Lexus ES250 1999, ES300 1999, ES330 1999, ES350 1999 Owner Manual

SECTION 6 –

SERVICE PROCEDURES AND SPECIFICATIONS

Body

Specifications 443. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Protecting your vehicle from corrosion 444. . . . . . . . . . .

Washing and waxing 446. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Cleaning the interior 447. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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SPECIFICATIONS

– DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT

BODY

Overall length Overall width Overall height Wheelbase Tread – Front

– Rear

Vehicle capacity weight (occupants + luggage)

*: Unladen vehicle

– FUEL TANK

Capacity

4830 mm (190.2 in.) 1790 mm (70.5 in.) 1395 mm (54.9 in.)* 2670 mm (105.1 in.) 1545 mm (60.8 in.) 1520 mm (59.8 in.) 410 kg (900 lb.)

70 L (18.5 gal., 15.4 lmp.gal.)

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PROTECTING YOUR VEHICLE

FROM CORROSION

Proper care of your Lexus can help ensure long–term corrosion prevention.

The most common causes of corrosion to your vehicle are:

 The accumulation of road salt, dirt and moisture in

hard–to–reach areas under the vehicle.

 Chipping of paint or undercoating caused by minor

accidents or by stones and gravel.

The following conditions will cause or accelerate corrosion of your vehicle, so it is important to keep your vehicle, particularly the underside, as clean as possible and to repair any damage to paint or protective coatings as soon as possible.

 The presence of road salt or dust control chemicals,

salt in the air near the sea coast, industrial air pollution.

 High humidity , especially at temperatures just above

freezing point.

 Certain parts of your vehicle are wet or damp for an

extended period of time, even though other parts of the vehicle are dry.

 Components of the vehicle which are prevented from

quick–drying due to lack of proper ventilation are

exposed to high temperature.

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To help prevent corrosion on your Lexus, follow these guidelines:

Keep your vehicle clean by regular washing. In

addition, observe the following points.  If you drive on salted roads in the winter or if you live

near the ocean, you should hose off the undercarriage at least once a month to minimize corrosion.

 High pressure water or steam is effective for cleaning

the vehicle’s underside and wheel housings. Pay particular attention to these areas as it is difficult to see all the mud and dirt. It will do more harm than good to simply wet the mud and debris without removing them. The lower edge of doors, rocker panels and frame members have drain holes which should not be allowed to clog with dirt as trapped water in these areas can cause corrosion.

 Wash the underside of the vehicle thoroughly when

winter is over.

See ”Washing and waxing” for more tips.

Check the co n d ition of your vehicle’s paint and trim.

If you find any chips or scratches in the paint, touch them up immediately to prevent corrosion from starting. If the chips or scratches have gone through the bare metal, have a qualified body shop make the repair.

Check the inte r i o r o f your vehicle. Water and dirt can accumulate under the floor mats and could cause corrosion. Occasionally check under the mats to make sure the area is dry. Be particularly careful when transporting chemicals, cleansers, fertilizers, salt, etc. These should be transported in proper containers. If a spill or leak should occur, immediately clean and dry the area.

Keep your vehicle in a well ventilated garage or a roofed place. Do not park your vehicle in a damp, poorly ventilated garage. If you wash your vehicle in

the garage, or if you drive it in covered with water or snow, your garage may be so damp it will cause corrosion. Even if your garage is heated, a wet vehicle can corrode if the ventilation is poor.

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WASHING AND WAXING

Washing your Lexus

Keep your vehicle clean by regular washing.

The following cases may cause weakness to the paint or corrosion to the body and parts. Wash your vehicle as soon as possible.

 When driving in a coastal area  When driving on a road sprinkled with antifreeze  When having stuck of coal tar, tree sap, bird

droppings and carcass of an insect

 When driving in the areas where there is a lot of

smoke, soot, dust, iron dust and chemical substance

 When the vehicle becomes remarkably dirty with dust

and mud

Hand–washing your Lexus

Work in the shade and wait until the vehicle body is not hot to the touch.

