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detergent

• Do not use hard brushes

• Do not use detergent on the wheels

when they are hot, such as after driving or

parking in hot weather

Brake pads and calipers

Rust may form if the vehicle is parked with

wet brake pads or disc rotors, causing them

to stick. Before parking the vehicle after it is

washed, drive slowly and apply the brakes

several times to dry the parts.

Bumpers

Do not scrub with abrasive cleaners.

Front side windows water-repellent

coating

The following precautions can extend the

effectiveness of the water-repellent coat-

ing.

• Remove any dirt, etc. from the front side

windows regularly.

• Do not allow dirt and dust to accumulate

on the windows for a long period.

Clean the windows with a soft, damp

cloth as soon as possible.

• Do not use wax or glass cleaners that

contain abrasives when cleaning the win-

dows.

• Do not use any metallic objects to

remove condensation build up.

When the water-repellent performance

has become insufficient, the coating can

be repaired. Contact any authorized

Lexus retailer or Lexus authorized

repairer, or any reliable repairer.

Plated portions

If dirt cannot be removed, clean the parts as

follows:

Use a soft cloth dampened with an

approximately 5% solution of neutral

detergent and water to clean the dirt off.

Wipe the surface with a dry, soft cloth to

remove any remaining moisture.

To remove oily deposits, use alcohol wet

wipes or a similar product.

WARNING

When washing the vehicle

Do not apply water to the inside of the

engine compartment. Doing so may

cause the electrical components etc. to

catch fire.

When cleaning the windshield

Set the wiper switch to off.

If the wiper switch is in AUTO, the wipers

may operate unexpectedly in the follow-

ing situations, and may result in hands

being caught or other serious injuries

and cause damage to the wiper blades.

Off

AUTO

When the upper part of the windshield

where the raindrop sensor is located is

touched by hand

When a wet rag or similar is held close

to the raindrop sensor

If something bumps against the wind-

shield

If you directly touch the raindrop sen-

sor body or if something bumps into

the raindrop sensor

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WARNING

Precautions regarding the exhaust

pipes

As exhaust gases cause the exhaust

pipes to become quite hot, do not touch

the exhaust pipes while the hybrid system

is operating or immediately after the

hybrid system is turned off.
When washing the vehicle, be careful not

to touch the exhaust pipes until they have

cooled sufficiently, as touching hot

exhaust pipes can cause burns.

Precaution regarding the rear

bumper with Blind Spot Monitor

If the paint of the rear bumper is chipped

or scratched, the system may malfunc-

tion. If this occurs, consult any authorized

Lexus retailer or Lexus authorized

repairer, or any reliable repairer.

NOTICE

To prevent paint deterioration and

corrosion on the body and compo-

nents (aluminum wheels etc.)

Wash the vehicle immediately in the

following cases:

• After driving near the sea coast
• After driving on salted roads
• If coal tar, pollen or tree sap is present

on the paint surface

• If dead insects, insect droppings or

bird droppings are present on the

paint surface

• After driving in an area contaminated

with soot, oily smoke, mine dust, iron

powder or chemical substances

• If the vehicle becomes heavily soiled

with dust or mud

• If liquids such as benzene and gasoline

are spilled on the paint surface

If the paint is chipped or scratched,

have it repaired immediately.

To prevent the wheels from corroding,

remove any dirt and store in a place

with low humidity when storing the

wheels.

Cleaning the exterior lights

Wash carefully. Do not use organic

substances or scrub with a hard brush.

This may damage the surfaces of the

lights.

Do not apply wax to the surfaces of the

lights.

Wax may cause damage to the lenses.

When using an automatic car wash

Set the wiper switch to the off position.

If the wiper switch is in “AUTO”, the wip-

ers may operate and the wiper blades

may be damaged.

When using a high pressure car wash

When washing the vehicle, do not

spray the camera or its surrounding

area directly with a high pressure

washer. Shock applied from high pres-

sure water may cause the device to not

operate normally.

