L-SB-0023-16
Service Bulletin Details
Public Details for: L-SB-0023-16
Tsb: a battery in a stored vehicle is subject to conditions that can reduce its performance and life. These conditions include storage period, temperature, parasitic drain, and battery load. Because of these factors, battery inspection and
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L-SB-0023-16 June 22, 2016 Battery Maintenance During PDS Service Category General Market USA Section Applicability YEAR(S) MODEL(S) 2017 CT200H, ES300H, ES350, GS F, GS200T, GS350, GS450H, GX460, IS200T, IS300, IS350, LS460, LX570, NX200T, NX300H, RC F, RC200T, RC300, RC350, RX350, RX450H ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Introduction A battery in a stored vehicle is subject to conditions that can reduce its performance and life. These conditions include storage period, temperature, parasitic drain, and battery load. Because of these factors, battery inspection and maintenance are required in order to ensure proper operation and optimal battery life. As a matter of policy, Toyota does NOT provide battery warranty coverage for discharged and/or failed batteries due to lack of maintenance. It is the dealer’s responsibility to maintain the specified State of Charge (SOC) of the vehicle’s battery while in stock and assure proper SOC at delivery. To eliminate customer service concerns due to an undercharged battery during the first few weeks of ownership, ALL dealers should check battery SOC and recharge, if necessary, within 48 hours of delivery to customers. © 2016 Lexus, a division of Toyota Motor Sales, USA Page 1 of 14 L-SB-0023-16 June 22, 2016 Page 2 of 14 Battery Maintenance During PDS Required Tools & Equipment SPECIAL SERVICE TOOLS (SST) PART NUMBER Digital Battery System Analyzer* 00002-V8150-KIT GR8 Battery Diagnostic Station* 00002-MCGR8 QTY 1 NOTE Additional SSTs may be ordered by calling 1-800-933-8335. REQUIRED EQUIPMENT SUPPLIER Techstream 2.0* Techstream Lite PART NUMBER QTY TS2UNIT ADE Techstream Lite (Green Cable) TSLITEPDLR01 TSLP2DLR01 * Essential SST. NOTE Only ONE of the Techstream units listed above is required. Software version 11.10.034 or later is required. Additional Techstream units may be ordered by calling Approved Dealer Equipment (ADE) at 1-800-368-6787. © 2016 Lexus, a division of Toyota Motor Sales, USA 1 L-SB-0023-16 June 22, 2016 Page 3 of 14 Battery Maintenance During PDS Battery Inspection Procedure ALL vehicles are to be inspected according to the procedures listed below using the Digital Battery System Analyzer no more than 48 hours prior to customer vehicle delivery. IMPORTANT NOTE FOR HYBRID VEHICLES In hybrid vehicles, the Digital Battery System Analyzer is to be used ONLY on the AUXILIARY (12 volt) battery. 1. Connect the test clamps to the battery. (If the analyzer does NOT power up automatically, press the POWER button.) 2. Select the correct USER ID (if applicable) and press Next. Figure 1. 3. Enter USER PIN (if applicable) and press Next. Figure 2. NOTE For details on defining USER ID or PIN, refer to the NVS-8150 Instruction Manual. © 2016 Lexus, a division of Toyota Motor Sales, USA L-SB-0023-16 June 22, 2016 Battery Maintenance During PDS Battery Inspection Procedure (Continued) 4. Press Next (if applicable) when the HELLO screen appears to proceed to the Main Menu. Figure 3. 5. Choose Battery Test and press Select key. Figure 4. Select In Vehicle and press Next. Figure 5. © 2016 Lexus, a division of Toyota Motor Sales, USA Page 4 of 14 L-SB-0023-16 June 22, 2016 Battery Maintenance During PDS Battery Inspection Procedure (Continued) 6. Select CCA and press Next. Figure 6. NOTE The battery can be tested using either CCA or JIS. If JIS is selected, go to Step 9. 7. Select the appropriate battery type and press Next. Figure 7. Enter the appropriate battery rating and press Next. Figure 8. © 2016 Lexus, a division of Toyota Motor Sales, USA Page 5 of 14 L-SB-0023-16 June 22, 2016 Battery Maintenance During PDS Battery Inspection Procedure (Continued) 8. Select JIS Number and press Next. Figure 9. 9. Aim the infrared (IR) temperature measurement sensor at the negative (–) battery post and press Next. Figure 10. The battery is now being tested. The progress bar fills in across the screen while testing. 