1. Rinse off loose dirt with a hose. Remove any mud or road salt f r o m t h e underside of the vehicle or in the wheel wells.

2. Wash with a mild car–wash soap, mixed according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Use a soft cotton mitt and keep it wet by dipping it frequently into the wash water. Do not rub hard – let the soap and water remove the dirt.

Aluminum wheels: Use only a mild soap or neutral detergent.

Urethane bumpers and side moldings: Wash carefully. Do not scrub with abrasive cleaners. The bumper and side molding faces are soft.

Road tar: Remove with turpentine or cleaners that are marked safe for painted surfaces.

NOTICE

Do not use gasoline or strong solvents, which may be toxic or cause damage.

3. Rinse thoroughly – dried soap can cause streaking. In hot weather you may need to rinse each section right after you wash it.

4. To prevent water spots, dry the vehicle using a clean soft cotton towel. Do not rub or press hard – you might scratch the paint.

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Automatic car wash

Your vehicle may be washed in an automatic car wash, but remember that the paint can be scratched by some type of brushes, unfiltered washing water, or the washing process itself. Scratching reduces paint durability and gloss, especially on darker colors. The manager of the car wash should be able to advise you whether the process is safe for the paint on your vehicle.

Waxing your Lexus

Polishing and waxing is recommended to maintain the original beauty of your Lexus’ finish.

Once a month or if the vehicle does not repel water well, apply wax.

1. Always wash and dry the vehicle before you begin waxing, even if you are using a combined cleaner and wax.

2. Use a good quality polish and wax. If the finish has become extremely weathered, use a car–cleaning polish, followed by a separate wax. Carefully follow the manufacturer’s instructions and precautions. Be sure to polish and wax the chrome trim as well as the paint.

3. Wax the vehicle again when water does not bead but remains on the surface in large patches.

CLEANING THE INTERIOR

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CAUTION

 Be careful not to splash water or spill liquid on the

floor. This may prevent the side airbags from activating correctly, resulting in serious injury.

 Do not wash the vehicle floor with water, or allow

water to get onto the floor when cleaning the vehicle interior or exterior. Water may get into audio components or other electrical components above or under the floor carpet (or mat) and cause a malfunction; and it may cause body corrosion.

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Leather Interior

The selected leather is used in your Lexus. Due to a leather product, some parts of leather may be rough, uneven or scratched originally.

To keep good appearance, we recommend you to clean it periodically twice a year.

Remove dirt on the leather in the following ways:

1. Wipe it off lightly using a soft cloth (e.g. gauze) dampened with 5% solution of neutral detergent for wool.

2. Wring water from a clean cloth and thoroughly wipe off all traces of detergent with it.

3. Wipe of f the surface of the leather with a dry soft cloth. Allow the leather to dry in a ventilated shaded area. Excess of wet may cause the hardening or shrinking of the leather.

NOTICE

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Dirt or sand adhered to the leather may damage the treated surface and cause it to wear earlier. Remove dirt or sand using a vacuum cleaner.

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If a stain should fail to come out with a neutral detergent, apply a cleaner that does not contain an organic solvent.

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Never use organic substances such as benzine, alcohol or gasoline, or alkaline or acid solutions for cleaning the leather as these could cause discoloring.

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Use of a nylon brush or synthetic fiber cloth, etc. may scratch the fine grained surface of the leather.

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Mildew may develop on soiled leather upholstery. Be especially careful to avoid oil spots. Try to keep your upholstery always clean.

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Long exposure to direct sunlight may cause the leather surface to harden and shrink. Keep your vehicle in a shaded area, especially in the summer.

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The interior of your vehicle is apt to heat up on hot summer days, so avoid placing on the upholstery items made of vinyl or plastic or containing wax as these tend to stick to leather when warm.

