SC300 2005
SECTION 6 –
SERVICE PROCEDURES AND
SPECIFICATIONS
Electrical components
Specifications 344. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Checking battery condition 349. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Battery recharging precautions 351. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Checking and replacing the blade type fuses 352. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Checking the cartridge type fuses 354. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Adding washer fluid 356. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Checking the headlight aim 356. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Replacing light bulbs 359. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS
SPECIFICATIONS
–LOCATION OF FUSES
1
Engine compartment
2
Passenger’s side kick panel
3
Driver’s side kick panel
4
Trunk
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– FUSES
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Driver’s side kick panel
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Passenger’s side kick panel
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Trunk
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ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS
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Engine compartment
ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS
No. FUSE AMPERE CIRCUIT
1 TI & TE 15 Tilt and telescopic steering
Air conditioning system, Audio
2 PANEL 5
3 FR FOG 15 Fog lights, Headlight switch
4 D P/SEAT 30 Power seat system
5 D–IG 10
6 MPX–IG 7.5
7 WIPER 30 Windshield wiper
8
9 OBD 7.5 On–board diagnosis system
10 AM1 5 Power source
11 ABS–IG 7.5 Vehicle stability control system
12 SECURITY 7.5 Theft deterrent system
13 TAIL 7.5
14 STOP 5 Stop lights
15 HEATER 10 Air conditioning system
PWR
OUTLET
15
system, Glove box light,
Trip–information display,
Cigarette lighter, Electronic
throttle control system
Gauges and meters, Headlight
cleaner, Charging system, Seat
belt pretensioner system
Tilt and telescopic steering,
Power door lock system, SRS,
Power seat system
Power outlet
Tail lights, Side marker lights,
Parking lights, Headlight switch
No. FUSE AMPERE CIRCUIT
16 IG2 7.5 SRS
17 MPX–B1 7.5
18 MPX–B3 7.5
19 DOME 7.5
20 MPX–B2 7.5
21 H–LP LVL 5 Headlight leveling system
22 P–IG 10
23 SEAT HTR 20 Seat heater
RADIO
24
25 CIG 15 Cigarette lighter
26 WASHER 20 Windshield washer
NO.2
10
Power door lock, Steering lock,
Engine immobilizer, Power seat
system, Retractable hardtop
Tilt and telescopic steering,
Headlight switch, Windshield
wiper and washer switch, Turn
signal switch
Interior light, Personal lights,
Vanity lights, Foot lights, Ignition
switch light, Trunk light,
Antenna, Garage door opener
system, Audio system
Gauges and meters, Vehicle
stability control system, tire
pressure warning system
Shift lock system, Seat heater,
Trip–information display,
Antenna, Inside rear view
mirror, Theft deterrent system
Audio system, Trip–information
display, Seat belt warning light,
Shift lock system
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No. FUSE AMPERE CIRCUIT
27 A/C 5 Air conditioning system
28 P P/SEAT 30 Power seat system
29 TV 5 TV, Navigation system
30 DEFOG 30 Rear window defogger
31 LCE LP 7.5 License plate lights
32 ROOF RH 20 Retractable hardtop lock system
33 FUEL OPN 10 Fuel filler door opener
34 ROOF LH 20 Retractable hardtop lock system
35 P–TRAY 20 Quarter window
36 LGG LH 20 Luggage lock system
37 LGG RH 20 Luggage lock system
38 MAIN 50 Headlights (low beam)
39 IG2 MAIN 20
40 P–DOOR 25
41 D–DOOR 25
Multiport fuel injection
system/sequential multiport fuel
injection system
Power windows, Power door
lock system, Power rear view
mirror control system, Outside
rear view mirror defogger, Door
courtesy lights
Power windows, Power door
lock system, Power rear view
mirror control system, Outside
rear view mirror defogger, Door
courtesy lights
No. FUSE AMPERE CIRCUIT
42 D/C CUT 15
43 TURN–HAZ 15
44 ETCS 15
45 HORN 10 Horn, Headlight switch
RADIO
46
47 TEL 5 Telephone
48 ALT–S 5 Charging system
49 EFI 25
50 AM2 30
51 ABS NO.2 40 Anti–lock brake system
52 ALT 140 Charging system
53 ABS NO.1 60 Anti–lock brake system
54 HEATER 50 Air conditioning system
NO.1
30
All components in “DOME”,
“MPX–B1”, “MPX–B2” and
“MPX–B3” fuses
Turn signal lights, Emergency
flashers
Multiport fuel injection
system/sequential multiport fuel
injection system
Audio system
Multiport fuel injection