Do not spray water directly on the

radar which is equipped behind the

emblem. Otherwise it may cause the

device to be damaged.

Do not bring the nozzle tip close to

boots (rubber or resin manufactured

cover), connectors or the following

parts. The parts may be damaged if

they come into contact with high-pres-

sure water.

• Traction related parts
• Steering parts
• Suspension parts
• Brake parts

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Remove dirt and dust using a vac-
uum cleaner. Wipe dirty surfaces
with a cloth dampened with luke-
warm water.



If dirt cannot be removed, wipe it off
with a soft cloth dampened with
neutral detergent diluted to approx-
imately 1%.
Wring out any excess water from
the cloth and thoroughly wipe off
remaining traces of detergent and
water.

Shampooing the carpets

There are several commercial foaming-

type cleaners available. Use a sponge or

brush to apply the foam. Rub in overlapping

circles. Do not use water. Wipe dirty sur-

faces and let them dry. Excellent results are

obtained by keeping the carpet as dry as

possible.

Handling the seat belts

Clean with mild soap and lukewarm water

using a cloth or sponge. Also check the

belts periodically for excessive wear, fray-

ing or cuts.

When cleaning the carpeted portions of

the glove box, console box, etc.

If a strong adhesive tape is used, there is a

possibility that the surface of the carpet

could be damaged.

NOTICE

Keep the cleaning nozzle at least 30

cm (11.9 in.) away from the vehicle

body. Otherwise resin section, such as

moldings and bumpers, may be

deformed and damaged. Also, do not

continuously hold the nozzle in the

same place.

Do not spray the lower part of the

windshield continuously. If water

enters the air conditioning system

intake located near the lower part of

the windshield, the air conditioning

system may not operate correctly.

Do not wash the underside of the vehi-

cle using a high pressure car washer.

Cleaning and protecting the
vehicle interior

Perform cleaning in a manner
appropriate to each component
and its material.

Protecting the vehicle interior

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WARNING

Water in the vehicle

Do not splash or spill liquid in the vehi-

cle, such as on the floor, on the rear

seats, in the hybrid battery (traction

battery) air vent or in the trunk.

(



P.83)

Doing so may cause the hybrid bat-

tery, electrical components, etc. to

malfunction or catch fire.

Do not get any of the SRS components

or wiring in the vehicle interior wet.

(



P.40)

An electrical malfunction may cause

the airbags to deploy or not function

properly, resulting in death or serious

injury.

Cleaning the interior (especially

instrument panel)

Do not use polish wax or polish cleaner.

The instrument panel may reflect off the

windshield, obstructing the driver’s view

and leading to an accident, resulting in

death or serious injury.

NOTICE

Cleaning detergents

Do not use the following types of

detergent, as they may discolor the

vehicle interior or cause streaks or

damage to painted surfaces:

• Non-seat portions: Organic sub-

stances such as benzene or gasoline,

alkaline or acidic solutions, dye, and

bleach

• Seats: Alkaline or acidic solutions,

such as thinner, benzene, and alcohol

Do not use polish wax or polish

cleaner. The instrument panel’s or

other interior part’s painted surface

may be damaged.

Preventing damage to leather sur-

faces

Observe the following precautions to

avoid damage to and deterioration of

leather surfaces:

Remove any dust or dirt from leather

surfaces immediately.

Do not expose the vehicle to direct

sunlight for extended periods of time.

Park the vehicle in the shade, espe-

cially during summer.

Do not place items made of vinyl, plas-

tic, or containing wax on the uphol-

stery, as they may stick to the leather

surface if the vehicle interior heats up

significantly.

Water on the floor

Do not wash the vehicle floor with water.

Vehicle systems such as the audio sys-

tem may be damaged if water comes into

contact with electrical components such

as the audio system above or under the

floor of the vehicle. Water may also

cause the body to rust.

