2011 Lexus IS220d air filter

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3-7. Other interior features
Sun visors ........................... 362
Vanity mirrors .................... 363
Clock .................................. 364
Satellite switches ................ 365
Ashtrays ............................. 368
Cigarette lighter.................. 369
Power outlet ....................... 370
Seat heaters ........................ 371
Seat heaters and ventilators 374
Armrest............................... 377
Rear sunshade .................... 378
Trunk storage extension ..... 380
Coat hooks.......................... 381
Floor mat ............................ 382
Trunk features .................... 383
4-1. Maintenance and care
Cleaning and protecting
the vehicle exterior........... 388
Cleaning and protecting
the vehicle interior ........... 392
4-2. Maintenance
Maintenance requirements . 3954-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Do-it-yourself service
precautions ....................... 398
Hood ................................... 401
Positioning a floor jack ...... 402
Engine compartment .......... 404
Tires ................................... 420
Tire inflation pressure ........ 424
Wheels................................ 426
Air conditioning filter ........ 428
Electronic key battery ........ 431
Checking and replacing
fuses ................................. 433
Light bulbs ......................... 448
5-1. Essential information
Emergency flashers ............ 458
If your vehicle needs to
be towed ........................... 459
If you think something is
wrong ............................... 465
Fuel pump shut off system . 466
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4-1. Maintenance and care
Cleaning and protecting
the vehicle exterior ........ 388
Cleaning and protecting
the vehicle interior ......... 392
4-2. Maintenance
Maintenance
requirements .................. 395
4-3. Do-it-yourself
maintenance
Do-it-yourself service
precautions..................... 398
Hood ................................ 401
Positioning a floor jack .... 402
Engine compartment ........ 404
Tires ................................. 420
Tire inflation pressure ...... 424
Wheels ............................. 426
Air conditioning filter ...... 428
Electronic key battery ...... 431
Checking and replacing
fuses ............................... 433
Light bulbs ....................... 448

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CAUTION
Used engine oil
Used engine oil contains potentially harmful contaminants which may
cause skin disorders such as inflammation or skin cancer, so care should
be taken to avoid prolonged and repeated contact. To remove used engine
oil from your skin, wash thoroughly with soap and water.
Dispose of used oil and filters only in a safe and acceptable manner. Do
not dispose of used oil and filters in household trash, in sewers or onto the
ground.
Call any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and
equipped professional, service station or auto parts store for information
concerning recycling or disposal.
Do not leave used engine oil within the reach of children.
NOTICE
To prevent serious engine damage
Check the oil level on a regular basis.
When replacing the engine oil
Be careful not to spill engine oil on the vehicle components.
Avoid overfilling, or the engine could be damaged.
Check the oil level on the dipstick every time you refill the vehicle.
Be sure the engine oil filler cap is properly tightened.

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Air conditioning filter

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Maintenance and care
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The air conditioning filter must be cleaned or changed regularly to
maintain air conditioning efficiency.
Removal method
Set the air conditioning system to recirculated mode.
(P. 254)
The air conditioning filter case cannot be removed with the
system in the outside air mode.
Turn the “ENGINE START STOP” switch OFF.
Open the glove box. Lift and
remove the partition.
Remove the filter cover.
Remove the filter case.
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Checking interval
Inspect and replace the air conditioning filter according to the maintenance
schedule. In dusty areas or areas with heavy traffic flow, early replacement
may be required. (For scheduled maintenance information, please refer to
the “Lexus Service Booklet” or “Lexus Warranty Booklet”.)
If air flow from the vents decreases dramatically
The filter may be clogged. Check the filter and replace if necessary.
Cleaning method
If the filter is dirty, clean by
blowing compressed air
through the filter from the
downward side.
Hold the air gun 5 cm (2 in.)
from the filter and blow for
approximately 2 minutes at
500 kPa (5.0 kgf/cm
2 or bar,
72 psi).
If it is not available, have the
filter cleaned by any autho-
rized Lexus dealer or
repairer, or another duly
qualified and equipped pro-
fessional.
Replacement method
Remove the air conditioning
filter from the filter case and
replace it with a new one.
The “UP” marks shown on
the filter and the filter case
should be pointing up.

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NOTICE
To prevent damage to the system
When using the air conditioning system, make sure that a filter is always
installed.
When cleaning the filter, do not clean the filter with water.

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
When trouble arises
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Indicates that the
washer fluid level is
low.
Add washer fluid.
Indicates that engine oil
level is low.
Check the level of
engine oil, and add if
necessary.
This message may
appear if the vehicle is
stopped on a slope.
Move the vehicle to a
level surface and
check to see if the
message disappears.
(IS220d and IS200d)
Indicates that the engine
oil and oil filter should
be changed.
Check and change the
engine oil and oil filter
by any authorized
Lexus dealer or repairer,
or another duly quali-
fied and equipped pro-
fessional.
(Flashing)
(If equipped)
Indicates that the pre-
crash safety system is
not currently functional.
• Clean the grille and
the sensor.
• Wait until the pre-
crash safety system
cools down.
Warning messageDetailsCorrection procedure