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Light bulbs
Check the wattage of the light bulb to be replaced. (→P. 6 4 7 )
→ P. 4 5 5
You may replace the following bulbs by yourself. The difficulty level of
replacement varies depending on th e bulb. As there is a danger that
components 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
Removing the engine compartment covers
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■Front
XVehicles with discharge headlights
XVehicles with LED headlights
Bulb locations
Front turn signal light
Halogen front fog light (if equipped)1
2
Halogen front fog light (if equipped)
Front turn signal light1
2
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■Rear
Back-up light (left-hand traffic countries)
Back-up light (right-hand traffic countries)
Rear turn signal light
Outer foot light1
2
3
4
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■Halogen front fog lights (if equipped)
To allow enough working
space, turn the steering wheel
to the opposite side of 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 clips, turn the head
of the clip to unlock, then remove
by pulling.
While holding the clamp open,
pull and remove the tabs and
open the fender liner.
Unplug the connector while
pressing the lock release.
Replacing light bulbs
1
2
3
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Turn the bulb base counter-
clockwise.
Set the new light bulb.
Align the 3 tabs on the light bulb
with the mounting, and insert. Turn
it clockwise to set.
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 and
install the clips.
Insert the clips and turn to lock.
4
5
6
7
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■Front turn signal lights (vehicles with discharge headlights)
For the left side only: To allow
enough working space, turn
the steering wheel all the way
to the right, then remove the
bolts and take off the cover.
Turn the bulb base counterclockwise.
1
2
XRight sideXLeft side
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Remove the light bulb.
When installing, reverse the
steps listed.
After installing the bulb base,
secure the cord with the clips and
install the cover* in its original posi-
tion.*: For the left side only
3
4
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■Front turn signal lights (vehicles with LED headlights)
For the left side only: Remove
the bolt and move the washer
fluid filler opening.
Turn the bulb base counter-
clockwise.
Remove the light bulb.
1
2
3
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