When cleaning the inside of the wind-

shield (vehicles with Lexus Safety

System +)

Do not allow glass cleaner to contact the

lens. Also, do not touch the lens.

(



P.219)

Cleaning the inside of the rear win-

dow

Do not use glass cleaner to clean the

rear window, as this may cause dam-

age to the rear window defogger

heater wires or antenna. Use a cloth

dampened with lukewarm water to

gently wipe the window clean. Wipe

the window in strokes running parallel

to the heater wires or antenna.

Be careful not to scratch or damage

the heater wires or antenna.

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Remove dirt using a water-damp-
ened soft cloth or synthetic chamois.



Wipe the surface with a dry soft
cloth to remove any remaining
moisture.

Cleaning the areas with satin-finish

metal accents

The metal areas use a layer of real metal for

the surface. It is necessary to clean them

regularly. If dirty areas are left uncleaned

for long periods of time, they may be diffi-

cult to clean.



Remove dirt and dust using a vac-
uum cleaner.



Wipe off any excess dirt and dust
with a soft cloth dampened with
diluted detergent.

Use a diluted water solution of approxi-
mately 5% neutral wool detergent.



Wring out any excess water from
the cloth and thoroughly wipe off all
remaining traces of detergent.



Wipe the surface with a dry soft
cloth to remove any remaining
moisture. Allow the leather to dry in
a shaded and ventilated area.

Caring for leather areas

Lexus recommends cleaning the interior of

the vehicle at least twice a year to maintain

the quality of the vehicle’s interior.



Remove dirt and dust using a vac-
uum cleaner.



Wipe it off with a soft cloth damp-
ened with neutral detergent diluted
to approximately 1%.



Wring out any excess water from
the cloth and thoroughly wipe off
remaining traces of detergent and
water.

Cleaning the areas with satin-
finish metal accents

Cleaning the leather areas

Cleaning the synthetic leather
areas

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6-2.Maintenance

Where to go for maintenance service?

In order to maintain your vehicle in the best

possible condition, Lexus recommends that

maintenance service operations as well as

other inspections and repairs be carried out

by authorized Lexus retailer or Lexus

authorized repairer, or any reliable

repairer. For repairs and services covered

by your warranty, please visit an authorized

Lexus retailer or repairer, who will use gen-

uine Lexus parts in repairing any difficulties

you may encounter. There can also be

advantages in utilizing authorized Lexus

retailers or repairers for non-warranty

repairs and services, as members of the

Lexus network will be able to expertly assist

you with any difficulties you may encounter.
Your Lexus retailer or Lexus authorized

repairer, or any reliable repairer will per-

form all of the scheduled maintenance on

your vehicle reliably and economically due

to their experience with Lexus vehicles.

Scheduled maintenance should be
performed at specified intervals
according to the maintenance sched-
ule.

For details about maintenance items and
schedules, refer to the “Lexus Service
Booklet” or “Lexus Warranty Booklet”.

What about do-it-yourself mainte-
nance?

Many of the maintenance items are easy to
do yourself if you have a little mechanical
ability and a few basic automotive tools.
Note, however, that some maintenance
tasks require special tools and skills. These
are best performed by qualified techni-
cians. Even if you’re an experienced do-it-
yourself mechanic, we recommend that
repairs and maintenance be conducted by
any authorized Lexus retailer or Lexus
authorized repairer, or any reliable
repairer. Any authorized Lexus retailer or
repairer will keep a record of maintenance,
which could be useful should you ever
require Warranty Service. Should you
choose to select a qualified and equipped
professional other than an authorized
Lexus repairer to service or maintain your
vehicle, we recommend that you request
that a record of maintenance be kept.

Does your vehicle need repairs?

Be on the alert for changes in performance

and sounds, and visual tip-offs that indicate

service is needed. Some important clues

are:

Engine missing, stumbling or pinging

Maintenance requirements

To ensure safe and economical
driving, day-to-day care and regu-
lar maintenance are essential.
Lexus recommends the following
maintenance:

WARNING

If your vehicle is not properly main-

tained

Improper maintenance could result in

serious damage to the vehicle and possi-

ble death or serious injury.

