1999 Lexus RX300 service bulletins & manufacturer communications
120 manufacturer communications are on file with NHTSA for the 1999 Lexus RX300. TSBs are repair guidance for dealers — they are not recalls, and repairs are not automatically free.
Technical service bulletin 120
- 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 · Equipment · issued Jan 12, 2022
- 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: 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: 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: 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 …L-SB-0010-15 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued May 13, 2015
- LSB: 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 …L-SB-0010-15 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued May 13, 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 · Equipment · 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 · Equipment · 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
- 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 · Equipment · issued Jul 7, 2014
- Immobilizer and Smart Key Reset.LSB002514 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jul 4, 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
- Spots in Window glassL-TT-0145-13 · 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
- 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
- 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 · Equipment Adaptive/mobility · issued Nov 10, 2011
- Proper identification of the 5 solenoids used in the u140e/u140f transmissions. *tt00504 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Aug 26, 2004
- Information on reducing front brake squeal noise. *ttBR00102 · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · issued Mar 22, 2003
- Suspension ball joint inspection method. *tt01202 · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · issued Oct 11, 2002
- Special policy adjustment for customers who have experienced specific mechanical engine problems attributable to the condition known as oil gelling or sludge. *tt010102 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Jan 1, 2002
- Subject regarding air conditioner compressor shaft seal repair. *slcAC00201 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Nov 16, 2001
- Subject regarding improvements to center cup holder. *ttBO01101 · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Sep 21, 2001
- Information on preventing particle buildup and preserve the appearance of the shoulder belt anchor.*jbBO00901 · Technical service bulletin · Seat Belts · issued Aug 10, 2001
- Subject regarding front brake squeal noise. *slcBR00101 · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · issued Feb 23, 2001
- Subject regarding front brake squeal noise. *ttBR00101 · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · issued Feb 23, 2001
- Subject regarding steering wheelnut service specification. *ttST010101 · Technical service bulletin · Steering · issued Feb 16, 2001
- Technical service information bulletin regarding glove box rattle noise. *ttNV01000 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Dec 22, 2000
- Brief information on glove box rattle noise. *ttNV01000 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Dec 22, 2000
- Technical service information bulletin regarding rear hatch lock improvement. *ttBO00800 · Technical service bulletin · Latches/locks/linkages · issued Dec 1, 2000
- Technical service information bulletin to reduce brake squeal noise occuring during brake application while backing up and / or while turning. *ttBR00400 · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · issued Dec 1, 2000
- Brief information regarding front brake squeal noise. *ttBR00400 · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · issued Dec 1, 2000
- Subject regarding production changes to improve the performance of the rear hatch. *ttBO00800 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Dec 1, 2000
- Information on automatic transmission fluid leak. *ttTC00100 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Oct 20, 2000
- Subject regarding seat heater replacement procedure. *ttBO00400 · Technical service bulletin · Seats · issued Aug 11, 2000
- Concerns with the driver side door lock won't lock / unlock electrically when operating from the master switch or wireless key, but will operate with the manual control; the multip…EL00400 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Apr 28, 2000
- Subject regarding glove box rattle noise. *ttNV00600 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Apr 21, 2000
- Information on the trailer wire harness. *mjsAX00300 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Mar 31, 2000
- Service information to eliminate front suspension support noise. *ttSU00299 · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · issued Dec 10, 1999
- Information on the availability of the rear wind deflector wind noise field reapir kit. *ttAX00599 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Nov 12, 1999
- Vehicles may exhibit a mil "on" dtc p1133. *ttEG00599 · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Oct 1, 1999
- Some vehicles may exhibit a malfunction indicator lamp on with diagnostic trouble code p1133 present. *ttEG00599 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Oct 1, 1999
- Concerns with cassette player not accepting cassette tape on vehicles within certain vin ranges. *ttAU00299 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Sep 24, 1999
- Some vehicles within certain vin ranges may exhibit a malfunction indicator lamp on with diagnostic trouble code p1133. *ttEG00599 · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Sep 10, 1999
- Exhibiting an intermittent shudder during the 2-3 shift. *ttTC00299 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Aug 6, 1999
- Some vehicles may exhibit an intermittent shudder during the 2-3 shift under light throttle acceleration and / or engine and transaxle operating temperature. *ttTC00299 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Aug 6, 1999
- Subject regarding squeaks and rattles service tips - instrument panel area. *ttNV00899 · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Jun 25, 1999
- Service procedures to eliminate potential buzz or rattle noise from the rear seat belt retractor area. *ttNV00199 · Technical service bulletin · Seat Belts · issued Jun 25, 1999
- Information regarding the scantool immbolizer key code utility. *ttSS00699 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jun 18, 1999
- Subject regarding diagnostic tester special service tools used to add and rewrite wireless recognition codes. *ttSS00599 · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Jun 18, 1999
- Subject regarding the lexus diagnostic tester special service tool used to add and rewrite wireless recognition codes. *ttSS00499 · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Jun 18, 1999
- Subject regarding new sst and repair manual procedure for u140f transfer overhaul. *ttSS00399 · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Jun 11, 1999
- Sove vehicles within certain vin ranges may experience air rushing noise from the moonroof panel. *ttBO00399 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued May 21, 1999
- Subject regarding repair manual corrections. *ttPG01599 · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued May 14, 1999
- A production change to the moon roof has been made on vehicles within certain vin ranges to reduce a wind rushing noise from the roof deflector pnael. *ttAX00499 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued May 14, 1999
