Ventilation And Air Conditioning Odors - Lexus 2015 RX350 Owner's Manual

3-2. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
When outside air temperature is below 32F (0C)
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The cooling and dehumidification function may not operate even when
on.

Ventilation and air conditioning odors

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To let fresh air in, set the air conditioning system to the outside air mode.
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During use, various odors from inside and outside the vehicle may enter into
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and accumulate in the air conditioning system. This may then cause odor to be
emitted from the vents.
To reduce potential odors from occurring:
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• It is recommended that the air conditioning 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
immediately after the air conditioning system is started in automatic mode.
CAUTION
To prevent the windshield from fogging up
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Do not use
ference 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.
NOTICE
To prevent battery discharge
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Do not leave the air conditioning system on longer than necessary when the engine
is off.
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