1998 Toyota Avalon service bulletins & manufacturer communications

78 manufacturer communications are on file with NHTSA for the 1998 Toyota Avalon. TSBs are repair guidance for dealers — they are not recalls, and repairs are not automatically free.

• OBSOLETE NOTICE January 22, 2024: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0057-18.
  T-SB-0043-14 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jan 22, 2024
• TSB: Replacement certification labels (the vinyl label installed on the driver door or door post) and VIN plates (the metal plate riveted to dashboard) (see Figure 1) for most 1979…
  TSB003220 · Technical service bulletin · Vehicle Speed Control · issued Aug 17, 2023
• 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…
  T-SB-0057-18 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued May 30, 2023
• TT: Some Toyota vehicles installed with Toyota Complete Maintenance Care (TCMC) brake pads may exhibit a groan or squeak noise in various driving conditions
  TTT063620 · Technical service bulletin · Back Over Prevention · issued Mar 17, 2022
• POL: This consolidated Tire Warranty Guide contains the complete warranty terms for all brands of ground and spare tires currently in use by Toyota. This information must be kept n…
  Toyota PRO19-02 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jan 12, 2022
• Toyota Safety Recall and Service Campaign - Technician Certification Requirements
  Toyota Safety Re · Technical service bulletin · Air Bags · issued Mar 17, 2021
• TT: Some Toyota vehicles installed with Toyota Complete Maintenance Care (TCMC) brake pads may exhibit a groan or squeak noise in various driving conditions.
  T-TT-0636-20 Rev · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes · issued Mar 12, 2021
• TSB: Replacement certification labels (the vinyl label installed on the driver door or door post) and VIN plates (the metal plate riveted to dashboard) (see Figure 1) for most 1979…
  T-SB-0032-20 Rev · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Feb 3, 2021
• TT: Some Toyota vehicles installed with Toyota Complete Maintenance Care (TCMC) brake pads may exhibit a groan or squeak noise in various driving conditions.
  T-TT-0636-20 · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes · issued Dec 14, 2020
• TT: Some Toyota vehicles installed with Toyota Complete Maintenance Care (TCMC) brake pads may exhibit a groan or squeak noise in various driving conditions.
  T-TT-0636-20 · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · issued Dec 14, 2020
• TSB: OBSOLETE NOTICE April 07, 2020: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0032-20. Replacement Certification Labels and VIN Plates
  T-SB-0304-17 Obs · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Apr 7, 2020
• TSB: SUPERSESSION NOTICE The information contained in this bulletin supersedes Service Bulletin Nos. PG021-88, PG015-89, PG0015-90, PG002-91, PG002-93, PG005-97, PG007-01, PG007-07…
  T-SB-0032-20 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Apr 6, 2020
• Technical Service Bulletin: OBSOLETE NOTICE: July 31, 2018: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0304-17.
  PG006-01-Obsolet · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Aug 31, 2018
• Technical Service Bulletin: OBSOLETE NOTICE: July 31, 2018: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0304-17.
  PG004-97-Obsolet · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Aug 31, 2018
• TSB: REVISION NOTICE July 31, 2018 Rev2: ? The Supersession Notice has been updated. January 11, 2018 Rev1: ? The Supersession Notice has been updated. Any previous printed version…
  T-SB-0304-17_Rev · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jul 31, 2018
• TSB: SUPERSESSION NOTICE The information contained in this bulletin supersedes Service Bulletin No. T-SB-0043-14. ? Applicability has been updated to include 2017 ? 2018 model year…
  T-SB-0057-18 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jul 6, 2018
• TSB: SUPERSESSION NOTICE The information contained in this bulletin supersedes Service Bulletin Nos. PG021-88, PG015-89, PG0015-90, PG002-91, PG002-93, PG005-97, PG007-01, PG007-07…
  T-SB-0304-17_Rev · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jan 11, 2018
• TSB: OBSOLETE NOTICE November 21, 2017: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0304-17.
  T-SB-0144-08_Obs · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Nov 21, 2017
• TSB: Vehicle replacement certification labels (the vinyl label installed on the driver door or door post) and VIN plates (the metal plate riveted to dashboard) may be available fro…
  T-SB-0304-17 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Oct 27, 2017
• TSB: REVISION NOTICE July 20, 2017 Rev1: Applicability has been updated to exclude 2007 ? 2017 model year Avanza vehicles. Some hazardous material treatment and handling regulation…
  T-SB-0218-17_Rev · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jul 20, 2017
• TSB: 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. Servi…
  TSB018217 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jan 6, 2017
• Update on Technician Certification Requirements.
  Safety Recall an · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jul 21, 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…
  T-SB-0043-14 Rev · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jul 23, 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…
  T-SB-0043-14 Rev · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jul 23, 2015
• TSB: When servicing interior electrical switches and components, please note the precautions in this bulletin to avoid damaging electrical components and switches. Many lubricants,…
  T-SB-0101-11 Rev · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Apr 10, 2015
• TSB: When servicing interior electrical switches and components, please note the precautions in this bulletin to avoid damaging electrical components and switches. Many lubricants,…
  T-SB-0101-11 Rev · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Apr 10, 2015
• 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…
  T-SB-0014-11 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…
  T-SB-0134-14 · 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…
  T-SB-0043-14 Rev · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jul 25, 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…
  T-SB-0043-14 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jul 7, 2014
• Tech Tip: Low battery voltage can contribute to a MIL "ON" condition for P0335 (Crankshaft Position Sensor Circuit) and/or P0340 (Camshaft Position Sensor Circuit) due to inconsist…
  T-TT-0010-10 Rev · Technical service bulletin · Engine · issued May 1, 2014
• A key part to maintain the proper function and safe operation of the vehicle's braking system is to perform a visual inspection when installing brake pads, calipers, and discs. The…
  T-TT-0132-11 · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · issued Feb 5, 2014
• Toyota 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…
  T-TT-0213-13 · Technical service bulletin · Air Bags · issued Jan 14, 2014
• This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0185-13.
