2018 Lexus GS350 air filter

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6-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Do-it-yourself service precautions.................................. 371
Hood ............................................... 373
Positioning a floor jack ............ 374
Engine compartment ............... 376
Tires ................................................. 393
Tire inflation pressure .............. 403
Wheels ........................................... 406
Air conditioning filter ...............408
Electronic key battery............... 410
Checking and replacing fuses................................................412
Headlight aim (vehicles with single-beam head lights) ........416
Light bulbs ..................................... 418
7-1. Essential information Emergency flashers .................. 424
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an
emergency ................................ 425 7-2. Steps to take in an
emergency
If your vehicle needs to be towed ............................... 426
If you think something is wrong................ 432
Fuel pump shut off system...... 433
If a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer
sounds ......................................... 434
If a warning message is displayed ......................................441
If you have a flat tire (vehicles with spare tire) ..........................472
If you have a flat tire (vehicles without spare tire) .................. 483
If the engine will not start ........ 497
If the parking brake cannot be released................................ 499
If the electronic key does not operate properly...................... 501
If the vehicle battery is discharged................................. 504
If your vehicle overheats......... 509
If the vehicle becomes stuck .............................................. 515
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Interior features
*: ⎯Air flows to the upper body
⎯ Air flows to the upper body and feet
⎯ Air flows to the feet
■Option control screen
Select on the control screen to display the option control screen. The
functions can be switched on and off.
When the function is on, the indicator illuminates on the control screen.
(→ P. 310)
Prevent ice from building up on
the windshield and wiper blades
(if equipped) ( →P. 314)
Remove pollen from the air
(Micro dust an d pollen filter)
(→ P. 314)
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ning system and defogger
■Switching between outside air and recirculated air modes
Press .
The mode switches among (recirculated air mode), automatic and
(outside air mode) modes each time the button is pressed.
When the system is switched to automatic mode, the air conditioning system oper-
ates automatically.
■Defogging the windshield
Defoggers are used to defog the wi ndshield and front side windows.
Press .
Set the outside/recirculated air mode button to outside air mode if the recirculated
air mode is used. (It may switch automatically.)
To defog the windshield and the side wind ows early, turn the air flow and tempera-
ture up.
To return to the previous mode, press
again when the windshield is
defogged.
■Defogging the rear window and outside rear view mirrors
Defoggers are used to defog the rear window and to remove raindrops, dew and frost
from the outside rear view mirrors.
Press .
The defoggers will automatically turn off af ter 15 to 60 minutes. The operation
time changes according to the ambi ent temperature and vehicle speed.
■Windshield wiper de-icer (if equipped)
This feature is used to prevent ice fr om building up on the windshield and
wiper blades.
Select on the option control screen.
The windshield wiper de-icer will automa tically turn off after approximately 15
minutes.
■Micro dust and pollen filter
Pollen is removed from the air and the air flows to the upper part of the body.
Select on the option control screen.
Usually the system will turn off automatically.
In order to prevent the windshield from fo gging up when the outside air is cold, the
dehumidification function may operate.
The pollens are filtered out even if the micro dust and pollen filter is turned off.
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■Air conditioning filter
→P. 408
■Customization
Settings (e.g. exhaust gas sensor sensitivity) can be changed.
(Customizable features: →P. 545)
WARNING
■To prevent the windshield from fogging up
●Do not use during cool air operation in extremely humid weather. The differ-
ence 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.
■To prevent burns
●Do not touch the rear view mirror surfaces when the outside rear view mirror defog-
gers are on.
●Vehicles with windshield wiper de-icer: Do not touch the glass at lower part of the
windshield or to the side of the front pill ars when the windshield wiper de-icer is on.
NOTICE
■To prevent battery discharge
Do not leave the air conditioning system on longer than necessary when the engine is
stopped.
●Do not place anything on the instrument
panel which may cover th e air outlets. Other-
wise, air flow may be obstructed, preventing
the windshield defoggers from defogging.

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6-1. Maintenance and careCleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior ................358
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior.................. 362
6-2. Maintenance Maintenance requirements ... 365
General maintenance.............. 367
Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M)
programs .................................... 370
6-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Do-it-yourself service precautions..................................371
Hood ............................................... 373
Positioning a floor jack ............ 374
Engine compartment ............... 376
Tires ................................................. 393
Tire inflation pressure...............403
Wheels ...........................................406
Air conditioning filter .............. 408
Electronic key battery ............... 410
Checking and replacing fuses ................................................412
Headlight aim (vehicles with single-beam headlights)........ 416
Light bulbs...................................... 418

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WARNING
The engine compartment contains many mechan
isms 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
●Keep hands, clothing and tools away from the moving fan and engine drive belt.
●Be careful not to touch the engine, 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 or the battery. Fuel and
battery fumes are flammable.
●Be extremely cautious when working on the battery. It contains poisonous and corro-
sive sulfuric acid.
■When working near the electric cooling fans or radiator grille
Be sure the engine switch is off.
With the engine switch in IGNITION ON mode, the electric cooling fans may auto-
matically start to run if the air conditioning is on and/or the coolant temperature is high.
( → P. 388)
■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
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Air conditioning filter
Turn the engine 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.
The air conditioning filter must be ch
anged regularly to maintain air condi-
tioning efficiency.
Removal method
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Maintenance and care
Remove the air conditioning filter
from the filter case and replace it
with a new one.
The “\bUP” marks shown on the filter
and the filter case sh ould be pointing up.
■Changing interval
Inspect and replace the air cond itioning filter according to the maintenance schedule. In
dusty areas or areas with heavy traffic fl ow, early replacement may be required. (For
scheduled maintenance informat ion, please refer to the “Owner’s Manual Supplement”
or “Scheduled Maintenance”.)
■If air flow from the vents 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.