2017 Lexus IS300h ECU

4896-4. Using the storage features
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Interior features
IS300h_EE(OM53D89E)
Hold the hook and lift up the lug-
gage mat.
Secure the luggage mat using the
hook.
Lift up the luggage mat and secure it by
using the hook.
Luggage mat
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NOTICE
When closing the trunk, do not leave the luggage mat lever hooked on the edge of the
trunk. The luggage mat may get damaged.
Luggage under tray

4906-4. Using the storage features
IS300h_EE(OM53D89E)
Loosen the belt
Tighten the belt
Warning reflector storage belt
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To prevent damage to th e warning reflector stor- age belt when it is not in use, fold the belt (as
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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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5637-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
IS300h_EE(OM53D89E)
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.

5708-2. Steps to take in an emergency
IS300h_EE(OM53D89E)
If your vehicle is transported by a flat-
bed truck, it should be tied down at the
locations shown in the illustration.
If you use chains or cables to tie down
your vehicle, the angles shaded in black
must be 45 .
Do not overly tighten the tie downs or
the vehicle may be damaged.
If a tow truck is not available in an em ergency, your vehicle may be temporarily
towed using cables or chains secured to the emergency towing eyelets. This
should only be attempted on hard surf aced roads for short distances at under 30
km/h (18 mph).
A driver must be in the vehicle to st eer and operate the brakes. The vehicle’s
wheels, drive train, axles, steering an d brakes must be in good condition.
Using a flatbed truck
Emergency towing

5718-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
IS300h_EE(OM53D89E)
Take out the towing eyelet. (P. 537)
Remove the eyelet cover using a flat-
head screwdriver.
To protect the bodywork, place a rag between the screwdriver and the vehi-
cle body as shown in the illustration.
Insert the towing eyelet into the hole
and tighten partially by hand.
Tighten down the towing eyelet
securely using a wheel nut wrench
or hard metal bar.
Securely attach cables or chains to the towing eyelet.
Take care not to damage the vehicle body.
Enter the vehicle being towed and start the hybrid system.
If the hybrid system does not start, turn the power switch to ON mode.
Shift the shift lever to N and release the parking brake.
When the shift lever cannot be shifted: P. 231
Emergency towing procedure
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5728-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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■While towing
If the hybrid system is off, the power assist for the brakes and steering will not function,
making steering and braking more difficult.
■Wheel nut wrench
Wheel nut wrench is installed in the trunk. ( P. 537)
WARNING
Observe the following precautions. Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury.
■When towing the vehicle
■While towing
●When towing using cables or chains, avoid sudden starts, etc. which place excessive
stress on the towing eyelets, cables or chains. The towing eyelets, cables or chains may become damaged, broken debris ma y hit people, and cause serious damage.
●Do not turn the power switch off.
There is a possibility that the steering wheel is locked and cannot be operated.
■Installing towing eyelet to the vehicle
Make sure that towing eyel et is installed securely.
If not securely installed, towing ey elet may come loose during towing.
Be sure to transport the vehicle with all four
wheels raised off the ground. If the vehicle is
towed with the tires contacting the ground, the
drivetrain and related parts may be damaged, an accident may occur due to a change in
direction of the vehicle or electricity generated
by the operation of the motor may cause a fire to occur depending on the nature of the dam-
age or malfunction.