Hybrid battery maintenance : Lexus RX400H RX450H Highlander Hybrid

[@radheshyama16]

I unscrewed and vacuumed my Lexus RX450h and 2006 Highlander hybrid fan filters. God bless you!

[@dimitris.p.kepenos]

For every minute of each of your videos someone can literally save the equivalent in real money.

[@kwalitynana]

Thank you!!! Thank you!!! Thank you!!! I was never even told about these vents & have owned my 2008 Lexus RX400H since 2015 and lately my Check Hybrid System has been going on.... I did what you showed in this video and OMG it was blocked!!! When I first looked at the vent it was so dirty I thought my vents were shut!! LOL turned out it was Dirt an Dust that has built up since owning it....WOW!!! What a difference and YES my light went off. I am a 62 year old woman and if I could do it myself ~ so can you!!! I'll always be looking you up now when it comes to my vehicle!!!

[@batterynerd8779]

I have a 06 lexus rx400h with 200k miles and still loving it! Thanks for the filter cleaning instruction!

[@aleksandrl2317]

dealer service department advisor recommended me to do this for $214.Air must be expensive in that area. Thank You for your video.

[@amanuelberhe4149]

They asked me for $350 CA to replace the filters and that is a 10 min work. Very sad and I decided to look for a video that would lead me to do it myself since I am not bad at using my hands.

[@renesmeenk4108]

@@amanuelberhe4149 Are you sure they were talking about the hybrid battery cooling filters? If so, they were ripping you off as these mesh filters are not meant to be replaced, they just need to be checked/cleaned occasionally

[@JBeck2468]

I just bought a 2010 450H. Thank you for this. I love Toyota/Lexus, maintenance is so easy.

[@stanbembridge1751]

This was absolutely superb,as I have a Lexus 450h, the cleaning of that filter was so clear, thank you bro,may the Lord also bless you,and keep you,and cause his face to shine upon you,l and always give you his peace,👍🏽💚🙏🏽🙌🏽😊

[@pmacc3557]

Howdy 🤠. What mileage is yours? I'm around 260k km. Thinking of doing the servicing myself in future as I paid 550eur yesterday for the annual

[@chanderchander6999]

THANK YOU SOOO MUCH. NOWHERE ON THE INTERNET THIS INFORMATION CAN BE FOUND. GOD BLESS YOU!!!

[@computerweenie]

Thank you so much. Like many others I'm tired of paying the dealer for simple tasks that we would do if we knew how. Once you showed us it was so simple just to follow your video.

[@appleman59]

What timing! I have watched several of your videos and wondered recently about cleaning the battery filter(s) on my Highlander Hybrid. You have an amazing KZbin channel. Thank you and God bless!

[@markmurungaru4344]

Wish I’d seen this earlier. Been having the issues you’ve described above for a while. Even replaced my hybrid battery in a 2010 RX450 but that only temporarily solved the issue. Will open the vents first thing in the AM. Thanks!

[@lexko1783]

Thank you for this video, we just purchase an RX450H and was looking for maintenance advices on this vehicle. This video really help.

[@chat2stephen]

I have owned my 08 rx400h for 13yrs and I never knew this trick. Thank you!.

[@bobbronder1989]

Watching your video on making a decision on to buy or not to buy a hybrid. You discussed cleaning the battery filter. Didn't even know there were battery filters on my 2018 450h. After searching, found this video. Will clean them tomorrow, thanks for showing how to do it.

[@StevenLAdams]

Bless you! Never knew the "secret" to removing the vents. Now, no excuse for not keeping them clean. Thank you.

[@icallhax8304]

Tried this and was able to follow your directions in under 10 min! First time in 17 years on my 07 highlander hybrid! Thanks very much for the easy to digest and informational videos! I live in a hilly area and the battery seems to overheat a lot (sluggish response and low mpg) so fingers crossed this will help!

[@professionalgago]

how was it? any update?

[@Sodapopper100]

We have 2007 Lexus RX400h that we got in August and I never knew about this. Time to clean it up!

[@tigerlilyshouseoffish4589]

Thanks!

