Technical Service Bulletin

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April 19, 2013

Rev1

S-SB-0014-13

Rattle Noise from MT Shift Lever
Service
Category

Drivetrain

Section

Manual Transmission/Transaxle

Market

Scion Supports ~
ASE Certification. .

USA

Applicability
YEAR(S)

MODEL(S)

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

2013

FR-S

Transmission(s): 6MT

REVISION NOTICE
June 11, 2013 Rev1:
• Production Change Information has been updated.
Any previous printed versions of this bulletin should be discarded.

Introduction

Some 2013 model year FR-S vehicles equipped with a 6-speed manual transmission may exhibit a
rattle type noise from the manual transmission shifter between 3,500 - 6,000 rpm. Follow the
procedure in this bulletin to address this condition.
Production Change Information

This bulletin applies to vehicles produced BEFORE the Production Change Effective VIN shown
below.
MODEL

TRANSMISSION

PRODUCTION CHANGE EFFECTIVE VIN

FR-S

6 Speed MT

JF1ZNAA1#01716932

Parts Information
PART NUMBER
PREVIOUS

PART NAME

QTY

Shift Lever Assembly

1

NEW

SU003-04526
SU003-00876

SU003-04598

SU003-04562

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Rattle Noise from MT Shift Lever

Warranty Information
OP CODE

DESCRIPTION

TIME

OFP

T1

T2

332011

R & R Shift Lever Assembly

1.7

SU003-04526
SU003-00876
SU003-04562

91

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APPLICABLE WARRANTY
• This repair is covered under the Toyota Basic Warranty. This warranty is in effect for 36 months
or 36,000 miles, whichever occurs first, from the vehicle's in-service date.
• Warranty application is limited to occurrence of the specified condition described in this
bulletin.

Repair Procedure

1. Confirm the condition.
Test drive the vehicle to confirm there is a rattle type noise from the floor shift lever assembly
between 3,500 - 6,000 rpm.
Refer to the video link below for an example of the rattle noise.
Rattle Noise Example
HINT
This noise may occur in any gear position, but is most noticeable in 3rd gear.

Is the rattle noise coming from the shift lever assembly?
• YES -

Continue to step 2.

• NO - This bulletin does NOT apply. Continue diagnosis using the applicable Repair Manual.

2. Replace the shift lever assembly.
Refer to the Technical Information System (TIS), applicable model and model year Repair
Manual:
• 2013 FR-S:
Drivetrain - Manual Transmission!Transaxle - "TL70 Manual Transmission!Transaxle :
Manual Transmission Assembly: Removal I Installation"
3. Confirm the repair.

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2013 PRE-DELIVERY SERVICE CHECK SHEET
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BEFORE INSPECTION
01 Install Short Pin (see page 2) .... ............ .................. ........

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UNDER VEHICLE (ON HOIST)

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01 Remove disc brake anti-corrosion wheel film*.. ..........
02 Inspect tires for defects/damage (including spare tire) ....
03 Activate Tire Pressure Warning System (TPWS) (see
page 2) ........ ............ ................... ..... ..... .......... ........ .........
04 Install wheel covers/caps/spare tire wheel covers*. ... ... ...
05 Inspect for fuel, oil, coolant, and other fluid leaks .. ..... .. ...
06 Visually check bolts and nuts on chassis and powertrain
for looseness..... ... ... .. .... ...... ... ....... ...... ... ..........................
07 Inspect under the vehicle for damage, rust, etc... .... .... ... .
08 Install rubber body plugs (stored in glove box or center
console) ...... ... ... ..... ....... ... ... ..... .. ........ .. ...... ... ....... .. .. .. .... .

FUNCTIONAL OPERATION
Apply parking brake and cycle ignition "JG-ON"; place gear selector in re verse;
tum on lights and rear defogger. Unlock doors; release fuel door.

