2002 Lexus ES300 service bulletins & manufacturer communications
97 manufacturer communications are on file with NHTSA for the 2002 Lexus ES300. TSBs are repair guidance for dealers — they are not recalls, and repairs are not automatically free.
Technical service bulletin 97
- Acid rain results from rainwater or other airborne moisture that become acidic due to industrial chemical impurities in the atmosphere. If these acidic compounds settle on an expos…L-SB-0022-24 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Apr 19, 2024
- Lexus vehicles are currently protected with RapgardTM protective film designed to protect the horizontal painted surfaces. This material protects from acid rain, environmental fall…L-SB-0021-24 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Apr 19, 2024
- Vehicles may occasionally be subjected to contamination by airborne iron particles shed from railroad tracks, train wheels, exposure to heavy machinery facilities, grinding, weldin…L-SB-0020-24 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Apr 19, 2024
- Acid rain results from rainwater or other airborne moisture that become acidic due to industrial chemical impurities in the atmosphere. If these acidic compounds settle on an expos…L-SB-0022-24 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Apr 19, 2024
- Lexus vehicles are currently protected with RapgardTM protective film designed to protect the horizontal painted surfaces. This material protects from acid rain, environmental fall…L-SB-0021-24 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Apr 19, 2024
- Vehicles may occasionally be subjected to contamination by airborne iron particles shed from railroad tracks, train wheels, exposure to heavy machinery facilities, grinding, weldin…L-SB-0020-24 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Apr 19, 2024
- Lexus Safety Recall and Service Campaign - Technician Certification Requirements 4.13.2022Safety Recall 22 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Apr 13, 2022
- POL: This consolidated Tire Warranty Guide contains the complete warranty terms for all brands of ground and spare tires currently in use by Lexus. This information must be kept ne…Lexus PRO19-02 - · Technical service bulletin · Wheels · issued Jan 12, 2022
- 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 f…L-SB-0002-20 Rev · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Aug 5, 2020
- 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 f…L-SB-0002-20 Rev · Technical service bulletin · Engine · issued Aug 5, 2020
- TSB: OBSOLETE NOTICE June 23, 2020: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see L-SB-0023-20.L-SB-0174-08 Obs · Technical service bulletin · Steering · issued Jun 23, 2020
- TSB: SUPERSESSION NOTICE The information contained in this bulletin supersedes Service Bulletin Nos. ST004-01, SU001-08, and L-SB-0174-08. The aforementioned bulletins are obsolete…L-SB-0023-20 · Technical service bulletin · Wheels · issued Jun 23, 2020
- Safety Recall and Service Campaign - Technician Certification RequirementsLexus Safety Re · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued May 1, 2020
- TSB: OBSOLETE NOTICE April 06, 2020: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see L-SB-0008-20. Replacement Certification Labels and VIN PlatesL-SB-0179-17 Obs · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Apr 6, 2020
- 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…L-SB-0008-20 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Apr 6, 2020
- TSB: OBSOLETE NOTICE January 22, 2018: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see L-SB-0001-18.L-SB-0021-14_Obs · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jan 24, 2018
- TSB: Replacement Certification Labels. OBSOLETE NOTICE November 28, 2017: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see L-SB-0179-17.L-SB-0048-08 Obs · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Dec 5, 2017
- TSB: Revision Notice: Applicability section has been updated to include 2016-2017 applicable model year Lexus vehicles. The Repair Procedure section, Required Tools & Equipment sec…L-SB-0021-14 Rev · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Sep 19, 2016
- 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 ke…L-SB-0025-14 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jul 7, 2015
- LSB: When servicing interior electrical switches and components, please note the precautions in this bulletin to avoid damaging electrical components and switches. Many lubricants,…L-SB-0066-11 Rev · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Apr 10, 2015
- LSB: When servicing interior electrical switches and components, please note the precautions in this bulletin to avoid damaging electrical components and switches. Many lubricants,…L-SB-0066-11 Rev · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Apr 10, 2015
- 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 ke…L-SB-0025-14 Rev · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Nov 14, 2014
- 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 proce…L-SB-0021-14 Rev · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Oct 23, 2014
- Auto matic Transmission Replacement kPrecautionsLSB008214 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Oct 16, 2014
- TSB: OBSOLETE NOTICE-October 16, 2014: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see L-SB-0082-14.L-SB-0041-11 Rev · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Oct 16, 2014
