Lexus LS 600h L 2012 Owner's Manual page 355

3-2. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
Operation of the air conditioning system in Eco drive mode
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In Eco drive mode, the air conditioning system is controlled as follows to prioritize
fuel efficiency:
Engine speed and compressor operation controlled to restrict heating/cooling
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capacity
Fan speed restricted when automatic mode is selected
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To improve air conditioning performance, perform the following operations:
Adjust the fan speed
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Turn off Eco drive mode
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Customization
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The air conditioning control of Eco drive mode can be changed to the same setting
as that used in normal drive mode. (Customizable features →P. 573)
Using the automatic mode
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Fan speed is adjusted automatically in accordance with the temperature setting and
ambient conditions. As a result, the following may occur:
Immediately after "AUTO" is pressed, the fan may stop for a while until warm or
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cool air is ready to flow.
Cool air may flow to the area around the upper body when the heater is on.
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Using the system in recirculated air mode
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The windows will fog up more easily if the recirculated air mode is used for an
extended period.
Switching between outside air and recirculated air modes
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Recirculated air mode or outside air mode may be automatically switched to in
accordance with the temperature setting and the inside temperature.
Window defogger feature
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Recirculated air mode may automatically switch to
ations where the windows need to be defogged.
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(outside air) mode in situ-