Lexus LS 500h 2019, Owner'S Manual

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460 6-1. Maintenance and care
5 Start the hybrid system and check
that “Maintenance Required for
Traction Battery Cooling Parts See
Owner’s Manual” is no longer dis-
played on the multi-information dis-
play.
It may take approximately 20 minutes after
the hybrid system is started until the warn-
ing message disappears. If the warning
message does not disappear, have the
vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer.
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Scheduled maintenance of the air
intake vent is necessary when
In some situations such as when the vehicle
is used frequently or in heavy traffic or dusty
areas, the air intake vent may need to be
cleaned more regularly.
For details, refer to the maintenance sched-
ule. (
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P.464)
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Cleaning the air intake vents
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If the vehicle is driven with the air intake
vents and filters are clogged, the hybrid
battery (traction battery) may not be
cooled sufficiently, possibly causing an
increase in the fuel consumption and
damage to the hybrid battery (traction
battery).
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Improper handling of the air intake vent
grilles and filters may result in damage to
them. If you have any concerns about
cleaning the filter, contact your Lexus
dealer.
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If “Maintenance Required for Traction
Battery Cooling Parts See Owner’s
Manual” is displayed on the multi-infor-
mation display
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It is possible the air intake vents or filters
are clogged due to accumulated dust.
Clean the air intake vents and filters,
referring to the cleaning method.
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If the vehicle is driven continuously with
this message displayed, the hybrid bat-
tery (traction battery) may not be cooled
sufficiently, which may lead to the driving
distance by the electric motor becoming
shorter and damage to the hybrid battery
(traction battery). Clean the air intake
vents periodically to prevent dust, etc.,
from collecting in the air intake vents and
filters.
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If the massage in the multi-information
display does not turn off, even if the air
intake vents are cleaned, have the vehicle
inspected at your Lexus dealer.
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Remove dirt using a water-damp-
ened soft cloth or synthetic chamois.
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Wipe the surface with a dry, soft
cloth to remove any remaining
moisture.
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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 difficult to
clean.
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Remove dirt and dust using a vac-
WARNING
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When cleaning the hybrid battery
(traction battery) air intake vents/fil-
ters
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Do not use water or other liquids to
clean the air intake vents/filters. If
water is applied to the hybrid battery
(traction battery) or other compo-
nents, a malfunction or fire may occur.
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When the air intake vent grilles,
located near the rear seats are to be
removed, make sure to turn the power
switch off to stop the hybrid system.
Cleaning the areas with satin-fin-
ish metal accents
Cleaning the leather areas
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