2012 Toyota CAMRY Manufacturer communications & TSBs.Page 5
Original record summaries, dates and identifiers for this model-year. Records 401–500 of 553, ordered newest first. Dated records on this page: Feb 25, 2013–Dec 23, 2013.
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Dec 23, 2013Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
T-TT-0277-13
NHTSA communication ID: 10131958
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VSC MIL ?ON? with DTC C1433. Steering angle value in ABS/TRAC ECU is -1044 degrees or 1044 degrees and does not change as steering wheel is turned.
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Some 2012 ? 2013 model year North American produced (NAP) Camry and Camry HV vehicles may exhibit a knocking, popping, ticking, or snapping noise from the moon roof area while driving. The repair procedure included in this bulletin has been developed to address this condition.
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Some 2012 ? 2013 model year Camry vehicles may exhibit a condition where ABS brake actuator pump motor noise is heard from the engine compartment with Brake, ABS and/or TRAC warning lamp(s) illuminated and Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) C1431 stored. This condition may be caused by a poor ground on the left fender side panel bracket after a collision repair. This may occur during body shop repairs or other repairs where the left side fender bracket grounds were left loose, not properly attached using the correct bolts, or improperly painted.
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TOYOTA: THE ABS ACTUATOR BRAKE PUMP MOTOR NOISE CAN BE HEARD COMING FROM ENGINE COMPARTMENT, WITH BRAKE, ABS AND/OR TRAC WARNING LAMP(S) ILLUMINATED AND IS CAUSED BY POOR GROUND ON LEFT FENDER SIDE PANEL BRACKET AFTER COLLISION REPAIR. MODEL 2012-2013 CAMRY. *PE
Source components: SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK:ABS WARNING LIGHT · SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:ABS WARNING LIGHT.
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Applicability has been updated to include 2014 model year Avalon, Avalon HV, Camry, Camry HV, Prius, Prius C, Prius PHV, Prius V, Venza vehicles. Vehicle equipped with a Display Audio Navigation System and Entune (version less than 2.1.0) may exhibit one or more of the following conditions. Vehicle orientation slow to update after vehicle start up. Five Bing results are not all displayed on the map.
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Beginning in 1998, Toyota introduced side airbags as optional equipment. Toyota does NOT recommend replacement of original seat covers with non-Toyota leather or other seat cover materials on vehicles due to the following: Seat covers NOT recommended by Toyota may affect side airbag performance, in general or in part, during an accident. Modifications that negatively affect side airbag performance can result in severe occupant injuries. Seat covers are an integral part of this safety system. Replacing fabric seat covers with non-Toyota leather or other seat cover materials may compromise the effectiveness of this safety system. The design of the seat is complex, integrating safety and strength with comfort and luxury. Toyota strongly discourages modifying original equipment seats that have optional side airbags. Additionally, Toyota strongly advises against the installation or use of aftermarket seat covers, which could impair the performance of the side airbags in the event of an accident.
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These concerns can be caused by changes made on the customer?s phone. Make sure to inquire with the customer if the connectivity concerns occurred after receiving an operating system update on their phone or they have restored their phone data/settings recently.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL.
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Immediately following a cold soak startup, some 2009 ? 2013 model year vehicles equipped with 1AR-FE or 2AR-FE engines may exhibit a brief knock/rattle noise from the engine compartment for approximately one second. Follow the repair procedure below to address this condition.
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The appearance of spots in tempered glass (when viewed at certain angles) is the result of the heat treating and quick quenching process during manufacturing.
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Toyota models equipped with the Premium HDD Navigation (AVN/AW-EMV) System will periodically require an update to the Gracenote® Database. Gracenote® includes detailed information for songs (i.e., Genre, Artist, Song Title, Album Name, etc.). The Gracenote® update will be included on the ?USB Drive Navigation Map Update? SST. A Gracenote® update must be performed before a Navigation Map Update. A Navigation Map Update is not required to complete the Gracenote® update. Use the process described in this bulletin to perform the update.
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Due to the improved performance and durability of 0w-20 synthetic oil, Toyota has extended the oil change intervals to 10,000 miles for most vehicles that require this oil. With this change, the following should be noted
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Customer?s experiencing this condition can use a 3rd party podcast application on their iPhone (such as Pocket Casts or Instances) instead of the native Apple Podcast application.
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Some 2012 model year North American produced (NAP) Camry and Camry HV vehicles may exhibit a knocking, popping, ticking, or snapping noise from the moon roof area while driving. The repair procedure included in this bulletin has been developed to address this condition.
