's transmission is famous for: shift flare (slipping when upshifting causing engine to rev freely for a moment), harsh downshift on reacceleration, "jerk" feeling on reacceleration. It appears Toyota has redesigned the transmission & torque converter to fix this problem. Sadly, it seems dealer service department lackeys are trained to say these characteristics are "normal" or "could not be duplicated".
Repair: Replace the transmission (including the torque converter). Then, update the firmware.
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#95
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SB date: 19 Mar 2009
Applicability: 2007, 2008, 2009 ES350
Issue: Your $40K luxury sedan sounds like a diesel truck when idling. Engine cylinder cover area makes a ticking/clicking noise. The malfunction lamp on the dashboard may be illuminated.
Repair: Replace various VVT-i components (oil pressure actuated devices that adjust valve timing based on computer inputs). This is a complex repair that requires opening up the engine.
Applicability: 2007, 2008, 2009 ES350
Issue: Your $40K luxury sedan sounds like a diesel truck when idling. Engine cylinder cover area makes a ticking/clicking noise. The malfunction lamp on the dashboard may be illuminated.
Repair: Replace various VVT-i components (oil pressure actuated devices that adjust valve timing based on computer inputs). This is a complex repair that requires opening up the engine.
#96
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SB date: 24 March 2009
Applicability: 2007, 2008, 2009 ES350
Issue: Outgoing phone volume is too low or distorted
Repair: Reconfigure system to increase outgoing call volume
Note: Not a warranty issue; dealer may charge for this service
Applicability: 2007, 2008, 2009 ES350
Issue: Outgoing phone volume is too low or distorted
Repair: Reconfigure system to increase outgoing call volume
Note: Not a warranty issue; dealer may charge for this service
#97
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I have serious problem, I just get ES 350 2009 Ultra-Luxury, 10 spoke -wheels 215/55 R17, my car is not soft at all, I feel any smallest bump on the road.
When I took a drive test on ES-350 it was unbelievable soft driving. Now absolutely
different.
What do you think guys, may be because Ultra-luxury different suspension, wheels or something else.
When I took a drive test on ES-350 it was unbelievable soft driving. Now absolutely
different.
What do you think guys, may be because Ultra-luxury different suspension, wheels or something else.
#98
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I have serious problem, I just get ES 350 2009 Ultra-Luxury, 10 spoke -wheels 215/55 R17, my car is not soft at all, I feel any smallest bump on the road.
When I took a drive test on ES-350 it was unbelievable soft driving. Now absolutely
different.
What do you think guys, may be because Ultra-luxury different suspension, wheels or something else.
When I took a drive test on ES-350 it was unbelievable soft driving. Now absolutely
different.
What do you think guys, may be because Ultra-luxury different suspension, wheels or something else.
#100
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I am in a similar situation as that described by nkahovka. Just bought 2009 ES350.
The car is not soft at all, we feel any smallest bump on the road. When we took a drive test on ES-350 (at 3 different dealers) it was unbelievable soft driving. Now absolutely
different. I did adjust the tire pressure (it was at 40 PSI) to 30 PSI. Slightly better ride now - but nowhere near the ride experienced with the other cars at the 3 different dealers. Tires are Michelin MXV5.
Any suggestion? Have there been problems with the shocks?
Any suggestion are welcome.
AZ
The car is not soft at all, we feel any smallest bump on the road. When we took a drive test on ES-350 (at 3 different dealers) it was unbelievable soft driving. Now absolutely
different. I did adjust the tire pressure (it was at 40 PSI) to 30 PSI. Slightly better ride now - but nowhere near the ride experienced with the other cars at the 3 different dealers. Tires are Michelin MXV5.
Any suggestion? Have there been problems with the shocks?
Any suggestion are welcome.
AZ
#101
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Does anyone know any other website besides www.lexustsb.com which has the list of all the current TSIB ? I dont think it is very update.
For example, I can not find L-SB-0118-08 which is for the fix for the wind noise.
For example, I can not find L-SB-0118-08 which is for the fix for the wind noise.
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https://www.clublexus.com/forums/mai...-for-free.html
this is the website that I found the TSIBs. a member posting it recently in the maintenance section
this is the website that I found the TSIBs. a member posting it recently in the maintenance section
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there is an active voluntary recall for the 2007 ES350 for the variable valve timing oil hose 9LH:LSC 9LH. the expiration date for this is March 13, 2013. dealer should replace this free of charge.