- Under certain driving conditions, some vehicles will exhibit a false malfunction indicator lamp on with diagnostic trouble code p0446. *ttEG00199 · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Apr 30, 1999
- Inspection on the seat heater system for vehicles within certain vin ranges. *ttAC00399 · Technical service bulletin · Seats · issued Apr 9, 1999
- Inspection procedures to diagnose multi display assembly. *ttEL00499 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Apr 9, 1999
- Experiencing rattle noise from the multi-display area. *ttNV00699 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Apr 9, 1999
- Subject on customize program card version 1.1 - features. *ttSS00199 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Apr 9, 1999
- Subject regarding program card version 1.1 used for customizing many of the electrical functions on some vehicles. *ttSS00299 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Apr 9, 1999
- Information regarding am crosstalk interference. *ttAU00199 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Apr 2, 1999
- Information bulletin regarding front brake squeal noise. *ttBR002-99 · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · issued Apr 2, 1999
- Subject regarding lexus dinghy towing guide. *ttAX00399 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Mar 19, 1999
- Service tips on eliminating squeaks & rattling noise from driver seat area. *ttNV00499 · Technical service bulletin · Seats · issued Mar 12, 1999
- Service tips on eliminating squeaks & rattling noise from the rear seat area. *ttNV00399 · Technical service bulletin · Seats · issued Mar 12, 1999
- Customer may complain of squeaking & rattling noice from glove compartment area. *ttNV00299 · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Mar 12, 1999
- Concerns with squeaking & rattling noise from the door control receiver and rear seat belt retractor area. *ttNV00199 · Technical service bulletin · Seat Belts · issued Mar 12, 1999
- Vehicle exhibiting a flase malfunction indicator lamp on with diagnostic trouble code p0446. *ttEG00199 · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Mar 12, 1999
- Procedures to eliminate buzz noise from console box support area. *ttNV00799 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Mar 12, 1999
- Procedures to eliminate squeaking & rattling noise from center cluster finish panel area. *ttNV00699 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Mar 12, 1999
- Procedures on eliminating squeaking and rattling noise from instrument side panel area. *ttNV00599 · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Mar 12, 1999
- Vehicle experiencing rattling noise from a/c lines. *ttAC00299 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Mar 5, 1999
- Special service campaign regarding body electronic control unit (ecu) replacement. *ttXL3 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Feb 1, 1999
- Special service campaign on two-wheel drive vehicles with trac to correct an error where the two brake lines that controlthe rear brakes were switched between the abs / trac actuat…XL2 · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · issued Feb 1, 1999
- Subject regarding door courtesy lamp switch ( door lock ); trac brake line; and body electronic control unit (ecu) replacement. *yc99V012 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Feb 1, 1999
- On certain rx models, if the headlight swtich is set to the auto position, the headlights and taillights may not automatically illuminate in low ambient light. Under this condition…XL3 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jan 1, 1999
- Subject regarding moonroof wind throb. *tt010199 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Jan 1, 1999
- Subject regarding active control engine mount (acm) system diagnosis. *tt010199 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Jan 1, 1999
- Subject pertaining to wireless recognition codes. *tt010199 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jan 1, 1999
- Subject regarding special precautions for registering wireless recognition codes. *tt010199 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jan 1, 1999
- Subject regarding scantool key code utility. *tt010199 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jan 1, 1999
- Subject regarding automatic transmission fluids. *tt010199 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Jan 1, 1999
- Some vehicles may exhibit a false malfunction indicator lamp on with diagnostic trouble code p0446 present. *tt010199 · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Jan 1, 1999
- Concerns with rattle noise from a/c lines. *tt010199 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jan 1, 1999
- Service tips to eliminate squeaks, rattles and vibration noises. *tt010199 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Jan 1, 1999
- Reset memory function which should be used to reset the ecm. *ycEG00398 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Dec 25, 1998
- Subject pertaining to washer fuse production change. *ycEL00798 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Dec 11, 1998
- Production changes have been done to improve sliding resistance between the sunshade trim and sunshade. *ycBO00798 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Oct 23, 1998
- Information on front side fixed window wind noise. *ycNV01798 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Oct 23, 1998
- Corrections have been made to the installation procedure of the back door glass. *ycBO00698 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Oct 16, 1998
- Subject on sunshade operation improvement. *ycBO00598 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Sep 18, 1998
- Reducing noise and vibration at idle speeds, a dynamic damper has been added to the center exhaust pipe. *ycNVO1198 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Aug 14, 1998
- Reducing a whistiling noise caused by excess clearance between the front door frame and the front door belt molding lip. *ycNV010 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Aug 14, 1998
- Installation instructions on the mobile cellulr telephones.AX00398 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Aug 14, 1998
- Experiencing squeaking and rattles on back door area. *ycNV00998 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Aug 7, 1998
- Experiencing squeaking and rattles on side door area. *ycNV00798 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Aug 7, 1998
- To improve customer stisfaction by reducing interior squeaks and rattles, the following repair procedures have been developed. *ycNV00898 · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Aug 7, 1998
- Information on trailer wire harness installation. *ycAX00298 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued May 29, 1998
- Experiencing alternator and ignition noise through the audio system. *ycAU00298 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued May 22, 1998
- Information on license plate bracket installation during pds. *ycPG00398 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued May 8, 1998
- Information on a booming / vibration field fix. *yc1980101 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Jan 1, 1998
- Correction to cellular mobile telephone installation instructions. *yc980101 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jan 1, 1998
- Information on diagnosing the active control engine mount system (acm). *ttEG00399 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Jun 18, 1989