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Check dome, courtesy, map, and sun visor lights* ........ .
Check warning/indicator lights, gauges, and horn ... .... ....
Check windshield wipers and washers .. .. ....... .............. ...
Check headlights, instrument lights, turn signals, dimmer
switch , emergency flashers, and brake lights ....... ...........
Check inside/outside rear view mirror operation/
adjustment ................ .. ... ..... ...... ..... ... ......... .. ... ..... ... .. .......
Check cigarette lighter* and power outlets* ... ... .. .. ... .... ... .
Check audio/navigation* systems , set SSP to xB, and
set clock ... .......... .. ...... ......... .... ... ... ... ....... .... ... ... .. .. .. .........
Install shift-lock override button cover ..... .. ..... ... ...... ....... .
Check rear entertainment system operation* ....... ..... ..... .
Check that the electroluminescent dash illuminates
when door is opened** .... ... .. .. ........... ...... ... .... ... .. ..... ........
Check that the shift knob illuminates** .. ... .. .... ... ... .. ......

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A complete road test helps assure customer satisfaction. Drive vehicle over a
variety of road surfaces and driving conditions. Check for unusual noise and
driving performance.

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Enter Odometer Reading
Reading Before Test:

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Reading After Test:

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Check cold engine operation ...... ....... .. ............... .. .... ....... .
Check engine operation during warm-up .. ....... ... ... ....... ...
Check engine at normal operating temperature ... .. .. ....... .
Check clutch or automatic transmission operation... ..... ...
Check brake and parking brake operation ...... ... .... ....... ...
Check steering operation and off-center/vehicle
pull/flutter . .. .... ... .... ... .. ..... ..... ... ... .. .. ........ ... ..... ..... .. ....... ... .
07 Inspect for abnormal noise and vibration .......... ....... ........
08 Inspect for squeaks and rattles. ..... ..... .. .. ..... .. ... ...... .. .... ...
09 Check front and rear* heater and NC operation ... .... .... ...
1O Check speedometer operation ... . .... ....... ... .. ... .. ... .. .. ..... ...
11 Check cruise control operation*... ....... .... .........................

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FINAL INSPECTION AND CLEANING
01 Remove interior protective covers , unnecessary labels,
tags, etc. {Remove just before delivery to customer) ... .. ..
02 Verify floor mat application and install using
retaining clips* ............. ... ......... ... ....... ... .........................
03 Visually inspect all interior parts for installation,
damage, fit, dirt, etc. .. ..... ...... .. ..... .. .. ...... .. .. .. .... .. .. .. ... .... ...
04 Remove Rapgard™ and clear protective bumper film*... .
05 Wash and clean vehicle ..... ... ... .. .. . ... .... ... ... .. ..... ... ... ..... ....
06 Inspect paint finish for scratches , chips, rust, dents,
damage, etc. ... .... ... .... ...... .... ... .. .. . ... ....... ... ....... .... ... ..... ....
07 Inspect exterior body parts for proper installation,
damage, rust, etc. .. .... ... ... .. .. ... .. ... ... ....... ..... ..... .... ... ..... ....
08 Place oil change sticker on inside of windshield , top
left corner ... ........... ...... .... ... ....... .. ... .. ..... .......... ... ... .. ..... .. ..
09 Place Owner's Guide and first aid kit portfolio*
in glove box . . .... .. . ..... .. ... ..... ...... ... ...... ... ... ..... ... ... .... ..... ....
10 Install front license plate and mounting bracket (see
page 2) ..... .. ..... ..... .. ... .. .... .. .. ...... ...... ..... .. ...... ... ..... ........ ...
11 Perform Techstream Health Check .................................

UNDER HOOD
Check engine oil and ATM* fluid levels .... ..... ... ..... ...... ... .
Check brake and clutch* fluid levels ..... ... .. .. ...... .... ..... ... ..
Check engine coolant level ....... ............ ............ ...... ........
Check windshield washer fluid level .... ... .... ..... ..... ....... ...
Check battery state-of-charge using Digital Battery
System Analyzer {SOC Reading:
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06 Inspect for fuel, oil, coolant, and other fluid leaks ..... .. .... .

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ROAD TEST

Start at left front door. Check window and door lock operation (from master power
switch, if equipped). Continue around vehicle in a counterclockwise direction
checking each door and window operation, child door Jocks, seat belts, interior
condition, al/ lights, luggage compartment contents. Finish by checking headlight
aim and continue into UNDER HOOD checks.

