lexus LS400 1994 Comfort Adjustment / 1994 LS400: ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS

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REPLACING THE WINDSHIELD
WIPER BLADES
When the wipers no longer clean adequately, the wiper
blades may be worn or cracked, and require replacement.
Replacing driver’s side wiper blade
1. Turn the ignition switch on. Turn the wiper switch to the “LO”
position.
2. Quickly turn the ignition switch to the “ACC” position as soon
as the wiper on the driver’s side comes to the edge of the
windshield on the driver’s side.
3. Use a screwdriver to release the lock joining the wiper arm
and blade.
4. Slide the wiper blade downward to separate it from the wiper
arm.
5. Remove the wiper blade.

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6. Install a new wiper blade to the wiper arm.
7. Slide the wiper blade upward fully to the wiper arm.
8. Firmly close the lock joining the wiper arm and blade.
9. Lower the wiper blade down with your hand. Return the
wiper blades to set position.
NOTICE:
Be careful not to scratch the glass surface with the wiper
frame.

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Replacing passenger side wiper blade
1. Turn the ignition switch on. Turn the wiper switch to the “LO”
position.
2. Quickly turn the ignition switch to the “ACC” position as soon
as the wiper on the driver’s side comes to the edge of the
windshield on the driver’s side.
3. Press on the lock pin at the rear side where the wiper arm
and blade connect, and slide the wiper blade downward to
disconnect it.
4. Place the wiper blade square to the wiper arm and then pull
the wiper blade straight off.

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5. Place the new wiper blade square to the wiper arm and push
it onto the wiper arm.
6. Slide the wiper blade back up until the lock clicks in place.
NOTICE:
Be careful not to scratch the glass surface with the wiper
frame.
ADDING WASHER FLUID
If the washer tank becomes nearly empty, add washer
fluid.
You may use plain water as washer fluid. However, in cold
areas where temperatures range below the freezing point, use
washer fluid containing antifreeze. This product is available at
your Lexus dealer and most auto parts stores. Follow the
manufacture’s directions for how much to mix with water.
NOTICE:
Do not use engine antifreeze or any other substitute
because it may damage your vehicle’s paint.

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REPLACING LIGHT BULBS
The illustration on the following pages show the locations of
light bulbs. If it is necessary to replace a bulb, take your vehicle
to your Lexus dealer as soon as possible. Use bulbs with the
bulb numbers and wattage ratings given in the table.
CAUTION:
Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside and require
special handling. They can burst or scatter if scratched or
dropped. Hold a bulb only by its plastic or metal case. Do
not touch the glass part of a bulb with bare hands.
NOTICE:
Only use a bulb of the listed type.
Light BulbsBulb No.WType
HeadlightsHB260 / 55A
Fog lightsH355B
Parking lights—5D
Front side marker lights1943.8D
Front turn signal lights115627C
Rear turn signal lights115627C
Stop and tail lights115727 / 8C
Back-up lights115627C
High mounted stoplight92118D
License plate lights—5D
Light BulbsBulb No.WType
Interior light—10F
Personal lights—8C
Glovebox light—1.2D
Door courtesy lights1943.8D
Footlights—1.4D
Vanity lights—3E
Trunk light1943.8D
A : HB2 halogen bulbs
B : H3 halogen bulbs
C : Single end bulbs
D : Wedge base bulbs
E : Double end bulbs

ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS
Parking lights
Headlight
Fog light
Front turn
signal lightsFront side marker
lightsRear turn signal, stop and tail,
and back-up lights
License plate lights
High mounted stoplight
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Front personal light
Glovebox light
FootlightDoor courtesy lights
Trunk light