L-SB-0084-16
Service Bulletin Details
Public Details for: L-SB-0084-16
Tsb: some 2010 - 2015 model year lexus vehicles with the res+ accessory may exhibit a condition of not being able to remote start the vehicle through their smart phone application in some areas. The user will receive a mobile device messag
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Models from 2015
2015 LEXUS CT 200H |
2015 LEXUS CT HYBRID |
2015 LEXUS GX460 |
2015 LEXUS RX HYBRID |
2015 LEXUS RX350 |
2015 LEXUS RX450H |
Models from 2014
2014 LEXUS CT 200H |
2014 LEXUS CT HYBRID |
2014 LEXUS GX460 |
2014 LEXUS RX HYBRID |
2014 LEXUS RX350 |
2014 LEXUS RX450H |
Models from 2013
2013 LEXUS CT 200H |
2013 LEXUS CT HYBRID |
2013 LEXUS RX HYBRID |
2013 LEXUS RX350 |
2013 LEXUS RX450H |
Models from 2012
2012 LEXUS RX HYBRID |
2012 LEXUS RX350 |
2012 LEXUS RX450H |
Models from 2011
2011 LEXUS RX HYBRID |
2011 LEXUS RX350 |
2011 LEXUS RX450H |
Models from 2010
2010 LEXUS RX350 |
2010 LEXUS RX450H |
L-SB-0084-16 September 30, 2016 Remote Engine Starter (RES+) ECU Update from 2G to 3G Service Category Vehicle Interior Section Theft Deterrent/Keyless Entry Market USA Applicability YEAR(S) MODEL(S) 2013 - 2015 CT200H 2014 - 2015 GX460 2010 - 2015 RX350, RX450H ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Introduction Some 2010 – 2015 model year Lexus vehicles with the RES+ accessory may exhibit a condition of not being able to remote start the vehicle through their smart phone application in some areas. The user will receive a mobile device message “Waiting the answer from VIN”, indicating the network was unable to connect to their vehicle. The cause of this may be related to the provider’s 3G and 4G wireless infrastructure upgrades, resulting in the elimination of 2G network capabilities. Follow the procedures in this bulletin to address this condition. Warranty Information OP CODE DESCRIPTION TIME OFP T1 T2 EL1618 R & R Remote Engine Starter (RES+) ECU and Initialize 0.5 PT398-60135-AA PT398-48132-AA 99 74 APPLICABLE WARRANTY This repair is covered under the Lexus Basic Warranty. This warranty is in effect for 48 months or 50,000 miles, whichever occurs first, from the vehicle’s in-service date. Warranty application is limited to occurrence of the specified condition described in this bulletin. © 2016 Lexus, a division of Toyota Motor Sales, USA Page 1 of 5 L-SB-0084-16 September 30, 2016 Page 2 of 5 Remote Engine Starter (RES+) ECU Update from 2G to 3G Parts Information PART NUMBER PREVIOUS PART NAME QTY RES+ ECU 1 NEW PT398-60135-AA PT398-00151-AA PT398-48132-AA Required Tools & Equipment REQUIRED EQUIPMENT SUPPLIER PART NUMBER QTY Techstream 2.0* ADE TS2UNIT 1 NOTE Do NOT use Techstream Lite. Software version 11.20.019 or later is required. Additional Techstream units may be ordered by calling Approved Dealer Equipment (ADE) at 1-800-368-6787. * Essential SST. © 2016 Lexus, a division of Toyota Motor Sales, USA L-SB-0084-16 September 30, 2016 Page 3 of 5 Remote Engine Starter (RES+) ECU Update from 2G to 3G Repair Procedure 1. Confirm vehicle is equipped with RES+. NOTE Look for RES+ window stickers on the driver or passenger front window glass. Look for RES+ key tag on the Smart Key ring. Is the vehicle equipped with RES+ ? YES — Continue to step 2. NO — This bulletin does NOT apply. Continue diagnosis using the applicable Accessory Diagnostic Guide on page 4. Figure 1. 1 RES+ Window Sticker 2 RES+ Key Tag 2. Verify RES+ ECU is 2G or 3G. Figure 2. 3G ECU Antenna Connectors are on ONE Side of the ECU Figure 3. 2G ECU Antenna Connectors are on BOTH Sides of the ECU Is the vehicle equipped with a 3G ECU? YES — STOP. This bulletin does NOT apply. Continue diagnosis using the applicable Accessory Diagnostic Guide on page 4. NO — Continue to Step 3. © 2016 Lexus, a division of Toyota Motor Sales, USA L-SB-0084-16 September 30, 2016 Page 4 of 5 Remote Engine Starter (RES+) ECU Update from 2G to 3G Repair Procedure (Continued) Refer to the Technical Information System (TIS), applicable model and model year Accessory Diagnostic Guide: NOTE The procedures listed below should be followed until the RES+ ECU Preparation and Installation Procedure. It is NOT necessary to remove the A-Pillar. 2013 – 2015 CT 200h: Accessory – Accessory Diagnostic Guide – “2011 – 2015 CT200h TVIP V9 Remote Engine Starter Plus (Res+) PT398-76151 Rev. B” 2014 – 2015 GX 460: Accessory – Accessory Diagnostic Guide – “2014 – 2015 GX460 TVIP V9 Remote Engine Starter Plus (Res+) PT398-60151 Rev. B” 2010 – 2015 RX 350: Accessory – Accessory Diagnostic Guide – “2010 – 2015 RX350 TVIP V9 Remote Engine Starter (RES+) PT398-48151 Rev. B” 2010 – 2015 RX 450h: Accessory – Accessory Diagnostic Guide – “2010 – 2015 RX450h TVIP V9 Remote Engine Starter (RES+) PT398-48151 Rev. B” 3. Replace with NEW 3G ECU and initialize. Refer to TIS applicable model and model year Accessory Installation Guide: NOTE The procedures listed below should be followed from the Registration Preparation section EXCLUDING the tags and labels step. 2013 – 2015 CT 200h: Accessory – Accessory Installation Guide – “2011 – 2015 CT200h TVIP V9 Remote Engine Starter Plus (Res+) PT398-76151 Rev. B” 2014 – 2015 GX 460: Accessory – Accessory Installation Guide – “2014 – 2015 GX460 TVIP V9 Remote Engine Starter Plus (Res+) PT398-60151 Rev. B” 2010 – 2015 RX 350: Accessory – Accessory Installation Guide – “2010 – 2015 RX350 TVIP V9 Remote Engine Starter (RES+) PT398-48151 Rev. B” © 2016 Lexus, a division of Toyota Motor Sales, USA L-SB-0084-16 September 30, 2016 Page 5 of 5 Remote Engine Starter (RES+) ECU Update from 2G to 3G Repair Procedure (Continued) 2010 – 2015 RX 450h: Accessory – Accessory Installation Guide – “2010 – 2015 RX450h TVIP V9 Remote Engine Starter (RES+) PT398-48151 Rev. B” 4. Confirm remote start operation with the smart phone application. © 2016 Lexus, a division of Toyota Motor Sales, USA