2017 Lexus IS300h air conditioning

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7-1. Maintenance and care
Cleaning and protecting
the vehicle exterior ................502
Cleaning and protecting
the vehicle interior..................506
7-2. Maintenance
Maintenance
requirements ............................509
7-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Do-it-yourself service
precautions................................... 511
Hood ................................................ 513
Positioning a floo r jack ............. 514
Engine compartment ................ 515
12-volt battery ............................. 522
Tires ................................................. 525
Replacing the tire....................... 537
Tire inflation pressure .............. 543
Wheels ........................................... 545
Air conditioning filter ............... 547
Electronic key battery.............. 549
Checking and replacing
fuses.............................................. 552
Light bulbs..................................... 556

5107-2. Maintenance
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■Where to go for maintenance service?
In order to maintain your vehicle in the be st possible condition, Lexus recommends that
maintenance service operations as well as other inspections and repairs be carried out by authorized Lexus reta ilers or Lexus authorized repairers, or any reliable repairers. For
repairs and services covered by your warranty, please visit an authorized Lexus retailer
or repairer, who will use genuine Lexus pa rts in repairing any difficulties you may encounter. There can also be advantages in utilizing authorized Lexus retailers or repair-
ers for non-warranty repairs an d services, as members of the Lexus network will be able
to expertly assist you with an y difficulties you may encounter.
Your authorized Lexus retailer or Lexus author ized repairer, or any reliable repairer will
perform all of the scheduled maintenance on your vehicle reliably and economically due
to their experience with Lexus vehicles.
■Does your vehicle need repairs?
Be on the alert for changes in performance an d sounds, and visual tip-offs that indicate
service is needed. Some important clues are:
●Engine missing, stumbling or pinging
●Appreciable loss of power
●Strange engine noises
●A fluid leak under the vehicle (However, wate r dripping from the air conditioning sys-
tem after use is normal.)
●Change in exhaust sound (This may indicate a dangerous carbon monoxide leak. Drive with the windows open and have the exhaust system checked immediately.)
●Flat-looking tires, excessive tire squeal when cornering, uneven tire wear
●Vehicle pulls to one side when driven straight on a level road
●Strange noises related to suspension movement
●Loss of brake effectiveness, spongy feeling brake pedal, pedal almost touches the floor,
vehicle pulls to one side when braking
●Engine coolant temperature cont inually higher than normal (P. 105)
If you notice any of these clues, take your vehicle to any authorized Lexus retailer or
Lexus authorized re pairer, or any reliable repairer as soon as possible. Your vehicle may need adjustment or repair.
WARNING
■If your vehicle is not properly maintained
Improper maintenance could result in se rious damage to the vehicle and possible death or serious injury.
■Handling of the 12-volt battery
12-volt battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead com- pounds which are known to cause brain da mage. Wash your hands after handling.
( P. 522)

5127-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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WARNING
The engine compartment contains many mechanisms and fluids that may move suddenly, become hot, or become electrically energize d. To avoid death or serious injury, observe
the following precautions.
■When working on the engine compartment
●Make sure that the “ACCESSORY” or “I GNITION ON” on the multi-information
display and the “READY” indicator are both off.
●Keep hands, clothing and tools away from the moving fan and engine drive belt.
●Be careful not to touch the engine, power control unit, radiator, exhaust manifold, etc.
right after driving as they may be hot. Oil and other fluids may also be hot.
●Do not leave anything that may burn easily, such as paper and rags, in the engine compartment.
●Do not smoke, cause sparks or expose an open flame to fuel. Fuel fumes are flamma-
ble.
●Take care because brake fluid can harm yo ur hands or eyes and damage painted sur-
faces. If fluid gets on your hands or in your eyes, flush the affected area with clean
water immediately. If you still experience disc omfort, consult a doctor.
■When working near the electric cooling fans or radiator grille
Be sure the power switch is off. With the power switch in ON mode, the elec tric cooling fans may automatically start to
run if the air conditioning is on and/ or the coolant temperature is high. (P. 521)
■Safety glasses
Wear safety glasses to prevent flying or falling material, fluid spray, etc. from getting in
your eyes.
NOTICE
■If you remove the air cleaner filter
Driving with the air cleaner f ilter removed may cause excessive engine wear due to dirt
in the air.
■If the fluid level is low or high
It is normal for the brake fluid level to go down slightly as the brake pads wear or when
the fluid level in the accumulator is high. If the reservoir needs freq uent refilling, it may indicate a serious problem.

