light Lexus IS220d 2011 Owner's Manual

4Maintenance and care
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4-1. Maintenance and care
Cleaning and protecting
the vehicle exterior ........ 388
Cleaning and protecting
the vehicle interior ......... 392
4-2. Maintenance
Maintenance
requirements .................. 395
4-3. Do-it-yourself
maintenance
Do-it-yourself service
precautions..................... 398
Hood ................................ 401
Positioning a floor jack .... 402
Engine compartment ........ 404
Tires ................................. 420
Tire inflation pressure ...... 424
Wheels ............................. 426
Air conditioning filter ...... 428
Electronic key battery ...... 431
Checking and replacing
fuses ............................... 433
Light bulbs ....................... 448

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Aluminum wheels
Remove any dirt immediately by using a neutral detergent. Do not use
hard brushes or abrasive cleaners. Do not use strong or harsh chemical
cleaners.
Use the same mild detergent and wax as used on the paint.
Do not use detergent on the wheels when they are hot, for example after
driving for long distance in the hot weather.
Wash detergent from the wheels immediately after use.
Bumpers
Do not scrub with abrasive cleaners.
Outside rear view mirror rain-clearing coating (if equipped)
Observe the following precautions in order to retain the rain-clearing prop-
erties of the mirror.
Clean the mirrors using car shampoo or glass cleaner that does not con-
tain silicone or an abrasive compound, and rinse thoroughly with water.
Allow the mirrors to be exposed to direct sunlight for 1 to 2 days.
CAUTION
When cleaning the windshield (vehicles with rain-sensing windshield wip-
ers)
When the upper part of the windshield where the raindrop sensor is
located is touched by hand
When a wet rag or similar is held close to the raindrop sensor
If something bumps against the windshield
If you directly touch the raindrop sensor body or if something bumps into
the raindrop sensor
Set the wiper switch to off.
If the wiper switch is in “AUTO”, the
wipers may operate unexpectedly in the
following situations, and may result in
hands being caught or other serious inju-
ries and cause damage to the wiper
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CAUTION
Caution about the exhaust pipe
Exhaust gasses cause the exhaust pipe to become quite hot.
When washing the vehicle, be careful not to touch the pipe until it has
cooled sufficiently, as touching a hot exhaust pipe can cause burns.
NOTICE
To prevent paint deterioration and corrosion on the body and components
(aluminum wheels etc.)
Wash the vehicle immediately in the following cases:
• After driving near the sea coast
• After driving on salted roads
• If you see coal tar or tree sap on the paint surface
• If you see dead insects, insect droppings or bird droppings on the paint
• After driving in an area contaminated with soot, oily smoke, mine
dust, iron powder or chemical substances
• If the vehicle becomes heavily soiled in dust or mud
• If liquids such as benzene and gasoline are spilled on the paint surface
If the paint is chipped or scratched, have it repaired immediately.
To prevent the wheels from corroding, remove any dirt and store in a
place with low humidity when storing the wheels.
Cleaning the exterior lights
Wash carefully. Do not use organic substances or scrub with a hard brush.
This may damage the surfaces of the lights.
Do not apply wax on the surfaces of the lights.
Wax may cause damage to the lenses.
To prevent damage to the windshield wiper arms
When lifting the wiper arms away from the windshield, pull the driver side
wiper arm upward first, and repeat for the passenger side. When returning
the wipers to their original position, do so from the passenger side first.

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NOTICE
Cleaning detergents
Do not use organic substances such as benzene or gasoline, acidic or alka-
line solutions, dye, bleach or other detergent. Doing so may discolor the
vehicle interior or cause streaks or damage to painted surfaces.
Do not use polish wax or polish cleaner. The instrument panel's or other
interior part’s painted surface may be damaged.
Preventing damage to leather surfaces
Observe the following precautions to avoid damage to and deterioration of
leather surfaces.
Remove any dust or dirt on leather surfaces immediately.
Do not expose the vehicle to direct sunlight for extended periods of time.
Park the vehicle in the shade, especially during summer.
Do not place items made of vinyl, plastic, or that contain wax on the
upholstery, as they may stick to the leather surface if the vehicle interior
heats up significantly.
Water on the floor
Do not wash the vehicle floor with water.
Vehicle systems such as the audio system may be damaged if water comes
into contact with electrical components under the floor of the vehicle, and
may also cause the body to rust.
Cleaning the inside of the rear window
Do not use glass cleaner to clean the rear window, as this may cause dam-
age to the rear window defogger heater wires or antenna. Use a cloth
dampened with lukewarm water to gently wipe the window clean. Wipe
the window in strokes running parallel to the heater wires or antenna.
Be careful not to scratch or damage the heater wires or antenna.

