Technical Service Bulletins (TSBs) for the 2001 ES 300 are official communications between Lexus & their dealerships that describe processes for troubleshooting or fixing certain common problems. All vehicle manufacturers are required by U.S. law to make their TSBs available to the public.

    SUSPENSION

    • TSB #01202

      Date Announced:
      OCT 11, 2002
      NHTSA ID:
      #10000251

      SUSPENSION BALL JOINT INSPECTION METHOD. *TT Read More »

    BRAKES (PWS)

    • TSB #LSB001013

      Date Announced:
      FEB 21, 2013
      NHTSA ID:
      #10205319

      Brake Pedal Force Gauge SST for Parking Brake Inspection. Read More »

    PARKING BRAKE

    • TSB #L-SB-0010-13

      Date Announced:
      FEB 21, 2013
      NHTSA ID:
      #10133849

      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. Read More »

    ENGINE (PWS)

    • TSB #L-SB-0002-20 Rev

      Date Announced:
      AUG 05, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10179601

      TSB: Vehicles may display evidence of a fluid leak or fluid seep from powertrain components. This bulletin explains how to determine the differences between a fluid leak versus a fluid seep. Read More »

    • TSB #L-SB-0002-20 Rev

      Date Announced:
      AUG 05, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10179601

      TSB: Vehicles may display evidence of a fluid leak or fluid seep from powertrain components. This bulletin explains how to determine the differences between a fluid leak versus a fluid seep. Read More »

    • TSB #L-SB-0001-18-Rev

      Date Announced:
      JUL 01, 2019
      NHTSA ID:
      #10164328

      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. Read More »

    ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE

    • TSB #010102

      Date Announced:
      JAN 01, 2002
      NHTSA ID:
      #628655

      SPECIAL POLICY ADJUSTMENT FOR CUSTOMERS WHO HAVE EXPERIENCED SPECIFIC MECHANICAL ENGINE PROBLEMS ATTRIBUTABLE TO THE CONDITION KNOWN AS OIL GELLING OR SLUDGE. *TT Read More »

    POWER TRAIN

    POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION:LUBRICANT

    • TSB #L-SB-0002-20 Rev

      Date Announced:
      AUG 05, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10179601

      TSB: Vehicles may display evidence of a fluid leak or fluid seep from powertrain components. This bulletin explains how to determine the differences between a fluid leak versus a fluid seep. Read More »

    • TSB #L-SB-0002-20 Rev

      Date Announced:
      AUG 05, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10179601

      TSB: Vehicles may display evidence of a fluid leak or fluid seep from powertrain components. This bulletin explains how to determine the differences between a fluid leak versus a fluid seep. Read More »

    POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

    • TSB #L-SB-0082-14

      Date Announced:
      OCT 16, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10109444

      TSB: The purpose of this bulletin is to provide precautions to follow when installing an automatic transmission/transaxle assembly to avoid MIL "ON" shifting issues and/or transmission damage. Read More »

    • TSB #L-SB-0007-11 Rev

      Date Announced:
      OCT 16, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10109445

      TSB: The purpose of this service bulletin is to provide information regarding the installation of the correct torque converter bolts during automatic transmission/transaxle assembly replacement. Read More »

    • TSB #L-SB-0041-11 Rev

      Date Announced:
      OCT 16, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10109447

      TSB: OBSOLETE NOTICE-October 16, 2014: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see L-SB-0082-14. Read More »

    • TSB #L-SB-0041-11 Rev

      Date Announced:
      OCT 01, 2013
      NHTSA ID:
      #10132108

      This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see L-SB-0082-14. Read More »

    • TSB #00504

      Date Announced:
      AUG 26, 2004
      NHTSA ID:
      #10009396

      PROPER IDENTIFICATION OF THE 5 SOLENOIDS USED IN THE U140E/U140F TRANSMISSIONS. *TT Read More »

    POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)

    • TSB #L-SB-0021-14 Rev

      Date Announced:
      OCT 23, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10109449

      TSB: 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. Read More »

    POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:FLUID/LUBRICANT

    • TSB #L-SB-0002-20 Rev

      Date Announced:
      AUG 05, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10179697

      TSB: Vehicles may display evidence of a fluid leak or fluid seep from powertrain components. This bulletin explains how to determine the differences between a fluid leak versus a fluid seep. Read More »

    • TSB #L-SB-0002-20 Rev

      Date Announced:
      AUG 05, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10179697

      TSB: Vehicles may display evidence of a fluid leak or fluid seep from powertrain components. This bulletin explains how to determine the differences between a fluid leak versus a fluid seep. Read More »

    POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:TORQUE CONVERTER

    • TSB #L-SB-0007-11 Rev

      Date Announced:
      OCT 16, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10109445

      TSB: The purpose of this service bulletin is to provide information regarding the installation of the correct torque converter bolts during automatic transmission/transaxle assembly replacement. Read More »

    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    • TSB #L-SB-0001-18-Rev

      Date Announced:
      JUL 01, 2019
      NHTSA ID:
      #10164328

      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. Read More »

    • TSB #L-SB-0113-12_Rev

      Date Announced:
      NOV 21, 2017
      NHTSA ID:
      #10133651

      TSB: REVISION NOTICE November 22, 2017 Rev1: ? Applicability has been updated to include 2014 ? 2018 model year vehicles. Any previous printed versions of this bulletin should be discarded. Read More »

    • TSB #L-SB-0066-11 Rev

      Date Announced:
      APR 10, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10111205

      LSB: When servicing interior electrical switches and components, please note the precautions in this bulletin to avoid damaging electrical components and switches. Read More »

    • TSB #L-SB-0066-11 Rev

      Date Announced:
      APR 10, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10111398

      LSB: When servicing interior electrical switches and components, please note the precautions in this bulletin to avoid damaging electrical components and switches. Read More »

    • TSB #LSB002114

      Date Announced:
      JUN 12, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10205327

      Techstream ECU Flash Reprogramming Procedure. Read More »

    • TSB #LSB002114

      Date Announced:
      JUN 12, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10205327

      Techstream ECU Flash Reprogramming Procedure. Read More »

    • TSB #L-SB-0066-11 Rev

      Date Announced:
      JAN 16, 2013
      NHTSA ID:
      #10133910

      When servicing interior electrical switches and components, please note the precautions in this bulletin to avoid damaging electrical components and switches. Read More »

    • TSB #EL00101

      Date Announced:
      MAY 04, 2001
      NHTSA ID:
      #627085

      SUBJECT REGARDING TURN SIGNALS FLASHING ABNORMALLY. *SLC Read More »

    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT:IMMOBILIZER/PROXIMITY:KEY/SENDER

    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

    • TSB #L-SB-0021-14 Rev

      Date Announced:
      OCT 23, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10109449

      TSB: 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. Read More »

    • TSB #LSB002514A

      Date Announced:
      JUL 07, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10205330

      Immobilizer and Smart Key Reset Read More »

    • TSB #LSB002514

      Date Announced:
      JUL 04, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10205329

      Immobilizer and Smart Key Reset. Read More »

    • TSB #LSB002514

      Date Announced:
      JUL 04, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10205329

      Immobilizer and Smart Key Reset. Read More »

    • TSB #L-SB-0021-14

      Date Announced:
      JUN 12, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10132777

      TSB: 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. Read More »

    • TSB #L-SB-0015-10 Rev

      Date Announced:
      JAN 23, 2013
      NHTSA ID:
      #10133914

      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. Read More »

    • TSB #LSB-0015-10

      Date Announced:
      FEB 04, 2010
      NHTSA ID:
      #10034245

      LEXUS: TECHSTREAM ECU FLASH REPROGRAMMING PROCEDURE. FLASH REPROGRAMMING ALLOWS THE ECU SOFTWARE TO BE UPDATED WITHOUT REPLACING THE ECU. Read More »

    VISIBILITY

    AIR BAGS

    • TSB #L-TT-0111-13

      Date Announced:
      JAN 16, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10131964

