air filter Lexus ES300h 2014 User Guide

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CAUTION
■When working near the electric cooling fans or radiator grille
Be sure the “START STOP ENGINE” <“POWER”> switch is off.
With the “START STOP ENGINE” <“POWER”> switch in IGNITION 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. 6 9 1 )
■Safety glasses
Wear safety glasses to prevent flying or falling material, fluid spray, etc. from get-
ting 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.

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Maintenance and care
Air conditioning filter
Turn the “START STOP ENGINE” <“POWER”> switch off.
Open the glove box. Lift and
remove the partition.
Remove the glove box cover.
Remove the filter cover.
The air conditioning filter must be changed regularly to maintain air
conditioning efficiency.
Removal method
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Slide and pull out the filter.
Replace it with a new one.
The “↑UP” marks shown on the filter
should be pointing up.
■Changing interval
Inspect and replace the air conditioning filter according to the maintenance sched-
ule. In dusty areas or areas with heavy traffic flow, early replacement may be
required. (For scheduled maintenance information, 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.
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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.

898Alphabetical index
ES350_300h_OM_OM33A60U_(U)
Alphabetical index
A/CAir conditioning filter .......................... 717
Automatic air conditioning system
*.................................. 353, 365
Humidity sensor ...................... 361, 374
Micro dust and pollen filter ............................................. 359, 371
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) Function ................................................. 302
Warning light ...................................... 760
Air conditioning filter ............................ 717
Air conditioning system
*
Air conditioning filter .......................... 717
Automatic air conditioning system
*.................................. 353, 365
Humidity sensor ...................... 361, 374
Micro dust and pollen filter ............................................. 359, 371 Airbags
Airbag operating conditions .......... 46
Airbag precautions for your child ......................................... 41
Airbag warning light ........................ 760
Correct driving posture .................... 30
Curtain shield airbag operating conditions ....................... 46
Curtain shield airbag precautions .......................................... 43
Front passenger occupant classification system.........................50
General airbag precautions ............. 41
Locations of airbags............................ 38
Modification and disposal of airbags............................................... 45
Side airbag operating conditions ............................................. 46
Side airbag precautions ...................... 41
Side and curtain shield airbags operating conditions ....................... 46
Side and curtain shield
airbags precautions ........................... 41
SRS airbags ............................................. 38
Alarm ........................................................... 86 Warning buzzer ..................... 759, 769
Anchor brackets........................................ 61
Antennas (smart access system with push-button start) ..................... 127
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)
Function .................................................. 302
Warning light ....................................... 760
Approach warning (dynamic radar cruise control)........................ 258
Armrest .................................................... 630
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