- TSB: The purpose of this service bulletin is to provide information regarding the installation of the correct torque converter bolts during automatic transmission/transaxle assembl…L-SB-0007-11 Rev · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Oct 16, 2014
- 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 transmis…L-SB-0082-14 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Oct 16, 2014
- 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 ke…L-SB-0025-14 Rev · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jul 25, 2014
- Immobilizer and Smart Key ResetLSB002514B · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jul 7, 2014
- Immobilizer and Smart Key ResetLSB002514A · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jul 7, 2014
- TSB: OBSOLETE NOTICE: July 7, 2014: This bulletin is now obsolete.L-SB-002-01 - OB · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Jul 7, 2014
- Immobilizer and Smart Key Reset.LSB002514 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jul 4, 2014
- Techstream ECU Flash Reprogramming Procedure.LSB002114 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jun 12, 2014
- TSB: OBSOLETE NOTICE-June 12, 2014: This bulletin is now obsolete.L-SB-0015-10 Rev · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Jun 12, 2014
- 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 proce…L-SB-0021-14 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jun 12, 2014
- 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 …L-TT-0111-13 · Technical service bulletin · Air Bags · issued Jan 16, 2014
- Windshield Wiper Blade Maintenance and cleaningLSB009213B · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Dec 19, 2013
- This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see L-SB-0092-13.L-BO-004-05 Obso · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Dec 19, 2013
- The following procedures are recommended during routine maintenance or in the event of a customer concern for wiper performance.L-SB-0092-13 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Dec 19, 2013
- 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 mate…L-SB-0143-11 Rev · Technical service bulletin · Seats · issued Nov 10, 2013
- Adhesive & sealant cross reference InformationL-TT-0031-10 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Nov 7, 2013
- Spots in Window Glass - vehicle exteriorLTT014513 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Nov 2, 2013
- This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see L-SB-0082-14.L-SB-0041-11 Rev · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Oct 1, 2013
- Brake Pedal Force Gauge SST for Parking Brake Inspection.LSB001013 · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes · issued Feb 21, 2013
- 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. This…L-SB-0010-13 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Feb 21, 2013
- 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 a…Lexus Floor Mat · Technical service bulletin · Equipment Adaptive/mobility · issued Jan 25, 2013
- 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…L-SB-0015-10 Rev · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jan 23, 2013
- 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. If a customer expres…L-TT-0111-13 · Technical service bulletin · Air Bags · issued Jan 16, 2013
- When servicing interior electrical switches and components, please note the precautions in this bulletin to avoid damaging electrical components and switches. Many lubricants, clea…L-SB-0066-11 Rev · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jan 16, 2013
- 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 i…LSB-0143-11 · Technical service bulletin · Seats · issued Nov 10, 2011
- Lexus: techstream ecu flash reprogramming procedure. Flash reprogramming allows the ecu software to be updated without replacing the ecu. Flash calibration updates for specific veh…LSB-0015-10 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Feb 4, 2010
- Rattle/squeak noise caused by moon roof weatherstrip sticking to the body. *tt00504 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued May 12, 2004
- Excessive sulfur dioxide odor. *tt00504 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued May 10, 2004
- Front brake component identification. *tt00304 · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · issued May 7, 2004
- Rear door trim panel lower seal rattle. *tt00404 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued May 3, 2004
- The proper identification of the 7 solenoids used in the u150e/u151e/u151f transmissions. *tt00304 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Apr 6, 2004
- Repair manual correction. Diagnostic - sfi system. *tt3272 · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Mar 8, 2004
- Rear package tray sunshade binding. *mr00304 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Feb 18, 2004
- A rattle or tick noise from the base of the windshield. The cowl cover (louver sub-assembly) has been modified to improve this condition. *tt00104 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Jan 22, 2004
- Rattle from below the rear package tray area or behind the rear seat back while driving. 2004 es330 as well. *tt01103 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Oct 27, 2003
- Front door power window regulators may deform after use. *tt00903 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Oct 15, 2003
- Engine control module (ecm) calibration - shifting enhancement - revised. *tt 2nd revision. *ttTC00403 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Aug 4, 2003
