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6-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
LS500h_OM_(U)_1810
1 Turn the power switch off.
2 Open the glove box. Remove the
partition. (
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P.347)
3
Remove the panel.
4 Unlock the filter cover ( ), pull the
filter cover out of the claws ( ),
and remove the filter cover.
5 Remove the filter case.
6
Remove the air conditioning filter
from the filter case and replace it
with a new one.
The “ UP” marks shown on the filter and
the filter case should be pointing up.
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Checking interval
Inspect and replace the air conditioning fil-
ter according to the maintenance schedule.
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 Sup-
plement” or “Scheduled Maintenance”.)
■ If air flow from the vents decreases dra-
matically
The filter may be clogged. Check the filter
and replace if necessary.
■
Air conditioning filter with deodorizing
function
When fragrances are placed in your vehi-
cle, the deodorizing effect may become
significantly weakened in a short period.
When an air conditioning odor comes out
continuously, replace the air conditioning
Air conditioning filter
The air conditioning filter must be
changed regularly to maintain air
conditioning efficiency.
Removing the air conditioning
filter
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B