2014 Scion TC service bulletins & manufacturer communications

87 manufacturer communications are on file with NHTSA for the 2014 Scion TC. TSBs are repair guidance for dealers — they are not recalls, and repairs are not automatically free.

• TT: HVAC drain tube is found to be blocked/clogged.
  S-TT-0117-20 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Dec 11, 2020
• DL: Toyota plans to send Safety Recall Follow-Up Notices for the above referenced campaigns to remind owners whose vehicles have not yet had campaign repairs completed.
  20R001 Toyota Cu · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jul 15, 2020
• TSB: OBSOLETE NOTICE December 20, 2019: This bulletin is no longer applicable and is now obsolete.
  S-S-0003-14_Obso · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Dec 20, 2019
• TSB: REVISION NOTICE August 23, 2017 Rev1: ? Applicability has been updated to include 2015 model year xB vehicles, 2015 ? 2016 model year tC vehicles, and 2016 model year iM vehic…
  S-SB-0012-14-Rev · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Aug 29, 2017
• TSB: REVISION NOTICE November 10, 2016 Rev1: ? Applicability has been updated to include 2015 model year xB vehicles, 2016 model year iM vehicles, and 2015 ? 2016 tC vehicles. ? Th…
  S-SB-0035-13 Rev · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Nov 10, 2016
• SSB: While a vehicle is in inventory, the battery is subject to conditions that can reduce its performance and life. Batteries can become discharged due to an extended storage peri…
  S-SB-0012-15 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jun 29, 2015
• SSB: While a vehicle is in inventory, the battery is subject to conditions that can reduce its performance and life. Batteries can become discharged due to an extended storage peri…
  S-SB-0012-15 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jun 29, 2015
• TT: iPhone text messages do not appear on multi media display.
  S-TT-0094-15 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jun 16, 2015
• TT: iPhone text messages do not appear on multi media display.
  S-TT-0094-15 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jun 16, 2015
• SB: 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 proced…
  S-SB-0015-14 Rev · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued May 26, 2015
• SB: 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 proced…
  S-SB-0015-14 Rev · Technical service bulletin · Engine · issued May 26, 2015
• SSB: Scion models equipped with the BeSpoke® Premium Audio featuring Aha? require a Special Service Tool (SST) USB drive to update the map, points of interest, Gracenote®, and syst…
  S-SB-0003-14 Rev · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued May 20, 2015
• SSB: Scion models equipped with the BeSpoke® Premium Audio featuring Aha? require a Special Service Tool (SST) USB drive to update the map, points of interest, Gracenote®, and syst…
  S-SB-0003-14 Rev · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued May 20, 2015
• SSB: The procedure in this bulletin is a general guideline on how to properly diagnose the air conditioning system after a component failure. Refer to the applicable Repair Manual …
  S-SB-0005-15 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued May 13, 2015
• SSB: The procedure in this bulletin is a general guideline on how to properly diagnose the air conditioning system after a component failure. Refer to the applicable Repair Manual …
  S-SB-0005-15 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued May 13, 2015
• SSB: Some 2013 - 2015 model year Scion vehicles equipped with BeSpoke® Premium Audio featuring Aha(version less than 14.1.0) may exhibit one or more of the following conditions: * …
  S-SB-0004-15 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Apr 21, 2015
• SSB: Some 2013 - 2015 model year Scion vehicles equipped with BeSpoke® Premium Audio featuring Aha (version less than 14.1.0) may exhibit one or more of the following conditions: *…
  S-SB-0004-15 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Apr 21, 2015
• SSB: When servicing interior electrical switches and components, please note the precautions in this bulletin to avoid damaging electrical components and switches. Many lubricants,…
  S-SB-0023-11 Rev · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Apr 10, 2015
• SSB: When servicing interior electrical switches and components, please note the precautions in this bulletin to avoid damaging electrical components and switches. Many lubricants,…
  S-SB-0023-11 Rev · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Apr 10, 2015
• SSB: On some vehicles, when Rapgard is removed, the paint may have a stained appearance. These stains appear to be under the clear coat (repainting this area is not necessary). The…
  S-SB-0002-15 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Feb 11, 2015
• SSB: On some vehicles, when Rapgard is removed, the paint may have a stained appearance. These stains appear to be under the clear coat (repainting this area is not necessary). The…
  S-SB-0002-15 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Feb 11, 2015
• TT: Some vehicles equipped with Display Audio may exhibit a condition where the touch screen is inoperative.
  S-TT-0090-15 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jan 30, 2015
• TT: Some vehicles equipped with Display Audio may exhibit a condition where the touch screen is inoperative.
  S-TT-0090-15 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jan 30, 2015
• Automatic/Continuously Variable Transmission Replacement Precautions
  S SB 0024 14A · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Oct 16, 2014
• TSB: OBSOLETE NOTICE-October 16, 2014: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see S-SB-0024-14.
