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LX570_OM_OM60Q78U_(U) 96-1. Maintenance and care
Cleaning and protecting
the vehicle exterior ................ 458
Cleaning and protecting
the vehicle interior....................461
6-2. Maintenance
Maintenance
requirements ............................ 464
General mainte nance.............. 466
Emission inspection and
maintenance (I/M)
programs.................................... 469
6-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Do-it-yourself service
precautions................................ 470
Hood ................................................472
Engine compartment ............... 473
Tires ................................................. 486
Tire inflation pressure .............. 495
Wheels ........................................... 499
Air conditioning filter ................ 501
Electronic key battery..............503
Checking and replacing
fuses..............................................505
Light bulbs ....................................508 7-1. Essential information
Emergency flashers ................... 510
If your vehicle has to be
stopped in an emergency ...... 511
7-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If your vehicle needs
to be towed .................................512
If you think something is
wrong............................................ 518
Fuel pump shut off system........519
If a warning light turns
on or a warning buzzer
sounds ......................................... 520
If a warning message is
displayed .................................... 528
If you have a flat tire .................. 532
If the engine will not start ........ 544
If the electronic key does
not operate properly ............. 546
If the vehicle battery is
discharged................................. 549
If your vehicle overheats......... 552
If the vehicle becomes
stuck ............................................. 5556
Maintenance and care 7
When trouble arises
402 5-3. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
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Changing the air flow mode
To adjust settings, select the screen button.
⎯ Air flows to the upper body.
⎯ Air flows to the upper body and feet.
⎯ Air flows to the feet.
⎯ Air flows to the feet and the windshield defogger operates.■
Side display
Select the left-hand front seat
side air flow mode
Adjust the left-hand side tem-
perature setting
Adjust the fan speed setting
Select the right-hand front seat
side air flow mode
Adjust the right-hand side tem-
perature setting
Adjust the temperature for driver
and passenger seats separately
(“4-ZONE” mode)
Select to set cooling and de humidification function on/off
Select to set auto mode on■
Option control screen
Select on the main display to displa y the option contro l screen. The func-
tions can be switched on and off.
Prevent ice from building up on
the windshield and wiper blades
( → P. 405)
Micro dust and pollen filter
( → P. 405) 1
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Interior features ■
Switching between outside air and recirculated air modes
Press on the control panel. The mode switches among (recirculated air mode), “AUTO” and
(outside air mode) each time is pressed.
When the system is switched to auto matic mode, it operates automatically.■
Defogging the windshield
Defoggers are used to defog the wi ndshield and front side windows.
Press on the control panel. 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 on the control panel. Press again to turn the defogger off.
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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. 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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Windshield wiper de-icer
This feature is used to prevent ice fr om building up on the windshield and
wiper blades.
Select on the option control screen. When the windshield wiper de-ice r is on, the indicator turns on.
The windshield wiper de-icer will automati cally turn off after a period of time.Other functions
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When the outside temperature is low
The dehumidification function may not operate even when is selected. ■
Micro dust and pollen filter ●
In order to prevent the windows from fogging up when the outside air is cold, the fol-
lowing may occur.
• Outside air mode does not swit ch to recirculated air mode.
• The air conditioning system operates automatically.
• The operation cancels after 1 minute. ●
In rainy weather, the windows may fog up. Press . ■
The rear window defogger, outside rear vi ew mirror defogger and windshield wiper de-
icer can be operated when
The engine switch is in IGNITION ON mode. ■
When the windshield wiper de-icer is on
The windshield wiper de-icer will automatically turn off after approximately 15 minutes.■
Ventilation and air conditioning odors ●
To let fresh air in, set the air conditioning system to the outside air mode. ●
During use, various odors from inside and outside the vehicle may enter into and accu-
mulate in the air conditioning system. This may then cause odor to be emitted from the
vents. ●
To reduce potential odors from occurring:
• It is recommended that the air conditioning system be set to outside air mode prior
to turning the vehicle off.
• The start timing of the blower may be dela yed for a short period of time immediately
after the air conditioning system is started in automatic mode.■
While the cool box is on (if equipped)
The front air conditioning sy stem cannot be turned off.■
Air conditioning filter
→ P. 501 ■
Customization
Settings (e.g. Exhaust gas sensor sensitivity) can be changed.
(Customizable features: → P. 580)
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. ●
Do not touch the glass at lower part of the windshield or to the side of the front pillars
when the windshield wiper de-icer is on.
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Modes and indicators
The mode can be changed by pressing the switch.
* : When automatic mode is selected, the leve l automatically change s depending on the
air conditioning settings. ■
The seat heaters/seat vent ilators can be used when
The engine switch is in IGNITION ON mode. ■
Replacing the air filters
Filters are installed in the se at ventilators. For replacement of the filters, contact your
Lexus dealer. ■
Customization
The automatic mode settings for the seat heaters and ventilators can be changed.
(Customizable features: → P. 580)Mode “AUTO” indicator light Level indicator lights
Off Off Off
Automatic* On 3 to 1, or off
Hi Off 3
Mid Off 2
Lo Off 1
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LX570_OM_OM60Q78U_(U) 6Maintenance and care 6-1. Maintenance and care
Cleaning and protecting
the vehicle exterior ................458
Cleaning and protecting
the vehicle interior................... 461
6-2. Maintenance
Maintenance
requirements ............................ 464
General maintenance.............. 466
Emission inspection and
maintenance (I/M)
programs .................................... 469
6-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Do-it-yourself service
precautions................................ 470
Hood ............................................... 472
Engine compartment ............... 473
Tires .................................................486
Tire inflation pressure............... 495
Wheels ........................................... 499
Air conditioning filter ................ 501
Electronic key battery ..............503
Checking and replacing
fuses ............................................. 505
Light bulbs.................................... 508
LX570_OM_OM60Q78U_(U) 4716-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care 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 or rags, in the engine com-
partment. ●
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. 479) ■
When working on or under the vehicle
Do not get under the vehicle with just the jack supporting it.
Always use automotive jack stands or other solid supports. ■
Safety glasses
Wear safety glasses to prevent flying or falling material, flui d 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.
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Maintenance and care
Air conditioning filter Turn the engine switch IGNITION ON mode and switch to recirculated air
mode, then turn the engine switch off.
Open the glove box and remove the separate tray. ( → P. 421)
Remove the filter cover.
Remove the filter case.The air conditioning filter must be cl eaned or changed re gularly to maintain
air conditioning efficiency.
Removal method 1
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