2013 Lexus IS300h fog lights

2334-3. Operating the lights and wipers
4
Driving
IS300h_EE(OM53B95E)
Front and rear fog light switch
Turns the front and rear fog
lights off
Turns the front fog lights on
Turns both front and rear
fog lights on
Releasing the switch ring returns it
to .
Operating the switch ring again turns
only the rear fog light off.
Rear fog light switch
Turns the rear fog light off
Turns the rear fog light on
Releasing the switch ring returns it
to .
Operating the switch ring again turns
only the rear fog light off.
Fog light switch
The fog lights secure excellent visibility in difficult driving conditions,
such as in rain and fog.
1
2
3
1
2

2344-3. Operating the lights and wipers
IS300h_EE(OM53B95E)
Fog lights can be used when
Vehicles with a front and rear fog light switch
Front fog lights: The headlights or the front position lights are turned on.
Rear fog light: The front fog lights are turned on.
Vehicles with a rear fog light switch
The headlights or the front position lights are turned on.
Operation guide display (vehicles with rain-sensing windshield wipers only)
When the fog light switch is operated, the current status is displayed on the
meters for a few seconds. (P. 1 1 9 )

2704-5. Using the driving support systems
IS300h_EE(OM53B95E)
NOTICE
To prevent damage to or incorrect operation of the LDA system
Do not modify the headlights or attach stickers to the surface of the lights.
Do not modify the suspension or replace it with non-genuine parts.
Do not install or place anything on the hood or the grille. Also, do not install a
grille guard (bull bars, kangaroo bar etc.).
If your windshield needs repairs, contact any authorized Lexus dealer or
repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.
Camera sensor
Observe the following to ensure that the LDA system functions correctly.
Keep the windshield clean at all times.
Performance could be affected if the windshield is dirty, or if raindrops, con-
densation or ice are adhering to the windshield.
Do not spill liquid onto the camera sensor
Do not attach window tinting to the windshield.
Do not install an antenna in front of the camera lens.
If the windshield is fogged up, use the windshield defogger to remove fog
from the windshield.
When it is cold, using the heater with air blowing to the feet may allow the
upper part of the windshield to fog up. This will have a negative effect on the
images.
Do not scratch the camera lens, or let it get dirty.
When cleaning the inside of the windshield, be careful not to get any glass
cleaner etc. on the lens. Also, do not touch the lens.
For lens repair, contact any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another
duly qualified and equipped professional.
Do not change the installation position or direction of the camera sensor or
remove it. The direction of the camera sensor is precisely adjusted.
Do not subject the camera sensor to strong impact or force, and do not disas-
semble the camera sensor.
Do not replace windshield with non-genuine windshield.
Contact any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and
equipped professional.
Do not attach a sticker or other items to
the windshield near the camera sensor.

4797-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
7
Maintenance and care
IS300h_EE(OM53B95E)
Check the wattage of the light bulb to be replaced. (P. 572)
Front
Vehicles with discharge headlights
Light bulbs
You may replace the following bulbs by yourself. The difficulty level of
replacement varies depending on the bulb. As there is a danger that com-
ponents may be damaged, we recommend that replacement is carried out
by any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and
equipped professional.
Preparing for light bulb replacement
Bulb locations
Front turn signal light
Halogen front fog light (if equipped)1
2

4807-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
IS300h_EE(OM53B95E)
Vehicles with LED headlights
Rear
Halogen front fog light (if equipped)
Front turn signal light1
2
Back-up light (right-hand drive vehicles)
Back-up light (left-hand drive vehicles)
Rear turn signal light
Outer foot light1
2
3
4

4817-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
7
Maintenance and care
IS300h_EE(OM53B95E)
Halogen front fog lights (if equipped)
Remove the 2 fender liner
screws under the front fog
light and pull back the fender
liner.
Unplug the connector while
pressing the lock release.
Turn the bulb base counter-
clockwise.
Set the new light bulb.
Hold the bulb base at an
angle of about 45 degrees as
shown in the illustration and
insert it so that the 3 tabs on
the light bulb are aligned
with the mounting.
Turn the light bulb clock-
wise to install it.
Replacing light bulbs
1
2
3
4
1
2

4827-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
IS300h_EE(OM53B95E)
Set the connector.
After installing the connector,
shake the bulb base gently to
check that it is not loose, turn the
fog lights on once and visually
confirm that no light is leaking
through the mounting.
Reinstall the fender liner with
the 2 screws.
5
6

4937-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
7
Maintenance and care
IS300h_EE(OM53B95E)
Replacing the following bulbs
If any of the lights listed below has burnt out, have it replaced by any
authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and
equipped professional.
Headlights
Front position lights and daytime running lights
LED front fog lights (if equipped)
Side turn signal lights
Stop/tail lights
Tail lights
Rear fog light
High mounted stoplight
License plate lights
Discharge headlights (if equipped)
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 Lights
The lights other than the discharge headlights (if equipped), halogen front fog
lights (if equipped), front turn signal lights, rear turn signal lights, back-up light
and outer foot lights each 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
Temporary condensation build-up on the inside of the headlight lens does not
indicate a malfunction. Contact any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or
another duly qualified and equipped professional for more information in the fol-
lowing situations:
Large drops of water have built up on the inside of the lens.
Water has built up inside the headlight.
When replacing the front turn signal lights (vehicles with LED headlights)
When the washer fluid filler opening is removed with a large amount of washer
fluid contained in the washer tank, washer fluid may spill onto the vehicle and
cleaning may be required.
When replacing light bulbs
P. 478