2017 Lexus IS300h maintenance

5477-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
IS300h_EE(OM53D89E)
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
IS300h_EE(OM53D89E)
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.

5497-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
IS300h_EE(OM53D89E)
●Flathead screwdriver
●Small flathead screwdriver
●Lithium battery CR2032
Take out the mechanical key.
Remove the cover.
To prevent damage to the key, wrap the
tip of the screwdriver with tape.
Remove the battery cover.
To prevent damage to the key, wrap the
tip of the screwdriver with tape.
Electronic key battery
Replace the battery with a new one if it is depleted.
You will need the following items:
Replacing the battery
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5507-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
IS300h_EE(OM53D89E)
Remove the depleted battery.
Insert a new battery with the “+” termi-
nal facing up.
■Use a CR2032 lithium battery
●Batteries can be purchased at any author ized Lexus retailer or Lexus authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer, local elec trical 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.
■When the card key battery needs to be replaced (if equipped)
The battery for the card key is available only at your Lexus dealer. Your Lexus dealer can replace the battery for you.
■If the electronic key battery is depleted
The following symptoms may occur:
●The smart entry & start system and wireless re mote control will not function properly.
●The operational range will be reduced.
■Certification for the key battery
●Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer.
●Dispose of used batteries according to the local laws.
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5517-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
IS300h_EE(OM53D89E)
WARNING
■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 coul d result in death or serious injury.
■Lithium battery precautions
CAUTION: RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT TYPE. DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES ACCORDING TO THE INSTRUCTIONS
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 co mponent inside the remote control.
●Do not bend either of the battery terminals.

5527-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
IS300h_EE(OM53D89E)
Turn the power switch off.
Open the fuse box cover.
Engine compartment:
Remove the clips.
Push the tabs on either side to
detach the lock and lift the lid off
while pulling the lock plate.
When installing the lid, check that the
lock plate and the tabs on either side
are connected correctly.
Checking and replacing fuses
If any of the electrical components do not operate, a fuse may have blown. If
this happens, check and repl ace the fuses as necessary.
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5537-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
IS300h_EE(OM53D89E)
Remove the fuse with the pullout
tool.
Only type A fuses can be removed
using the pullout tool.
Left side instrument panel (left-hand
drive vehicles)
Left side instrument panel (right-
hand drive vehicles)
Remove the lid. Remove the lid.
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5547-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
IS300h_EE(OM53D89E)
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 fo und on the fuse box lid.
Type C and D:
Contact any authorized Lexus retailer or Le xus authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer.
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Type AType B
Type CType D