  S-SB-0020-11 Rev · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Oct 16, 2014
• TSB: The purpose of this bulletin is to assist in the identification and location of serial numbers on 2006 - 2014 model year remanufactured automatic transmissions.
  S-SB-0041-08 Rev · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Oct 16, 2014
• TSB: The purpose of this service bulletin is to provide precautions to follow when installing an automatic transmission/transaxle assembly to avoid MIL "ON," shifting issues, and/o…
  S-SB-0024-14 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Oct 16, 2014
• TSB: World Standard (WS) Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) was introduced to reduce maintenance costs and increase the mileage between scheduled maintenance checks. Here are some …
  S-SB-0005-11 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…
  S-SB-0003-11 Rev · Technical service bulletin · Wheels · issued Oct 16, 2014
• TSB: The purpose of this bulletin is to assist in the identification and location of serial numbers on 2006 - 2014 model year automatic transmissions.
  S-SB-0040-08 Rev · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Sep 30, 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…
  S-SB-0017-14 Rev · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jul 25, 2014
• TSB: Some 2011 ? 2014 model year tC vehicles may exhibit a condition where water is leaking from the HVAC system. This can be caused by the HVAC drain tube becoming clogged with de…
  S-SB-0026-13 Rev · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jul 23, 2014
• Tech Tip: Starting with the 2010 Model Year, Scion began a gradual transition to the use of synthetic 0w20 viscosity engine oil. There are multiple benefits of this oil including: …
  S-TT-0073-13 Rev · Technical service bulletin · Engine · issued Jul 8, 2014
• Summary to be provided on a future date.
  S-TT-0073-13 · Technical service bulletin · Engine · issued Jul 8, 2014
• Immobilizer and Smart Key Reset
  S SB 0017 14A · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jul 7, 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…
  S-SB-0017-14 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jul 7, 2014
• TSB: OBSOLETE NOTICE-June 6, 2014: This bulletin is now obsolete.
  S-SB-0003-10 Rev · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Jun 6, 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…
  S-SB-0015-14 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jun 6, 2014
• Some vehicles in particular geographic areas may exhibit a condition where the HVAC Evaporator Drain Hose has become obstructed with an insect nest. An insect repellent drain hose …
  S-SB-0012-14 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Apr 29, 2014
• Some vehicles in particular geographic areas may exhibit a condition where the HVAC Evaporator Drain Hose has become obstructed with an insect nest. An insect repellent drain hose …
  S-SB-0012-14 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Apr 29, 2014
• Summary to be provided on a future date.
  S-SB-0012-14 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Apr 29, 2014
• Some 2013 ? 2014 model year FR-S vehicles may exhibit multiple concerns from the Outer Weatherstrip (belt molding). The cross section of the weatherstrip has been revised to limit …
  S-SB-0009-14 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Apr 23, 2014
• Some 2013 ? 2014 model year FR-S vehicles may exhibit multiple concerns from the Outer Weatherstrip (belt molding). The cross section of the weatherstrip has been revised to limit …
  S-SB-0009-14 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Apr 23, 2014
• To minimize possible damage to the tire pressure warning valve and transmitter, the following guidelines she be practiced when dismounting or mounting tires onto wheels that contai…
  S-TT-0077-14 · Technical service bulletin · Tires · issued Mar 6, 2014
• Summary to be provided on a future date.
  S-TT-0077-14 · Technical service bulletin · Tires · issued Mar 6, 2014
• Scion models equipped with the BeSpoke® Premium Audio featuring Aha? require a Special Service Tool (SST) USB drive to update the map, points of interest, Gracenote®, and system so…
  S-SB-0003-14 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Feb 11, 2014
• Summary to be provided on a future date.
  S-SB-0003-14 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Feb 11, 2014
• Scion 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 …
  S-TT-0059-13 · Technical service bulletin · Air Bags · issued Jan 14, 2014
• Summary to be provided on a future date.
  S-TT-0059-13 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jan 14, 2014
• The following procedures are recommended during routine maintenance or in the event of a customer concern for wiper performance.
  S-SB-0042-13 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility/wiper · issued Dec 19, 2013
• All Scion models may include side airbags as optional equipment. Scion does NOT recommend replacement of original seat covers with non-Scion leather or other seat cover materials o…
  S-SB-0037-11 Rev · Technical service bulletin · Air Bags · issued Nov 10, 2013
• The appearance of spots in tempered glass (when viewed at certain angles) is the result of the heat treating and quick quenching process during manufacturing.
  S-TT-0075-13 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Oct 28, 2013
• Summary to be provided on a future date.
  S-TT-0075-13 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Oct 28, 2013
• Due to the improved performance and durability of 0w-20 synthetic oil, Scion has extended the oil change intervals to 10,000 miles for vehicles that require this oil (except for FR…
  S-TT-0073-13 · Technical service bulletin · Engine · issued Oct 3, 2013
• Summary to be provided on a future date.