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Improper cleaning of the leather upholstery could result in discoloration or staining.

Synthetic Leather Areas (Dash)

The synthetic leather areas may be easily cleaned with a mild soap or detergent and water.

First vacuum over the upholstery to remove loose dirt. Then, using a sponge or soft cloth, apply the soap solution to the synthetic leather . After allowing it to soak in for a few minutes to loosen the dirt, remove the dirt and wipe off the soap with a clean damp cloth. If all the dirt does not come off, repeat the procedure. Commercial foaming–type cleaners are also available which work well. Follow the manufacturer’s instructions.

NOTICE

Do not use solvent, thinner, gasoline or window cleaner on the interior.

Carpets, Windows and Seat Belts

Begin by vacuuming thoroughly to remove as much dirt as possible. Several types of foam cleaners are available; some are in aerosol cans and others are powders or liquids which you mix with water to produce a foam. T o shampoo the carpets, use a sponge or brush to apply the foam. Rub in overlapping circles. Do not apply water – the best results are obtained by keeping the carpet as dry as possible. Read the shampoo instructions and follow them closely.

The seat belts may be cleaned with mild soap and

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water or with lukewarm water.

Use a cloth or sponge. As you are cleaning, check the belts for excessive wear, fraying or cuts.

NOTICE

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Use a good foam–type shampoo to clean the carpets.

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Do not use dye or bleach on the belts – it may weaken them.

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Do not use the belts until they become dry.

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The windows may be cleaned with any household window cleaner.

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When cleaning the inside of the rear window, be careful not to scratch or damage the heater wires.

Air Conditioning Control Panel, Car Audio, Instrument Panel, Console Panel, and Switches

Use a soft damp cloth for cleaning. Soak a clean soft cloth in water or lukewarm water then

lightly wipe off any dirt.

NOTICE

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Do not use organic substances (solvents, kerosene, alcohol, gasoline, etc.) or alkaline or acidic solutions. These chemicals can cause discoloring, staining or peeling of the surface.

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If you use cleaners or polishing agents, make sure their ingredients do not include the substances mentioned above.

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If you use a liquid car freshener, do not spill the liquid onto the vehicle’s interior surfaces. It may contain the ingredients mentioned above. Immediately clean any spill using the method mentioned above.

If you have any questions about the cleaning of your Lexus, your local Lexus dealer will be pleased to answer them.

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REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS

FOR U.S. OWNERS

If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or dea th, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc. (Toll–free: 1–800–25–LEXUS).

If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer , or Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc.

To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll–free at

SECTION 7

REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS FOR U.S. OWNERS

Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners 452. . . . . . . . .

1–800–424–9393 (or 366–0123 in Washington.D.C. area) or write to: NHTSA, U.S. Department of Transportation, Washington. D.C. 20590. You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from the Hotline.

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SECTION 6 –

SERVICE PROCEDURES AND SPECIFICATIONS

Electrical components

Specifications 409. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Checking battery condition 415. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Battery recharging precautions 422. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Checking and replacing the blade type fuses 423. . . . .

Checking the cartridge type fuses 429. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Adding washer fluid 432. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Checking the headlight aim 432. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Replacing light bulbs 435. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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SPECIFICATIONS

– FUSE LOCATIONS

64E001

ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS

409

ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS

1 3

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2 4

Engine compartment Engine compartment Driver’s side instrument panel

64E025–1

Engine compartment

64E026a

– FUSES

410

Engine compartment

64E038–4

ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS

64E037–3

Driver’s side instrument panel

411

ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS

No. FUSE AMPERE CIRCUIT

1 ABS 60 Anti–lock brake system 2 DRL NO.2 5 Daytime Running Light System

HEAD

LH (LWR)

HEAD

RH (LWR)

5 ALT 100 Charging system 6 T–STK 40 No circuit

7 HTR 50 8 MAIN 40 Headlight, Starting system

9 DOME 7.5

10 ECU–B 10 11 RAD NO.1 20 Audio system

12 HAZARD 10

Left–hand headlight (low beam)

