Technical Service Bulletins For 2018 LEXUS LS
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Technical Service Bulletins
Technical Service Bulletin #L-TT-0253-18_Rev
This 2018 LEXUS LS Technical Service Bulletin affects the 353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
NHTSA #10154798
Date Of Bulletin
20190206
Failing Component Name
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
Description
TT: The microphone circuit passes through the DCM before reaching the radio/navigation system. To simplify the diagnosis of the microphone, Safety Connect SOS button lights, and DCM (telematics transceiver) inoperative conditions, refer to
Technical Service Bulletin #L-TT-0253-18_Rev
This 2018 LEXUS LS Technical Service Bulletin affects the 350000 EQUIPMENT
NHTSA #10154798
Date Of Bulletin
20190206
Failing Component Name
350000 EQUIPMENT
Description
TT: The microphone circuit passes through the DCM before reaching the radio/navigation system. To simplify the diagnosis of the microphone, Safety Connect SOS button lights, and DCM (telematics transceiver) inoperative conditions, refer to
Technical Service Bulletin #L-SB-0028-19_Rev
This 2018 LEXUS LS Technical Service Bulletin affects the 350000 EQUIPMENT
NHTSA #10162736
Date Of Bulletin
20190604
Failing Component Name
350000 EQUIPMENT
Description
TSB: REVISION NOTICE June 04, 2019 Rev1: ? The entire bulletin has been updated. Any previous printed versions of this bulletin should be discarded. The procedure in this Service Bulletin is a full reformat of the multimedia system. Failure
Technical Service Bulletin #L-SB-0017-19
This 2018 LEXUS LS Technical Service Bulletin affects the 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE
NHTSA #10159695
Date Of Bulletin
20190404
Failing Component Name
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE
Description
TSB: Some 2010 ? 2019 model year Lexus vehicles may exhibit paint stains after the removal of Rapgard?. The paint stains may appear to be under the clear coat but are usually under wrinkles in the Rapgard?. The wrinkles may trap water and c
Technical Service Bulletin #L-SB-0017-19
This 2018 LEXUS LS Technical Service Bulletin affects the 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
NHTSA #10159695
Date Of Bulletin
20190404
Failing Component Name
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Description
TSB: Some 2010 ? 2019 model year Lexus vehicles may exhibit paint stains after the removal of Rapgard?. The paint stains may appear to be under the clear coat but are usually under wrinkles in the Rapgard?. The wrinkles may trap water and c
Technical Service Bulletin #L-SB-0020-19
This 2018 LEXUS LS Technical Service Bulletin affects the 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE
NHTSA #10159726
Date Of Bulletin
20190417
Failing Component Name
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE
Description
TSB: Some 2018 ? 2019 model year Lexus vehicles equipped with the Enform? 2.0 Navigation System require a Special Service Tool (SST) USB flash drive to update the map, points of interest, and system software. The SST is used with applicable
Technical Service Bulletin #L-SB-0020-19
This 2018 LEXUS LS Technical Service Bulletin affects the 353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
NHTSA #10159726
Date Of Bulletin
20190417
Failing Component Name
353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
Description
TSB: Some 2018 ? 2019 model year Lexus vehicles equipped with the Enform? 2.0 Navigation System require a Special Service Tool (SST) USB flash drive to update the map, points of interest, and system software. The SST is used with applicable
Technical Service Bulletin #L-SB-0039-18_Rev
This 2018 LEXUS LS Technical Service Bulletin affects the 060000 ENGINE (PWS)
NHTSA #10159702
Date Of Bulletin
20190408
Failing Component Name
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Description
TSB: Some 2018 ? 2019 model year LS500 vehicles may exhibit one or both of the following transmission-related conditions: ? R to D shift delay when vehicle is cold ? Shift bump when slowing to a stop The Engine Control Module/ECM (SAE Term
Technical Service Bulletin #L-SB-0039-18_Rev
