2013 Toyota VENZA Manufacturer communications & TSBs.Page 4
Original record summaries, dates and identifiers for this model-year. Records 301–339 of 339, ordered newest first. Dated records on this page: Jan 18, 1991–Jan 10, 2013.
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Jan 10, 2013Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
T-SB-0020-12 Rev
NHTSA communication ID: 10133888
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The purpose of this bulletin is to provide a procedure to adjust tire pressure correctly when outside temperature is significantly colder or warmer than shop temperature. Seasonal temperature change can dramatically alter tire pressure, which can cause the tire pressure warning lamp to illuminate.
Source components: TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS.
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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 vehicles to deliver the update, however a unique Activation Number is required for each vehicle. Activation Numbers are provided in an Activation Card Number (ACN) pamphlet available through the normal parts ordering system. Use the process described in this bulletin to perform the update.
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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 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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Toyota models equipped with the display Audio HDD 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 vehicles to deliver the update, however a unique Activation Number is required for each vehicle. Activation numbers are provided in an ACN pamphlet available through the normal parts ordering system.
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Toyota vehicles are equipped with SRS, including various airbags and in some models, seat belt pre-tensioners, to help reduce the risk of injury in a collision. If a customer expresses any concerns that the SRS airbags or pretensioner devices did not perform as expected, please follow the steps in the recommendations section below.
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TOYOTA: IN A COLLISION, TO HELP REDUCE INJURIES, WITH SEAT BELT PRE=TENSIONERS AND SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEMS (SRS), ITS POSSIBLE THAT THE DEVICES MAY OR MAY NOT PERFORM AS EXPECTED WITH UNINTENDED DEPLOYMENT. MODEL YEARS 1990-2013. MODELS VARIOUS MODELS. *PE
Source components: AIR BAGS · SEAT BELTS:FRONT:WARNING LIGHT/DEVICES.
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Flash reprogramming allows the ECU software to be updated without replacing the ECU. Flash calibration updates for specific vehicle models/ECUs are released as field-fix procedures described in individual Service Bulletins. This bulletin details the Techstream ECU flash reprogramming process and outlines use of the Technical Information System (TIS) and the Calibration Update Wizard (CUW). Flash calibration updates can only be applied to the vehicle/ECU combination for which they are intended. ECUs have internal security that will not allow them to be programmed with another ECU?s information.
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TOYOTA: THE ENGINE CONTROL MODULE/ECM LOGIC WAS MODIFIED TO REDUCE THE CONDITION OF MIL ON WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) P219A OR P219B ON SOME VEHICLES. MODEL 2012-2013 AVALON, SIENNA, CAMRY, VENZA. *PE
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Long-term or off-site storage requires special care to keep vehicles factory fresh and ready for delivery. The following guidelines should be performed to minimize vehicle component/part degradation due to extended vehicle storage conditions. Long-term storage can affect a vehicle?s systems and components. Any problems that are found should be corrected immediately.
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Some 2010 ? 2011 model year Camry vehicles equipped with the 2AR-FE engine and some 2009 ? 2013 model year Venza vehicles equipped with the 1AR-FE engine may exhibit one or more of the following conditions: A/C inoperative while the vehicle is stopped. Rising engine temperature while the vehicle is stopped.
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Some Phone iOS 5 customers with Denso Premium HDD Navigation (AVN) or Display Navigation w/ Entune (DNE) head units may experience an error message when they attempt to use the Entune application.
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Some Phone iOS 5 customers with Denso Premium HDD Navigation (AVN) or Display Navigation w/ Entune (DNE) head units may experience an iPod Authorization error when they plug their iPhone into the USB port.
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The purpose of this bulletin is to provide a procedure to adjust tire pressure correctly when outside temperature is significantly colder or warmer than shop temperature. Seasonal temperature change can dramatically alter tire pressure, which can cause the tire pressure warning lamp to illuminate.
Source components: TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS.
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
Some 2013 model year vehicles are equipped with a Smart Key system, which allows the customer to enter and start the vehicle without using a mechanical key. To ensure the system is operating properly, the Smart Key functions (Smart Entry and Smart Start) should be inspected during Pre-Delivery Service (PDS). The following inspection procedure has been developed to confirm the proper operation of the Smart Key system prior to vehicle delivery.
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2013 model year vehicles are equipped with driver?s side floor mat retaining clips to secure the floor mat in the correct position. In addition, some models may utilize retaining clips for passenger side and rear seat floor mats as well. Follow the appropriate installation procedure to attach the driver?s side, and if applicable, the passenger?s side and rear seat floor mats to the vehicle carpet using the floor mat retaining clips during Pre-Delivery Service (PDS).
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During the manufacturing process tires are mounted on the vehicle as matched sets to help reduce conditions such as pulling or drifting. If the wheels are replaced or refinished before vehicle delivery, it is important that the tires remain on the vehicle in the same location and in the same direction of rotation.
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Long-term or off-site storage requires special care to keep vehicles factory fresh and ready for delivery. The following guidelines should be performed to minimize vehicle component/part degradation due to extended vehicle storage conditions. Long-term storage can affect a vehicle?s systems and components. Any problems that are found should be corrected immediately.
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Customers who purchase new or replacement iPhones running iOS 6 may find that Toyota a Entune application will not launch on the iPhone. The issue can occur when the customer restores/transfers their apps, contacts, etc.
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
Some Phone iOS 5 customers with Denso Premium HDD Navigation (AVN) or Display Navigation w/ Entune (DNE) head units may experience an error message when they attempt to use the Entune application.
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
Some Phone iOS 5 customers with Denso Premium HDD Navigation (AVN) or Display Navigation w/ Entune (DNE) head units may experience an iPod Authorization error when they plug their iPhone into the USB port.