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The purpose of this service bulletin is to provide precautions to follow when installing an automatic transmission/transaxle assembly to avoid MIL ?ON,? shifting issues, and/or transmission damage. Use the information in this bulletin when installing an automatic transmission/transaxle assembly
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iTunes Radio is a new feature for iPhone 4, 4S, 5, 5S, and 5C running iOS 7 or later. This feature does work with the in-vehicle audio system either via Bluetooth or by USB cable. Details on how to access this feature are described below.
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Customers using iPhone 4, 4S, 5, 5S, or 5C running iOS 7.0 or later now have the ability to make Facetime Audio calls (no video). When a customer is paired by Bluetooth Hands Free and they make a Facetime Audio call the vehicle radio will treat it as a typical Bluetooth phone call. Because Facetime works differently than a typical phone call, the in-vehicle experience may not meet the customer?s expectations.
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Some users may experience no sound from the Pandora or iHeartRadio Entune Applications after attaching the iPhone USB cable to the multimedia system. This can also occur if the user chooses the iPod selection on the multimedia system and then attempts to return to Pandora or iHeartRadio Entune Applications. This condition occurs with iPhones running iOS 6.0 and later
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Some users may experience no sound from the Pandora or iHeartRadio Entune Applications after attaching the iPhone USB cable to the multimedia system. This can also occur if the user chooses the iPod selection on the multimedia system and then attempts to return to Pandora or iHeartRadio Entune Applications. This condition occurs with iPhones running iOS 6.0 and later.
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To receive satellite radio functions after the initial trial period has expired, the customer must enter into a contract with XM Satellite Radio Inc. After entering into a contract, registration of an 8-digit XM Radio ID is required. This 8-digit XM Radio ID is found by turning to channel ?0? of the satellite radio.
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Some 2004 ? 2014 model year Toyota vehicles may exhibit odors naturally occurring from the HVAC system and/or related environmental factors. Although there is no way to eliminate these odors, follow the General Procedure in this bulletin to minimize the odors experienced.
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A new Special Service Tool (SST 09709-00002) has been introduced to aid in the inspection procedure for certain vehicles equipped with a floor pedal-type parking brake system. This bulletin references the correct method for installing the Brake Pedal Force Gauge. Refer to the appropriate Repair Manual for parking brake pedal travel inspection and adjustment specification.
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An Initialization Process is required to activate the Entune? suite of Apps & Data Services on Premium HDD Navigation with Entune? and Display Navigation with Entune? head units before they are used for the first time on new vehicles. The Initialization Process may also need to be performed under other circumstances such as following a head unit replacement or after the customer?s personal settings are erased. The Initialization process requires between 3 and 15 minutes to complete, depending on the type of head unit, file size, cellular connection speed, and other factors.
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Some 2012 ? 2013 model year Camry and Camry HV vehicles may exhibit a condition where the passenger-side headlight and rear defogger operate continuously. This condition may be caused by a poor ground for the Engine Room Junction Block Assembly on the left fender side panel bracket after a collision repair. This may occur during body shop repairs or other repairs where the left side fender bracket grounds were left loose, not properly attached using correct bolts, or improperly painted, and the vehicle?s battery was connected.
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TOYOTA: PASSENGER HEADLIGHT AND REAR DEFOGGER OPERATE CONTINUOUSLY, DUE TO POOR GROUND, FOR ENGINE ROOM JUNCTION BLOCK ASSEMBLY, ON LEFT FENDER SIDE PANEL BRACKET AND WERE LEFT LOOSE AND NOT PROPERLY ATTACHED. MODELS 2012 CAMRY HV, CAMRY. *PE UPDATED 2/26/13. *PE
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY.
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Some 2012 model year Camry HV vehicles may exhibit a MIL ?ON? condition with Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) P0A80 or P0A7F stored due to dust or debris build-up in the HV Battery Cooling Fan. Use the following repair procedure to address this condition.
Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN.
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For vehicles that are used under certain severe operating conditions, the HV Battery Cooling Fan may exhibit an excessive buildup of dust, lint, or other debris that can reduce the efficiency of the HV Battery Cooling System. HV Battery Cooling Fan maintenance and cleaning should be performed to address this condition.
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TOYOTA: HV BATTERY COOLING FAN, UNDER SEVERE OPERATING CONDITIONS, WILL HAVE AN EFFICIENCY REDUCTION, DUE TO BUILDUP, EXCESSIVELY, OF LINT, DEBRIS OR DUST AND CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE SHOULD BE DONE TO ADDRESS THE BATTERY COOLING FAN CONDITION. MODEL 2012-2014 CAMRY HV. *PE
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Some 2012 - 2013 model year Camry vehicles may exhibit a condition where the HVAC system intermittently blows warm air from the vents with the A/C ON. Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) B1479 (Flow Sensor Circuit) may be stored in the A/C system as either a current or history DTC. A malfunctioning A/C compressor flow sensor may cause this condition. Follow the procedure in this bulletin to determine if it is applicable to repair the vehicle.