This 2018 LEXUS LS Technical Service Bulletin affects the 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
NHTSA #10159702
Date Of Bulletin
20190408
Failing Component Name
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Description
TSB: Some 2018 ? 2019 model year LS500 vehicles may exhibit one or both of the following transmission-related conditions: ? R to D shift delay when vehicle is cold ? Shift bump when slowing to a stop The Engine Control Module/ECM (SAE Term
Technical Service Bulletin #L-SB-0039-18_Rev
This 2018 LEXUS LS Technical Service Bulletin affects the 103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
NHTSA #10159702
Date Of Bulletin
20190408
Failing Component Name
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Description
TSB: Some 2018 ? 2019 model year LS500 vehicles may exhibit one or both of the following transmission-related conditions: ? R to D shift delay when vehicle is cold ? Shift bump when slowing to a stop The Engine Control Module/ECM (SAE Term
Technical Service Bulletin #JLH_Clearance Wa
This 2018 LEXUS LS Technical Service Bulletin affects the 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
NHTSA #10159704
Date Of Bulletin
20190408
Failing Component Name
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Description
Technical Instructions:
Technical Service Bulletin #L-SB-0018-19
This 2018 LEXUS LS Technical Service Bulletin affects the 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE
NHTSA #10159708
Date Of Bulletin
20190411
Failing Component Name
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE
Description
TSB: Some 2018 model year LS500 and LS500h vehicles equipped with air suspension may exhibit an uneven ride height appearance (lean) after parked on an uneven road surface. This condition can be observed when viewed from the rear of the veh
Technical Service Bulletin #L-SB-0018-19
This 2018 LEXUS LS Technical Service Bulletin affects the 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
NHTSA #10159708
Date Of Bulletin
20190411
Failing Component Name
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Description
TSB: Some 2018 model year LS500 and LS500h vehicles equipped with air suspension may exhibit an uneven ride height appearance (lean) after parked on an uneven road surface. This condition can be observed when viewed from the rear of the veh
Technical Service Bulletin #L-SB-0018-19
This 2018 LEXUS LS Technical Service Bulletin affects the 020000 SUSPENSION
NHTSA #10159708
Date Of Bulletin
20190411
Failing Component Name
020000 SUSPENSION
Description
TSB: Some 2018 model year LS500 and LS500h vehicles equipped with air suspension may exhibit an uneven ride height appearance (lean) after parked on an uneven road surface. This condition can be observed when viewed from the rear of the veh
Technical Service Bulletin #L-SB-0019-19
This 2018 LEXUS LS Technical Service Bulletin affects the 060000 ENGINE (PWS)
NHTSA #10159711
Date Of Bulletin
20190412
Failing Component Name
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Description
TSB: Some 2018 model year LS500 vehicles may exhibit a vibration due to a rough idle after cold soak. This condition is only present when the vehicle is first started after cold soak. The check engine light will not be present with this con
Technical Service Bulletin #L-SB-0019-19
This 2018 LEXUS LS Technical Service Bulletin affects the 350000 EQUIPMENT
NHTSA #10159711
Date Of Bulletin
20190412
Failing Component Name
350000 EQUIPMENT
Description
TSB: Some 2018 model year LS500 vehicles may exhibit a vibration due to a rough idle after cold soak. This condition is only present when the vehicle is first started after cold soak. The check engine light will not be present with this con
Technical Service Bulletin #JLH_Dealer Daily
This 2018 LEXUS LS Technical Service Bulletin affects the 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE
NHTSA #10159716
Date Of Bulletin
20190416
Failing Component Name
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE
Description
