2011 Lexus IS F Owner's Manual

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IS F_EETurn the bulb base counter-
clockwise.
Remove the light bulb.
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IS F_EEBack-up lights and rear fog lights
Open the trunk door and
remove the cover clips.
Partly remove the cover.
Remove the wire harness and
turn the bulb base counter-
clockwise.
Rear fog light
Back-up light
Remove the light bulb.
Rear fog light
Back-up light
Rear turn signal lights
Open the trunk door and
remove the cover.
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STEP3
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IS F_EERemove the connector and turn
the bulb base counterclockwise.
Remove the light bulb.
Bulbs other than the above
If any of the bulbs listed below has burnt out, have it replaced by
any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly quali-
fied and equipped professional.
Headlight low and high beams (discharge bulbs)
Side turn signal lights
Stop/tail lights
Tail lights
High mounted stoplight
License plate lights
Front position lights
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When replacing the front left headlight high beam bulb
Condensation build-up on the inside of the lens
Contact any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified
and equipped professional, for more information in the following situations.
Temporary condensation build-up on the inside of the headlight lens does
not indicate a malfunction.
Large drops of water are built up on the inside of the lens.
Water has built up inside the headlight.
Discharge headlights
If voltage to the discharge bulbs is insufficient, the bulbs may not come on,
or may go out temporarily. The discharge bulbs will come on when normal
power is restored.
LED tail lights, stop/tail lights, front position lights and high mounted stop-
light
The tail lights, stop/tail lights, front position lights and high mounted stop-
light consist of a number of LEDs. If any of the LEDs burn out, take your
vehicle to any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified
and equipped professional to have the light replaced.
Remove the securing bolt and move the
washer fluid filler opening to allow easy
access to the light bulbs.
After replacing the bulbs, make sure to
secure the washer fluid filler opening
with the bolt.

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CAUTION
Replacing light bulbs
Turn off the lights. Do not attempt to replace the bulb immediately after
turning off the lights.
The bulbs become very hot and may cause burns.
Do not touch the glass portion of the light bulb with bare hands. Hold the
bulb by the plastic or metal portion.
If the bulb is scratched or dropped it may blow out or crack.
Fully install light bulbs and any parts used to secure them. Failing to do so
may result in heat damage, fire, or water entering the headlight unit. This
may damage the headlights or cause condensation to build up on the lens.
Do not attempt to take apart or repair the low beam headlight bulbs, con-
nectors, power supply circuits, or related components.
Doing so could result in electric shock and serious injury or death.
Discharge headlights
Contact any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified
and equipped professional, before replacing discharge headlights (includ-
ing light bulbs).
Do not touch the high-intensity discharge headlight’s high voltage socket
when the headlights are turned on.
An extremely high voltage of 20000 V will be discharged and could result
in serious injury or death by electric shock.
To prevent damage or fire
Make sure bulbs are fully seated and locked.

5When trouble arises
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5-1. Essential information
Emergency flashers .......... 416
If your vehicle needs to be
towed.............................. 417
If you think something is
wrong ............................. 423
Fuel pump shut off
system ............................ 4245-2. Steps to take in an
emergency
If a warning light turns
on or a warning buzzer
sounds... ........................ 425
If a warning message is
displayed ........................ 431
If you have a flat tire........ 444
If the engine will not start 454
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from P ................ 456
If you lose your keys ....... 457
If the electronic key does
not operate properly....... 458
If the vehicle battery is
discharged ...................... 462
If your vehicle overheats . 465
If the vehicle becomes
stuck............................... 468
If your vehicle has to
be stopped in an
emergency...................... 469

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Emergency flashers
NOTICE
To prevent battery discharge
Do not leave the emergency flashers on longer than necessary when the
engine is not running.
Use the emergency flashers if the vehicle malfunctions or is involved
in an accident.
Press the switch to flash all
the turn signal lights. To turn
them off, press the switch
once again.

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When trouble arises
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If your vehicle needs to be towed
Before towing
The following may indicate a problem with your transmission.
Contact any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly
qualified and equipped professional, before towing.
The engine is running, but the vehicle will not move.
The vehicle makes an abnormal sound.
Emergency towing
If a tow truck is not available, in an emergency your vehicle may
be temporarily towed using a cable or chain secured to the emer-
gency towing eyelet. This should only be attempted on hard, sur-
faced roads for short distances at low speeds.
A driver must be in the vehicle to steer and operate the brakes. The
vehicle’s wheels, drive train, axles, steering and brakes must be in
good condition.
If towing is necessary, we recommend having your vehicle towed by
any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and
equipped professional, such as a commercial towing service, using a
lift-type truck or a flat bed truck.
Use a safety chain system for all towing, and abide by all state/provin-
cial and local laws.
If towing from the rear, the vehicle's front wheels and axles must be in
good condition. (P. 421)
If they are damaged, use a towing dolly or flat bed truck.