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Lexus CT Hybrid 2007–2014technical service bulletin

Bulletin L-SB-0018-14 · NHTSA communication 10132808 · issued May 12, 2014

Technical service bulletin
communication type
Fuel System, Gasoline
component
2007–2014
model years
48
vehicle entries

Official summary

TSB: 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 tip (ARINIX®Tip) is now available to help minimize future occurrences of this environmental condition. For some models, a new drain hose is required to properly fit the ARINIX® Tip. Follow the procedures in this bulletin for proper handling and installation of this optional service part.

What a TSB means. Technical service bulletins are repair guidance manufacturers send to dealers — they are not recalls, and repairs are not automatically free (warranty extensions are an exception worth checking). The full document is available via NHTSA’s vehicle lookup.