air filter lexus LC500 2018 User Guide

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6-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Maintenance and care
ing your tires, check that the wheel
nuts are still tight after driving 1600
km (1000 miles).
 Be careful not to damage the alumi-
num wheels when using tire chains.
 Use only Lexus genuine balance
weights or equivalent and a plastic
or rubber hammer when balancing
your wheels.
1 Turn the engine switch switch> off.
2 Open the glove box.
3 Remove the panel.
4 Unlock the filter cover ( ), pull
the filter cover out of the claws
( ), and remove the filter cover.
Air conditioning filter
The air conditioning filter must be
changed regularly to maintain air
conditioning efficiency.
Removing the air conditioning
filter
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5Remove the filter case.
6 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 fil- ter 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 dra- matically
The filter may be clogged. Check the filter and replace if necessary.
■Air conditioning filter with deodorizing function
When fragrances are placed in your vehi- cle, the deodorizing effect may become
significantly weakened in a short period.
When an air conditioning odor comes out continuously, replace the air conditioning filter.
NOTICE
■When using the air conditioning sys-tem
Make sure that a filter is always installed. Using the air conditioning system without
a filter may cause damage to the system.
■To prevent damage to the filter cover
When moving the filter cover in the
direction of arrow to release the fitting, pay attention not to apply excessive force to the claws. Otherwise, the claws may
be damaged.

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7-2. Steps to take in an emergency
• “Shift system malfunction” • “P switch malfunction”• “Shift system unavailable”
●If any of the following messages is shown on the multi-information display, it may indicate a malfunction in a system or part. Immediately have the vehicle inspected by any autho-
rized Lexus retailer or Lexus authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer. • “Hybrid System Malfunction” (LC500h)•“Check Engine”
• “Hybrid Battery System Malfunction” (LC500h) • “Accelerator System Malfunction”
●If any of the following messages is shown on the multi-information display, it may indicate a malfunction. Immediately stop the vehicle and contact any authorized Lexus retailer or Lexus authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer.
•“Braking Power Low” • “Charging System Malfunction”• “Oil Pressure Low”
●LC500h: If “Aux Battery Low” is shown, observe the following.
• If the message disappears in a few minutes*
Keep the hybrid system operating for more than approximately 15 minutes to charge the 12-volt battery.
• If the message does not disappear Refer to “If the 12-volt battery is discharged” ( P.392) to start the hybrid system*: It is displayed for approximately 6 seconds.
●If “Battery low” is shown, the 12-volt battery charge is insufficient. Recharge or replace the 12-volt battery.
●LC500h: If “Maintenance Required for Traction battery Cooling Parts” is shown, the fil- ters may be clogged, the air intake vents may be blocked, or there may be a gap in the
duct. Therefore, perform the following correction procedure. • If the air intake vents and filters of the hybrid battery (traction battery) are dirty, perform the procedure on P.309 to clean them.
• If the warning message is shown when the air in take vents and filters of the hybrid battery (traction battery) are not dirty, have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Lexus retailer or Lexus authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer.
■If a message that indicates the need for visi ting your any authorized Lexus retailer or
Lexus authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer is shown
The system or part shown on th e multi-information display is malfunctioning. Have the vehi-
cle inspected by any authorized Lexus retailer or Lexus authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer immediately.
■Warning buzzer
In some cases, the buzzer may not be heard due to being in a noisy location or audio sound.
NOTICE
■While the engine oil level warning message is displayed
Continued engine operation with low engine oil will damage the engine.

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Alphabetical index
Alphabetical index
A
A/C................................................................... 280
Air conditioning filter................................ 347
Automatic air conditioning system .. 280
Pollen removal mode ..............................285
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) ..............262
Function .......................................................... 262
Warning light ...............................................369
Active rear wing ...........................................259
Adaptive Variable Suspension System
(AVS) .............................................................262
Airbag manual on-off system .....................46
Airbags ................................................................35
Airbag manual on-off system ................. 46
Airbag operating conditions................... 37
Airbag precautions for your child ........ 40
Correct driving posture ............................ 29
Curtain shield airbag operating condi-
tions .................................................................. 37
Curtain shield airbag precautions........ 40
General airbag precautions ................... 40
Locations of airbags.................................... 35
Modification and disposal of airbags . 42
Side airbag operating conditions ......... 37
Side airbag precautions ............................ 40
Side and curtain shield airbags operating
conditions ...................................................... 37
Side and curtain shield airbags precau-
tions .................................................................. 40
SRS airbags ..................................................... 35
SRS warning light.......................................369
Air conditioning filter.................................. 347
Air conditioning system............................ 280
Air conditioning filter................................ 347
Automatic air conditioning system .. 280
Pollen removal mode ..............................285
Alarm ................................................................... 76
Alarm .................................................................. 76
Warning buzzer ........................................ 368
Anchor brackets..................................... 49, 60
Antennas (smart entry & start system). 122
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ..............262
Function .......................................................... 262
Warning light .............................................. 369
Approach warning ......................................235
Automatic headlight leveling system.... 192
Automatic High Beam ................................ 193
Automatic light control system .................191
Automatic transmission.............................. 173
M mode ........................................................... 178
Paddle shift switches ....................... 177, 178
Snow mode..................................................... 177
Auxiliary net ...................................................293
Average fuel economy .................................94
Average vehicle speed.................................94
AVS (Adaptive Variable Suspension Sys-
tem).................................................................262
B
Back-up lights
Replacing light bulbs ............................... 355
Battery (12-volt battery) ............................325
Battery checking ........................................325
If the 12-volt battery is discharged ....392
Preparing and checking before winter
..........................................................................269
Replacing ...................................................... 398
Warning light .............................................. 368
Battery (traction battery) .............................65
Blind Spot Monitor (BSM) ...................... 248
Blind Spot Monitor function .................254
Rear Crossing Traffic Alert function 256
Brake
Brake hold ...................................................... 189
Fluid.................................................................... 418
Parking brake................................................ 187
Regenerative braking .................................63
Warning light .................................. 368, 373
Warning message .....................................379
Brake assist .....................................................262