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NOTICE
If you remove the air cleaner
Driving with the air cleaner removed may cause excessive engine wear due
to dirt in the air. Also, a backfire could cause a fire in the engine compart-
ment.
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 refilling, it may indicate a serious problem.

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Hood
CAUTION
Pre-driving check
Check that the hood is fully closed and locked.
If the hood is not locked properly it may open while the vehicle is in motion
and cause an accident, which may result in death or serious injury.
Release the lock from the inside of the vehicle to open the hood.
Pull the hood release lever.
The hood will pop up
slightly.
Lift auxiliary catch lever and
lift the hood.
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CAUTION
Chemicals in the battery
A battery contains poisonous and corrosive sulfuric acid and may produce
hydrogen gas which is flammable and explosive. To reduce the risk of death
or serious injury, take the following precautions while working on or near
the battery:
Do not cause sparks by touching the battery terminals with tools.
Do not smoke or light a match near the battery.
Avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothes.
Never inhale or swallow electrolyte.
Wear protective safety glasses when working near the battery.
Keep children away from the battery.
Where to safely charge the battery
Always charge the battery in an open area. Do not charge the battery in a
garage or closed room where there is not sufficient ventilation.
Emergency measures regarding electrolyte
If electrolyte gets in your eyes
Flush your eyes with clean water for at least 15 minutes and get immedi-
ate medical attention. If possible, continue to apply water with a sponge or
cloth while traveling to the nearest medical facility.
If electrolyte gets on your skin
Wash the affected area thoroughly. If you feel pain or burning, get medical
attention immediately.
If electrolyte gets on your clothes
It can soak through clothing on to your skin. Immediately take off the
clothing and follow the procedure above if necessary.
If you accidentally swallow electrolyte
Drink a large quantity of water or milk. Get emergency medical attention
immediately.

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7MPX-B10 A
Headlights, front fog lights, front
position lights, license plate lights,
windshield washer, horn, power
door lock system, power windows,
power seats, electric tilt and tele-
scopic steering column, meter,
smart entry & start system, outside
rear view mirrors, air conditioning
system, multiplex communication
system
8DOME10 AInterior lights, meter, outer foot
lights
9CDS10 AElectric cooling fans
10E/G-B60 AFR CTRL-B, ETCS, A/F, STR
LOCK, EDU, ECD
11DIESEL GLW80 AEngine glow system
12ABS150 AVDIM
13RH J/B-B30 AFR DOOR RH, RR DOOR RH,
AM2
14MAIN30 AH-LP L LWR, H-LP R LWR
15STARTER30 ASmart entry & start system
16LH J/B-B30 AFR DOOR LH, RR DOOR LH,
SECURITY
17P/I-B60 AEFI, F/PMP, INJ
18EPS80 APower steering
FuseAmpereCircuit

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5A/F15 A
Multiport fuel injection system/
sequential multiport fuel injection
system
6ETCS10 A
Multiport fuel injection system/
sequential multiport fuel injection
system
7TEL10 A
8STR LOCK25 ASteering lock system
9H-LP CLN30 AHeadlight cleaner
10A/C COMP7.5 AAir conditioning system
11DEICER25 AWindshield wiper de-icer
12FR CTRL-AM30 AFR TAIL, FR FOG, WASHER
13IG210 AIgnition system
14EFI NO.210 A
Multiport fuel injection system/
sequential multiport fuel injection
system
15H-LP R LWR15 AHeadlight low beam (right)
16H-LP L LWR15 AHeadlight low beam (left)
17F/PMP25 AFuel system
18EFI25 A
Multiport fuel injection system/
sequential multiport fuel injection
system, EFI NO.2
19INJ20 A
Multiport fuel injection system/
sequential multiport fuel injection
system
20H-LP UPR20 AHeadlight high beams
21HORN10 AHorns
FuseAmpereCircuit

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22WASHER20 AWindshield washer
23FR TAIL10 AFront position lights
24FR FOG15 AFront fog lights
25EDU20 AStarter system
26ECD25 A
Starter system, fuel system, multi-
plex communication system, ECD
NO.2
27ECD NO.210 A
Starter system, fuel system,
exhaust system,
multiport fuel
injection system/ sequential multi-
port fuel injection system
FuseAmpereCircuit