Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
GMAW/Mig Welding Specifications - Crib # 196 (T-CRIB-196)
Reference number: T-CRIB-196
GMAW/MIG WELDING SPECIFICATIONS - CRIB # 196
COLLISION REPAIR INFORMATION
| TOYOTA: | All Toyota & Lexus |
| SECTION: | Work Notices & Precautions |
BACKGROUND
Traditionally, Toyota and Lexus Collision Repair Manuals have called out GMAW/MIG welding wire type AWS A5.18 ER70S-3 as the approved designated welding wire for UHSS.
UPDATE
A recent update to Toyota and Lexus Collision Repair Manuals now includes two GMAW/MIG welding wire types: both AWS A5.18 ER70S-6 and ER70S-3 as approved welding wire for mild steel, HSS and UHSS. This publication change applies to all Toyota and Lexus Vehicles and model years. This Bulletin will serve as an official update for all previous Collision Repair Manuals, and will be published in manuals going forward.
For more information on this and other important collsion repair topics visit the Toyota Technical Information System (TIS)
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.