NHTSA ID Number: 11014200
Manufacturer Communication Number: T-SB-0013-25
TSB/Document Date: 2025-02-12
Summary
Long-term or off-site storage requires special care to maintain vehicle condition. The following guidelines should be performed to minimize vehicle component/part degradation due to extended vehicle storage conditions. Long-term storage can affect a vehicle’s systems and components. Any problems that are found should be corrected immediately.
T-SB-0013-25
January 24, 2025
Long-Term Vehicle Storage Guidelines
Service
Category
General
Section
Pre-Delivery Service
Market USA
Applicability
YEAR(S)
MODEL(S)
2025
4Runner, 4Runner HV, 86,
bZ4X, Camry HV, Corolla,
Corolla Cross, Corolla Cross
HV, Corolla Hatchback,
Corolla HV, Crown, Crown
Signia, GR Corolla, Grand
Highlander, Grand
Highlander HV, Highlander,
Highlander HV, Land
Cruiser, Mirai, Prius, Prius
PHV, RAV4, RAV4 HV,
RAV4 PHV, Sequoia HV,
Sienna HV, Supra, Tacoma,
Tacoma HV, Tundra, Tundra
HV
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
SUPERSESSION NOTICE
The information contained in this bulletin supersedes Service Bulletin No. T-SB-0023-24.
Applicability has been updated to include 2025 model year Prius PHV and RAV4 PHV vehicles.
Applicability has been updated to remove 2025 model year Prius Prime and
RAV4 Prime vehicles.
Service Bulletin No. T-SB-0023-24 is obsolete and any printed versions should be discarded.
© 2025 Toyota
Motor Sales, USA
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T-SB-0013-25
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Long-Term Vehicle Storage Guidelines
Introduction
Long-term or off-site storage requires special care to maintain vehicle condition. The following
guidelines should be performed to minimize vehicle component/part degradation due to extended
vehicle storage conditions. Long-term storage can affect a vehicle’s systems and components. Any
problems that are found should be corrected immediately.
Refer to the table below for a definition of terms used in this bulletin.
Table 1.
TERM
ACRONYM
DEFINITION
Conventional Vehicle
CV
A vehicle with only a gasoline engine for propulsion
Electrified Vehicle
A vehicle that utilizes a hybrid, plug-in hybrid, fuel cell,
or battery electric system for propulsion
HEV
A vehicle with both a gasoline engine and a HV Battery
Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle
PHEV
BEV
Fuel Cell Electric Vehicle
FCEV
A vehicle with both a hydrogen fuel cell and a HV Battery
State of Charge
SOC
The remaining capacity available in a battery
12-Volt
12V
Standard 12V battery used to power electrical systems
separate from high voltage components
High Voltage
HV
HV Battery used to power the electrified vehicle
A vehicle with both a gasoline engine and a HV Battery that
can be charged externally
A vehicle with only a HV Battery that can be charged externally
Electrified vehicles are equipped with two types of batteries, a HV battery and a 12V battery.
Conventional vehicles are equipped with only a 12V battery.
Warranty Information
OP CODE
DESCRIPTION
TIME
OFP
T1
T2
N/A
Not Applicable to Warranty
–
–
–
–
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Long-Term Vehicle Storage Guidelines
Required Tools & Equipment
SPECIAL SERVICE TOOLS (SST)
PART NUMBER
QTY
DSS-5000 Battery Diagnostic Tool*
DSS-5000P T
1
DCA-8000 Battery Diagnostic Tool*
DCA-8000P T
1
*Essential SST.
NOTE
Additional SSTs may be ordered by calling 1-800-368-6787 or by visiting
Home – Service Resources – Toyota Special Service Tools (SSTs).
Summary Chart for Long-Term Storage
Below are items that should be checked periodically and their frequency.
ACTION
FREQUENCY
12V Battery Maintenance
After 60 days,
Then Every 30 days
HV Battery Charging (HEV/PHEV/FCEV Models)
Monthly
HV Battery Charging (BEV Models)
Monthly
Tire Inflation Pressure
Monthly
Parts Rust Inspection
Monthly
Rapgard™ Protective Film Removal
90 Days
Engine/Hybrid System Starting and Vehicle Movement
Every 6 Weeks
Vehicle Movement (BEV/FCEV models)
Monthly
A/C Compressor Lubrication (Conventional Vehicles)
Monthly
A/C Compressor Lubrication (Electrified Vehicles)
Monthly
Disc Brake Rotor Surface Rust Removal
Every 8 Weeks
Attention to the procedures listed in this bulletin will work to ensure each vehicle is in the best
possible condition prior to customer delivery.
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January 24, 2025
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Long-Term Vehicle Storage Guidelines
Reference Materials
Listed below are additional resources, which will help you with vehicle receipt, inspection, and
storage procedures.
Service Bulletin T-SB-0035-24, Prevention and Repair of Acid Rain Damage.
Service Bulletin T-SB-0039-24, New Vehicle Washing Schedule for Paint Protection.
Service Bulletin T-SB-0021-24, Battery Inspection and Maintenance During PDS.
Service Bulletin T-SB-0062-23, Iron Particle Rust Contamination Repair.
Service Bulletin T-SB-0061-23, Rapgard™ Protective Film Removal.
Service Bulletin T-SB-0038-24, Wheel Film for Brake Rotor Rust Prevention.
Parking and Paint Protection Procedure
Storage areas should be paved, well-lit, and secure. If your off-site storage lot is NOT paved,
spread gravel to minimize mud and dust. Make sure vehicles are driven carefully when
moving them to or from a long-term lot. This will help minimize damage to the paint finish
from road grit or gravel.
Park vehicles from right to left AT LEAST three feet apart. Leave enough space front and
rear to easily walk between rows.
Turn OFF ALL electrical accessories, make sure windows and sunroof are closed, and
check that the transmission is in Park (First or Reverse for manual transmission vehicles).
Do NOT apply the parking brake. Ensure vehicles with electronic parking brakes DO NOT
engage and the Auto function has been DISABLED (Refer to Owner’s Manual for details).
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MFR Communication Date: 2025-01-24
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