[@MeatyMcBaconBeacon]

I’ve been waiting for this one thanks

[@imranksb]

Thanks, that was really helpful. I didnt knew if these batteries have filters until i watched this video.

[@johnwaldeck6904]

Thanks ! I have this exact car, same year and model and it's going strong with 235K miles. Thanks so much and I'm cleaning my filters this weekend.

[@buzzpedrotti5401]

Just checked mine. Very easy. Maybe 3% area occluded with lint. Easy to clean and reinstall.

[@grizzlyaddams3606]

What would we do without this guy? If he were local I say lets have a giant pizza party in honor of this dude.

[@MusicConnoisseurian]

Thank you so much. Didn't see the hidden doors over the bolts before, so was not sure how to go about this.

[@markkrispin6944]

Thanks for showing us just how important it is to make sure the vents stay clean. Too bad you live in Chicago instead of Arizona. I would be honored to have you servicd my 2021 Toyota Corolla Hybrid LE.!!

[@kenvik-q5t]

Is it true that RX450h has a high voltage cooling filter only on the 2016 models and later?

[@tigerlilyshouseoffish4589]

Thank you for your outstanding lessons, words of wisdom, and positive encouragement for this shade tree mechanic (in training).

[@vinces8974]

Beautiful video, first chance I get I will take my filters off and clean them on my 2019 Highlander hybrid thank you so much

[@GarrickHe]

OMG, I finally found instructions on how to do this for my 2017 Highlander! Thank you so much, @The Car Care Nut.

[@donrseymour]

Thank you for all of your videos, which I have watched multiple times. 2006 Lexus RX400h AWD 150K miles. Followed instructions to clean vents for HV Battery. Check Engine Light (CEL) came on later for Emissions/Evaporative/Canister. Tried reseating Fuel Cap, but CEL stayed on. Was told only local Lexus Dealership can diagnose cause Hybrid. Lexus Service Center said Engine Oil/Filter change needed, charged over $200, and provided long list of repairs needed (flush transmission, flush coolant, flush brake fluid, tires, brakes, shocks, timing belt) ... almost $8K. But did not resolve or diagnose CEL cause they had "computer" issues. On way home, all warning lights came on, and Lexus shutdown on highway. Only solution was to disconnect 12V battery to reset ECU/ECM, and could drive till Lexus shutdown again. Next day, Lexus Service Center said all HV battery fans shorted out and/or stopped working. When HV battery gets too hot, Lexus shuts down. This made no sense cause there was no electrical or mechanical problem before. Lexus Service Center disconnected HV battery, making Lexus unable to drive. Now Lexus Service Center wants almost $2K to remove HV battery and replace fans. Feels like extortion.

[@MattPark-vp2ud]

what did you ended up doing with your rx400?

[@donrseymour]

@@MattPark-vp2ud I had so many problems with that 2006 Lexus RX400h AWD. It would have cost twice what it was worth to repair everything, and I would still have an old vehicle. The vehicle shutdown while driving on the freeway multiple times. The Lexus dealership overcharged me for repairs every time. Then the vehicle would shutdown again. I did finally figure out that I could get going again if I disconnected the 12V battery for a few minutes, but sometimes that would not get me very far. I finally sold it to someone who really wanted it, and I guess they did not mind if the HV battery and entire moonroof mechanism needed to be replaced.

[@MattPark-vp2ud]

I test drove a few 2006 rx400 before and didnt like it. the 2007 was more updated I believe. I dont like them though because theyre not efficient on gas. my 400rx awd had air suspension it was a beast off road though!@@donrseymour now i have a 2008 camry hybrid with 278000 miles. I just serviced the cvt transmission with toyota ws transmission takes 2 bolts to and just a simple drain and fill with a 12 dollar pump - that will last another 100,000 miles. But I think im going to service it again at 50,000. Im driving it to the ground. heheheh it gets 39mpg

[@RangeTDV6]

Very useful information. Never checked on my one owner / family car 2007 RX 400h with 300.000km. Even though it was very clean, I still decided to do as you said. Now it's perfect.

