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Maintenance and care
Washer fluid
If any washer does not work or the
warning message appears on the
multi-information display, the
washer tank may be empty. Add
washer fluid.
CAUTION
■When adding washer fluid
Do not add washer fluid when the engine is hot or running, as washer fluid contains
alcohol and may catch fire if spilled on the engine etc.
NOTICE
■Do not use any fluid other than washer fluid
Do not use soapy water or engine antifreeze instead of washer fluid.
Doing so may cause streaking on the vehicle’s painted surfaces.
■Diluting washer fluid
Dilute washer fluid with water as necessary.
Refer to the freezing temperatures listed on the washer fluid tank.

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Initializing the tire pressure warning system
■The tire pressure warning system must be initialized when the tire
inflation pressure is changed (such as when changing traveling
speed.)
When the tire pressure warning system is initialized, the current tire
inflation pressure is set as the benchmark pressure.
■How to initialize the tire pressure warning system
To initialize the system, use the satellite switch. (P. 319)
Park the vehicle in safe place and turn the “ENGINE START
STOP” switch to OFF.
While the vehicle is moving, initialization is not performed.
Adjust the tire inflation pressure to the specified cold tire inflation
pressure level. (P. 4 9 8 )
Make sure to adjust the tire pressure to the specified cold tire inflation
pressure level. The tire pressure warning system will operate based on
this pressure level.
Turn the “ENGINE START STOP” switch to IGNITION ON
mode.
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The tire inflation pressure initial-
ization setting display
Continue to press “” or “” until
the initialization setting display
appears.
It may take several minutes to com-
plete the setting. Wait for several
minutes before turning the
“ENGINE START STOP” switch to
OFF if necessary.
Recording tire inflation pressure
settings
Press and hold the “ON/OFF” but-
ton until the tire pressure warning
light blinks slowly 3 times and the
message “PRESSURE INITIAL”
showing that the initial setting is
complete is displayed on the multi-
information display.
Wait for a few minutes with the IGNITION ON mode, and then
turn the “ENGINE START STOP” switch to OFF.
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Air conditioning filter
The air conditioning filter must be cleaned or changed regularly to main-
tain air conditioning efficiency.
■Removal method
Set the air conditioning system to recirculated mode.
The air conditioning filter case cannot be removed with the system in
the outside air mode.
Turn the “ENGINE START STOP” switch to OFF.
Open the glove box. Lift and
remove the partition.
Remove the filter cover.
Remove the filter case.
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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 START STOP” switch to OFF.
Engine compartment (type B): Remove the engine compart-
ment cover. (P. 373)
Open the fuse box cover.
Engine compartment (type A)
Push the tabs in and lift the lid
off.
Engine compartment (type B)
Push the tabs in and lift the lid
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Removing the front controller (engine compartment: type B)
Lift the lid off while pushing the
tabs on either side.
Type D
Normal fuse
Blown fuse
Contact your Lexus dealer.

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Fuse layout and amperage ratings
■Engine compartment (type A)
FuseAmpereCircuit
1ALT-S7. 5 ACharging system
2TURN-HAZ15 AEmergency flashers, turn signals
3IG2 MAIN20 AIG2, IGN, GAUGE
4RAD NO. 230 AAudio system
5D/C C UT20 ADOME, MPX-B
6RAD NO. 130 AAudio system
7MPX-B10 A
Headlights, front fog lights, parking
lights, windshield washer, horns,
power door lock system, power win-
dows, power seats, electric tilt and
telescopic steering column, meters
and gauges, smart access system with
push-button start, outside rear view
mirrors, air conditioning system
8DOME10 AInterior lights, meters and gauges,
front footwell lights
9CDS10 AElectric cooling fans

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■Engine compartment (type B)
FuseAmpereCircuit
1SPARE30 ASpare fuse
2SPARE25 ASpare fuse
3SPARE10 ASpare fuse
4FR CTRL-B25 AHORN, H-LP HI
5A/F15 AExhaust system
6ETCS10 A
Multiport fuel injection system/
sequential multiport fuel injection sys-
tem
7TEL10 ASafety connect
8INJ225 A
Multiport fuel injection system/
sequential multiport fuel injection sys-
tem
9STR LOCK25 ASteering lock system
10H-LP CLN30 AHeadlight cleaner
11DEICER25 A
12FR CTRL-AM30 AFR FOG, WASHER, FR TAIL

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Headlight aim
■Removing the engine compartment cover.
P. 3 7 3
■Vertical movement adjusting bolts
Adjustment bolt A
Adjustment bolt B
■Before checking the headlight aim
Make sure the vehicle has a full tank of gas and the area around
the headlight is not deformed.
Park the vehicle on level ground.
Sit in the driver’s seat.
Bounce the vehicle several times.
■Adjusting the headlight aim
Turn bolt A in either direction
using a Phillips-head screw-
driver.
Remember the turning direction
and the number of turns.
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When trouble arises5
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5-1. Essential information
Emergency flashers.............. 430
If your vehicle needs to
be towed.................................. 431
If you think something
is wrong .................................. 437
Fuel pump shut off
system .................................... 438
Event data recorder .............. 4395-2. Steps to take in an
emergency
If a warning light turns
on or a warning buzzer
sounds... .................................. 441
If a warning message is
displayed................................. 451
If you have a flat tire............... 465
If the engine will not start ..... 474
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from P ........................ 475
If you lose your keys ............... 476
If the electronic key does
not operate properly........... 477
If the vehicle battery is
discharged ............................ 480
If your vehicle overheats ..... 483
If the vehicle becomes
stuck........................................ 486
If your vehicle has to
be stopped in an
emergency ............................ 487