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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance

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Condensation build-up on the inside of the lens

Contact your Lexus dealer for more information in the following situations. Tempo-

rary condensation build-up on the inside of the headlight lens does not indicate a

malfunction.

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Large drops of water have built up on the inside of the lens.

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Water has built up inside the headlight.

CAUTION

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Replacing light bulbs

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Turn off the lights. Do not attempt to replace the bulb immediately after turning

off the lights.

The bulbs become very hot and may cause burns.

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Do not touch the glass portion of the light bulb with bare hands. Hold the bulb by

the plastic or metal portion.

If the bulb is scratched or dropped, it may blow out or crack.

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Fully install light bulbs and any parts used to secure them. Failure to do so may

result in heat damage, fire, or water entering the headlight unit. This may damage

the headlights or cause condensation to build up on the lens.

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To prevent damage or fire

Make sure bulbs are fully seated and locked.