2017 Lexus ES350 Owner's Manuals

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Maintenance and care
Air conditioning filter
Turn the engine switch off.
Open the glove box. Lift and remove
the partition.
Remove the glove box cover.
Remove the filter cover.
The air conditioning filter must be changed regularly to maintain air condi-
tioning efficiency.
Removal method
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Slide and pull out the filter. Replace it
with a new one.
The “
↑UP” marks shown on the filter
should be pointing up.
■Changing 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 “Owner’s Manual Supplement”
or “Scheduled Maintenance”.)
■If air flow from the vents decreases dramatically
The filter may be clogged. Check the filter and replace if necessary.
■Air conditioning filter with deodorizing function
When fragrances are placed in your vehicle, the deodorizing effect may become signifi-
cantly weakened in a short period.
When an air conditioning odor comes out continuously, replace the air conditioning filter.
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NOTICE
■When using the air conditioning system
Make sure that a filter is always installed.
Using the air conditioning system without a filter may cause damage to the system.

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Maintenance and care
Electronic key battery
●Flathead screwdriver
●Small flathead screwdriver
●Lithium battery CR2032
Take out the mechanical key.
Remove the cover.
To prevent damage to the key, cover the
tip of the screwdriver with a rag.
Remove the depleted battery.
Insert a new battery with the “+” termi-
nal facing up.
Replace the battery with a new one if it is depleted.
You will need th
e following items:
Replacing the battery
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■Use a CR2032 lithium battery
●Batteries can be purchased at your Lexus dealer, local electrical appliance shops or
camera stores.
●Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer.
●Dispose of used batteries according to local laws.
■If the electronic key battery is depleted
The following symptoms may occur:
●The smart access system with push-button start and wireless remote control will not
function properly.
●The operational range will be reduced.
WA R N I N G
■Removed battery and other parts
These parts are small and if swallowed by a child, they can cause choking. Keep away
from children. Failure to do so could result in death or serious injury.
NOTICE
■For normal operation after replacing the battery
Observe the following precautions to prevent accidents:
●Always work with dry hands.
Moisture may cause the battery to rust.
●Do not touch or move any other component inside the remote control.
●Do not bend either of the battery terminals.

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Checking and replacing fuses
Turn the engine switch off.
Open the Fuse box cover.
Remove the fuse with the pullout
tool.
Only type A fuse can be removed using
the pullout tool.
If any of the electrical components do not operate, a fuse may have blown. If
this happens, check and replace the fuses as necessary.
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Push the tab in and lift the lid off. Remove the lid.
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Check if the fuse is blown.
Normal fuse
Blown fuse
Type A and B:
Replace the blown fuse with a new fuse of an appropriate amperage rating. The
amperage rating can be found on the fuse box lid.
Ty p e C :
Contact your Lexus dealer.
■After a fuse is replaced
●If the lights do not turn on even after the fuse has been replaced, a bulb may need
replacement. ( →P. 4 6 2 )
●If the replaced fuse blows again, have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer.
■If there is an overload in a circuit
The fuses are designed to blow, protec ting the wiring harness from damage.
■When replacing light bulbs
Lexus recommends that you use genuine Lexus products designed for this vehicle.
Because certain bulbs are connected to circuits designed to prevent overload, non-gen-
uine parts or parts not designed for this vehicle may be unusable.
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Maintenance and care
WA R N I N G
■To prevent system breakdowns and vehicle fire
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may cause damage to the vehicle, and possibly a fire or injury.
●Never use a fuse of a higher amperage rating than that indicated, or use any other
object in place of a fuse.
●Always use a genuine Lexus fuse or equivalent.
Never replace a fuse with a wire, even as a temporary fix.
●Do not modify the fuses or fuse boxes.
NOTICE
■Before replacing fuses
Have the cause of electrical overload determined and repaired by your Lexus dealer as
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Light bulbs
Check the wattage of the light bulb to be replaced. (
→P. 5 2 4 )
→ P. 4 3 2
■Front
Front side marker light
Headlight high beam (halogen bulb)
Front turn signal light
You may replace the following bulbs by yourself. The difficulty level of replace-
ment varies depending on the bulb. If necessary bulb replacement seems diffi-
cult to perform, contact your Lexus dealer.
For more information about replacing other light bulbs, contact your Lexus
dealer.
Preparing for light bulb replacement
Removing the engine compartment cover
Bulb locations
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