- Engine control module (ecm) calibration - shifting enhancement. *ttTC00403 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Aug 4, 2003
- Supplemental restraint system. Repair manual correction. 00245-rm911-u1. *tt3157 · Technical service bulletin · Air Bags · issued Jul 31, 2003
- Re-calibration of compass. *tt00403 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued May 23, 2003
- Seatback board improvement. *tt *jb00303 · Technical service bulletin · Seats · issued May 19, 2003
- Creak noise at top of windshield and/or back window glass. Recommended repair procedure. *tt00403 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Apr 25, 2003
- Increased effort to confirm the position of the combination meter gauge needles in direct sunlight. *tt00103 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jan 23, 2003
- Front brake vibration. *tt00202 · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · issued Dec 24, 2002
- Rear interior door trim panel rattle. *tt2200302 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Nov 20, 2002
- Suspension ball joint inspection method. *tt01202 · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · issued Oct 11, 2002
- Immobilizer key code reset. *scc00201 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Aug 26, 2002
- Subject regarding front coil spring creaking noise. *ttSU00602 · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · issued Aug 13, 2002
- Subject regarding heat shield rattle noise. *ttNV00102 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Aug 6, 2002
- Some customers may complain that the steering wheel will not return to the up position after the tilt lever is moved to the release position. *ttEL00802 · Technical service bulletin · Steering · issued Jul 12, 2002
- Subject regarding clarification of radio faceplate removal. *ttAU00302 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jul 2, 2002
- Information regarding a revised valve body assembly developed to improve harsh 2-3 shift during wide open throttle (wot) acceleration at elevations above 3000 feet. *ttTC00202 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Jun 28, 2002
- Lexus repair manual correction for the electric wiring diagram. *tt270602 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jun 27, 2002
- This bulletin supplements the 2002 es300 repair manual regarding the driver's side junction block no. 2 plate assembly and includes serviceability information. *ttEL00502 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued May 3, 2002
- Malfunction indicator light on with diagnostic trouble codes p1130, p1135, p1150 or p1155 set. *ttEG00102 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Apr 23, 2002
- This bulletin states that some mark levinson amplifiers may not produce sound when the audio system is on. *ttAU00202 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Apr 2, 2002
- On some vehicles, the gas cap may stick and consequently become difficult to remove. *ttEG00302 · Technical service bulletin · Fuel System, Gasoline · issued Feb 8, 2002
- Information regarding gas cap sticking. *yhEG00302 · Technical service bulletin · Fuel System, Gasoline · issued Feb 8, 2002
- Malfunction indicator light on with diagnostic trouble codes p1130, p1135, p1150 or p1155 as a result of an air fuel sensor. *ttEG00102 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Jan 18, 2002
- Subject regarding heat shield rattle. *ttNV00102 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Jan 18, 2002
- Repair manual supplement - vehicle pulling to one side. All lexus 2002 - 2006 models. *tt all '02 - '07 models. Lexus. *tt00401 · Technical service bulletin · Steering · issued Dec 21, 2001
- Special service campaign involving replacement of driver's side airbag. *tt1LG · Technical service bulletin · Air Bags · issued Dec 17, 2001
- Special service campaigns involving inspection and/or replacement of the left front brake tube. *tt1LF · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · issued Dec 17, 2001
- Subject regarding the left front brake tube may have been deformed prior to delivery.. *slcSSC1LF · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · issued Dec 17, 2001
- Information on reducing potential squeak and rattle noses from the interior of the vehicle. *ttNV01001 · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Dec 7, 2001
- Some vehicles drivers side front airbag module cover may be torn away and the bottom portion of the cover may detach. *slcSSC1LG · Technical service bulletin · Air Bags · issued Dec 4, 2001
- Subject regarding air conditioner compressor shaft seal repair. *slcAC00201 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Nov 16, 2001
- Initial calibration of compass during pre-delivery service. *tt02501 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Aug 17, 2001
- Initial calibration of compass during pre-delivery service. *tt02501 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Aug 17, 2001
- Information on preventing damage to the underside of the bumper, spring spacer are installed on the front suspension coil springs.*jbPG02601 · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · issued Aug 17, 2001
- This bulletin outlines the initialization procedure for the moon roof.*jbPG02301 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Aug 17, 2001
- Information on minimizing battery discharge during transporation and storage, the d.c.c. Fuse has been removed at the assembly plant.*jbPG02401 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Aug 17, 2001