system/sequential multiport fuel
injection system
All components in “ST” and
“IG2” fuses and starting system
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No. FUSE AMPERE CIRCUIT
All components in “DEFOG”,
55 RR J/B 50
56 H–LP CLN 30 Headlight cleaner
57 FAN 40 Air conditioning system
58 FAN NO.2 40 Air conditioning system
H–LP R
59
60
61 H–LP UPR 20
62 STARTER 7.5 Starting system
63 EFI NO.2 10
64 IGN 5
65 INJ 10
LWR
H–LP L
LWR
15
15
“ROOF RH”, “ROOF LH”, “LGG
RH”, “LGG LH”, “P–TRAY”,
“LCE LP”, and “FUEL OPN”
fuses
Right–hand headlight (low
beam)
Left–hand headlight (low beam)
Headlight (high beam),
Headlight switch
Multiport fuel injection
system/sequential multiport fuel
injection system, Emission
control system
Multiport fuel injection
system/sequential multiport fuel
injection system, Anti–lock
brake system, Traction control
system, Vehicle stability control
system, Cruise control system
Multiport fuel injection
system/sequential multiport fuel
injection system
CHECKING BATTERY CONDITION
Precautions
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
contact 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 accidentally 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.
Checking battery exterior
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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.
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NOTICE
Make sure the engine and all accessories are turned
off before performing maintenance.
When checking the battery, remove the ground cable
first and reinstall it last.
Be careful not to cause a short circuit with tools.
Take care no solution gets into the battery when
washing it.
BATTERY RECHARGING
PRECAUTIONS
During recharging, the battery is producing hydrogen
gas.
Therefore, before recharging:
1. If recharging with the battery installed on the vehicle, be
sure to disconnect the ground cable.
2. Make sure the power switch on the recharger is off when
connecting the charger cables to the battery and when
disconnecting them.
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.
Only do a slow charge (5 A or less). Charging at a
quicker rate is dangerous. The battery may explode
causing personal injuries.
NOTICE
Never recharge the battery while the engine is running.
Also, make sure all accessories are turned off.
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CHECKING AND REPLACING THE
BLADE TYPE FUSES
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Engine compartment 1Spare fuses 2Pull–out tool
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Driver’s side kick panel
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Passenger’s side kick panel
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Engine compartment
ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS
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Trunk
1. Turn the ignition switch off and open the fuse box lid.
Determine which fuse may be causing the problem. The lid of
the fuse box shows the name of the circuit for each fuse.
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2. Make sur e t h e i noperative 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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Good
a. Look carefully at the fuse. If the thin wire is broken, the fuse
has blown. If you are not sure or if it is too dark to see, try
replacing the suspected fuse with one of the same value that
you know is good.
b. Install only a fuse with the amperage rating designated on
the fuse box lid.
If you do not have a spare fuse, in an emergency you can pull
out the ”CIG”, ”RADIO NO.1”, ”DOME” or ”HTR” fuse, which
may be dispensable for normal driving, and use it if its
amperage rating is the same.
If you cannot use one of the same amperage, use one lower
than, but as close to the amperage as possible. If the
amperage is lower than that specified, the fuse might blow out
again but this does not indicate anything wrong. Be sure to get
the correct fuse as soon as possible and return the substitute
to its original clips.
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It is a good idea to purchase a set of spare fuses and keep them
in your vehicle for emergencies.
If the new fuse immediately blows out, there is a problem with
the electrical system. Have your Lexus dealer correct it as
soon as possible.
CAUTION
Never use a fuse with a higher amperage rating, or any
other object, in place of a fuse. This may cause
extensive damage and possibly a fire.