Right–hand headlight (low beam)

Air conditioning system, Seat heater

Theft deterrent system, Clock, Door courtesy light, Interior light, Ignition switch light, Vanity light, Wireless remote control system

Air conditioning system, Power seat system

Emergency flashers, Turn signal lights

412

ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS

No. FUSE AMPERE CIRCUIT

13 AM2 30 Starting system 14 TEL 5 Telephone

HEAD

LH (UPR)

16 ALT–S 5 Charging system

HEAD RH

(UPR)

18 EFI 15 Multiport fuel injection 19 HORN 10 Theft deterrent system

20 RDI 30 21 CDS 30 Air conditioning system

22 A/F HTR 25 Air fuel ration sensor 23 A/C 10 No circuit

SEAT–

HEATER

25 HEATER 10 Air conditioning system

26 GAUGE 10

Left–hand headlight (high beam)

Right–hand headlight (high beam)

Electronic cooling fan system

Seat heater system

Gauges and meters, service reminder indicators and warning buzzers, Back–up light, Door courtesy light, Seat heater, Power window system

No. FUSE AMPERE CIRCUIT

27 WIPER 25

MIRROR–

29 ECU–IG 15

30 IGN 5

31 STOP 15

32 TAIL 10

34 OBD 7.5 35 FOG 15 Fog lights

HTR

POWER–

OUTLET

Windshield wipers and washer

Outside rear view mirror defogger

Cruise control system, Anti–lock brake system, Shift lock system, Theft deterrent system, Electronic modulated suspension, Wireless remote control

SRS, Multiport fuel injection

Stop lights, High mounted stoplight, Cruise control system, Electronic modulated suspension, Anti–lock brake system, Shift lock system, Power seat system, Multiport fuel injection

Tail light, Side marker lights, License plate lights

Power outlet

On–board diagnosis system

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ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS

No. FUSE AMPERE CIRCUIT

36 STARTER 5 Starting system

Door courtesy light, Theft

37 DOOR 25

38 PANEL 7.5

39 TURN 7.5

deterrent system, Power door lock system, Trunk lid opener, Fuel filler door opener

Instrument panel lights, Glovebox light

Emergency flashers, Turn signal lights

41 CIG 15

42 DEF 40

43 PWR 30

44 AM1 40 No circuit

RAD–

NO.2

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SPARE Spare fuse

7.5

Audio system

Cigarette lighter, Clock, SRS

Rear window defogger, Outside rear view mirror defogger

Power window, Electronic moon roof, Power seat system

414

CHECKING BATTERY

Precautions

ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS

CONDITION

415

ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS

CAUTION

BATTERY PRECAUTIONS The battery produces flammable and explosive

hydrogen gas.  Do not cause a spark by contacting the battery

terminals with tools.  Do not smoke or light a match near the battery. The electrolyte contains poisonous and corrosive

sulfuric acid.

 Avoid contact with eyes, skin or clothes.  Never inhale or swallow electrolyte.  Wear protective safety glasses when working near

the battery.  Keep children away from the battery. EMERGENCY MEASURES  If electrolyte gets in your eyes, flush your eyes with

clean water f o r a t l east 15 minutes and get immediate

medical attention. If possible, continue to apply

water with a sponge or cloth while traveling to the

medical office.

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 If electrolyte gets on your skin, thoroughly

wash the contacted area. If you feel a pain or burn, get medical attention immediately.

 If electrolyte gets on your clothes, there is a

possibility of its soaking through to your skin, so immediately take off the exposed clothing and follow the procedure above, if necessary.

 If you happen to swallow electrolyte, drink a

large quantity of water or milk. Follow with milk of magnesia, beaten raw egg or vegetable oil. Then go immediately for emergency help.