      Lexus vehicles are equipped with Supplemental Restraint Systems (SRS), including various airbags and in some models, seat belt pre-tensioners, to help reduce the risk of injury in a collision. Read More »

    • TSB #L-TT-0111-13

      Date Announced:
      JAN 16, 2013
      NHTSA ID:
      #10133923

      Lexus 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. Read More »

    AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW

    • TSB #L-SB-0143-11 Rev

      Date Announced:
      NOV 10, 2013
      NHTSA ID:
      #10132074

      Beginning in 1998, Lexus introduced side airbags as optional equipment. Lexus does NOT recommend replacement of original seat covers with non-Lexus leather or other seat cover materials on vehicles due to the following: Seat covers NOT ... Read More »

    • TSB #L-SB-0143-11 Rev

      Date Announced:
      NOV 10, 2013
      NHTSA ID:
      #10132074

      Beginning in 1998, Lexus introduced side airbags as optional equipment. Lexus does NOT recommend replacement of original seat covers with non-Lexus leather or other seat cover materials on vehicles due to the following: Seat covers NOT ... Read More »

    SEAT BELTS

    • TSB #BO00501

      Date Announced:
      MAR 23, 2001
      NHTSA ID:
      #619119

      SUBJECT REGARDING NEW SEAT BELT TONGUE PLATE STOPPER SERVICE PARTS. *TT Read More »

    SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE

    • TSB #BO00901

      Date Announced:
      AUG 10, 2001
      NHTSA ID:
      #622252

      INFORMATION ON PREVENTING PARTICLE BUILDUP AND PRESERVE THE APPEARANCE OF THE SHOULDER BELT ANCHOR.*JB Read More »

    TIRES

    • TSB #Lexus PRO19-02 -

      Date Announced:
      JAN 12, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10207945

      POL: This consolidated Tire Warranty Guide contains the complete warranty terms for all brands of ground and spare tires currently in use by Lexus. Read More »

    • TSB #Lexus PRO19-02 -

      Date Announced:
      JAN 12, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10207945

      POL: This consolidated Tire Warranty Guide contains the complete warranty terms for all brands of ground and spare tires currently in use by Lexus. Read More »

    WHEELS

    • TSB #Lexus PRO19-02 -

      Date Announced:
      JAN 12, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10207945

      POL: This consolidated Tire Warranty Guide contains the complete warranty terms for all brands of ground and spare tires currently in use by Lexus. Read More »

    • TSB #Lexus PRO19-02 -

      Date Announced:
      JAN 12, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10207945

      POL: This consolidated Tire Warranty Guide contains the complete warranty terms for all brands of ground and spare tires currently in use by Lexus. Read More »

    SEATS

    • TSB #L-SB-0143-11 Rev

      Date Announced:
      NOV 10, 2013
      NHTSA ID:
      #10132074

      Beginning in 1998, Lexus introduced side airbags as optional equipment. Lexus does NOT recommend replacement of original seat covers with non-Lexus leather or other seat cover materials on vehicles due to the following: Seat covers NOT ... Read More »

    • TSB #L-SB-0143-11 Rev

      Date Announced:
      NOV 10, 2013
      NHTSA ID:
      #10132074

      Beginning in 1998, Lexus introduced side airbags as optional equipment. Lexus does NOT recommend replacement of original seat covers with non-Lexus leather or other seat cover materials on vehicles due to the following: Seat covers NOT ... Read More »

    • TSB #LSB-0143-11

      Date Announced:
      NOV 10, 2011
      NHTSA ID:
      #10054797

      LEXUS: INFORMATION REGARDING THE SEAT COVER REPLACEMENT, EQUIPPED WITH SIDE AIR BAGS, THE MODIFICATIONS THAT MIGHT NEGATIVELY AFFECT SIDE AIR BAG PERFORMANCE CAN RESULT IN SEVERE INJURIES. Read More »

    EQUIPMENT

    • TSB #Safety Recall 22

      Date Announced:
      APR 13, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10214355

