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Mil On With Low Oil Pressure DTCS P0520-2A And/Or P0524-77 And Milky/Discolored Engine Oil In Freezing Temperatures (T-SB-0104-21 REV2)

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Publication date: 2024-02-15
Reference number: T-SB-0104-21 REV2
Supersedes refnos: T-SB-0104-21, T-SB-0104-21 REV1

MIL ON WITH LOW OIL PRESSURE DTCS P0520-2A AND/OR P0524-77 AND MILKY/DISCOLORED ENGINE OIL IN FREEZING TEMPERATURES

MIL ON WITH LOW OIL PRESSURE DTCS P0520-2A AND/OR P0524-77 AND MILKY/DISCOLORED ENGINE OIL IN FREEZING TEMPERATURES

TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN

Reference Number(s): T-SB-0104-21 Rev2, Date of Issue:  February 15, 2024
TOYOTA: 2019 - 2022 Avalon HV; 2021 - 2022 Avalon; 2018 - 2024 Camry HV, Camry; 2023 - 2024 Corolla Cross HV; 2022 - 2024 Corolla Cross; 2019 - 2024 Corolla Hatchback, RAV4, RAV4 HV; 2020 - 2024 Corolla; 2023 - 2024 Crown; 2024 Grand Highlander HV; 2020 - 2024 Highlander HV; 2023 - 2024 Prius Prime; 2023 - 2024 Prius; 2021 - 2024 RAV4 Prime, Sienna HV, Venza HV
SERVICE CATEGORY: Engine/Hybrid System
SECTION: Lubrication
MARKET: USA
COPYRIGHT: © 2024 Toyota, USA License Agreement TMS1002
Superceded Bulletin(s): T-SB-0104-21 Rev1, Date of Issue:  October 25, 2022, T-SB-0104-21, Date of Issue:  December 17, 2021

APPLICABILITY

APPLICABILITY

YEAR(S) MODEL(S) ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
2019 - 2022 Avalon HV  
2021 - 2022 Avalon VDS(s): KB1BB, LB1BB, MB1BB, NB1BB Engine(s): A25
2018 - 2024 Camry HV  
2018 - 2024 Camry VDS(s): A11AK, B11AK, B11BK, B11HK, B61AK, B61BK, B61HK, BZ1HK, C11AK, C11BK, E11AK, E11BK, F11AK, F11BK, G11AK, G11BK, H11AK, H11BK, J11AK, J11BK, K61AK, K61BK, L11AK, L11BK, M11AK, M11BK, R11AK, R11BK, S11AK, S11BK, T11AK, T11BK Engine(s): A25
2023 - 2024 Corolla Cross HV  
2022 - 2024 Corolla Cross  
2019 - 2024 Corolla Hatchback, RAV4, RAV4 HV  
2020 - 2024 Corolla VDS(s): B4MBE, B4RBE, M4MCE, M4RCE, P4MCE, P4RCE, S4MCE, S4RCE, T4MCE, T4RCE Engine(s): M20
2023 - 2024 Crown VDS(s): AAAAF
2024 Grand Highlander HV VDS(s): ABAA5, ACAB5
2020 - 2024 Highlander HV  
2023 - 2024 Prius Prime  
2023 - 2024 Prius VDS(s): ACAAU, ADABU
2021 - 2024 RAV4 Prime, Sienna HV, Venza HV  

REVISION NOTICE 

February 15, 2024 Rev2: 

October 25, 2022 Rev1: 

INTRODUCTION

Some 2018 - 2024 model year Toyota vehicles equipped with an A25A-FKS, A25A-FXS, M20A-FKS, or M20A-FXS engine may exhibit one or more of the following conditions:

Moisture from blow-by gases condenses and accumulates in the engine oil during short trips in extreme cold weather. When the moisture in the oil freezes, the oil pressure may drop, and the aforementioned warning indicators may display. Follow the procedures in this bulletin to address these conditions.

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WARRANTY INFORMATION

WARRANTY INFORMATION

OP CODE DESCRIPTION TIME OFP T1 T2
N/A Not Applicable to Warranty - - - -

PARTS INFORMATION

PARTS INFORMATION

PART NUMBER PART NAME QTY
90915-YZZN1 Oil Filter 1
90430-12031 Gasket (For Oil Pan Drain Plug) 1

REQUIRED TOOLS & EQUIPMENT

REQUIRED TOOLS & EQUIPMENT

REQUIRED TOOLS & MATERIAL ENGINE QUANTITY
Clean Shop Towel - 1
API SN/RC Multigrade Engine Oil (SAE 0W-16) A25 4.8 qts.
M20 4.9 qts.(1)
API SN/RC Multigrade Engine Oil (SAE 0W-8)
(1) Oil quantities will vary depending on the model year. Refer to applicable Repair Manual for details.
NOTE: Verify the oil required for the vehicle model and engine type by checking the under-hood sticker.
PARTS INFORMATION

REQUIRED EQUIPMENT SUPPLIER PART NUMBER QTY
Techstream ADVI(1) ADE TSADVUNIT 1
Techstream 2.0 TS2UNIT
Techstream Lite TSLITEPDLR01
Techstream Lite (Green Cable) TSLP2DLR01
(1) Essential SST.
NOTE:
  • Only ONE of the Techstream units listed above is required.
  • GTS + software version 2023.04.003.02 or later is required.
  • Additional Techstream units may be ordered by calling Approved Dealer Equipment (ADE) at 1-800-368-6787.

CONFIRMATION PROCEDURE

NOTE: If ANY internal coolant system leaks are present, coolant can mix with oil and create a similar milky/discolored appearance. Be sure to address any cooling system leaks BEFORE proceeding.
  1. Check the appearance of the engine oil on the oil level gauge (dip stick).
    NOTE: The oil should be transparent with a brown or amber color.

    Does the engine oil have a milky/discolored appearance as shown in Figure 2?

    • YES  - Continue to step 2.
    • NO  - This bulletin does NOT apply. Continue diagnosis using the applicable Repair Manual.
  2. Perform a cooling system pressure check to test for any internal coolant leaks.

    Refer to TIS, applicable model and model year Repair Manual:

    • 2021 - 2022  Avalon:

      Engine/Hybrid System - A25A-FKS (Cooling) - Cooling System - On-Vehicle Inspection 

    • 2019 - 2022  Avalon HV:

      Engine/Hybrid System - A25A-FXS (Cooling) - Cooling System - On-Vehicle Inspection 

    • 2018  Camry:

      Engine/Hybrid System - A25A-FKS (Cooling) - Cooling System - On-Vehicle Inspection 

    • 2019 - 2024  Camry:

      Engine/Hybrid System - A25A-FKS (Cooling) - Cooling System - On-Vehicle Inspection 

    • 2018 - 2024  Camry HV:

      Engine/Hybrid System - A25A-FXS (Cooling) - Cooling System - On-Vehicle Inspection 

    • 2020 - 2024  Corolla:

      Engine/Hybrid System - M20A-FKS (Cooling) - Cooling System - On-Vehicle Inspection 

    • 2022 - 2024  Corolla Cross:

      Engine/Hybrid System - M20A-FKS (Cooling) - Cooling System - On-Vehicle Inspection 

    • 2023 - 2024  Corolla Cross HV:

      Engine/Hybrid System - M20A-FKS (Cooling) - Cooling System - On-Vehicle Inspection 

    • 2019  Corolla Hatchback:

      Engine/Hybrid System - M20A-FKS (Cooling) - Cooling System - On-Vehicle Inspection 

    • 2020 - 2024  Corolla Hatchback:

      Engine/Hybrid System - M20A-FKS (Cooling) - Cooling System - On-Vehicle Inspection 

    • 2023 - 2024  Crown:

      Engine/Hybrid System - A25A-FXS (Cooling) - Cooling System - On-Vehicle Inspection 

    • 2024  Grand Highlander HV:

      Engine/Hybrid System - A25A-FXS (Cooling) - Cooling System - On-Vehicle Inspection 

    • 2020 - 2024  Highlander HV:

      Engine/Hybrid System - A25A-FXS (Cooling) - Cooling System - On-Vehicle Inspection 

    • 2023 - 2024  Prius:

      Engine/Hybrid System - M20A-FXS (Cooling) - Cooling System - On-Vehicle Inspection 

    • 2023 - 2024  Prius Prime:

      Engine/Hybrid System - M20A-FXS (Cooling) - Cooling System - On-Vehicle Inspection 

    • 2019 - 2024  RAV4:

      Engine/Hybrid System - A25A-FXS (Cooling) - Cooling System - On-Vehicle Inspection 

    • 2019 - 2024  RAV4 HV:

      Engine/Hybrid System - A25A-FXS (Cooling) - Cooling System - On-Vehicle Inspection 

    • 2021 - 2024  RAV4 Prime:

      Engine/Hybrid System - A25A-FXS (Cooling) - Cooling System - On-Vehicle Inspection 

    • 2021 - 2024  Sienna HV:

      Engine/Hybrid System - A25A-FXS (Cooling) - Cooling System - On-Vehicle Inspection 

    • 2021 - 2024  Venza HV:

      Engine/Hybrid System - A25A-FXS (Cooling) - Cooling System - On-Vehicle Inspection 

    Did the cooling system hold pressure?

    • YES  - Continue to step 3.
    • NO  - This bulletin does NOT apply. Continue diagnosis using the applicable

    Repair Manual.

  3. Is an "Oil Pressure Low" warning displayed on the MID and/or are DTCs P05202A and/or P052477 present?

REPAIR PROCEDURE 1

  1. Using Techstream, clear ANY DTCs.
  2. Start the engine.
    1. Use maintenance mode for hybrid models.

      Refer to TIS, applicable model and model year Repair Manual:

      • 2019 - 2022  Avalon HV:

        General - Introduction - Repair Instruction - Inspection Mode Procedure 

      • 2018 - 2024  Camry HV:

        General - Introduction - Repair Instruction - Inspection Mode Procedure 

      • 2023 - 2024  Corolla Cross HV:

        General - Introduction - Repair Instruction - Inspection Mode Procedure 

      • 2023 - 2024  Crown:

        General - Introduction - Repair Instruction - Inspection Mode Procedure 

      • 2024  Grand Highlander HV:

        General - Introduction - Repair Instruction - Inspection Mode Procedure 

      • 2020 - 2024  Highlander HV:

        General - Introduction - Repair Instruction - Inspection Mode Procedure 

      • 2023 - 2024  Prius:

        General - Introduction - Repair Instruction - Inspection Mode Procedure 

      • 2023 - 2024  Prius Prime:

        General - Introduction - Repair Instruction - Inspection Mode Procedure 

      • 2019 - 2024  RAV4 HV:

        General - Introduction - Repair Instruction - Inspection Mode Procedure 

      • 2021 - 2024  RAV4 Prime:

        General - Introduction - Repair Instruction - Inspection Mode Procedure 

      • 2021 - 2024  Sienna HV:

        General - Introduction - Repair Instruction - Inspection Mode Procedure 

      • 2021 - 2024  Venza HV:

        General - Introduction - Repair Instruction - Inspection Mode Procedure 

    2. Allow the engine to idle until the engine coolant temperature reaches 122°F.
    3. Did the "Oil Pressure Low" warning display or did DTC(s) P05202A and/or P052477 return?
  3. Replace the engine oil and oil filter.
  4. Using Techstream, clear ANY DTCs.
  5. Start the engine.
    1. Use maintenance mode for hybrid models.

      Refer to TIS, applicable model and model year Repair Manual:

      • 2019 - 2022  Avalon HV:

        General - Introduction - Repair Instruction - Inspection Mode Procedure 

      • 2018 - 2024  Camry HV:

        General - Introduction - Repair Instruction - Inspection Mode Procedure 

      • 2023 - 2024  Corolla Cross HV:

        General - Introduction - Repair Instruction - Inspection Mode Procedure 

      • 2023 - 2024  Crown:

        General - Introduction - Repair Instruction - Inspection Mode Procedure 

      • 2024  Grand Highlander HV:

        General - Introduction - Repair Instruction - Inspection Mode Procedure 

      • 2020 - 2024  Highlander HV:

        General - Introduction - Repair Instruction - Inspection Mode Procedure 

      • 2023 - 2024  Prius:

        General - Introduction - Repair Instruction - Inspection Mode Procedure 

      • 2023 - 2024  Prius Prime:

        General - Introduction - Repair Instruction - Inspection Mode Procedure 

      • 2019 - 2024  RAV4 HV:

        General - Introduction - Repair Instruction - Inspection Mode Procedure 

      • 2021 - 2024  RAV4 Prime:

        General - Introduction - Repair Instruction - Inspection Mode Procedure 

      • 2021 - 2024  Sienna HV:

        General - Introduction - Repair Instruction - Inspection Mode Procedure 

      • 2021 - 2024  Venza HV:

        General - Introduction - Repair Instruction - Inspection Mode Procedure 

    2. Allow the engine to idle until the engine coolant temperature reaches 122°F.
    3. Did the "Oil Pressure Low" warning display or did DTC(s) P05202A and/or P052477 return?
      • YES -  This bulletin does NOT apply. Continue diagnosis using the applicable Repair Manual.
      • NO  - Continue to step 6.
  6. Turn OFF the engine.
  7. Remove and inspect the oil filler cap.
    1. Check for ANY milky/discolored residue on the underside of the filler cap as shown.
    2. Wipe off ANY milky/discolored residue with a clean shop towel.
  8. Reinstall the oil filler cap.
  9. Confirm the engine oil on the oil level gauge (dip stick) no longer has a milky/discolored appearance.
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REPAIR PROCEDURE 2

  1. Replace the engine oil and oil filter.
  2. Remove and inspect the oil filler cap.
    1. Check for ANY milky/discolored residue on the underside of the filler cap as shown.
    2. Wipe off ANY milky/discolored residue with a clean shop towel.
  3. Reinstall the oil filler cap.
  4. Confirm the engine oil on the oil level gauge (dip stick) no longer has a milky/discolored appearance.
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