2017 LEXUS LS600H air filter

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LS600h/LS600hL_EE(OM50G20E)
6-1. Maintenance and care
Cleaning and protecting
the vehicle exterior................. 476
Cleaning and protecting
the vehicle interior ................. 480
6-2. Maintenance
Maintenance
requirements............................ 483
6-3. Do-it-yourself
maintenance
Do-it-yourself service
precautions ................................486
Hood .............................................. 489
Positioning a floor jack............ 490
Engine compartment................492
12-volt battery............................. 502
Tires ................................................ 506
Tire inflation pressure...............525
Wheels............................................ 527
Air conditioning filter................529
Electronic key battery ..............532
Checking and replacing
fuses ............................................. 535
Light bulbs ...................................... 541
7-1. Essential information
Emergency flashers ..................546
If your vehicle has
to be stopped
in an emergency ...................... 547
7-2. Steps to take
in an emergency
If your vehicle needs
to be towed............................... 548
If you think something
is wrong .......................................554
If a warning light turns
on or a warning buzzer
sounds......................................... 555
If a warning message
is displayed.................................563
If you have a flat tire
(vehicles with
a spare tire)................................ 567
If you have a flat tire
(vehicles without
a spare tire)................................578
If the hybrid system
will not start................................ 597
If the parking brake cannot
be released ................................599
If the electronic key does
not operate properly ............ 603
If the 12-volt battery
is discharged .............................607
6Maintenance and care7When trouble arises

4155-3. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
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Interior features
LS600h/LS600hL_EE(OM50G20E)
■When the hybrid battery cooling system operates
●If the hybrid battery cooling system operates when the air conditioning is off, a
message will be shown on the multi-information display and the air conditioning will
automatically turn on. ( P. 121)
●The sound of the air flow may change when cool air flows from the rear roof vents
or the air purifier is in operation. This occurs when the hybrid battery is being
cooled and does not indicate a malfunction.
■Automatic mode for air intake control
In automatic mode, the system detects exhaust gas and other pollutants and auto-
matically switches between outside air and recirculated air modes.
When the dehumidification function is off, and the fan is operating, turning automatic
mode on will activate the dehumidification function.
■Pollen removal mode
●In order to prevent the windshield from fogging up when the outside air is cold, the
following may occur:
• Outside air mode does not switch to (recirculated air) mode.
• The dehumidification function operates.
• The operation cancels after approximately 1 minute.
●In rainy weather, the windows may fog up. Press .
●In extremely humid weather, the windows may fog up.
●The pollens are filtered out even if the pollen removal mode is turned off.
■Air purifier (with rear air conditioning system)
The air purifier will turn on when turning the rear air conditioning system on.
■When the outside temperature falls to nearly 0 C (32F)
The dehumidification function may not operate even when “A/C” is selected.

4175-3. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
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Interior features
LS600h/LS600hL_EE(OM50G20E)
■Air conditioning filter
 P. 529
■Customization
Some functions can be customized. (Customizable features P. 634)
CAUTION
■To prevent the windshield from fogging up
Do not use during cool air operation in extremely humid weather. The dif-
ference between the temperature of the outside air and that of the windshield can
cause the outer surface of the windshield to fog up, blocking your vision.
■nanoe 
Do not disassemble or repair the generator because it contains high voltage parts.
Contact any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and
equipped professional if the generator needs repair.
NOTICE
■To prevent 12-volt battery discharge
Do not leave the air conditioning system on longer than necessary when the hybrid
system is off.
■To prevent damage to the nanoe 
Do not insert anything into the driver’s side vent, attach anything to it, or use sprays
around the driver’s side vent. These th ings may cause the generator not to work
properly.

4245-3. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
LS600h/LS600hL_EE(OM50G20E)
■Button lock function
To prevent inadvertent operation, the buttons on the rear controller for the air condi-
tioning system, rear sunshade, rear door sunshades, and audio system can be
locked.
The rear controller can be locked from the air conditioning operation screen.
( P. 411)
■Rear control panel illumination off function
Control panel illumination on the rear controller can be turned off.
■Replacing the rear air conditioning filter
Replacing the air conditioning filter when using rear air conditioning or air purifier
reduces air flow or deodorizing performance. ( P. 529)
Press and hold the “MODE” switch until you
hear a beep to lock the buttons. Pressing the
“MODE” switch again until you hear a beep
will release the lock.
An indicator appears on the display when the
buttons are locked.
Press and hold the “PWR” switch until you
hear a beep to turn the illumination off. Press-
ing the “PWR” switch again until you hear a
beep will turn the illumination on.
NOTICE
■To prevent 12-volt battery discharge
Do not leave the air conditioning system on longer than necessary when the hybrid
system is off.

4595-6. Other interior features
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Interior features
LS600h/LS600hL_EE(OM50G20E)
■Operating condition
The power switch is in ON mode.
■Climate control seat/seat heater operation
Depending on the outside temperature and the temperature of the seat surface,
there are cases when heating operation is stronger than usual.
■Operating the rear climate control seats from the front seats.
 P. 409
■Disabling the switches on the rear controller
 P. 411
■Replacing the air filters
Filters are installed in the climate control se ats. For replacement of the filters, contact
any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped pro-
fessional.
■Customization
Automatic operation settings can be customized. (Customizable features P. 634)

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6Maintenance and care
LS600h/LS600hL_EE(OM50G20E)
6-1. Maintenance and care
Cleaning and protecting
the vehicle exterior ................ 476
Cleaning and protecting
the vehicle interior..................480
6-2. Maintenance
Maintenance
requirements ............................483
6-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Do-it-yourself service
precautions................................486
Hood ...............................................489
Positioning a floor jack ............490
Engine compartment ............... 492
12-volt battery .............................502
Tires .................................................506
Tire inflation pressure .............. 525
Wheels ........................................... 527
Air conditioning filter ............... 529
Electronic key battery.............. 532
Checking and
replacing fuses .........................535
Light bulbs...................................... 541

4886-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
LS600h/LS600hL_EE(OM50G20E)
NOTICE
■If you remove the air cleaner filter
Driving with the air cleaner filter 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 frequent refilling, it may indicate a serious problem.

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Maintenance and care
LS600h/LS600hL_EE(OM50G20E)
■Engine oil consumption
A certain amount of engine oil will be consumed while driving. In the following situa-
tions, oil consumption may increase, and engine oil may need to be refilled in
between oil maintenance intervals.
●When the engine is new, for example directly after purchasing the vehicle or after
replacing the engine
●If low quality oil or oil of an inappropriate viscosity is used
●When driving at high engine speeds or with a heavy load, or when driving while
accelerating or decelerating frequently
●When leaving the engine idling for a long time, or when driving frequently through
heavy traffic
CAUTION
■Used engine oil
●Used engine oil contains potentially harmful contaminants which may cause skin
disorders such as inflammation and skin cancer, so care should be taken to avoid
prolonged and repeated contact. To remove used engine oil from your skin, wash
thoroughly with soap and water.
●Dispose of used oil and filters only in a safe and acceptable manner. Do not dis-
pose of used oil and filters in household trash, in sewers or onto the ground.
Call any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and
equipped professional, service station or auto parts store for information con-
cerning recycling or disposal.
●Do not leave used engine oil within the reach of children.
NOTICE
■To prevent serious engine damage
Check the oil level on a regular basis.
■When replacing the engine oil
●Be careful not to spill engine oil on the vehicle components.
●Avoid overfilling, or the engine could be damaged.
●Check the oil level on the dipstick every time you refill the vehicle.
●Be sure the engine oil filler cap is properly tightened.