maintenance LEXUS RX450h 2015 Repair Manual

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Maintenance and care Air conditioning filter The air conditioning filter must be changed regularly to maintain air condi-
tioning efficiency.
■ Removal method
Turn the “POWER” switch off.
Open the glove box. Lift and
remove the partition.
Remove the glove box cover.
Remove the filter cover.STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 3
STEP 4

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Checking interval
Inspect and replace the air conditioning filter according to the maintenance sched-
ule. In dusty areas or areas with heavy traffic flow, early replacement may be
required. (For scheduled maintenance information, please refer to the “Owner's
Manual Supplement” or “Scheduled Maintenance”.)■
If air flow from the vents decreases dramatically
The filter may be clogged. Check the filter and replace if necessary.
NOTICE■
To prevent damage to the system
When using the air conditioning system, make sure that a filter is always installed.Remove the air conditioning fil-
ter and replace it with a new
one. The “  UP” mark shown on the
filter should be pointing up.STEP 5

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Maintenance and care Electronic key battery Replace the battery with a new one if it is discharged.
■ You will need the following items:
● Flathead screwdriver
● Small Phillips-head sc rewdriver
● Lithium battery (CR1632)
■ Replacing the battery
Take out the mechanical key.
Remove the cover.
Remove the depleted battery.
Insert a new battery with the “+”
terminal facing up.STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 3

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Use a CR1632 lithium battery ●
Batteries can be purchased at your Le xus dealer, local electrical appliance
shops or camera stores.●
Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufac-
turer.●
Dispose of used batteries according to the local laws.■
If the electronic key battery is discharged
The following symptoms may occur: ●
The smart access system with push-button start and wireless remote control will
not function properly.●
The operational range is reduced.■
When the card key battery needs to be replaced (if equipped)
The battery for the card key is available only at Lexus dealers. Your Lexus dealer
can replace the battery for you.
CAUTION■
Removed battery and other parts
These parts are small and if swallowed by a child, they can cause choking. Keep
away from children. Failure to do so could result in death or serious injury.
NOTICE■
For normal operation after replacing the battery
Observe the following precautions to prevent accidents:
●
Always work with dry hands.
Moisture may cause the battery to rust.
●
Do not touch or move any other comp onents inside the remote control.
●
Do not bend either of the battery terminals.

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Maintenance and care Checking and replacing fuses If any of the electrical components do not operate, a fuse may have blown.
If this happens, check and re place the fuses as necessary.
Turn the “POWER” switch off.
After a system failure, see “Fuse layout and amperage ratings”
for details about which fuse to check. (  P. 694)
Engine compartment:
To gain access to the fuse box, remove the engine compart-
ment cover. (  P. 655)
Luggage compartment:
To gain access to the fuse box, secure the deck board with
the hook and then remove th e spare tire cover and 12-volt
battery cover. (  P. 664)
Open the fuse box cover.
Engine compartment (type A fuse box)
Push the tab in and lift the lid off.
Engine compartment (type B fuse box)
Push the tab in and lift the lid off.STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 3
STEP 4

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Engine compartment (type C fuse box)
Push the tab in and lift the lid off.
Driver's side instrument panel
Remove the lid.
Luggage compartment (type A fuse box)

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Maintenance and care Luggage compartment (type B fuse box)
Remove the terminal cover.
Remove the fuse with the pull-
out tool.
Check if the fuse has blown.
Type A
Normal fuse
Blown fuse Replace the blown fuse with a
new fuse of an appropriate
amperage rating. The amperage
rating can be found on the fuse
box lid.STEP 5
STEP 6

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Type B
Normal fuse
Blown fuse Replace the blown fuse with a
new fuse of an appropriate
amperage rating. The amperage
rating can be found on the fuse
box lid.
Type C
Normal fuse
Blown fuse Replace the blown fuse with a
new fuse of an appropriate
amperage rating. The amperage
rating can be found on the fuse
box lid.
Type D
Normal fuse
Blown fuse Replace the blown fuse with a
new fuse of an appropriate
amperage rating. The amperage
rating can be found on the fuse
box lid.

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Maintenance and care Type E
Normal fuse
Blown fuse Replace the blown fuse with a
new fuse of an appropriate
amperage rating. The amperage
rating can be found on the fuse
box lid.
Type F
Normal fuse
Blown fuse Contact your Lexus dealer.

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Fuse layout and amperage ratings
■ Engine compartment (type A fuse box)
Fuse Ampere Circuit1
PCU 15 A Hybrid system2
IGCT NO. 2 10 A Hybrid system3
IGCT NO. 3 10 A Hybrid system4
INV W/P 10 A Hybrid system