64E007

Checking battery exterior

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ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS

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Terminals 2Hold–down clamp

Check the battery for corroded or loose connections, cracks, or loose hold–down clamps.

1. If the battery is corroded, wash it off with a solution of warm water and baking soda. Coat the terminals with grease to prevent further corrosion.

2. If the connections are loose, tighten the clamp bolts – but do not overtighten.

3. Tighten the hold–down clamp only enough to keep the battery firmly in place. Overtightening may damage the battery case.

NOTICE

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Make sure the engine and all accessories are turned off before performing maintenance.

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When checking the battery, remove the ground cable first and reinstall it last.

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Be careful not to cause a short circuit with tools.

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Take care no solution gets into the battery when washing it.

Checking battery fluid

There are 2 types of batteries: maintenance type and non–maintenance type.

A non–maintenance battery has ”MAINTENANCE FREE BATTERY” on its top. A maintenance type battery does not have such indication.

Maintenance type battery

Check the fluid condition by the fluid level lines on the side of the battery. Or if the battery has a hydrometer on its top, you can also check the hydrometer.

Non–maintenance battery

Check the battery condition by the hydrometer on the top of the battery.

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(a) Checking by the fluid level lines (Maintenance type battery only)

64E008

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Upper line 2Lower line

The fluid (electrolyte) level must be between the upper and lower lines.

When checking the fluid level, look at all six cells, not just one or two.

If the level is lower than the lower line, add distilled water. (See ”Adding distilled water” on page 421.)

ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS

(b) Checking by the hydrometer

419

ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS

64E009

Check the battery condition by the hydrometer color.

Maintenance type battery

RED – Add distilled water. (See ”Adding distilled water” on page 421.)

BLUE – Good condition.

WHITE – Charging necessary. Have the battery checked by your Lexus dealer.

Non–maintenance type battery

RED – Have the battery checked by your Lexus dealer.

BLUE – Good condition.

WHITE – Charging necessary. Have the battery checked by your Lexus dealer.

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NOTICE

(For non–maintenance battery): Do not refill the battery with water.

Adding distilled water (Maintenance type battery only)

64L062

ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS

421

ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS

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Low 2O.K.

1. Remove the vent plugs.

2. Add distilled water to cells needing fluid. If the side of your battery is covered, check the water

level by looking down directly above the cell as illustrated above.

3. Retighten the vent plugs securely.

NOTICE

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Do not overfill the cells. Excess electrolyte

could squirt out of the battery during heavy

charging, causing corrosion or damage.

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Use a cover on the battery for longer life.

CAUTION

 Always charge the battery in an unconfined area. Do

not charge the battery in a garage or closed room

where there is not sufficient ventilation.  Non–maintenance batteries: Only do a slow charge

(5 A or less). Charging at a quicker rate is dangerous.

The battery may explode causing personal injuries.

Maintenance type batteries: Be sure to remove the

vent plugs before recharging.

BATTERY RECHARGING

PRECAUTIONS

During recharging, the battery is producing hydrogen gas.

Therefore, before recharging:

1. Maintenance type batteries – Remove the vent plugs.

2. If recharging with the battery installed on the vehicle, be sure to disconnect the ground cable.

3. Make sure the power switch on the recharger is off when connecting the charger cables to the battery and when disconnecting them.

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ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS

NOTICE

Never recharge the battery while the engine is running. Also, be sure all accessories are turned off.

CHECKING AND REPLACING

THE BLADE TYPE FUSES

423

ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS

64E027a

64E029–2

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Engine compartment 1Pull–out tool 2Spare

fuses

424

64E013

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Driver’s side instrument panel

1. Turn the ignition switch off and remove the auxiliary box.

Determine whic h f use may be causing the problem. The auxiliary box shows the name of the circuit for each fuse.

ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS

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ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS

64L013

2. Make sure the inoperative component is turned off. Pull the suspected fuse straight out with the pull–out tool and check it. If it has blown, push a new fuse into the clips.

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