[@stanglincoln1659]

thank you so much for showing how this is done and how often it should be serviced I'm visually impaired but I will have my mechanic take care of this on her 450h

[@yehabashaw7374]

Thanks very much for sharing such a valuable information!

[@user-wu1lb6lz8k]

Thank you ! Very nice tip. It would be fantastic to have more tips and vids like this one for the HYBRID models, 300H, 450H and 600H : Thanks in advance and god bless you !

[@berntlehnert8409]

Danke für den Hinweis. Ich habe gerade einen Rx400h übernommenen. Werde es anwenden. Aber wenn einmal abgebaut und gereinigt, müsste auch von aussen absaugen reichen. Der starke Staubsauger zum Sand aufsaugen. Aber Ausbau anhand der Anleitung ist super einfach. Dank dafür.

[@the_gold_canopy]

Great video. You just gained a new subscriber! 2008 Lexus RX400H, 203,425 miles.

[@Official-zf2up]

Hi, do you still have the car? Just got one 2008 with 164000 miles on it. If you don't mind. What should I expect?

[@the_gold_canopy]

@@Official-zf2up Is it the hybrid? Make sure the ABS actuator was replaced per factory recall, and if it wasn't, just make sure it's working properly, meaning that your brakes work well, and you dont hear the "burping" sound. Other than that, typical wear and tear is the headlights, for the seal sometimes leaks causing condensation inside the headlight, the sunroof belt can snap if you try to open the sunroof and its frozen shut, driver's side armrest is known to wear fast, and rear hatch door gasket is known to rip and tear if its frozen and you open the hatch. Other than those normal issues, thats pretty much it. Change the oil regularly, make sure there aren't any obstructions blocking hybrid battery vents under rear passenger seats. If your headlight assistance light is constantly on then the level arm on rear control arm broke. That arm goes to a little sensor box that tells the computer the angle of the ride. That happened to me once, so I thought I would share. Oh yea, and if you air up tires but light is still on, then check the spare. And don't try to hack your headlight HID bulb by replacing it through wheel well, just bite the bullet and do it right by dropping front bumper, if you purchase quality bulbs, you will only have to do it once. Still have my 08' 400h, still solid as a tank. Good luck with your new ride! Take care if it and it will last. I think I just hit 260k!

[@Official-zf2up]

Thank you so much for your response, I just checked, I didn't find any active recall. except a bearing that I replaced I think everything works as it should. do you advice AFS to stay off? @@the_gold_canopy

[@the_gold_canopy]

@@Official-zf2up I drive with it on, the headlights will turn in the same direction as the steering when its on. It definitely helps on dark country backroads. One thing that is a great upgrade is swapping out all the bulbs for LED bulbs. License plate bulbs, markers, driving, although for fog lights I prefer HID bulbs.

[@Official-zf2up]

I'll try it , need to get good brand for that. Have you ever change or clean the hybrid battery fan blower underneath the rear seat? also I need an aftermarket radio for Bluetooth the actual one is very outdated. @@the_gold_canopy

[@cjnorton]

That's it?! Omg thank you so much!! So so glad you did this video because I couldn't find any DIY instructions on this!! You rock! 👍👍🙌 Now to make sure I have a 10mm socket around lol

[@TheCarCareNut]

The 10mm socket..... always not there when you need it

[@cjnorton]

@@TheCarCareNut TRUE!! 😂

[@boilednuts]

@@TheCarCareNut So true. That's why I have at least a dozen of them in my tool chest

[@TheCarCareNut]

Lol and even with a dozen there’s still gonna be a day where you can’t find one

[@pit9820]

Thanks! More videos about 450h please, its so popular in USA!!!)))))

