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Light bulbs
You may replace the following bulbs by yourself. The difficulty level
of replacement varies depending on the bulb. If necessary bulb
replacement seems difficult to perform, contact any authorized Lexus
dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.
For more information about replacing other light bulbs, contact any
authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and
equipped professional.
Preparing for light bulb replacement
Check the wattage of the light bulb to be replaced. (P. 664)
Removing the engine compartment covers
P. 497
Front bulb locations
Halogen headlights
Front turn signalHeadlight low
Headlight high Front fog light

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LED headlights
Rear bulb locations
Headlight high
Front turn signal Front fog light
Rear turn signal
Rear fog light
(left-hand drive
vehicles) or back-upRear fog light (right-hand
drive vehicles) or back-up
License
plate

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CT200h_OM_OM76067E_(EE)Front turn signal lights (halogen headlights)
For the right side only: Remove the securing clips and
unclip the engine coolant reservoir hose. Then lift up the air
cleaner inlet duct. (P. 548)
Turn the bulb base counter-
clockwise.
Remove the light bulb.
STEP1
STEP2
STEP3

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CT200h_OM_OM76067E_(EE)Front turn signal lights (LED headlights)
Left side
Remove the power control unit
cover.
Turn the bulb base counter-
clockwise.
Remove the light bulb.
STEP1
STEP2
STEP3

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CT200h_OM_OM76067E_(EE)Rear turn signal lights
Open the back door and remove
the covers and bolts, and
remove the lamp assembly by
pulling it directly backward
from the rear of the vehicle.
Use a flathead screwdriver
wrapped in a cloth.
Turn the bulb base counter-
clockwise.
Remove the light bulb.
STEP1
STEP2
STEP3

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CT200h_OM_OM76067E_(EE)Lights other than the above
If any of the lights 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 beams (LED type)
Front position lights and daytime running lights
Side turn signal lights
Stop/tail lights
High mounted stoplight
Outer foot light
After replacing the bulbs
After lifting up the air cleaner duct or
removing the power control unit cover,
return the duct or the cover to their origi-
nal positions with the clips.
Push up center portion
Insert
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LED lights
The headlight low beams (LED type), front position lights, daytime running
lights, side turn signal lights, stop/tail lights and high mounted stoplight
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.
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 have built up on the inside of the lens.
Water has built up inside the headlight.
When replacing light bulbs
P. 5 4 4
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. Failure 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.
To prevent damage or fire
Make sure bulbs are fully seated and locked.

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5-1. Essential information
Emergency flashers
Emergency flashers
If the emergency flashers are used for a long time while the hybrid system is
not operating (while the “READY” indicator is not illuminated), the 12-volt
battery may discharge.
The emergency flashers are used to warn other drivers when the vehi-
cle has to be stopped in the road due to a breakdown, etc.
Press the switch.
All the turn signal lights will
flash. To turn them off, press
the switch once again.