Handling of the 12-volt battery

12-volt battery posts, terminals and

related accessories contain lead and

lead compounds which are known to

cause brain damage. Wash your hands

after handling. (



P.371)

Scheduled maintenance

Do-it-yourself maintenance

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Appreciable loss of power

Strange engine noises

A fluid leak under the vehicle (However,

water dripping from the air conditioning

system after use is normal.)

Change in exhaust sound (This may indi-

cate a dangerous carbon monoxide leak.

Drive with the windows open and have

the exhaust system checked immedi-

ately.)

Flat-looking tires, excessive tire squeal

when cornering, uneven tire wear

Vehicle pulls to one side when driven

straight on a level road

Strange noises related to suspension

movement

Loss of brake effectiveness, spongy feel-

ing brake pedal, pedal almost touches the

floor, vehicle pulls to one side when brak-

ing

Engine coolant temperature continually

higher than normal (



P.448)

If you notice any of these clues, take your

vehicle to any authorized Lexus retailer or

Lexus authorized repairer, or any reliable

repairer as soon as possible. Your vehicle

may need adjustment or repair.

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6-3.Do-it-yourself maintenance

Do-it-yourself service pre-
cautions

If you perform maintenance by
yourself, be sure to follow the cor-
rect procedure as given in these
sections.

Maintenance

Items

Parts and tools

12-volt battery
condition
(



P.371)

• Grease
• Conventional wrench

(for terminal clamp
bolts)

Engine/power
control unit
coolant level
(



P.368)

• “Toyota Super Long

Life Coolant” or a simi-
lar high quality eth-
ylene glycol-based
non-silicate, non-amine,
non-nitrite and non-
borate coolant with
long-life hybrid organic
acid technology
“Toyota Super Long
Life Coolant” is pre-
mixed with 50% cool-
ant and 50% deionized
water.

• Funnel (used only for

adding coolant)

Engine oil level
(



P.366)

• “Toyota Genuine

Motor Oil” or equiva-
lent

• Rag or paper towel
• Funnel (used only for

adding engine oil)

Hybrid bat-
tery (traction
battery) air
intake vent
(



P.385)

• Vacuum cleaner, etc.
• Phillips screwdriver

Fuses
(



P.391)

• Fuse with same amper-

age rating as original

Light bulbs
(



P.393)

• Bulb with same number

and wattage rating as
original

• Flathead screwdriver

Radiator and
condenser
(



P.370)



Tire inflation
pressure
(



P.381)

• Tire pressure gauge
• Compressed air source

Washer fluid
(



P.370)

• Water or washer fluid

containing antifreeze
(for winter use)

• Funnel (used only for

adding water or washer
fluid)

WARNING

The engine compartment contains many

mechanisms and fluids that may move

suddenly, become hot, or become elec-

trically energized. To avoid death or seri-

ous injury, observe the following

precautions.

When working on the engine com-

partment

Make sure that the “IGNITION ON”

on the multi-information display and

the “READY” indicator are both off.

Keep hands, clothing and tools away

from the moving fan and engine drive

belt.

Items

Parts and tools

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WARNING

Be careful not to touch the engine,

power control unit, radiator, exhaust

manifold, etc. right after driving as they

may be hot. Oil and other fluids may

also be hot.

Do not leave anything that may burn

easily, such as paper and rags, in the

engine compartment.

Do not smoke, cause sparks or expose

an open flame to fuel. Fuel fumes are

flammable.

Take care because brake fluid can

harm your hands or eyes and damage

painted surfaces. If fluid gets on your

hands or in your eyes, flush the

affected area with clean water imme-

diately.

If you still experience discomfort, con-

sult a doctor.

When working near the electric cool-

ing fan or radiator grille

Be sure the power switch is off.

