Lexus RX 450h Owner's Manual page 403

more than one electronic key is in the
vicinity or if the smart entry & start system
is used to unlock a passenger door.
The doors that can recall the air condi-
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tioning setting when unlocked using the
smart entry & start system can be
changed.
dealer.
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: The doors that can recall the driving
position memory are changed at the
same time.
Operation of the air conditioning sys-
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tem in Eco drive mode
In Eco drive mode, the air conditioning sys-
tem is controlled as follows to prioritize fuel
efficiency:
Engine speed and compressor operation
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controlled to restrict heating/cooling
capacity
Fan speed restricted when automatic
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mode is selected
To improve air conditioning performance,
perform the following operations:
Adjust the fan speed
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Turn off Eco drive mode (P.374)
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When the outside temperature falls to
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nearly 0°C (32°F)
The dehumidification function may not
operate even when "A/C" is selected.
Ventilation and air conditioning odors
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To let fresh air in, set the air conditioning
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system to the outside air mode.
During use, various odors from inside and
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outside the vehicle may enter into and
accumulate in the air conditioning sys-
tem. This may then cause odor to be
emitted from the vents.
To reduce potential odors from occur-
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ring:
• It is recommended that the air condition-
ing system be set to outside air mode
prior to turning the vehicle off.
• The start timing of the blower may be
delayed for a short period of time imme-
diately after the air conditioning system is
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5-3. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
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For details, contact your Lexus
started in automatic mode or pollen
removal mode.
Using the voice command system
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Air conditioning system can be operated
using voice commands. For details, refer to
"Navigation and Multimedia System
Owner's Manual" or "Multimedia Owner's
Manual".
Air conditioning filter
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P.492
Customization
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Some functions can be customized.
(P.574)
WARNING
To prevent the windshield from fog-
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ging up
Do not use the windshield defogger
switch during cool air operation in
extremely humid weather. The difference
between the temperature of the outside
air and that of the windshield can cause
the outer surface of the windshield to fog
up, blocking your vision.
When the outside rear view mirror
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defoggers are operating
Do not touch the outside rear view mir-
ror surfaces, as they can become very
hot and burn you.
NOTICE
To prevent 12-volt battery discharge
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Do not leave the air conditioning system
on longer than necessary when the
hybrid system is off.
Air conditioning control screen
Main control screen
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Using the touchpad of the Remote
Touch, select the button on the screen.
This system can also be operated by
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