required Lexus IS300h 2017 User Guide

5487-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
IS300h_EE(OM53D89E)
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 sh ould 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 informat ion, please refer to the “Lexus Service Booklet” or
“Lexus Warranty Booklet”.)
■If air flow from the ve nts decreases dramatically
The filter may be clogged. Check the filter and replace if necessary.
■Air conditioning filter with deodorizing function
When fragrances are placed in your vehicle, the deodorizing effect may become signifi-
cantly weakened in a short period.
When an air conditioning odor comes out cont inuously, replace the air conditioning filter.
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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.

5627-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
IS300h_EE(OM53D89E)
■Replacing the following bulbs
If any of the lights listed below has burn t out, have it replaced by any autho-
rized Lexus retailer or Lexus authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer.
●Headlights
●Front position lights and daytime running lights
●Front turn signal lights (LED type)
●Side turn signal lights
●Stop/tail lights
●Tail lights
●Back-up light
●Rear turn signal lights
●Rear fog light
●High mounted stoplight
●License plate lights
■LED Lights
The lights other than the front turn signal lights (bulb type) and outer foot lights each con- sist of a number of LEDs. If any of the LEDs burn out, take your vehicle to any authorized
Lexus retailer or Lexus author ized repairer, or any reliable repairer to have the light
replaced.
■Condensation build-up on the inside of the lens
Temporary condensation build-up on the inside of the headlight lens does not indicate a
malfunction. Contact any authorized Lexus re tailer or Lexus authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer for more inform ation in the following situations:
●Large drops of water have built up on the inside of the lens.
●Water has built up inside the headlight.
■When replacing the front turn signal lights (bulb type)
When the washer fluid filler opening is remo ved with a large amount of washer fluid con-
tained in the washer tank, washer fluid may spill onto the vehicle and cleaning may be required.
■When replacing light bulbs
 P. 555

5678-1. Essential information
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When trouble arises
IS300h_EE(OM53D89E)
Steadily step on the brake pedal with both feet and firmly depress it.
Do not pump the brake pedal repeatedly as this will increase the effort required to
slow the vehicle.
Shift the shift lever to N.
If the shift lever is shifted to N
After slowing down, stop the vehicle in a safe place by the road.
Stop the hybrid system.
If the shift lever cann ot be shifted to N
Keep depressing the brake pedal with both feet to reduce vehicle speed as
much as possible.
To stop the hybrid system, press and
hold the power switch for 2 consec-
utive seconds or more, or press it
briefly 3 times or more in succes-
sion.
Stop the vehicle in a safe place by the road.
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency
Only in an emergency, such as if it becomes impossible to stop the vehicle in
the normal way, stop the vehicl e using the following procedure:
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2
3
4
3
Press and hold for 2 seconds or more
or press briefly 3 times or more
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WARNING
■If the hybrid system has to be turned off while driving
Power assist for the steering wheel will be lost, making the steering wheel heavier to turn. Decelerate as much as possible before turning off the hybrid system.
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6008-2. Steps to take in an emergency
IS300h_EE(OM53D89E)
Carrying out the corresponding action turns the messages off.
(If equipped)
Indicates that the PCS (Pre-Collision System) is tempo- rarily unavailable
 When conditions improve, the system resumes
operation. If this message is displayed continuously, have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Lexus
retailer or Lexus authorized repairer, or any reliable
repairer.
(If equipped)
Indicates that part of th e PCS (Pre-Collision System)
sensor is dirty, covered with ice, etc.
 Remove any dirt, ice, etc.
Other displayed messages
Warning messageDetails/Actions
(Flashes)
(Flashes)
Warning messageDetails/Actions
Maintenance of the hybrid battery (traction battery)
cooling component is required
The filter may be clogged, the air intake vent may be blocked or there may be a gap in the duct.
 Have maintenance performed on the hybrid battery
(traction battery) cooling component by any autho- rized Lexus retailer or Lexus authorized repairer, or
any reliable repairer.

6038-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
IS300h_EE(OM53D89E)
■Warning messages
The warning message illustrations used are intended as examples, and may differ from
the image that is actually displaye d on the multi-information display.
■Warning message in radar cruise mode (if equipped)
In the following situations, the warning message may not be displayed even if vehicle-to-
vehicle distance decreases:
●When the speed of the preceding vehicle matches or exceeds your vehicle speed
●When the preceding vehicle is traveling at an extremely slow speed
●Immediately after the cruise control speed was set
●At the instant the accelerator pedal is depressed
■The LDA (Lane Departure Alert with steering control) lane departure warning func-
tion (if equipped)
In the following situations, the warning messag e will not be displayed even if a lane line is
crossed.
●When the vehicle speed deviates from the operating range of the LDA system func- tions ( P. 284)
●When the lane lines cannot be recognized (P. 286)
■Resetting the message indicating maintenance is required
Make sure to reset the oil change system. ( P. 518)
■Warning buzzer
 P. 579