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Air conditioning filter
The air conditioning filter must be changed regularly to maintain air condi-
tioning efficiency.
Turn the engine switch to the “LOCK” position.Open the glove box and
unhook the clip.
Push in each side of the glove
box to disconnect the claws.
Remove the filter case.STEP1
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■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, refer to the “Warranty and Ser-
vices Guide/Owner’s Manual Supplement/Scheduled Maintenance”.)
■If air flow from the vents decreases dramatically
The filter may be clogged. Check the filter and replace if necessary.
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.
Remove the air conditioning fil-
ter 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.
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Wireless remote control battery
Replace the battery with a new one if it is discharged.
■You will need the following items:
●Small Phillips-head sc rewdriver
● Lithium battery (CR1616)
■ Replacing the battery
Remove the screw and cover.
Push the cover in the arrow
direction.
Remove the module.
Remove the 2 screws to take
out the lid.
Insert a new battery with the “+”
terminal facing up.
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■If the battery is discharged
The following symptoms may occur.
●The wireless remote control will not function properly.
●The operational range is reduced.
■Use a CR1616 lithium battery
●Batteries can be purchased at your Lexus dealer, jewelers, or camera stores.
●Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by a Lexus dealer.
●Dispose of used batteries according to the local laws.
CAUTION
■Removed battery and other parts
Keep away from children.
These parts are small and if swallowed by a child they can cause choking.
NOTICE
■For normal operation after replacing the battery
Observe the following precautions to prevent accidents.
●Always work with dry hands.
Moisture may cause the battery to rust.
●Do not touch or move any other components inside the electronic key.
●Do not bend the battery terminals.

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Rear seat entertainment system controller
■If the batteries are discharged
The following symptoms may occur.
●The rear seat entertainment system control will not function properly.
●The operational range is reduced.
■Use 3 AA batteries
●Batteries can be purchased at your Lexus dealer, jewelers, or camera stores.
●Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by a Lexus dealer.
●Dispose of used batteries according to the local laws.
Replace the batteries if they are discharged.
■Necessary items
3 AA batteries
■ Replacing the battery
Remove the cover.
Remove the depleted batteries
and install the new batteries.
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CAUTION
■Removed battery and other parts
Keep away from children.
These parts are small and if swallowed by a child they can cause choking.
NOTICE
■For normal operation after replacing the battery
Observe the following precautions to prevent accidents.
●Always work with dry hands.
Moisture may cause the battery to rust.
●Do not touch or move any other components inside the remote control.
●Do not bend the battery terminals.

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Checking and replacing fuses
If any of the electrical components do not operate, a fuse may have blown.
If this happens, check and replace the fuses as necessary.
Turn the engine switch to the “LOCK” position.
Open the fuse box cover.
Engine compartment
Push the tabs in and lift the lid
off.
Driver’s side instrument panel Remove the lid.STEP1
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After a system failure, see “Fuse layout and amperage ratings”
(P. 357) for details about which fuse to check.
Remove the fuse with the pull-
out tool.
Check if the fuse has blown.
Type A
Normal fuse
Blown fuse
Replace it with one of an appro-
priate amperage rating. The
amperage rating can be found
on the fuse box lid.
Type BNormal fuse
Blown fuse
Replace it with one of an appro-
priate amperage rating. The
amperage rating can be found
on the fuse box lid.
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Fuse layout and amperage ratings■ Engine compartment
FuseAmpereCircuit
1ALT140
Charging system, AM1, HEATER,
CDS FAN, FR FOG, DEFOG, AIR
SUS, AC INV, SEAT HEATER, OBD,
STOP, J/B, RR AC, MIR HEATER,
BATT CHG, TOWING BRK, TOW-
ING
2HEATER50Air conditioning system
3AIR SUS50Rear height control air suspension
4AM150
ACC, CIG, IG1, FR WIP-WSH, RR
WIP, RR WSH, DIFF, ECU-IG,
TEMS, STA
5TOWING BRK30Trailer brake controller
6J/B50
P FR P/W, P RR P/W, D RR P/W, D
P/ S E AT, P P/ S E AT, TA I L , PA N E L ,
POWER OR TI&TE
7BATT CHG30Trailer sub battery

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FuseAmpereCircuit
8TOW I N G40Trailer lights
9CDS FAN20Electric cooling fan
10RR A/C30Rear air conditioning system
11MIR HEATER10Outside rear view mirror defogger
12STOP10
Stop lights, high mounted stoplight,
shift lock control system, vehicle sta-
bility control system, electronic mod-
ulated suspension, rear height control
air suspension, multiport fuel injec-
tion system/sequential multiport fuel
injection system
13AC INV15Power outlet (115V AC)
14FR FOG15Front fog lights
15OBD7. 5On-board diagnosis system
16HEAD (LO RH)10Right hand headlight (low beam)
17HEAD (LO LH)10Left hand headlight (low beam)
18HEAD (HI RH)10Right hand headlight (high beam)
19HEAD (HI LH)10Left hand headlight (high beam)
20EFI NO.210
Multiport fuel injection system/
sequential multiport fuel injection
system
21HEATER No.27. 5Air conditioning system
22DEFOG30Rear window defogger
23AIRSUS NO.210Rear height control air suspension
24S E AT H E AT E R20Seat heaters