LEXUS RX200T 2017 Owners Manual

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Remove the fuse with the pullout
tool.
Only some fuses can be removed
using the pullout tool.
Check if the fuse is blown.
Normal fuse
Blown fuse
Replace the blown fuse with a new fuse of an appropriate amperage rat-
ing. The amperage rating can be found on the fuse box lid.
Many types of fuse are used on this
vehicle. This illustration shows a com- mon type of fuse used on this vehicle.
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■After a fuse is replaced
●If the lights do not turn on even after the fuse has been replaced, a bulb may need replacement. ( P. 643)
●If the replaced fuse blows again, have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Lexus
dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.
■If there is an overload in a circuit
The fuses are designed to blow, protecting the wiring harness from damage.
■When replacing light bulbs
Lexus recommends that you us e genuine Lexus products designed for this vehicle. Because certain bulbs are connected to circuits designed to prevent overload, non-gen-
uine parts or parts not designed for this vehicle may be unusable.
WARNING
■To prevent system breakdowns and vehicle fire
Observe the following precautions. Failure to do so may cause damage to the vehicle, and possibly a fire or injury.
●Never use a fuse of a higher amperage rating than that indicated, or use any otherobject in place of a fuse.
●Always use a genuine Lexus fuse or equivalent.
Never replace a fuse with a wire, even as a temporary fix.
●Do not modify the fuses or fuse boxes.
NOTICE
■Before replacing fuses
Have the cause of electrical overload determined and repaired by any authorized
Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional as soon as possible.

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Check the wattage of the light bulb to be replaced. (P. 738)
 P. 155
Light bulbs
You may replace the following bulbs by yourself. The difficulty level of replace-
ment varies depending on the bulb. As there is a danger that components may
be damaged, we recommend that replacement is carried out by any autho-
rized Lexus dealer or repairer, or an other duly qualified and equipped profes-
sional.
Preparing for light bulb replacement
Canceling the power back door system

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■Front
Bulb locations
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■Rear
Back-up light
Rear turn signal light (vehicles with single-beam headlights)
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■Front turn signal lights (vehicles with single-beam headlights)
To ensure enough space to per-
form work, turn the steering
wheel to rotate the front wheel
away from the bulb to be
replaced.
Remove the 3 fender liner clips.
Turn the steering wheel to the left when replacing the right side lightbulb, and turn the steering wheel to
the right when replacing the left side light bulb.
When removing a fender liner clip,
use a flathead screwdriver to pry the center portion out and then removethe whole clip.
Pull back the fender liner until the
connector is visible.
Partially remove the fender liner
and turn the bulb base
counterclockwise and remove it.
Replacing light bulbs
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Remove the light bulb.
Install a new light bulb and then
install the bulb base to the light
unit by inserting it and turning it
clockwise.
After installing the bulb base, wiggle it lightly to make sure it is securelyinstalled and turn on the turn signal
lights to visually check that there is no light leaking from between the bulbbase and light unit.
Reinstall the fender liner and
install the 3 fender liner clips.
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■Rear turn signal lights (vehicles with single-beam headlights)
Open the back door and apply
protective tape to the vehicle
body around the taillight.
Use masking tape, etc. Do not use duct tape, as it may leave residue or
damage the paint when removed.
Using a flathead screwdriver,
remove the cover.
To prevent scratching the vehicle, wrap the tip of the flathead screw-driver with a cloth, etc.
Remove the 2 screws.
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Remove the taillight unit.
Attach 2 long pieces of mask-
ing tape to the taillight unit and
fold the excess in half.
Hold the folded portion and
pull it toward the rear of the
vehicle to remove the light unit.
Turn the bulb base
counterclockwise and remove it.
Remove the light bulb.
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Install a new light bulb and then
install the bulb base to the light
unit by inserting it and turning it
clockwise.
After installing the bulb base, wiggle it lightly to make sure it is securelyinstalled and turn on the rear turn sig-
nal lights to visually check that there is no light leaking from between thebulb base and light unit.
Install the light unit.
Align the tabs and push the light unittoward the front of the vehicle toinstall it.
Install the 2 screws.
Install the cover.
Remove the protective tape.
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