  S-TT-0073-13 · Technical service bulletin · Engine · issued Oct 3, 2013
• The purpose of this service bulletin is to provide precautions to follow when installing an automatic transmission/transaxle assembly to avoid MIL ?ON,? shifting issues, and/or tra…
  S-SB-0020-11 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Oct 1, 2013
• Some customers may complain of a loose windshield molding or noise while driving as a result of a loose molding.
  S-TT-0070-13 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Sep 17, 2013
• Summary to be provided on a future date.
  S-TT-0070-13 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Sep 17, 2013
• To receive satellite radio functions after the initial trial period has expired, the customer must enter into a contract with XM Satellite Radio Inc. After entering into a contract…
  S-TT-0069-13 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Sep 13, 2013
• Summary to be provided on a future date.
  S-TT-0069-13 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Sep 13, 2013
• Some 2008 ? 2016 model year Scion vehicles may exhibit odors naturally occurring from the HVAC system and/or related environmental factors. Although there is no way to eliminate th…
  S-SB-0035-13 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Sep 12, 2013
• Summary to be provided on a future date.
  S-SB-0035-13 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Sep 12, 2013
• Summary to be provided on a future date.
  S-TT-0069-13 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Aug 27, 2013
• Summary to be provided on a future date.
  S-TT-0002-10 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Aug 1, 2013
• Tips for writing a DPR (Dealer Product Report) on manufacturing issues for windows and windshields.
  S-TT-0067-13 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Jul 31, 2013
• Summary to be provided on a future date.
  S-TT-0067-13 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Jul 31, 2013
• Certain service publications, Technical Service Bulletins, Service Campaign Technical Instructions and Service & Parts Operation Communication Bulletins may reference specifically …
  S-TT-0017-10 Rev · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jul 25, 2013
• Prior to tire rotation use the quick reference chart below to verify the size of the lug nut and the lug nut torque specifications. The quick reference chart is applicable to curre…
  S-TT-0032-11 Rev · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jul 3, 2013
• Summary to be provided on a future date.
  S-SB-0026-13 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jul 2, 2013
• Please refer to the following recommendations for the best practices for vehicle tire rotations.
  S-TT-0032-11 Rev · Technical service bulletin · Tires · issued May 22, 2013
• Customer retention and proper maintenance of vehicles has been a major focus for Toyota and Scion. To help remind customers that regular oil changes are essential to the proper mai…
  S-SB-0023-13 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued May 20, 2013
• 2014 pre-delivery service check sheet
  S-SB-0022-13 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued May 20, 2013
• Summary to be provided on a future date.
  S-SB-0023-13 · Technical service bulletin · Engine · issued May 20, 2013
• California (CA), Federal (FED), and 50 State Certified emission control underhood labels (emission labels) may be obtained through your dealership?s Parts Department utilizing stan…
  S-SB-0019-13 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued May 16, 2013
• Summary to be provided on a future date.
  S-SB-0019-13 · Technical service bulletin · Engine · issued May 16, 2013
• Some 2013 ? 2014 model year vehicles are equipped with a Smart Key system, which allows the customer to enter and start the vehicle without using a mechanical key. To ensure the sy…
  S-SB-0006-12 Rev · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued May 9, 2013
• 2014 model year vehicles are equipped with driver?s side floor mat retaining clips to secure the floor mat in the correct position. In addition, some models may utilize retaining c…
  S-SB-0016-13 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment Adaptive/mobility · issued May 8, 2013
• Summary to be provided on a future date.
  S-SB-0016-13 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued May 8, 2013
• Long-term or off-site storage requires special care to keep vehicles factory fresh and ready for delivery. The following guidelines should be performed to minimize vehicle componen…
  S-SB-0005-12 Rev · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued May 6, 2013
• Summary to be provided on a future date.
  2014 TC · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued May 1, 2013
• Starting with the 2010 model year, Scion began a gradual transition to the use of synthetic 0w-20 viscosity engine oil. There are multiple benefits of this oil.
  S-TT-0002-10 Rev · Technical service bulletin · Engine · issued Apr 10, 2013
• Summary to be provided on a future date.
  S-TT-0002-10 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Apr 10, 2013
• If a creak, tick, or rattle noise is heard at the top of the windshield, the source of the noise may be the two windshield stoppers bonded to the top of the windshield. This bullet…
  S-SB-0036-08 Rev · Technical service bulletin · Back Over Prevention · issued Apr 2, 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…
  S-SB-0003-10 Rev · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jan 23, 2013
• Summary to be provided on a future date.
  S-SB-0006-12 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued May 3, 2012
• Summary to be provided on a future date.
  S-SB-0020-11 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Jul 31, 2011
• Summary to be provided on a future date.
  S-SB-003-10 · Technical service bulletin · Engine · issued Feb 4, 2010