CHECKING THE CARTRIDGE TYPE
FUSES
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Engine compartment
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Engine compartment
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If the headlights or other electrical components do not
work and the blade type fuses are O.K., check the
cartridge type fuses. If any of the cartridge type fuses are
blown, they must be replaced.
If there is an overload in the circuits from the battery, the fuses
are designed to blow before the entire wiring harness is
damaged.
Always use a genuine Lexus fuse or equivalent for
replacement. Never install an ordinary wire – even for
a temporary fix. This may cause extensive damage and
possibly a fire.
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CAUTION
ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS
NOTICE
Before replacing the fuses, have the cause of electrical
overload determined and repaired by your Lexus dealer .
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ADDING WASHER FLUID
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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
manufacturer’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.
CHECKING THE HEADLIGHT AIM
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1
Vertical movement adjusting bolt 1 (Inside screw)
2
Vertical movement adjusting bolt 2 (Outside screw)
3
Aiming caution label
Before checking the headlight aim:
1. Make sure the body around the headlight is not deformed.
2. Park the vehicle on a level spot.
3. Get into the driver’s seat and put the vehicle in a state ready
for driving (with a full tank).
4. Bounce the vehicle several times.
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Adjusting the vertical aiming
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1
For vertical movement adjusting bolt 1
(Inside screw)
2
For vertical movement adjusting bolt 2
(Outside screw)
ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS
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1. Turn the Phillips–head screwdriver five turns or
multiple–of–5 turns in either direction for turning the vertical
movement adjusting bolt 1 (inside screw). At this time, keep
the turning direction and number of turns in mind.
Every 5 turns adjust an aiming position to up or down by about
0.2.
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2. Turn the Phillips–head screwdriver one time for turning the
vertical movement adjusting bolt 2 (outside screw) in the same
way as step 1 in relation to the 5 turns of the Phillips–head
screwdriver for turning the vertical movement adjusting bolt 1
(inside screw).
INFORMATION
If 3 turns of the Phillips–head screwdriver are
appropriate for the vertical movement adjusting bolt
1 (inside screw) at step 1, turn the Phillips–head
screwdriver three fifth turns in the same direction as
step 1 for the vertical movement adjusting bolt 2
(outside screw).
The turning confirmation mark is stamped at the tip
of the vertical movement adjusting bolt 2 (outside
screw). Turn the Phillips–head screwdriver for
turning the vertical movement adjusting bolt 2
(outside screw) while checking this mark.
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REPLACING LIGHT BULBS
The illustrations 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
To prevent burning yourself, do not replace the light
bulbs while they are hot.
Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside and
require special handling. They can burst or shatter 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.
Vehicles with discharge headlights:
Do not touch the high voltage socket when the head-
light turns on. 20000 V is momentarily generated and
may cause severe injury by electric shock.
Do not disassemble, repair or take apart the headlight
bulbs, connector, power supply circuits and rotated
components. Or you may be injured by electric
shocks. Call your dealer when the headlights fail to
work or have to be replaced or disposed of.
The inside of the lens of exterior lights such as headlights may
temporarily fog up when the lens becomes wet in the rain or in
a car wash. This is not a problem because the fogging is
caused by the temperature difference between the outside and
inside of the lens, just like the windshield fogs up in the rain.
However, if there is a large drop of water on the inside of the
lens, or if there is water pooled inside the light, contact your
Lexus dealer.
NOTICE
Only use a bulb of the listed type.
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LIGHT LOCATION
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Light Bulbs Bulb No. W Type
1 Headlight (High beam) 9005 60 A
2 Front turn signal light ––– 21 D
3 Parking light 168 5 D
4 Front side marker light 168 5 D
5 Headlight (Low beam) ––– 35 B
6 Fog light ––– 55 G
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Light Bulbs Bulb No. W Type
1 Rear side marker light 168 5 D
2 Rear turn signal light 7440 21 D
3 Tail/stop light 7443 5/21 D
4 Back–up lights 7440 21 D
5 License plate lights 194 3.8 D
6 Trunk lights 194 3.8 D
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Light Bulbs Bulb No. W Type
1 Front interior/personal
light ––– 8 F
2 Vanity light ––– 1.5 E
3 Glove box light ––– 1.2 D
4 Foot light ––– 1.4 D
5 Door courtesy light 194 3.8 D
A: HB3 halogen bulbs
B: D2S discharge bulbs
C: HB4 halogen bulbs
D: Wedge base bulbs
E: Double end bulbs
F: Single end bulbs
G: H3 halogen bulbs
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SECTION 7
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS
FOR U.S. OWNERS
Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners
Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners 372. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS FOR U.S. OWNERS
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 death,
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 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
Body
Specifications 364. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Protecting your vehicle from corrosion 365. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Washing and waxing 366. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cleaning the interior 368. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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SPECIFICATIONS
– DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT
Overall length
Overall width 1825 mm (71.9 in.)