[@davidwarner6669]

So how come Lexus/Toyota dealers do not require this check during dealer service schedules or requirements. When do they check the condition of the hybrid battery system? Is there a trouble code for battery monitoring conditon for these vehicles? It seems they only get involved when there is driving problem or issues. How can you check the conditon of the hybrid battery via the engine computer data system? Thanks

[@juldesbruslais]

Thanks again for a very informative video. More RX Lexus tips to come please 😄

[@TheCarCareNut]

Working on it 😉

[@SubscriptionToLife]

@@TheCarCareNut yes can’t wait for more 400h/450h videos

[@superbee6270]

Thank you so much i have the same car and now i know how to remove the rear filters and i will clean them is nice to learns more about more about the RX 400 H

[@markaruski]

Thanks for this great info! I forsee a weekend project very soon!

[@forrunner06]

I've been wondering how to this. Thank you for doing a video that answers my question.

[@teddypark9832]

An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. Great advice!

[@midnitesnack3683]

Thank you very much for your video and help I just bought a RX400H will check mine Tomorrow thanks again

[@gregeconomeier1476]

Thanks. I previously sent an email regarding a 2010 LexRX450h. I was apparently not seeing that mesh when I stuck my head down there. Probably best that I didn't ….I would have trashed the plastic latches trying to figure them out. Thanks again.

[@Mmagic888]

Another very informative video as when I searched for ‘replacement filter’ for my hybrid it returned no results so I didn’t think there were filters that needed cleaning. Thanks!

[@ponnaiyangovindasamy4837]

Can you please do a video on choosing add-on accessories & some suggestions on them. Most importantly if there's an accessory that we MUST avoid.

[@fereidoondelfanian9102]

Excellent! Thank you for your advice and showing how to clean the hybrid batteries filters. Keep up the good work!👍

[@tamirerdene]

Thank you for the video, I could not open the vents, now I know the hidden doors on filters ))

[@gtranquilla]

Wow! The manuals and dealership never advised me about this…….❤

[@Andek74]

I always clean them with a vacuum cleaner just from the outside. Technically, it should suck all the dirt back from the filter, but will take them off now to see if there is anything I should clean more thoroughly

[@troyableboo7289]

Thank you for showing this video and sharing your gifted talents. May the Almighty continuously bless you with abundance blessings. God bless.

[@BraveHelios]

Hello, great video and right up the ally of what has been happening with my wife's 2010 Rx450h with around 173K miles. Issue has happened twice so far, one year apart and in between the car runs fine! Hybrid issue warning come up. Power is diminished. Display shows that Traction Batteries is nearly depleted and running / driving car is not charging the Traction Batteries. First time this occurred was on a hot day driving on the freeway at around 80-85 mph (happened to my son). Let car sit over night. Next day, checked all fluids and took it for a drive and it was fine. One year later, cool, sunny day, up in the mountains, not driving fast, but spirited and the same thing occurred. In each case, never saw the dummy light go from yellow to red. Had the car towed home, waited until the next day, checked fluids and took it for a drive and all is fine (that was 2 weeks ago). Had codes of P2601 and P3000. Unfortunately, I cleared those codes but not sure if any other data about the issues exist in the computer. As per this video, I removed the grilles below the back seat and cleaned out the filters just behind the grilles (they were mostly clean). Also made sure there were no obstructions by the grilles during this last drive. So... any recommendations or top tips at this point? I did just purchase the xTool D7 scanner hoping to gain more knowledge about these hybrids and computer controlled cars in general. Thank you!

[@dyuan3298]

Thank you for sharing info on Lexus cars.

[@joegabin6777]

I keep watching this channel all the time, I don't even own a Toyota or Lexus ...

[@juniorcampbell8012]

Very simple, thank you you saved me some time and money

[@danielcreedon3110]

Great video for us that a particular about maintenance!

[@startrekkindelta]

Looking to purchase a 2011 Lexus RX 450h. Wanting to take the best care of it I can. Thank you for your tips! 🙏

[@OrientalExotics]

Thank you . Your video helped guide me each step of the rightway on how to remove the lexus battery vent, without it i would have yank the vent out... lol

[@p6102zrfxe]

Hi AMD, I did yesterday filter and fan check after six months. There are still like brand new. I think that's really related to weakly cleaning car because back seats are daily used by kids. Thank you for another wonderful video.