      Lexus Safety Recall and Service Campaign - Technician Certification Requirements 4.13.2022 Read More »

    • TSB #Safety Recall 22

      Date Announced:
      APR 13, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10214355

      Lexus Safety Recall and Service Campaign - Technician Certification Requirements 4.13.2022 Read More »

    • TSB #Lexus Safety Re

      Date Announced:
      MAY 01, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10176283

      Safety Recall and Service Campaign - Technician Certification Requirements Read More »

    • TSB #Lexus Safety Re

      Date Announced:
      MAY 01, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10176283

      Safety Recall and Service Campaign - Technician Certification Requirements Read More »

    • TSB #L-SB-0008-20

      Date Announced:
      APR 06, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10174888

      TSB: SUPERSESSION NOTICE The information contained in this bulletin supersedes Service Bulletin Nos. Read More »

    • TSB #L-SB-0008-20

      Date Announced:
      APR 06, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10174888

      TSB: SUPERSESSION NOTICE The information contained in this bulletin supersedes Service Bulletin Nos. Read More »

    • TSB #L-SB-0179-17 Obs

      Date Announced:
      APR 06, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10174889

      TSB: OBSOLETE NOTICE April 06, 2020: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see L-SB-0008-20. Replacement Certification Labels and VIN Plates Read More »

    • TSB #L-SB-0179-17 Obs

      Date Announced:
      APR 06, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10174889

      TSB: OBSOLETE NOTICE April 06, 2020: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see L-SB-0008-20. Replacement Certification Labels and VIN Plates Read More »

    • TSB #L-SB-0002-20

      Date Announced:
      FEB 04, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10172820

      TSB: Vehicles may display evidence of a fluid leak or fluid seep from powertrain components. This bulletin explains how to determine the differences between a fluid leak versus a fluid seep. Read More »

    • TSB #L-SB-0002-20

      Date Announced:
      FEB 04, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10172820

      TSB: Vehicles may display evidence of a fluid leak or fluid seep from powertrain components. This bulletin explains how to determine the differences between a fluid leak versus a fluid seep. Read More »

    • TSB #L-SB-0001-18-Rev

      Date Announced:
      JUL 01, 2019
      NHTSA ID:
      #10164328

      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. Read More »

    • TSB #L-SB-0021-14 Rev

      Date Announced:
      SEP 19, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10132625

      TSB: Revision Notice: Applicability section has been updated to include 2016-2017 applicable model year Lexus vehicles. The Repair Procedure section, Required Tools & Equipment section, and the Repair Procedure section has been updated. Read More »

    • TSB #L-SB-0021-14 Rev

      Date Announced:
      SEP 19, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10132625

      TSB: Revision Notice: Applicability section has been updated to include 2016-2017 applicable model year Lexus vehicles. The Repair Procedure section, Required Tools & Equipment section, and the Repair Procedure section has been updated. Read More »

    • TSB #LSB002114

      Date Announced:
      JUN 12, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10205327

      Techstream ECU Flash Reprogramming Procedure. Read More »

    • TSB #LSB002114

      Date Announced:
      JUN 12, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10205327

      Techstream ECU Flash Reprogramming Procedure. Read More »

    • TSB #L-SB-0010-13

      Date Announced:
      FEB 21, 2013
      NHTSA ID:
      #10133849

      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. Read More »

    EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

    • TSB #L-SB-0066-11 Rev

      Date Announced:
      APR 10, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10111205

      LSB: When servicing interior electrical switches and components, please note the precautions in this bulletin to avoid damaging electrical components and switches. Read More »

    • TSB #L-SB-0066-11 Rev

      Date Announced:
      APR 10, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10111398

      LSB: When servicing interior electrical switches and components, please note the precautions in this bulletin to avoid damaging electrical components and switches. Read More »

    • TSB #L-SB-0025-14 Rev

      Date Announced:
      NOV 14, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10109384

      TSB: The Immobilizer and Smart Key Reset is a feature that allows the registration of new keys when all master keys are lost. Once the system is reset, all previously registered keys will be erased. Read More »