Overall height 1350 mm (53.1 in.)*
Wheelbase 2620 mm (103.1 in.)
Tread – Front
– Rear
Vehicle capacity weight (occupants + luggage) 295 kg (645 lb.)
*: Unladen vehicle
– FUEL TANK
Capacity
4515 mm (177.8 in.)
1550 mm (61.0 in.)
1535 mm (60.4 in.)
75 L (19.8 gal., 16.5 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 do not dry quickly due to
lack of proper ventilation are exposed to high ambient
temperature.
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. 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” on page 366 for more tips.
Check the condition 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.
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Check the interior of 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 covered with water or snow, your garage may be
so damp as to cause corrosion. Even if your garage is heated,
a wet vehicle can corrode if the ventilation is poor.
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 exposed to coal tar, tree sap, bird droppings and
carcass of an insect
When driving in areas where there is a lot of smoke, soot,
dust, iron dust or chemical substances
When the vehicle becomes remarkably dirty with dust and
mud
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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 from the 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.
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Spray water on the side windows or top seals from above, at
a 45 angle to the ground.
NOTICE
Do not spray water at side windows and top seals in a
way which may cause water to enter the vehicle.
Plastic wheel ornaments: The plastic wheel ornaments are
damaged easily by organic substances. If any organic
substance splashes an ornament, be sure to wash it off with
water and check if the ornament is damaged.
CAUTION
Do not attach the heavily damaged plastic wheel
ornament. It may fly off the wheel and cause accidents
while the vehicle is moving.
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 organic substances (gasoline, kerosene,
benzine 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
NOTICE
To prevent damage to the antenna, make sure it is
retracted before driving your vehicle through an
automatic car wash.
Your vehicle may be washed in an automatic car wash, but
remember that the paint can be scratched by some types 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.
Apply wax once a month or if the vehicle surface does not repel
water well.
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
CAUTION
Be careful not to splash water or spill liquid on the
floor. This may prevent the SRS 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.
Leather–trimmed interior
The selected leather is used in your Lexus. Due to
characteristics of leather products, 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.
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3. Wipe off 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
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.
If a stain should fail to come out with a neutral
detergent, apply a cleaner that does not contain an
organic solvent.
Never use organic substances such as benzine,
alcohol or gasoline, or alkaline or acid solutions for
cleaning the leather as these could cause
discoloring.
Use of a nylon brush or synthetic fiber cloth, etc. may
scratch the fine grained surface of the leather.
Mildew may develop on soiled leather upholstery . Be
especially careful to avoid oil spots. T ry to keep your
upholstery always clean.
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.
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.
Improper cleaning of the leather upholstery could
result in discoloration or staining.
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. To 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 water
or with lukewarm water.
Use a cloth or sponge. As you are cleaning, check the belts
for excessive wear, fraying or cuts.
NOTICE
Use a good foam–type shampoo to clean the carpets.
Do not use dye or bleach on the belts – it may weaken
them.
Do not use the belts until they become dry.
The windows may be cleaned with any household
window cleaner.
When cleaning the inside of the rear window, be
careful not to scratch or damage the heater wires or
connectors.
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BODY
Air Conditioning Control Panel, Audio
System, 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
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.
If you use cleaners or polishing agents, make sure
their ingredients do not include the substances
mentioned above.
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.
The displays of air conditioning control panel and car
audio are coated to avoid reflection. If the display
becomes dirty, do not use chemicals and detergent.
Wipe it off with a dry cloth.
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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