2017 Lexus IS300h light

5577-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
IS300h_EE(OM53D89E)
■Front turn signal lights (bulb type)
For the left side only: Pinch the
clip to remove the washer fluid
filler opening.
Turn the bulb base counterclock-
wise.
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 clockwise.
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, insta ll the washer fluid filler opening to its
original position.
Replacing light bulbs
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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, dis-
connecting 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 connectors,
make sure to mark one of the con-
nectors with a piece of tape, to avoid mixing them up when reinstalling.
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 specification.
Remove the 5 screws and take off
the mirror’s outer cover and the
cover behind the mirror.
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Maintenance and care
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Turn the bulb base counterclock-
wise.
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 clockwise.
When inserting the socket, align the
marks printed on the light body and
the socket.
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5607-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
IS300h_EE(OM53D89E)
Install the visor cover on the mir-
ror frame, secure it with a screw,
and install the side turn signal light
and outer foot light.
Use only the screw position shown in
the illustration.
Align the tabs on the side turn signal
light unit and the co ver and install it.
Interlock the groove of the outer foot light unit with the tabs on the cover
and secure it.
After installing the outer foot light unit, turn on the outer foot light to
visually check that there is no light
leaking from the bulb base.
Disconnect the tabs, and sepa-
rate the top and bottom of the
outer cover of the mirror.
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5617-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
IS300h_EE(OM53D89E)
Install the outer cover of the mir-
ror by installing the lower side
first, then installing the upper side.
When installing the lower side of the
cover, insert the side turn signal light pin into the hole in the cover.
Secure the cover with screws and
reconnect the connectors back
together.
Secure the wire ha rness by reinstall-
ing it to the hooks on the back side of
the mirror surface as it was.
Align the tabs, and secure the
mirror by pushing in each diago-
nally-opposite pair of tabs in
order.
Make sure to insert the tabs in order
as shown in the illustration, and push
them in until a click is heard.
If you do not hear the click, do not
force the tabs in. Instead, remove the
mirror and check that the tabs are aligned.
After securing the mirror, remove the
protective tape applied to the lower part of the mirror cover.
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5627-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
IS300h_EE(OM53D89E)
■Replacing the following bulbs
If any of the lights listed below has burn t out, have it replaced by any autho-
rized Lexus retailer or Lexus authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer.
●Headlights
●Front position lights and daytime running lights
●Front turn signal lights (LED type)
●Side turn signal lights
●Stop/tail lights
●Tail lights
●Back-up light
●Rear turn signal lights
●Rear fog light
●High mounted stoplight
●License plate lights
■LED Lights
The lights other than the front turn signal lights (bulb type) and outer foot lights each con- sist of a number of LEDs. If any of the LEDs burn out, take your vehicle to any authorized
Lexus retailer or Lexus author ized repairer, or any reliable repairer 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 re tailer or Lexus authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer for more inform ation in the following 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 (bulb type)
When the washer fluid filler opening is remo ved with a large amount of washer fluid con-
tained in the washer tank, washer fluid may spill onto the vehicle and cleaning may be required.
■When replacing light bulbs
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Maintenance and care
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WARNING
■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 bu lb with bare hands. When it is unavoid-
able 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 th e headlight unit. This may damage the head- lights or cause condensation to build up on the lens.
■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.
NOTICE
■When replacing the outer foot lights
If the front window is stop ping 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.

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8When trouble arises
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8-1. Essential information
Emergency flashe rs ..................566
If your vehicle has to
be stopped in an
emergency................................. 567
8-2. Steps to take in an
emergency
If your vehicle needs to
be towed .....................................568
If you think something is
wrong ........................................... 574
If a warning light turns
on or a warning buzzer
sounds.......................................... 575
If a warning message is
displayed ..................................... 581
If you have a flat tire
(vehicles with
emergency tire puncture
repair kit) ..................................... 610
If you have a flat tire
(vehicles with run-flat
tires).............................................. 625
If the hybrid sy stem will not
start ............................................... 626
If the electronic key does
not operate properly ............. 628
If the 12-volt battery is
discharged .................................. 631
If your vehicle overheats ......... 636
If the vehicle becomes
stuck ...............................................641