TSB018217

T-SB-0182-17
January 6, 2017
Interior Electrical Component Precautions
Service
Category
General
Section
Maintenance
Market USA
Applicability
YEAR(S)
MODEL(S)
1988 - 2017
4Runner, 86, Avalon, Avalon
HV, Camry, Camry HV,
Celica, Corolla, Cressida,
Echo, FJ Cruiser,
Highlander, Highlander HV,
iA, iM, Land Cruiser, Matrix,
Mirai, MR2, MR2 Spyder,
Paseo, Pickup, Previa,
Prius, Prius C, Prius PHV,
Prius Prime, Prius V, RAV4,
RAV4 EV, RAV4 HV,
Sequoia, Sienna, Solara,
Supra, T100, Tacoma,
Tercel, Truck, Tundra, Van,
Venza, Yaris
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
SUPERSESSION NOTICE
The information contained in this bulletin supersedes SB No. T-SB-0101-11.
Applicability has been updated to include 2016 – 2017 model year vehicles.
Service Bulletin No. T-SB-0101-11 is Obsolete and any printed versions should be discarded.
Be sure to review the entire content of this bulletin before proceeding.
Introduction
When servicing interior electrical switches and components, please note the precautions in this
bulletin to avoid damaging electrical components and switches. Many lubricants, cleaners, and
automotive chemicals contain silicone or other compounds that may contaminate electrical
contacts, and therefore increase electrical resistance and decrease switch performance. The use
of any cleaners or fluids may increase the risk of further damage to electrical components.
Warranty Information
OP CODE
DESCRIPTION
TIME
OFP
T1
T2
N/A
Not Applicable to Warranty
–
–
–
–
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Interior Electrical Component Precautions
Precautions
The following precautions MUST be followed to avoid damage to interior electrical components:

DO NOT spray chemicals, lubricants, preservatives, or cleaners directly onto, into, or in the
vicinity of electrical components (i.e., brake light, combination, cruise, door lock, window
switches, HVAC blower motor, or J/B in engine compartment).

DO NOT attempt to clean a switch that has had liquid spilled on it (i.e., coffee, soda, juice, etc.)
with cleaners or lubricants. The affected switch should be replaced.

DO NOT attempt to repair a malfunctioning switch. Replace it. The use of any cleaning fluids
may cause additional damage.

DO NOT use sprays containing silicone on or near any switches. This could contaminate the
contacts in the switch and lead to a malfunction.

DO NOT use upholstery steam cleaning equipment inside the vehicle, as water vapor could
condense inside of electrical components and damage them.
© 2016 Toyota Motor Sales, USA
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January 6, 2017
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Interior Electrical Component Precautions
Precautions (Continued)
NOTICE
These are a few examples of the electrical components to avoid damage to.
Figure 1.
1
2
8
5
7
6
3
4
1
Headlight Dimmer Switch
7
Instrumental Panel Switch
2
Wiper Switch
8
Starter Switch
3
Power Window Master Switch
9
Remote Operation Switch
(Not represented in Figure 1)
4
Stop Light Switch
10
Front/Rear Door Armrest
(Not represented in Figure 1)
5
Audio
11
Console Rear End Panel (Rear A/C)
(Not represented in Figure 1)
6
Heater Control Switch
© 2016 Toyota Motor Sales, USA