  TS-BO030-01 Obso · Technical service bulletin · Visibility/wiper · issued Dec 19, 2013
• The following procedures are recommended during routine maintenance or in the event of a customer concern for wiper performance.
  T-SB-0185-13 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Dec 19, 2013
• Beginning in 1998, Toyota introduced side airbags as optional equipment. Toyota does NOT recommend replacement of original seat covers with non-Toyota leather or other seat cover m…
  T-SB-0122-11 Rev · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Nov 4, 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…
  T-SB-0071-11 Rev · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Oct 1, 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…
  T-SB-0141-13 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Sep 9, 2013
• Summary to be provided on a future date.
  T-SB-0141-13 · Technical service bulletin · Parking Brake · issued Sep 9, 2013
• Summary to be provided on a future date.
  TC13-019 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Aug 1, 2013
• This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see T-SB-0054-13.
  T-PG006-00 Obsol · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Apr 23, 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…
  T-SB-0054-13 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Apr 23, 2013
• Summary to be provided on a future date.
  T-SB-0054-13 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Apr 23, 2013
• Toyota 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 expre…
  T-TT-0213-13 · Technical service bulletin · Air Bags · issued Jan 3, 2013
• Summary to be provided on a future date.
  T-SB-0122-11 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Sep 6, 2011
• Toyota: information provided for replacing the seat covers for vehicles equipped with side airbags. *pe
  TSB-0122-11 · Technical service bulletin · Seats · issued Sep 6, 2011
• A541e transmission solenoid identification. *tt
  01005 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Aug 1, 2005
• Malfunction indicator lamp on 1mz-fe engine misfire diagnostic trouble code (dtc) p0300, p0301, p0302, p0303, p0304, p0305 or p0306. *tt
  00804 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Apr 28, 2004
• Special policy adjustment regarding vehicles experiencing engine oil gelling or sludge. *tt
  TC02002 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Jan 30, 2002
• Subject regarding steering rack end noise. *tt
  ST00901 · Technical service bulletin · Steering · issued Dec 21, 2001
• Subject regarding shoulder belt anchor tape set. *yd
  BO02601 · Technical service bulletin · Seat Belts · issued Oct 19, 2001
• Replacement vin plates.
  T-PG007-01 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued May 4, 2001
• Technical service bulletin regarding retro-fit internal trunk release kits. *tt
  AX00101 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Mar 9, 2001
• Brief information programming the keyless entry remotes. *tt
  303 · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Sep 28, 2000
• This bulletin provides service information regarding the removal of the abs speed sensor prior to removal of the rear axle and rear suspension. *mr
  SU00200 · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes, Air · issued May 5, 2000
• Subject regarding front suspension support noise. *tt
  SU00100 · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · issued Jan 21, 2000
• Subject regarding auto a/c system improvement. *tt
  AC00599 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Dec 9, 1999
• Information introducing a production change make for the air conditioner amplifier. *tt
  AC00599 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Dec 3, 1999
• Customers may complain of a slight side-to-side movement in front bucket seats during cornering. *tt
  BO01899 · Technical service bulletin · Seats · issued Nov 26, 1999
• Information on system improvement for auto a/c amplifier. *tt
  AC00599 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Nov 5, 1999
• Some vehicles may experience front suspension support noise. *tt
  SU00299 · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · issued Sep 3, 1999
• Information on programming oem wireless door lock remote transmitters. *tt
  EL00399 · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Apr 30, 1999
• Vehicles starting with vin 4t1bf18*ux304231 may need replacement of the door opening weatherstrip. *tt
  BO00999 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Apr 23, 1999
• New front brake pad kits are available to reduce front brake groan or grinding noise on vehicles within certain vin ranges. *tt
  BR00199 · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · issued Apr 23, 1999
• Information on the scantool immobilizer key code utility. *tt
  SS00199 · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Apr 9, 1999
• Brief information regarding front brake noise. *tt
  032999 · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · issued Mar 29, 1999
• Concerns with front brakes making a groan or grinding noise for vehicles built before certain vin ranges. *tt
  BR00199 · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · issued Mar 26, 1999
• Subject regarding toyota dinghy towing guide. *tt
  AX00499 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Mar 19, 1999
• Brief information on front suspension support noise. *tt
  012199 · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · issued Jan 21, 1999
• Trip vehicles built before 4t1bf18b through wu231096 have a design change to the trip meter reset. *yc
  EL01098 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Dec 11, 1998
• Subject on the exterior rear view mirror improvement. *yc
  980827 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Aug 27, 1998
• Information on improvement of the exterior rear view mirror. *yc
  BO02398 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Aug 14, 1998
• Information on vanity mirror improvement. *yc
  BO01798 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Jun 19, 1998
• Charcoal canister assembly supply parts have been changed to simplify parts production and permit interchangeability with some models. *yc
  980603 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Jun 3, 1998
• Cupholder performance improvement. *tt
  B000698 · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Mar 27, 1998
• General information on pre-delivery service for satisfying your dealership's new car customers. *yc
  970829PG007 · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Aug 29, 1997
• Seat cover replacement for side air bag equipped vehicles. *yc
  970822BO0025 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Aug 22, 1997
• Product general information.
  T-PG002-91 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jan 18, 1991