[@TheCarCareNut]

Hi Marjan! I’ve had a Prius a while back from a viewer that doesn’t have a filter and I pulled the fan and it had very light dust on it after 11 years. Keeping the back cleaned up really helps.

[@p6102zrfxe]

@@TheCarCareNut By watching many videos about Toyota hybrids journalists are always complain about sound of engine that are getting when accelerating. Mostly they explain it like slipping clutch. They also say changing gears is so smooth(there are no gears :D). I totally understand why is that happening but it seams some people (as car journalists) don't. And make other people confused. Would be maybe good to make one video to explain how planetary gear set works in combination of ICE, MG1, MG2. Why and when people hear that engine sound. What to expect when battery is below real 40% (on dash is 1 or 2 lines of battery). I think Toyota hybrid transaxle is amassing pace of engineering. It is really simple (one planetary gear set) but really complicated (all elements of gear set are rotating freely) that people should understand. What do you think to make one video to explain Toyota hybrid transaxle ?

[@TheCarCareNut]

That’s actually a planned video with a real hybrid transmission sitting in my garage. I just gotta get one more thing settled before I record that video.

[@kornshadow097]

Nice. Any way to get to the air blowers to clean?

[@hutukaTB]

Just putting this search term in here maybe that can help future owners like me 2019 Toyota Highlander Hybrid battery intake vent cleaning. Thank you so much!

[@carlosbayardo6082]

THANKS SO MUCH very informative i love your channel definitive excellent expatiation

[@Ali-zu1ol]

Thanks you like your videos 😊

[@BELHORIZON31]

Can we drive with a lexus RX450h with hybrid battery dead? Only running with gasoline

[@amanuelberhe4149]

Thanks so much and God bless brother. I have been looking for this video and finally I found it. Cheers.

[@gabrielmerza6904]

Hello, I have a question I have a 2006 Toyota Avalon and when I’m driving on the highway the car start shaking really bad with check engine light and vsc I turn the car off and turn it back no check engine no light the car drive smooth I have done ignition coil + spark plug but the problem still exist I forgot to mention when I plug the scanner it said pass no faulty code ? I’m suspecting fuel pump ? What you guys think

[@downeastoutdoors8713]

Great video brother! Keep them coming. Good morning as well ☕️🥶

[@jeffl1484]

TCCN - do you have directions on how to do this on a hybrid NX (2015-2021) ?

[@ImranTTi]

Similar for CT200h/Prius but the mesh is washable (CT200h) and easy to miss. If you hear the fan kicking on during the summer it's a great reminder to check it.

[@michaelpalacio103]

May the Lord Bless you too! 🙏🏻 Thank you for your videos. Very much appreciated!

[@AD-lf9ck]

PLEASE SHOW US HOW TO CLEAN HBF FOR LEXUS NX 300H🙏

[@paulkobialko7086]

I heard on the newer models you need to take out the back seats. Is this correct?

[@JagirDhillon-k7v]

Hi, I just purchased a 2018 rx 450h and was wondering, how to go about accessing and cleaning the hybrid battery filter also any other maintenance tips. Thank you.

[@2mo2time]

Would like to see the blower motor or fan motor cleaning or replacement

[@brianday13]

YESSSSS Lexus related video!!!! 👌👍😅

[@Stokesman101]

I just bought a AWD 2014 RX450H w/70k on it. Very disappointed in the mpg. Think 21/25 city/hwy. How do I know if my battery is crapping out? Their is no service lights, but the engine seems to kick on excessively, the battery seems to drain down in a few days sitting in the garage. Is this normal to not get anywhere close to epa mpg? I can’t even get close with extreme hyper mile-ing

[@raymartisais7613]

I have a lexus is300h 2023 model and i just cleaned the fan and the intake filter. I am paranoid whether i plugged the hybrid fan connector back in because when i started the car i could not hear the hybrid fan at the rear running. Would an error appear on the dash to inform me if ever i did not plug it back in? Also, is the fan on all the time or only when the computer detects that the temperature of the battery is higher than normal? Please respond. Thank you!

[@billgulich4200]

You are super-helpful. Thanks!