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WALKAROUND INSPECTION

01 Check power window operation ......... ... .. ... .. .. ... .... ........ ...
02 Check door and door lock operation, including each
wireless remote control/theft deterrent system* .. .. ....... .. ..
03 Check that engine starts with all keys ... ... .. ... .... ..... .. ....... .
04 Check that child safety door locks are in normal
(unlocked) position* ..... .... ... ... .... .. .. .. .......... ................. .....
05 Check seats and seat belt operation .... ..... .... .... .. ... .... .... ..
06 Check rear defogger/rear view mirror defogger* ..............
07 Check side marker, tail, backup, and license plate lights.
08 Check luggage compartment light* & trim appearance ...
09 Adjust spare tire pressure and check jack and tool
installation ........ ..... ... ........ ...... .. .. ..... ..... ... .. ... .... ... ............
10 Check headlight aim ....... ........ .. .. ... ........ .... .. ...... ....... .......
11 Check that front and rear exterior Scion badges
illuminate after unlocking vehicle** .. .. .... .. .. ........ ..... ....

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• Inspect or install when equipped/required.
**For Scion Series 10 vehicles only.

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Completion and retention of this from is required to comply with Toyota's Warranty Policy.

TECHNICIAN 'S SIGNATURE

NAME (PLEASE PRINT)
Date

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Dealer Name

We hereby certify that all items
on this form have been checked
and corrected for proper
operation as required.

SERVICE MANAGER'S SIGNATURE

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NAME (PLEASE PRINT)
Dealer Code

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Vehicle Identification Number (Sticker)

SHORT PIN INSTALLATION
To minimize batteliY discharge the Short Pin has been removed
and is stored in the engine compartment Relay Block.
Install the Short Pin and confirm all related DTCs are cleared.
OTC Clearing Procedure

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Connect Techstream.
Cycle the ignition switch to the "IG-ON" position.
Using Techstream, check any other codes being output.
Erase DTCs (B1650 and B1794) and Freeze Frame Data.

NOTE
If any DTCs besides B1650 and B1794 appear, repair
the applicable system according to the Repair Manual.
1 Remove This Short Pin
2 Install Short Pin Here

TPWS ACTIVATION & INITIALIZATION
Activation Procedure

1. Connect Techstream.
2. Cycle the IG switch to the "IG-ON" position and
check that the Low Tire Pressure Warning Light
blinks for 1 minute and then remains illuminated.
3. Press or remove the valve core to reduce the tire

4.

inflation pressure rapidly by 6 psi (0.4 kfg/cm 2 ,
40 kPA), or more, within 30 seconds.
Check that the Low Tire Pressure Warning Light
goes OFF after all the TPWS sensors are activated.

5.

Using Techstream, check for DTCs (C2111-C2114).
If no DTCs are stored , continue to Initialization procedure. If these DTCs are stored, repeat step 3.

Initialization Procedure
Refer to the Repair Manual for the Initialization procedure.
Please note the spare tire does not have a TPWS sensor.

NOTE
To adjust tire pressure correctly when outside
temperature is significantly colder or warmer than shop
temperature, follow the procedures outlined in
Service Bulletin No. S-SB-0001 -02 , "Tire Inflation
Pressure Compensation and Adjustment."

FRONT LICENSE PLATE & MOUNTING BRACKET INSTALLATION
For states that require a front license plate, please install per this procedure. The bracket and self-tapping screws are stored
in the luggage compartment.
Installation Procedure
1. Insert the front license plate into the mounting bracket.
2. Attach the hooks of the mounting bracket to the upper lip
of the air intake and rotate the bracket upwards and hold
in place.

NOTE
The mounting bracket should snap securely onto
the bumper cover.
4.

Align the installation holes on the mounting bracket and front
license plate with the dimples on the front bumper.
5. Screw in the 2 self-tapping screws directly into the dimples
to install the front license plate and mounting bracket.
NOTICE
• Do NOT pre-drill holes into the bumper.
• Do NOT over-tighten the self-tapping screws.

1 Mounting Bracket
2 Hooks
3 Air Intake
4 Rotate Bracket

1 Self-tapping Screws
2 Dimples
3 License Plate
4 Mounting Bracket