Dealer Daily Message: **UPDATED Dealer Letter Available on TIS** Certain 2018 Model Year LS 500 and LS 500h Certain 2018 Model Year NX 300 and NX 300h Certain 2018 Model Year RX 350L and RX 450hL Certain 2017 ? 2018 Model Year RX 350 and RX
Technical Service Bulletin #JLH_Dealer Daily
This 2018 LEXUS LS Technical Service Bulletin affects the 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
NHTSA #10159716
Date Of Bulletin
20190416
Failing Component Name
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Description
Dealer Daily Message: **UPDATED Dealer Letter Available on TIS** Certain 2018 Model Year LS 500 and LS 500h Certain 2018 Model Year NX 300 and NX 300h Certain 2018 Model Year RX 350L and RX 450hL Certain 2017 ? 2018 Model Year RX 350 and RX
Technical Service Bulletin #JLH_Dealer Daily
This 2018 LEXUS LS Technical Service Bulletin affects the 350000 EQUIPMENT
NHTSA #10159716
Date Of Bulletin
20190416
Failing Component Name
350000 EQUIPMENT
Description
Dealer Daily Message: **UPDATED Dealer Letter Available on TIS** Certain 2018 Model Year LS 500 and LS 500h Certain 2018 Model Year NX 300 and NX 300h Certain 2018 Model Year RX 350L and RX 450hL Certain 2017 ? 2018 Model Year RX 350 and RX
Technical Service Bulletin #L-SB-0029-19
This 2018 LEXUS LS Technical Service Bulletin affects the 200000 WHEELS
NHTSA #10162250
Date Of Bulletin
20190514
Failing Component Name
200000 WHEELS
Description
TSB: Some 2011 ? 2019 model year Lexus vehicles (including RX350HL, RX450HL, LS460L, and LS600HL) with super chrome wheel finishes may become discolored and/or damaged when aftermarket cleaners, polishes, or brake dust removal products are
Technical Service Bulletin #L-TT-0261-19
This 2018 LEXUS LS Technical Service Bulletin affects the 350000 EQUIPMENT
NHTSA #10162251
Date Of Bulletin
20190515
Failing Component Name
350000 EQUIPMENT
Description
TT: While performing the retrofit TSB, and creating the USB stick, it is critical that all files that are included in the .zip folder are extracted in the root directory (not in any folders) of the USB drive.
Technical Service Bulletin #L-TT-0263-19
This 2018 LEXUS LS Technical Service Bulletin affects the 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
NHTSA #10162759
Date Of Bulletin
20190625
Failing Component Name
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Description
TT: The new 12V Battery Warranty Testers (DSS-5000 & DCA-8000) require certain information to generate a test result and warranty code. Below is an explanation of what information is required when testing a 12V battery on the new Warranty B
Technical Service Bulletin #L-SB-0001-18-Rev
This 2018 LEXUS LS Technical Service Bulletin affects the 060000 ENGINE (PWS)
NHTSA #10164328
Date Of Bulletin
20190701
Failing Component Name
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Description
TSB: REVISION NOTICE July 01, 2019 Rev1: G1668 Applicability has been updated to include 2019 ? 2020 model year Lexus vehicles. G2158 The Techstream Preparation and Process Overview sections have been updated. Any previous printed versions
Technical Service Bulletin #L-SB-0001-18-Rev
This 2018 LEXUS LS Technical Service Bulletin affects the 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE
NHTSA #10164328
Date Of Bulletin
20190701
Failing Component Name
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE
Description
TSB: REVISION NOTICE July 01, 2019 Rev1: G1668 Applicability has been updated to include 2019 ? 2020 model year Lexus vehicles. G2158 The Techstream Preparation and Process Overview sections have been updated. Any previous printed versions
Technical Service Bulletin #L-SB-0001-18-Rev
This 2018 LEXUS LS Technical Service Bulletin affects the 350000 EQUIPMENT
NHTSA #10164328
Date Of Bulletin
20190701
Failing Component Name
350000 EQUIPMENT
Description
TSB: REVISION NOTICE July 01, 2019 Rev1: G1668 Applicability has been updated to include 2019 ? 2020 model year Lexus vehicles. G2158 The Techstream Preparation and Process Overview sections have been updated. Any previous printed versions
Technical Service Bulletin #L-SB-0001-18-Rev
This 2018 LEXUS LS Technical Service Bulletin affects the 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
NHTSA #10164328
Date Of Bulletin
20190701
Failing Component Name