[@allanlee1244]

I love your channel. Would RX400H runs when battery dies? I am going to buy a 2008 R400H with only 90,000KM and I am a bit worry about the battery life. If it dies, what is battery replacement cost?

[@phatnguyen6834]

I have the Toyota Highlander hybrid 2007, and the dash show Check Hybrid System. So, I took the Hybrid Battery out, and I want to change the new Hybrid battery. I saw on Craigslist the Guy has Lexus 450h 2012 for sale. So, I am wondering can I use the Hybrid Battery of Lexus 450h 2012 on my Highlander hybrid 2007? Again, thank you so much for your help👍

[@TheCarCareNut]

Hi! Did you retrieve codes?

[@phatnguyen6834]

There were no codes, but when I took the hybrid battery out, there was some water underneath the hybrid battery. So, do you think I can use the hybrid battery of Lexus 2012 450h on my highlander hybrid 2007 ? 😊

[@TheCarCareNut]

Honestly they look similar but I haven’t tried to swap one out from the rx to the highlander

[@phatnguyen6834]

Thank you so much

[@ferrier3]

How would you clean if you didn’t have anything with compressed air?

[@EL-9999]

Can you do a hybrid battery air filter maintenance on 2023 NX, please?

[@dinonaccarato2989]

what kind of maintainence should I be doing on my 06 lexus rx400h? it has 230,000 km... thanks and great channel

[@tsetendorjee9040]

Thanks for sharing your video!

[@BELHORIZON31]

How to get access to the 3 hybrid battery cooling fan underneath the seat? From the trunk?

[@TheCarCareNut]

They’re underneath the seat. Not simple to get to

[@GEORGECLRamos]

Hi do you have anything on how to recharge your AC on a 08 Lexus rx400 I can’t seem to find a video anywhere 😭

[@markkujantunen8298]

Money in the bank again. Thanks.

[@francenastewart8645]

Question: Should I have my radiator drained since it is about to freeze in Texas? This August my car overheated so since I haven’t ran the heat or the cool air I put water in and it’s been holding up. Toyota Camry 2010 SE

[@TheCarCareNut]

Hi! I wouldn’t drain it if it has coolant in there. If it has only water without antifreeze then yes I would.

[@francenastewart8645]

@@TheCarCareNut It’s 90% water thank you for such a quick response 😊

[@Gnosis33]

Where are those located for 2020 Lexus es 300h?

[@howardtran5904]

Thank you very much for your helpful video!

[@boilerman61]

Love you information, very helpfull

[@mayalife3513]

Can you please talk about Lexus 2019 ES 350 what type of engine . I’m looking forward to buying lexus 2019 350 or RAV 4 2020

[@Hero4lyfe]

Are there any other filters in the trunk of a 2013 Highlander Hybrid that can be cleaned/ changed DIY?

[@ONI1013.]

Hi AMD, I know this video pretty old, but I couldn’t find any new content on the newer 450H+. I had a few questions about the 2024 NX and RX 450H+ batteries. (1) Can you safely charge the traction motor batteries to 100% every day? I know for full EVs, it isn’t recommended to go past 80% for longevity of the battery, but couldn’t find anything about the Lexus. (2) Have you heard about a problem with the 12V parasitic Battery drain? Just got a new 2024 RX450H+ for less than 10 days and the 12V battery already went dead. Had to jump start it and take it in to Lexus to get checked out. Read on forum this is happening on many new NX and RX 450H+. Some indicated it may be a bad “DCM”? Not sure what that is, but dreadful you gotta watch for the battery drain.

[@huskylvr4evr]

Awesome video.... I'm going to look at a different vehicle tomorrow. Is there any such maintenance on say a 2013 Lexus ES300h ?

[@organicvids]

Filters? Those look like screens. Is there another pleated filter on these systems?

[@AfricanFlightStar]

Good info that I needed to know thank you! But now I want to know how to remove and clean the P310 Hybrid Battery Blower in a 2008 RX400H. Any ideas? thank you!

[@yoganandramen9873]

You just earned another subscriber 😉