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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance

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Checking interval

Inspect, clean and replace the air conditioning filter according to the maintenance

schedule. In dusty areas or areas with heavy traffic flow, more frequent cleaning or

early replacement may be required. (For scheduled maintenance information,

please refer to the “Warranty and Services Guide/Owner's Manual Supplement/

Scheduled Maintenance”.)

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If air flow from the vents decreases dramatically

The filter may be clogged. Check the filter and replace if necessary.

NOTICE

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To prevent damage to the system

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When using the air conditioning system, make sure that a filter is always installed.

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When cleaning the filter, do not clean the filter with water.

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Cleaning method

If the filter is dirty, clean by blow-

ing compressed air through the

filter from the downward side.

Hold the air gun 2 in. (5 cm)

from the filter and blow for

approximately 2 minutes at 72

psi (500 kPa, 5.0 kgf/cm

2

or

bar).

If it is not available, have the filter

cleaned by your Lexus dealer.