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Description
TSB: REVISION NOTICE July 01, 2019 Rev1: G1668 Applicability has been updated to include 2019 ? 2020 model year Lexus vehicles. G2158 The Techstream Preparation and Process Overview sections have been updated. Any previous printed versions
Technical Service Bulletin #L-TT-0265-19
This 2018 LEXUS LS Technical Service Bulletin affects the 350000 EQUIPMENT
NHTSA #10164354
Date Of Bulletin
20190718
Failing Component Name
350000 EQUIPMENT
Description
TT: The new DCA-8000 Diagnostic Charger may cause your facility?s Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) breaker to trip. A GFCI breaker can be tripped for various reasons, one of the reasons may be related to the DCA-8000. We are investig
Technical Service Bulletin #L-TT-0265-19
This 2018 LEXUS LS Technical Service Bulletin affects the 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
NHTSA #10164354
Date Of Bulletin
20190718
Failing Component Name
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Description
TT: The new DCA-8000 Diagnostic Charger may cause your facility?s Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) breaker to trip. A GFCI breaker can be tripped for various reasons, one of the reasons may be related to the DCA-8000. We are investig
Technical Service Bulletin #L-SB-0060-13 Obs
This 2018 LEXUS LS Technical Service Bulletin affects the 350000 EQUIPMENT
NHTSA #10172827
Date Of Bulletin
20200206
Failing Component Name
350000 EQUIPMENT
Description
TSB: February 06, 2020: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see L-SB-0003-20.
Technical Service Bulletin #L-TT-0273-19
This 2018 LEXUS LS Technical Service Bulletin affects the 350000 EQUIPMENT
NHTSA #10169328
Date Of Bulletin
20191115
Failing Component Name
350000 EQUIPMENT
Description
TT: If the D/C Cut Fuses are not properly seated in the correct main relay block location, multiple body electronic systems can be affected. Some systems that may become inoperative or operate abnormally due to a loose or missing D/C Cut Fu
Technical Service Bulletin #L-TT-0273-19
This 2018 LEXUS LS Technical Service Bulletin affects the 160000 STRUCTURE
NHTSA #10169328
Date Of Bulletin
20191115
Failing Component Name
160000 STRUCTURE
Description
TT: If the D/C Cut Fuses are not properly seated in the correct main relay block location, multiple body electronic systems can be affected. Some systems that may become inoperative or operate abnormally due to a loose or missing D/C Cut Fu
Technical Service Bulletin #L-TT-0273-19
This 2018 LEXUS LS Technical Service Bulletin affects the 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
NHTSA #10169328
Date Of Bulletin
20191115
Failing Component Name
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Description
TT: If the D/C Cut Fuses are not properly seated in the correct main relay block location, multiple body electronic systems can be affected. Some systems that may become inoperative or operate abnormally due to a loose or missing D/C Cut Fu
Technical Service Bulletin #Lexus Safety Re
This 2018 LEXUS LS Technical Service Bulletin affects the 350000 EQUIPMENT
NHTSA #10176283
Date Of Bulletin
20200501
Failing Component Name
350000 EQUIPMENT
Description
Safety Recall and Service Campaign - Technician Certification Requirements
Technical Service Bulletin #L-SB-0008-20
This 2018 LEXUS LS Technical Service Bulletin affects the 350000 EQUIPMENT
NHTSA #10174888
Date Of Bulletin
20200406
Failing Component Name
350000 EQUIPMENT
Description
TSB: SUPERSESSION NOTICE The information contained in this bulletin supersedes Service Bulletin Nos. L-SB-0048-08, PG007-07, PG016-01, PG015-01, PG004-97, PG003-97, PG003-93, PG002-90, L-SB-0048-08, PG007-07, PG016-01, PG015-01, PG004-97,
Technical Service Bulletin #L-SB-0179-17 Obs
This 2018 LEXUS LS Technical Service Bulletin affects the 350000 EQUIPMENT
NHTSA #10174889
Date Of Bulletin
20200406
Failing Component Name
350000 EQUIPMENT
Description
TSB: OBSOLETE NOTICE April 06, 2020: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see L-SB-0008-20. Replacement Certification Labels and VIN Plates






































