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6-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance 
Do-it-yourself service  
precautions ................................399 
Hood ................................................ 401 
Positioning a floor jack.............402 
Engine compartment............... 403
12-volt battery............................... 412
Tires .................................................. 416
Tire inflation pressure...............429
Wheels............................................. 431 
Air conditioning filter................433 
Electronic key battery ..............435
Checking and replacing  
fuses .............................................. 437 
Light bulbs ..................................... 442 
7-1. Essential information 
Emergency flashers...................452 
If your vehicle has to be  
stopped in an 
emergency.................................453 
7-2. Steps to take in an  
emergency 
If your vehicle needs  
to be towed ................................454 
If you think something  
is wrong .......................................459 
If a warning light turns on  
or a warning buzzer 
sounds..........................................460 
If a warning message  
is displayed................................. 466 
If you have a flat tire  
(vehicles with spare tire) ..... 498 
If you have a flat tire  
(vehicles without spare 
tire) ............................................... 509 
If the hybrid system  
will not start................................523 
If the parking brake  
cannot be released.................525 
If the electronic key does  
not operate properly ............. 527 
If the 12-volt battery is  
discharged ................................ 530 
If your vehicle overheats .........535
If the vehicle becomes  
stuck.............................................. 542
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3525-2. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
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■Defogging the windshield 
Defoggers are used to defog the windshield 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 windows 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 after 15 to 60 minutes. The operation 
time changes according to the ambient 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
■Pollen removal mode 
Pollen is removed from the air and the ai r 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 pollen removal mode is turned off. 

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■nanoe *1 system (if equipped) 
Your vehicle incorporates a nanoe  device, which is considered a biocidal product. The nanoe  device generates charged water particles from the ambient air and these purify 
the air in the cabin by suppressing bacteria. 
The nanoe  device is considered a biocidal product in the EU according to the interpre- tation of Regulation (EU) No 528/2012. 
Active substances: Charged water particles (nano) containing hydroxyl radicals, gener- ated from ambient air 
nanoe  helps to provide purified air by emitting electrically charged water particles 
through the front center vent on the driver’s side*2.
●When the fan is turned on and “nanoe” on the option control screen is selected, the nanoe  system is activated.
●When the fan is operated in the following conditions, system performance will be maxi- mized. If the following conditions are not met, performance will be limited. 
• The  ,   or   air outlets are being used. 
• The front center vent on driver’s side is open.
●When nanoe  is generated, a small amount of ozone is emitted and may be faintly smelled in some situations. However, this is approximately the same as the amount that 
already exists in nature, such as in forests, and it has no affect on the human body.
●A slight noise may be heard during operation. This is not a malfunction.
*1:nanoe  and the nanoe mark are trademarks of Panasonic Corporation.
*2: According to temperature and humidity conditions, fan speed and direction of the 
air flow, the nanoe  system may not operate at full capacity.
■Air conditioning filter 
 P. 433
■Customization 
Settings (e.g. exhaust gas sensor sensitivity) can be changed.  (Customizable features:  P. 561) 

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6-1. Maintenance and care 
Cleaning and protecting  
the vehicle exterior ................390 
Cleaning and protecting  
the vehicle interior.................. 394 
6-2. Maintenance 
Maintenance  
requirements ............................ 397 
6-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance 
Do-it-yourself service  
precautions................................ 399 
Hood ................................................ 401
Positioning a floor jack ............ 402
Engine compartment ...............403 
12-volt battery ...............................412 
Tires ...................................................416
Tire inflation pressure .............. 429
Wheels ............................................ 431
Air conditioning filter ............... 433
Electronic key battery.............. 435 
Checking and replacing  
fuses.............................................. 437 
Light bulbs..................................... 442 

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WARNING
The engine compartment contains many mechanisms 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
●Make sure that the “POWER ON” on  the multi-information display and the “READY” indicator are both off.
●Keep hands, clothing and tools away from the moving fan and engine drive belt.
●Be careful not to touch the engine, power co ntrol unit, 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 enginecompartment.
●Do not smoke, cause sparks or expose an  open flame to fuel. Fuel fumes are flamma- 
ble.
●Take care because brake fluid can harm your  hands or eyes and damage painted sur- faces. If fluid gets on your hands or in your eyes, flush the affected area with clean 
water immediately. If you still experi ence discomfort, consult a doctor.
■When working near the electric cooling fans or radiator grille 
Be sure the power switch is off. 
With the power switch in ON mode, the electric cooling fans may automatically start to run if the air conditioning is on and/or the coolant temperature is high. ( P. 411)
■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 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 refillin g, it may indicate a serious problem. 

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■After changing the engine oil 
The engine oil maintenance data should be reset. Perform the following procedures: 
Press   or   of the meter control switch and select  .
Press   or   of the meter control switch an d select “Vehicle Settings”. Then press 
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Press   or   of the meter control switch  and select “Oil Maintenance”. Then press 
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Select the “Yes” and press  . 
A message is displayed on the multi-informa- tion display.
WARNING
■Used engine oil
●Used engine oil contains potentially harm ful contaminants which may cause skin dis- orders such as inflammation and skin cancer, so care should be taken to avoid pro- 
longed 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 dispose of 
used oil and filters in household trash, in sewers or onto the ground.  Call any authorized Lexus retailer or Le xus authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer, service station or auto parts st ore for information concerning 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.
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Air conditioning filter
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.
The air conditioning filter must be changed regularly to maintain air condi-
tioning efficiency.
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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 should be pointing up.
■Changing 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 information, please  refer to the “Lexus Service Booklet” or “Lexus Warranty Booklet”.)
■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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■When using the air conditioning system 
When fragrances are placed in your vehicle, the deodorizing effect may become sig- nificantly weakened in a short period. 
When an air conditioning odor comes out continuously, replace the air conditioning fil- ter.