With the power switch in ON mode, the

electric cooling fan may automatically

start to run if the air conditioning is on

and/or the coolant temperature is high.

(



P.370)

Safety glasses

Wear safety glasses to prevent flying or

falling material, fluid spray, etc. from get-

ting in your eyes.

NOTICE

If you remove the air cleaner filter

Driving with the air cleaner filter

removed may cause excessive engine

wear due to dirt in the air.

If the fluid level is low or high

It is normal for the brake fluid level to go

down slightly as the brake pads wear or

when the fluid level in the accumulator is

high.

If the reservoir needs frequent refilling, it

may indicate a serious problem.

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Pull the hood lock release lever.

The hood will pop up slightly.

Pull up the auxiliary catch lever and
lift the hood.

Front

Hood

Opening the hood

WARNING

Pre-driving check

Check that the hood is fully closed and

locked.

If the hood is not locked properly, it may

open while the vehicle is in motion and

cause an accident, which may result in

death or serious injury.

Positioning a floor jack

When using a floor jack, follow the
instructions in the manual provided
with the jack and perform the oper-
ation safely.
When raising your vehicle with a
floor jack, position the jack cor-
rectly. Improper placement may
damage your vehicle or cause
injury.

Location of the jack point

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Fuse boxes (



P.391)

Engine oil filler cap (



P.367)

Engine oil level dipstick (



P.366)

Radiator (



P.370)

Electric cooling fan

Condenser (



P.370)

Power control unit coolant reservoir (



P.369)

Engine coolant reservoir (



P.369)

Washer fluid tank (



P.370)

12-volt battery



P.371

With the engine at operating tempera-
ture and turned off, check the oil level

Engine compartment

Components

A
B
C
D

E
F

Checking and adding the engine
oil

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on the dipstick.

Checking the engine oil

Park the vehicle on level ground.

After warming up the engine and turning

off the hybrid system, wait more than 5

minutes for the oil to drain back into the

bottom of the engine.

Holding a rag under the end, pull
the dipstick out.

Wipe the dipstick clean.

Reinsert the dipstick fully.

Holding a rag under the end, pull
the dipstick out and check the oil
level.

Low

Normal

Excessive

The shape of the dipstick may differ

depending on the type of vehicle or

engine.

Wipe the dipstick and reinsert it
fully.

Checking the oil type and prepar-
ing the items

Make sure to check the oil type and
prepare the items needed before add-
ing oil.



Engine oil selection



P.457



Oil quantity (Low



Full)

1.5 L (1.6 qt., 1.3 Imp. qt.)



Item

Clean funnel

Adding engine oil

If the oil level is below or near the low
level mark, add engine oil of the same
type as that already in the engine.

Remove the oil filler cap by turning
it counterclockwise.

Add engine oil slowly, checking the
dipstick.

Install the oil filler cap by turning it
clockwise.

Engine oil consumption

A certain amount of engine oil will be con-

sumed while driving. In the following situa-

A
B
C

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tions, oil consumption may increase, and

engine oil may need to be refilled in

between oil maintenance intervals.

When the engine is new, for example

directly after purchasing the vehicle or

after replacing the engine

If low quality oil or oil of an inappropriate

viscosity is used

When driving at high engine speeds or

with a heavy load, or when driving while

accelerating or decelerating frequently

When leaving the engine idling for a long

time, or when driving frequently through

heavy traffic

After changing the engine oil

The engine oil maintenance data should be

reset. Perform the following procedures:

While the vehicle is stopped, press

of the meter control switches.

Press

of the meter control

switches, and select

Press

of the meter control

switches, select “Vehicle Settings”, and

then press “OK”.

Press

of the meter control

switches, select “Oil Maintenance”, and

then press “OK”.

Select “Yes” and then press “OK”.

A message will be displayed on the multi-

information display when the reset proce-

dure has been completed.

The coolant level is satisfactory if it is
between the “F”/ “FULL” and “L”/
“LOW” lines on the reservoir when the
hybrid system is cold.