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The procedure in this bulletin is a general guideline on how to properly diagnose the air conditioning system after a component failure. Refer to the applicable Repair Manual for vehicle specific repair procedures and parts.
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Some customers have experienced amber colored oil like substance found on floor mats. Further investigation reveals the electric power steering column showing signs of the oiling substance leaking.
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Some customers have experienced amber colored oil like substance found on floor mats. Further investigation reveals the electric power steering column showing signs of the oiling substance leaking
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Some 2012 ? 2013 model year Camry and Camry HV vehicles may exhibit a bowing or deformation of the interior A-Pillar trim along the windshield. Use the following procedure to replace the interior A-Pillar trim garnish and address this condition.
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When diagnosing audio, navigation, and Bluetooth concerns on Toyota vehicles equipped with Premium Display Audio with Entune, adhere to the guidelines listed below.
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Toyota models equipped with the Premium HDD Navigation (AVN/AW-EMV) System require a Special Service Tool (SST) USB drive to update the map, points of interest, Gracenote, and system software. The SST is used with all the vehicles to deliver the update, however a unique Activation Number is required for each vehicle.
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Toyota models equipped with the Display Audio Navigation System require a Special Service Tool (SST) USB drive to update the map, points of interest, Gracenote, and system software. The SST is used with all the vehicles to deliver the update, however a unique Activation Number is required for each vehicle.
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California (CA), Federal (FED), and 50 State Certified emission control underhood labels (emission labels) may be obtained through your dealership?s Parts Department utilizing standard replacement parts ordering procedures. Follow the guidelines outlined in this bulletin to ensure proper label application.
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Since MY 2011, several different update or upgrade USB SSTs have been issued for Toyota audio and navigation systems. Refer to the chart below for a comprehensive list of all current and previously issued USB SSTs and their applicability.
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If a creak, tick, or rattle noise is heard at the top or bottom of the windshield, or at the top of the rear glass, the source of the noise may be the two stoppers bonded to the top of the windshield/rear glass, or the windshield retainers bonded to the lower edge of the windshield. This bulletin provides the recommended repair procedure to eliminate these types of noises from the windshield/rear glass area.
Source components: BACK OVER PREVENTION · STRUCTURE:EMERGENCY:ESCAPE/EGRESS/EXIT.
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2012-2013 model year vehicles equipped with a Display Audio Navigation System and Entune (version less than 2.2.0) may exhibit one or more of the following conditions.
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Starting with 2010 Model Year, Toyota began a gradual transition to the use of synthetic 0W-20 viscosity engine oil. There a re man benefits of this oil.
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Some 2012 model year Camry and Camry HV vehicles may exhibit a wear mark down the center of the sliding roof sunshade caused by repeated opening and closing. An updated sunshade is available to address this condition. Follow this bulletin to replace the sunshade.
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Immediately following a cold soak startup, some 2009 ? 2013 model year vehicles equipped with 1AR-FE or 2AR-FE engines may exhibit a brief knock/rattle noise from the engine compartment for approximately one second. Follow the repair procedure below to address this condition.
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TOYOTA: ON CERTAIN VEHICLES, A KNOCK OR RATTLE NOISE, COMING FROM ENGINE COMPARTMENT, IS HEARD DURING A COLD SOAK STARTUP, AND THE CONDITION LASTS APPROXIMATELY ONE SECOND. MODEL YEARS 2009-2012 CAMRY, HIGHLANDER, SIENNA, VENZA, RAV4. *PE
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TOYOTA: THERE IS A KNOCKING OR RATTLING NOISE COMING FROM ENGINE COMPARTMENT, FOR A SHORT PERIOD OF TIME, AFTER A COLD SOAK STARTUP. MODEL 2010-2012 CAMRY, 2009-2013 HIGHLANDER, VENZA, 2009-2012 RAV4, 2011-2013 SIENNA. *PE
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The customer is having difficulty changing the multi-display screen from Day Mode. If the multi-display screen is set to Day Mode when the headlights are on, the setting we be memorized when the engine is turned off.
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The vehicle will not start or ready-on and the steering wheel lock is engaged so that the steering wheel may only be turned very little from side-to-side.
Source components: STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR.