Canada - Audio System - Noise From Auxiliary Port

Bulletin
2810

Issue Date
August 28, 2007

Market
Canada

Title:
NOISE FROM AUXILIARY PORT WITH EXTERNAL DEVICE

Component
BODY ELECTRICAL

Models
'06 - '08 4Runner, Prius, & RAV4 ; '07 Camry, Camry HV, FJ Cruiser, & Yaris, '07 - '08 Solara

TSB REVISION NOTICE:
- May 23, 2008 : The information contained in this TSB supersedes all previous versions. Previous versions of TSB should be discarded.

INTRODUCTION:
Some customers may notice noise in the auxiliary mode of the radio when using an MP3 player or other external audio source connected to the 12V power port of the vehicle. An improved auxiliary port and in-line filter has been developed to improve this condition. Use the repair procedure to install the new in-line filter and auxiliary port.

APPLICABLE VEHICLES:
- 2006 - 2008 model year 4Runner, Prius, and RAV4 vehicles.
- 2007 model year Camry, Camry HV, FJ Cruiser, and Yaris vehicles.
- 2007 - 2008 model year Solara.







WARRANTY INFORMATION:







REQUIRED SSTS:


NOTE:
Additional SSTs may be ordered by calling SPX/OTC at 1-800-933-8335.







PARTS INFORMATION:


NOTE:
Items 1, 2, and 3 are needed for all vehicles. Item 1, Adapter Assembly, Stereo (Mini Jack), MUST be ordered according to specific model. Items 2 and 3 are the same for all models listed.

REPAIR PROCEDURE:

1. Remove the existing auxiliary port.
Refer to the Repair Manual within E-TAS / TIS library:
- Division: Toyota
- Model: 4Runner
- Year: 2006 / 2007 / 2008
- Service Category: Audio/Visual/Telematics
- Section: Audio/Video
- Keyword: Audio/Visual: Audio Terminal: Removal

- Division: Toyota
- Model: RAV4
- Year: 2006 / 2007 / 2008
- Service Category: Vehicle Interior
- Section: Interior Panels/Trim
- Keyword: Instrument Panel: Lower Instrument Panel: Removal

- Division: Toyota
- Model: Prius
- Year: 2006 / 2007 / 2008
- Service Category: Vehicle Interior
- Section: Interior Panels/Trim
- Keyword: Instrument Panel: Rear Console Box: Removal

- Division: Toyota
- Model: Camry, Camry HV
- Year: 2007
- Service Category: Audio/Visual/Telematics
- Section: Audio/Video
- Keyword: Audio/Visual: Audio Terminal: Removal

- Division: Toyota
- Model: FJ Cruiser or Yaris
- Year: 2007
- Service Category: Audio/Visual/Telematics
- Section: Audio/Video
- Keyword: Audio/Visual: Stereo Jack Adapter Assembly: Removal

- Division: Toyota
- Model: Solara
- Year: 2007 / 2008
- Service Category:Audio/Visual/Telematics
- Section: Audio/Video







- Keyword: Audio/Visual: Audio Terminal: Removal

2. Install the revised auxiliary port, wire harness, and noise filter.
Tape the noise filter to the back side of the trim panel near the auxiliary port ensuring the filter does NOT touch other parts or the wiring harnesses in the vehicle.

NOTE:
Steps A - D are generic installation instructions. The 2007 model year Camry installation is provided as an example.







A. Connect the vehicle wire connector (4P) into the filter, and connect the filter wire connector (8P) into the filter.







B. Secure the filter to the vehicle wire harness using wire ties.







C. Install the NEW auxiliary port to the console box.







D. Connect the filter wire connector (8P) into the NEW auxiliary port.


3. Reassemble vehicle in reverse order of disassembly.
4. Verify proper operation and that NO noise persists in the auxiliary mode of the audio system.

NOTE:
Issue of this Technical Service Bulletin is to ensure that proper repair information is available. IT DOES NOT CONSTITUTE AN AUTHORIZATION FOR REPAIR. Normal provisions of the formal warranty policy, as applicable, will apply.