NHTSA ID Number: 11005153
Manufacturer Communication Number: T-SB-0061-23 Rev1
TSB/Document Date: 2024-07-23
Summary
Toyota vehicles are currently protected with RapgardTM protective film designed to protect the horizontal painted surfaces. This material protects from acid rain, environmental fallout, and rail contamination.
T-SB-0061-23
Rev1
September 7, 2023
Rapgard Protective Film Removal
Service
Category
Vehicle Exterior
Market USA and
Section
Mexico
Paint/Coatings
Applicability
YEAR(S)
MODEL(S)
1994 - 2025
4Runner, 4Runner HV, 86,
Avalon, Avalon HV, Avanza,
bZ4X, C-HR, Camry, Camry
HV, Celica, Corolla, Corolla
Cross, Corolla Cross HV,
Corolla Hatchback, Corolla
HV, Crown, Crown Signia,
Echo, FJ Cruiser, GR
Corolla, Grand Highlander,
Grand Highlander HV,
Hiace, Highlander,
Highlander HV, Hilux, iA, iM,
Land Cruiser, Matrix, Mirai,
MR2, MR2 Spyder, Paseo,
Previa, Prius, Prius C, Prius
PHV, Prius Prime, Prius V,
Raize, RAV4, RAV4 EV,
RAV4 HV, RAV4 Prime,
Sequoia, Sequoia HV,
Sienna, Sienna HV, Solara,
Supra, Tacoma, Tacoma
HV, Tundra, Tundra HV,
Venza, Venza HV, Yaris,
Yaris HB MEX-Prod, Yaris
R, Yaris SD MEX-Prod,
Yaris SD THAI-Prod, Yaris
THAI-Prod
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
REVISION NOTICE
May 17, 2024 Rev1:
Applicability has been updated to include all 2025 model year Toyota
vehicles.
Applicability has also been updated to remove Hilux Hybrid models.
The Removal Procedure section has been updated.
Any previous printed versions of this bulletin should be discarded.
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Rev1
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Rapgard Protective Film Removal
Applicability (continued)
SUPERSESSION NOTICE
The information contained in this bulletin supersedes Service Bulletin No. T-PG005-94.
The entire bulletin has been updated.
Service Bulletin No. T-PG005-94 is obsolete and any printed versions should be discarded.
Introduction
Toyota vehicles are currently protected with RapgardTM protective film designed to protect the
horizontal painted surfaces. This material protects from acid rain, environmental fallout, and rail
contamination. Follow the Removal Procedure in this bulletin to remove the RapgardTM protective
film within 90 days from initial application.
Warranty Information
OP CODE
DESCRIPTION
TIME
OFP
T1
T2
N/A
Not Applicable to Warranty
–
–
–
–
Removal Procedure
1. Wash the vehicle using normal dealer procedures.
NOTE
Washing the vehicle will remove any transportation dirt, grime, or contamination and prevent scratches
during the film removal process.
NOTICE
Cover ALL shirt buttons, jeans or pants rivets, belt buckles, and watches to prevent scratching
the paint surface while removing the RapgardTM protective film.
2. Pull up and back in a quick motion to remove the RapgardTM protective film from an uplifted or
loose corner.
3. Repeat step 2 for ALL the covered panels.
4. Dispose of the RapgardTM plastic film per the direction of the TLS (Toyota Logistics Services)
using the preprinted UPS labels provided to your dealership.
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Rapgard Protective Film Removal
Removal Procedure (continued)
5. Use the 3 feet 30° angle and the straight on 90° perpendicular methods of inspection shown
below to inspect vehicle inside a building under a fluorescent light for adhesive transfer
or residue.
Figure 1.
3
1
4
5
2
2
B
2
A
A
3’ 30° Angle Method of Inspection
B
Straight on 90° Perpendicular Method of Inspection
1
30°
2
3 Feet
3
Eye
4
90°
5
Paint Surface
NOTE
The RapgardTM protective film MUST be removed within 90 days from initial application.
If the RapgardTM protective film has been removed, the dealer will be notified through
Dealer Daily.
Report ANY problems with removal of the RapgardTM film or damage to the vehicle caused by the
application or presence of the material to your District Service and Parts Manager (DSPM).
6. Reinspect the vehicle.
Is the condition of the vehicle acceptable after removing the RapgardTM protective film?
YES — The Removal Procedure is complete.
NO — Repeat step 1.
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