air conditioning Lexus IS300h 2015 Owner's Guide

4877-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
IS300h_EE(OM53D56E)
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.
■Checking 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.
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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.

5208-2. Steps to take in an emergency
IS300h_EE(OM53D56E)
●Fluid leaks under the vehicle.
(Water dripping from the air conditioning after use is normal.)
●Flat-looking tires or uneven tire wear
●Engine coolant temperature gauge needle continually points higher than nor-
mal.
●Changes in exhaust sound
●Excessive tire squeal when cornering
●Strange noises related to the suspension system
●Pinging or other noises related to the hybrid system
●Engine missing, stumbling or running roughly
●Appreciable loss of power
●Vehicle pulls heavily to one side when braking
●Vehicle pulls heavily to one side when driving on a level road
●Loss of brake effectiveness, spongy feeling, pedal almost touches the floor
If you think something is wrong
If you notice any of the following symptoms, your vehicle probably needs
adjustment or repair. Contact any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or
another duly qualified and equipped professional as soon as possible.
Visible s ymp toms
Audible symptoms
Operational symptoms

5378-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
IS300h_EE(OM53D56E)
Indicates that operation of large electricity consuming
systems such as the air conditioning system are sus-
pended
→ Stop using unnecessary electric components to
reduce electricity consumpt ion. Wait a while until
the electric power supply is restored.
(If equipped)
Indicates that the LDA (Lane Departure Alert) system
cannot be used because the vehicle speed is lower than
approximately 50 km/h (32 mph)
→ Drive the vehicle at 50 km/h (32 mph) or higher.
Indicates that the EV drive mode is not available*
The reason the EV drive mode is not available (the
vehicle is idling, hybrid battery [traction battery]
charge is low, speed is higher than the EV drive mode
operating speed range, accelerator pedal is
depressed too much) may be displayed.
A buzzer also sounds.
→ Use the EV drive mode when it becomes available.
Wa r n i n g m e s s a g eDetails/Actions

5718-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
IS300h_EE(OM53D56E)
●The needle of the engine coolant temperature gauge (→P. 109) enters the
red zone or a loss of hybrid system power is experienced. (For example, the
vehicle speed does not increase.)
●“Hybrid System Overheat” is shown on the multi-information display.
●Steam comes out from under the hood.
■If the needle of the engine coolant temperature gauge enters the red zone
Stop the vehicle in a safe place and turn off the air conditioning system, and
then stop the hybrid system.
If you see steam:
Carefully lift the hood after the steam subsides.
If you do not see steam:
Carefully lift the hood.
After the hybrid system has
cooled down sufficiently, inspect
the hoses and radiator core (radi-
ator) for any leaks. Radiator
Cooling fans
If a large amount of coolant leaks,
immediately contact any autho-
rized Lexus dealer or repairer, or
another duly qualified and
equipped professional.
The coolant level is satisfactory if
it is between the “FULL” and
“LOW” lines on the reservoir.
Reservoir
“FULL”
“LOW”
If your vehicle overheats
The following may indicate that your vehicle is overheating.
Correction procedures
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5728-2. Steps to take in an emergency
IS300h_EE(OM53D56E)
Add coolant if necessary.
Water can be used in an emergency
if coolant is unavailable.
Start the hybrid system and turn the air conditioning system on to check
that the radiator cooling fans operate and to check for coolant leaks from
the radiator or hoses.
The fans operate when the air conditioning system is turned on immediately after a
cold start. Confirm that the fans are operating by checking the fan sound and air
flow. If it is difficult to check these, turn the air conditioning system on and off
repeatedly.
(The fans may not operate in freezing temperatures.)
If the fans are not operating:
Stop the hybrid system immediately and contact any authorized Lexus
dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.
If the fans are operating:
Have the vehicle inspected at the nearest authorized Lexus dealer or
repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.
■If “Hybrid System Overheat” is shown on the multi-information displayStop the vehicle in a safe place.
Stop the hybrid system and carefully lift the hood.
After the hybrid system has
cooled down, inspect the hoses
and radiator core (radiator) for
any leaks.Radiator
Cooling fans
If a large amount of coolant leaks,
immediately contact any autho-
rized Lexus dealer or repairer, or
another duly qualified and
equipped professional.
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5989-2. Customization
IS300h_EE(OM53D56E)
■Lexus parking assist-sensor*1 ( → P. 2 76 )
*1: If equipped
*2: When Lexus parking assist-sensor is operating.
■Automatic air conditioning system ( →P. 4 1 2 )
■Seat heaters* (→ P. 4 2 3 )
*:If equipped
FunctionDefault settingCustomized setting
Detection distance of the
front center sensorFarNearO—O
Detection distance of the
rear center sensorFarNearO—O
Buzzer volume31 to 5O—O
Display setting*2All sensors dis-
playedDisplay offO—O
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FunctionDefault settingCustomized setting
Switching between outside
air and recirculated air mode
linked to “AUTO” switch
operation
OnOffO—O
A/C Auto switch operationOnOffO—O
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FunctionDefault settingCustomized setting
Seat heater timer controlOffOnO—O
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IS300h_EE(OM53D56E)Alphabetical index
Alphabetical index
A/C ............................................................. 412
Air conditioning filter....................... 486
Automatic air conditioning system .................................................... 412
S-FLOW mode....................................414
Blower customization .......................419
AAC disc .................................................354
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) ....... 296 Function ..................................................296
Warning light ....................................... 522
Accent color .............................................. 117
Adaptive Variable Suspension system .................................................... 297
Air conditioning filter ..........................486
Air conditioning system ...................... 412 Air conditioning filter....................... 486
Automatic air conditioning system .................................................... 412
S-FLOW mode....................................414
Blower customization .......................419 Airbags ........................................................ 43
Airbag manual on-off system......... 54
Airbag operating conditions ...........49
Airbag precautions for
your child .............................................. 45
Correct driving posture.................... 36
Curtain shield airbag operating conditions ..............................................49
Curtain shield airbag precautions ........................................... 47
General airbag precautions ........... 45
Locations of airbags ............................43
Modification and disposal of airbags.................................................... 48
Side airbag operating conditions ..............................................49
Side airbag precautions.................... 45
Side and curtain shield airbags operating conditions ........................49
Side and curtain shield airbags
precautions .......................................... 45
SRS airbags ..............................................43
SRS warning light ...............................522
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615Alphabetical index
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Fuel ............................................................. 246Capacity ................................................ 580
Fuel gauge.............................................. 109
Information ........................................... 589
Refueling ................................................ 246
Type ............................................. 246, 580
Warning light ....................................... 523
Fuel consumption .................................. 124
Average fuel economy ...................... 116
Current fuel consumption................ 116
Fuel filler door ........................................ 246 If the fuel filler door
cannot be opened .........................248
Refueling ................................................ 246
Fuel gauge ................................................ 109
Fuses ........................................................... 491
Gauges ...................................................... 109
Glove box ................................................ 429
Glove box light ...................................... 429 Hands-free system
(for cellular phone) ...........................380
Head restraints ........................................ 174
Headlight cleaner................................. 238
Headlights ............................................... 229
Automatic High Beam system...................................................232
Discharge headlights precautions ...................................... 508
Follow me home system................ 230
Light switch............................................229
Replacing light bulbs ....................... 507
Wattage ................................................ 588
Heaters .......................................................412 Air conditioning system ................... 412
Heated steering wheel ....................423
Outside rear view mirrors .............. 418
Seat heaters...........................................424
Hill-start assist control........................ 296
High-voltage components .................. 83
Hood .......................................................... 453
Open ....................................................... 453
Pop Up Hood ........................................ 56
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