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Turn the power switch off.
Open the glove box. Lift up the side
with the stay, disconnect the stay
tabs and remove the partition by
pulling horizontally.
Press the tabs and remove the filter
cover.
Press the tabs and remove the filter
case.
Air conditioning filter
The air conditioning filter must be ch anged regularly to maintain air condi-
tioning efficiency.
Removal method
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5487-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Remove the air conditioning filter
from the filter case and replace it
with a new one.
The “ UP” marks shown on the filter
and the filter case sh ould be pointing up.
■Checking interval
Inspect and replace the air conditioning filt er according to the maintenance schedule. In dusty areas or areas with heavy traffic flow, early replacement may be required. (For
scheduled maintenance informat ion, please refer to the “Lexus Service Booklet” or
“Lexus Warranty Booklet”.)
■If air flow from the ve nts 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 cont inuously, 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.

5998-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
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(If equipped)
Indicates that, since the VSC (Vehicle Stability Control) system was turned off, the pre-collision braking and pre-
collision brake assist are stopped (The pre-collision
warning function will be operational)  Turn the VSC on. (P. 354)
(If equipped)
Indicates that the PCS (Pre-Collision System) is tempo-
rarily unavailable
 When conditions improve, the system resumes operation. If this message is displayed continuously,
have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Lexus
retailer or Lexus authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer.
Indicates that operation of large electricity consuming
systems such as the air conditioning system are sus-
pended  Stop using unnecessary electric components to
reduce electricity consumpt ion. Wait a while until
the electric power supply is restored. If this message is frequently displayed, have the
vehicle inspected at by any authorized Lexus
retailer or Lexus authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer immediately.
Warning messageDetails/Actions
(Flashes)
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6368-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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●The needle of the engine coolant temperature gauge (P. 105) enters the
red zone or a loss of hybrid system po wer is experienced. (For example, the
vehicle speed does not increase.)
●“Engine Coolant Temp High Stop in a Safe Place See Owner’s Manual” or
“Hybrid System Overheated Reduced Ou tput Power” is shown on the multi-
information display.
●Steam comes out from under the hood.
■If the needle of the engine coolant temperature gauge enters the red zone
Stop the vehicle in a safe place and tu rn off the air conditioning system, and
then stop the hybrid system.
If you see steam:
Carefully lift the hood after the steam subsides.
If you do not see steam:
Carefully lift the hood.
After the hybrid system has
cooled down sufficiently, inspect
the hoses and radiator core (radi-
ator) for any leaks.
Radiator
Cooling fans
If a large amount of coolant leaks,
immediately contact any autho-
rized Lexus retailer or Lexus authorized repairer, or any reli-
able repairer.
If your vehicle overheats
The following may indicate that your vehicle is overheating.
Correction procedures
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6378-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
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The coolant level is satisfactory if
it is between the “FULL” and
“LOW” lines on the reservoir.
Reservoir
“FULL”
“LOW”
Add coolant if necessary.
Water can be used in an emergency if coolant is unavailable.
Start the hybrid system and turn the air conditioning system on to check
that the radiator cooling fans operate and to check for coolant leaks from
the radiator or hoses.
The fans operate when the air conditioning system is turned on immediately after a
cold start. Confirm that the fans are operating by checking the fan sound and air flow. If it is difficult to check these, tu rn the air conditioning system on and off
repeatedly.
(The fans may not operate in freezing temperatures.)
If the fans are not operating:
Stop the hybrid system immediatel y and contact any authorized Lexus
retailer or Lexus auth orized repairer, or any reliable repairer.
If the fans are operating:
Have the vehicle inspected at the nearest authorized Lexus retailer or
Lexus authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer.
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