2013 Lexus IS300h lights

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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.
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Front turn signal lights (vehicles with discharge headlights)
To ensure enough space to per-
form work, turn the steering
wheel to rotate the front wheel
away from the bulb to be
replaced.
Remove the 2 fender liner
clips.
Turn the steering wheel to the left
when replacing the right side light
bulb, and turn the steering wheel
to the right when replacing the
left side light bulb.
To take out the lower clip, turn
the head of the clip to unlock it,
then remove it by pulling.
Unfasten the clamp, and pull
back the fender liner.
When unfastening the clamp,
wrap the tip of the screwdriver
with tape to protect the vehicle
from damage.
Turn the bulb base counter-
clockwise.
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Front turn signal lights (vehicles with LED headlights)
For the left side only: Pinch
the clip to remove the washer
fluid filler opening.
Turn the bulb base counter-
clockwise.
Remove the light bulb.
Install a new light bulb then
install the bulb base to the
light unit by inserting it and
turning the bulb base clock-
wise.
After installing the light bulb,
turn on the front turn signal light
to visually check that there is no
light leaking from the bulb base.
After replacing the left side bulb, install the washer fluid filler open-
ing to its original position.
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Rear turn signal lights
Open the trunk, and remove
the 2 covers and 2 screws.
When removing the cover, wrap
the tip of the screwdriver with
tape to protect the vehicle from
damage.
Push and pull the light unit
toward the rear of the vehicle
as shown in the illustration to
remove it.
Apply protective tape to the
peripheral of the light unit instal-
lation surface on the vehicle body,
such as the rear bumper, to protect
the vehicle from damage.
Pushing on the portion A in the
illustration toward the rear of the
vehicle will make disengagement
of the tabs easier.
Turn the bulb base counter-
clockwise.
Remove the light bulb.
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Outer foot lights
Press the upper part of the out-
side rear view mirror to tilt the
mirror face upward, and apply
protective tape to the lower
part of the mirror cover.
Insert 2 flathead screwdrivers
wrapped in protective tape,
and disconnect the tabs behind
the mirror.
Pry the mirror out toward you,
disconnecting the tabs 2 at a time.
Work carefully, ensuring that you
do not drop the mirror.
Disconnect the connectors
behind the mirror, and remove
the mirror.
When removing the thin connec-
tors, make sure to mark one of the
connectors with a piece of tape, to
avoid mixing them up when rein-
stalling.
Work carefully, ensuring that you
do not drop the mirror.
When handling the mirror, do not
touch the parts applied with
grease.
The number of connectors
equipped differs by vehicle speci-
fication.
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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
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CAUTION
Replacing light bulbs
Turn off the lights. Do not attempt to replace the bulb immediately after turn-
ing 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. When it is
unavoidable to hold the glass portion, use and hold with a clean dry cloth to
avoid getting moisture and oils on the bulb.
Also, 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.
Discharge headlights (if equipped)
Contact any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and
equipped professional before replacing the discharge headlights (including
light bulbs).
Do not touch the discharge headlight’s high voltage socket when the head-
lights are turned on.
An extremely high voltage of 30000 V will be discharged and could result in
death or serious injury by electric shock.
Do not attempt to take apart or repair the headlight bulbs, connectors, power
supply circuits, or related components.
Doing so could result in electric shock and death or serious injury.
To prevent damage or fire
Make sure bulbs are fully seated and locked.
Check the wattage of the bulb before installing to prevent heat damage.
Vehicles with discharge headlights: While
the headlights are turned on, and for a
short time after they have been turned off,
metal components at the rear of the head-
light assembly will be extremely hot. To
prevent burns, do not touch these metal
components until you are certain they
have cooled down.
Metal components

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NOTICE
When replacing the outer foot lights
If the front window is stopping you from conducting the replace operation
properly, open the window on the side you are working on to allow you enough
space to work. Continuing the operation without giving yourself enough space
to work could lead you to scratch the vehicle.