10. Read or print the battery test results. Figure 11. Figure 12. © 2016 Lexus, a division of Toyota Motor Sales, USA Page 6 of 14 L-SB-0023-16 June 22, 2016 Page 7 of 14 Battery Maintenance During PDS Battery Inspection Results Once the test completes, proceed with one of the procedures below according to the BATTERY CONDITION results. A. Battery Condition: “GOOD BATTERY” Return the battery to service. B. Battery Condition: “GOOD–RECHARGE” Fully charge the battery using the GR8 Battery Diagnostic Station and return it to service. C. Battery Condition: “CHARGE & RETEST” Fully charge the battery using the GR8 Battery Diagnostic Station and retest. NOTE Failure to fully charge the battery before retesting may cause false readings. D. Battery Condition: “REPLACE BATTERY” Replace the battery. NOTE A REPLACE BATTERY result may also mean a poor connection between the battery cables and the battery. Retest the battery using the out-of-vehicle test before replacing it. E. Battery Condition: “BAD CELL–REPLACE” Replace the battery. The decision indicates a bad cell within the battery. CAUTION If “FROZEN BATTERY” is displayed as the test result, allow the battery to reach a temperature of 40°F (4°C) before retesting. NEVER CHARGE A FROZEN BATTERY. GASES MAY FORM, CRACKING THE CASE AND CAUSING BATTERY ACID TO LEAK. © 2016 Lexus, a division of Toyota Motor Sales, USA L-SB-0023-16 June 22, 2016 Battery Maintenance During PDS Battery Charging Procedure If the battery requires charging, follow the procedures below using the GR8 Battery Diagnostic Station. 1. Connect the charger cables to the positive (+) and negative (–) battery terminals. 2. Plug the charger into the 110V outlet and turn the switch to the ON position. Figure 13. 3. Select appropriate USER ID (if applicable) and press Next. 4. Enter USER PIN (if applicable) and press Next. Figure 14. NOTE For details on defining USER ID or PIN, refer to the GR8 Instruction Manual. © 2016 Lexus, a division of Toyota Motor Sales, USA Page 8 of 14 L-SB-0023-16 June 22, 2016 Battery Maintenance During PDS Battery Charging Procedure (Continued) 5. Press Next when the HELLO screen appears to proceed to the Main Menu. Figure 15. 6. Select Diagnostic from the Main Menu screen and press Select. Figure 16. 7. Select In Vehicle and press Next. Figure 17. © 2016 Lexus, a division of Toyota Motor Sales, USA Page 9 of 14 L-SB-0023-16 June 22, 2016 Battery Maintenance During PDS Battery Charging Procedure (Continued) 8. Select CCA and press Next. Figure 18. NOTE The battery can be tested using either CCA or JIS. If JIS is selected, go to Step 11. 9. Select the appropriate battery type and press Next. Figure 19. © 2016 Lexus, a division of Toyota Motor Sales, USA Page 10 of 14 L-SB-0023-16 June 22, 2016 Battery Maintenance During PDS Battery Charging Procedure (Continued) 10. Enter the appropriate battery rating and press Next. Figure 20. 11. Select JIS Number and press Next. Figure 21. The battery will be tested before charging will occur. Figure 22. The progress bar fills in across the screen while testing. © 2016 Lexus, a division of Toyota Motor Sales, USA Page 11 of 14 L-SB-0023-16 June 22, 2016 Battery Maintenance During PDS Battery Charging Procedure (Continued) Testing (continued). 12. Charging recommended (Yes). Figure 23. Figure 24. Charging will continue now. © 2016 Lexus, a division of Toyota Motor Sales, USA Page 12 of 14 L-SB-0023-16 June 22, 2016 Page 13 of 14 Battery Maintenance During PDS Battery Charging Results Once the test completes, proceed with one the procedures below according to the BATTERY CONDITION results. A. Battery Condition: “GOOD BATTERY” Return the battery to service. B. Battery Condition: “REPLACE BATTERY” Replace the battery. Print the RESULTS screen for WARRANTY CODE by pressing Print. NOTE A REPLACE BATTERY result may also mean a poor connection between the battery cables and the battery. Retest the battery using the out-of-vehicle test before replacing it. C. BATTERY CONDITION: “BAD CELL REPLACE” Replace the battery. The decision indicates a bad cell within the battery. Print the RESULTS screen for WARRANTY CODE by pressing Print. Battery Replacement Procedure If a vehicle battery needs to be replaced for a warrantable condition, complete a Warranty Battery Label and affix it to the failed battery for proper warranty parts and claim processing. Include the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) and warranty code on the Warranty Battery Label. Figure 25. © 2016 Lexus, a division of Toyota Motor Sales, USA L-SB-0023-16 June 22, 2016 Page 14 of 14 Battery Maintenance During PDS Recommended Battery Maintenance In addition to this NEW pre-delivery battery test, a monthly battery inspection is still required for stored vehicles. If your dealership is located in an area subject to extreme temperatures (hot or cold), periodic maintenance may need to be performed more frequently. Refer to long term storage guidelines. To reduce parasitic battery drain on vehicles in storage for 1 week or more, the negative (–) battery cable should ALWAYS be disconnected to reduce battery discharge. When the negative (–) battery cable is reconnected, check and reset electrical components, such as the clock, radio, etc., and re-initialize ALL applicable systems/functions. Refer to the appropriate model and year service bulletins for specific details. © 2016 Lexus, a division of Toyota Motor Sales, USA