NHTSA ID Number: 11028714
Manufacturer Communication Number: L-SB-0002-26
TSB/Document Date: 2026-02-11
Summary
Pre-Delivery Service (PDS) is a critical step in satisfying our new car customers. Customer feedback indicates the following areas deserve special attention when performing PDS: •Careful inspection for paint chips/scratches and body dents/dings. •Proper operation of electrical accessories (including interior light, clock, and radio reset). •Interior cleanliness. •Proper function of mechanical systems. The PDS process helps identify potential vehicle concerns before customer delivery. After completing the PDS process, maintain accurate PDS records by ensuring the required documents listed below are completed and recorded in accordance with Lexus
Warranty Policy. •GTS+ Health Check •Completed PDS Check Sheet •Battery Charge Test Print Out •GTS+ Tire Pressure Information Customer retention and proper maintenance of vehicles are and have always been a major focus for Lexus. To help remind customers that regular service is essential to the proper maintenance of the vehicle, dealers are required to install a service reminder sticker before delivery. By doing this, customers will be reminded to return to your dealership for service. Your current service reminder sticker may be used. This bulletin contains the PDS procedures that apply specifically to 2026 model year IS 350 vehicles. Refer to L-PDSB-CS001-D the universal Check Sheet that contains PDS steps that apply to all 2026 model year Lexus vehicles. To properly perform a complete PDS, you must complete all procedures contained in this TSB as well as the PDS Check Sheet. In addition, if the vehicle is stored for over 30 days, refer to L-SB-0011-25, Long-Term Vehicle Storage Guidelines.
L-SB-0002-26
January 12, 2026
2026 IS 350 Pre-Delivery Service (PDS)
Service
Category
General
Section
Pre-Delivery Service
Market USA
Applicability
YEAR(S)
MODEL(S)
2026
IS350
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Introduction
Pre-Delivery Service (PDS) is a critical step in satisfying our new car customers. Customer
feedback indicates the following areas deserve special attention when performing PDS:
•
Careful inspection for paint chips/scratches and body dents/dings.
•
Proper operation of electrical accessories (including interior light, clock, and radio reset).
•
Interior cleanliness.
•
Proper function of mechanical systems.
The PDS process helps identify potential vehicle concerns before customer delivery. After
completing the PDS process, maintain accurate PDS records by ensuring the required documents
listed below are completed and recorded in accordance with Lexus Warranty Policy.
• GTS+ Health Check
• Completed PDS Check Sheet
• Battery Charge Test Print Out
• GTS+ Tire Pressure Information
Customer retention and proper maintenance of vehicles are and have always been a major focus
for Lexus. To help remind customers that regular service is essential to the proper maintenance of
the vehicle, dealers are required to install a service reminder sticker before delivery. By doing this,
customers will be reminded to return to your dealership for service. Your current service reminder
sticker may be used.
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2026 IS 350 Pre-Delivery Service (PDS)
Introduction (continue)
This bulletin contains the PDS procedures that apply specifically to 2026 model year
IS 350 vehicles.
Refer to L-PDSB-CS001-D the universal Check Sheet that contains PDS steps that apply to all
2026 model year Lexus vehicles. To properly perform a complete PDS, you must complete all
procedures contained in this TSB as well as the PDS Check Sheet. In addition, if the vehicle is
stored for over 30 days, refer to L-SB-0011-25, Long-Term Vehicle Storage Guidelines.
Refer to the table below for a definition of terms that may be 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, or battery
electric system for propulsion
HEV
A vehicle with both a gasoline engine and an HV battery
Plug-in Hybrid
Electric Vehicle
PHEV
BEV
A vehicle with only an HV battery that can be
charged externally
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 an HV battery that
can be charged externally
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Table of Contents
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Warranty Policy .......................................................................................................................... 4
•
Warranty Information ................................................................................................................. 4
•
Required Tools & Equipment ..................................................................................................... 4
•
D/C Cut Fuse Installation ........................................................................................................... 5
•
Front License Plate and Mounting Bracket Installation* ............................................................. 6
•
Front Emergency Towing Eyelet Removal and Hole Cover Installation ...................................... 8
•
Front Wheel Opening Extension Pad Installation ....................................................................... 9
•
Installation of Rubber Body Plugs ............................................................................................ 10
•
Tire Pressure Warning System (TPWS) Activation and Initialization* ....................................... 11
•
Activation Procedure .......................................................................................................... 11
•
Initialization Procedure ....................................................................................................... 11
•
Seat Position Control ECU Initialization ................................................................................... 12
•
Head Unit System Reset .......................................................................................................... 12
•
Dealer Contact Information for Call Dealer Head Unit Function* .............................................. 12
•
Navigation — Set Date & Time by GPS ................................................................................... 12
*If applicable.
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2026 IS 350 Pre-Delivery Service (PDS)
Warranty Policy
If the need for additional repairs or adjustment is noted during PDS, the required service should
be performed under warranty. Reimbursement will be managed under the warranty policy.
The Warranty Policy and Procedures Manual requires that you maintain the completed
Check Sheet in the customer’s file. If you cannot produce a completed form for each retailed
vehicle upon TMS and/or Region/Distributor audit, the PDS payment amount will be subject
to debit.
An additional Repair Order completed in conjunction with normal PDS MUST have time
punch/flags for service. If multiple repairs are performed, separate time flags MUST be punched
for each repair.
Warranty Information
OP CODE
DESCRIPTION
TIME
OFP
T1
T2
N/A
Not Applicable to Warranty
–
–
–
–
Required Tools & Equipment
REQUIRED EQUIPMENT
SUPPLIER
Techstream ADVi*
Techstream Lite
PART NUMBER
QTY
TSADVUNITECP
ADE
Techstream Lite (Green Cable)
TSLP3DLR01
1
TSLP2DLR01
*Essential SST.
NOTE
• Only ONE of the Techstream units listed above is required.
• GTS+ software version 2025.04.002.02 or later is required.
• Additional Techstream units may be ordered by calling Approved Dealer Equipment (ADE)
at 1-800-368-6787 or by visiting TIS – Diagnostics – Tools & Equipment – Techstream Order Portal.
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D/C Cut Fuse Installation
Check the location of the D/C Cut fuse (30A). It may have been removed at the assembly plant
and temporarily stored in the blank space of the relay block in the engine compartment to
minimize battery discharge during transportation and storage.
•
If the D/C Cut fuse (30A) is still in its original location in the relay block, proceed with
performing a Health Check using GTS+.
•
If the D/C Cut fuse (30A) is NOT in its original location, it is necessary to remove the D/C Cut
fuse (30A) from the blank space in the relay block and reinstall it to its original location as
shown. After installation, confirm ALL related DTCs are cleared.
Figure 1.
3
1
2
1
Relay Block
3
2
Remove the D/C Cut Fuse (30A) (Blank Space)
Install the D/C Cut Fuse (30A) (Original Location)
NOTE
• With the D/C Cut fuse (30A) removed, if ANY DTCs are detected when the ignition is turned ON
during transportation, use GTS+ to clear ALL DTCs AFTER ensuring that there are NO malfunctions.
• While the vehicle is stored at the dealership, disconnect the negative (–) battery terminal to prevent
battery discharge. Refer to L-SB-0019-25, Battery Inspection and Maintenance During PDS, for
battery maintenance information.
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January 12, 2026
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Front License Plate and Mounting Bracket Installation
The front license plate mounting bracket and two self-tapping screws are stored in the vehicle at
the assembly plant. Follow this procedure to install the front license plate mounting bracket and
front license plate in states where it is required by law.
1. Align attachment point “A” of the mounting
bracket with the dimples on the
radiator grille.
Figure 2.
B
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