WARNING

Used engine oil

Used engine oil contains potentially

harmful contaminants which may

cause skin disorders such as inflamma-

tion and skin cancer, so care should be

taken to avoid prolonged and

repeated contact. To remove used

engine oil from your skin, wash thor-

oughly with soap and water.

Dispose of used oil and filters only in a

safe and acceptable manner. Do not

dispose of used oil and filters in house-

hold trash, in sewers or onto the

ground.

Call any authorized Lexus retailer or

Lexus authorized repairer, or any reli-

able repairer, service station or auto

parts store for information concerning

recycling or disposal.

Do not leave used engine oil within the

reach of children.

NOTICE

To prevent serious engine damage

Check the oil level on a regular basis.

When replacing the engine oil

Be careful not to spill engine oil on the

vehicle components.

Avoid overfilling, or the engine could

be damaged.

Check the oil level on the dipstick

every time you refill the vehicle.

Be sure the engine oil filler cap is prop-

erly tightened.

Checking the coolant

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Engine coolant reservoir

Reservoir cap

“F” line

“L” line

If the level is on or below the “L” line, add
coolant up to the “F” line. (



P.448)

Power control unit coolant reser-
voir

Reservoir cap

“FULL” line

“LOW” line

If the level is on or below the “LOW” line,
add coolant up to the “FULL” line.
(



P.448)

Coolant selection

Only use “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant”

or a similar high quality ethylene glycol

based non-silicate, non-amine, non-nitrite,

and non-borate coolant with long-life

hybrid organic acid technology.
“Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” is a mix-

ture of 50% coolant and 50% deionized

water. (Minimum temperature: -35°C [-

31°F])
For more details about coolant, contact any

authorized Lexus retailer or Lexus autho-

rized repairer, or any reliable repairer.

If the coolant level drops within a short

time of replenishing

Visually check the radiator, hoses,

engine/power control unit coolant reser-

voir caps, drain cock and water pump.

If you cannot find a leak, have any autho-

rized Lexus retailer or Lexus authorized

repairer, or any reliable repairer, test the

cap and check for leaks in the cooling sys-

tem.

A
B
C

WARNING

When the hybrid system is hot

Do not remove the engine/power con-

trol unit coolant reservoir caps or the

coolant inlet cap. (



P.451)

The cooling system may be under pres-

sure and may spray hot coolant if the cap

is removed, causing serious injuries, such

as burns.

NOTICE

When adding coolant

Coolant is neither plain water nor

straight antifreeze. The correct mixture

of water and antifreeze must be used to

provide proper lubrication, corrosion

protection and cooling. Be sure to read

the antifreeze or coolant label.

If you spill coolant

Be sure to wash it off with water to pre-

vent it from damaging parts or paint.

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Check the radiator and condenser and
clear away any foreign objects.
If either of the above parts is extremely
dirty or you are not sure of their condi-
tion, have your vehicle inspected by
any authorized Lexus retailer or Lexus
authorized repairer, or any reliable
repairer.

If any washer does not work or “Wind-
shield Washer Fluid Low” is shown on
the multi-information display, the
washer tank may be empty. Add
washer fluid.

Checking the radiator and con-
denser

WARNING

When the hybrid system is hot

Do not touch the radiator and condenser

as they may be hot and cause serious

injuries, such as burns.

Adding the washer fluid

WARNING

When adding washer fluid

Do not add washer fluid when the hybrid

system is hot or running as washer fluid

contains alcohol and may catch fire if

spilled on the engine etc.

NOTICE

Do not use any fluid other than

washer fluid

Do not use soapy water or engine anti-

freeze instead of washer fluid.

Doing so may cause streaking on the

vehicle’s painted surfaces, as well as

damaging the pump leading to problems

of the washer fluid not spraying.

Diluting washer fluid

Dilute washer fluid with water as neces-

sary.

Refer to the freezing temperatures listed

on the label of the washer fluid bottle.

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