    • TSB #L-SB-0021-14 Rev

      Date Announced:
      OCT 23, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10109449

      TSB: 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. Read More »

    EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ANTI-THEFT DEVICES

    • TSB #L-SB-0025-14

      Date Announced:
      JUL 07, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10132726

      TSB: The Immobilizer and Smart Key Reset is a feature that allows the registration of new keys when all master keys are lost. Once the system is reset, all previously registered keys will be erased. Read More »

    • TSB #L-SB-0025-14 Rev

      Date Announced:
      JUL 25, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10132734

      TSB: The Immobilizer and Smart Key Reset is a feature that allows the registration of new keys when all master keys are lost. Once the system is reset, all previously registered keys will be erased. Read More »

    • TSB #LSB002514A

      Date Announced:
      JUL 07, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10205330

      Immobilizer and Smart Key Reset Read More »

    EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

    • TSB #L-SB-0179-17

      Date Announced:
      NOV 28, 2017
      NHTSA ID:
      #10133657

      TSB: SUPERSESSION NOTICE The information contained in this bulletin supersedes SB Nos. L-SB-0048-08, PG007-07, PG016-01, PG015-01, PG004-97, PG003-97, PG003-93, and PG002-90. Service Bulletin Nos. Read More »

    EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

    • TSB #Lexus PRO19-02 -

      Date Announced:
      JAN 12, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10207945

      POL: This consolidated Tire Warranty Guide contains the complete warranty terms for all brands of ground and spare tires currently in use by Lexus. Read More »

    • TSB #Lexus PRO19-02 -

      Date Announced:
      JAN 12, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10207945

      POL: This consolidated Tire Warranty Guide contains the complete warranty terms for all brands of ground and spare tires currently in use by Lexus. Read More »

    • TSB #L-SB-0021-14_Obs

      Date Announced:
      JAN 24, 2018
      NHTSA ID:
      #10129210

      TSB: OBSOLETE NOTICE January 22, 2018: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see L-SB-0001-18. Read More »

    • TSB #L-SB-0021-14_Obs

      Date Announced:
      JAN 24, 2018
      NHTSA ID:
      #10129210

      TSB: OBSOLETE NOTICE January 22, 2018: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see L-SB-0001-18. Read More »

    • TSB #L-SB-0048-08 Obs

      Date Announced:
      DEC 05, 2017
      NHTSA ID:
      #10131653

      TSB: Replacement Certification Labels. OBSOLETE NOTICE November 28, 2017: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see L-SB-0179-17. Read More »

    • TSB #L-TT-0031-10

      Date Announced:
      NOV 07, 2013
      NHTSA ID:
      #10132083

      Adhesive & sealant cross reference Information Read More »

    EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

    • TSB #L-SB-0001-18-Rev

      Date Announced:
      JUL 01, 2019
      NHTSA ID:
      #10164328

      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. Read More »

    • TSB #Lexus Floor Mat

      Date Announced:
      JAN 25, 2013
      NHTSA ID:
      #10133926

      In the recent Bi-annual Floor Mat reminder letter distributed November, 2012, Lexus indicated that we were developing support materials that will help remind dealership customers and associates of the importance of proper floor mat usage. Read More »

    • TSB #LSB-0143-11

      Date Announced:
      NOV 10, 2011
      NHTSA ID:
      #10054797

      LEXUS: INFORMATION REGARDING THE SEAT COVER REPLACEMENT, EQUIPPED WITH SIDE AIR BAGS, THE MODIFICATIONS THAT MIGHT NEGATIVELY AFFECT SIDE AIR BAG PERFORMANCE CAN RESULT IN SEVERE INJURIES. Read More »

    EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER

    • TSB #AC00201

      Date Announced:
      NOV 16, 2001
      NHTSA ID:
      #631815

      SUBJECT REGARDING AIR CONDITIONER COMPRESSOR SHAFT SEAL REPAIR. *SLC Read More »

    UNKNOWN OR OTHER