1992 Lexus ES300 light

AIR CONDITIONER AND AUDIO
70The automatic air conditioner automatically maintains the set
temperature.
This air conditioner features automatic fan speed and air flow
control which automatically selects the most suitable fan
speed and air flow to control the temperature. The ignition key
must be in the “ON” position.
You may use manual controls to override the automatic
settings.
(a) Climate control
SETTING OPERATION − automatic control
1. Push the “Push AUTO
.TEMP” knob.
Air flow quantity, switching of the diffusers, on-off of the air
conditioner, and switching of the air intake between
RECIRCULATED AIR and OUTSIDE AIR are automatically
adjusted. The operation status is shown by each indicator.
When one of the manual control buttons is depressed while
operating in automatic mode, the operation corresponding to
the button depressed is set. Other conditions continue to be
adjusted automatically.
2. Turn the “Push AUTO
.TEMP” knob until the desired
temperature is displayed.
The “Push AUTO
.TEMP” knob is used to set the desired
passenger compartment temperature. The temperature of air
delivered to the passenger compartment will be controlled
automatically according to the setting. The figures on the panel
indicate degrees Fahrenheit or Centigrade.SETTING OPERATION − manual control
If manual air flow selection is desired −
The outlets from which air is delivered can be selected manually
by pushing either side of the air flow control
(MODE)
button. The mode appears on the display. The function of each
mode is as follows:
FACE mode − Directs air flow at face level.
BI-LEVEL mode − Directs air flow at face level, and at
floor level for both front and rear. Except in ventilation, the air
to the floor is slightly warmer than air to the face.
FLOOR mode − Directs air flow mostly at floor level for
both front and rear.
FLOOR/WINDSHIELD mode − Directs air flow to the
windshield and front side windows as well as floor level for both
front and rear.
FRONT WINDSHIELD mode − Directs air flow mostly to
the windshield and front side windows.
When this mode is selected while operating in automatic
mode, the air conditioner is set to operate and the OUTSIDE
AIR mode is set.

AIR CONDITIONER AND AUDIO
71 CAUTION:
Do not use the FRONT WINDSHIELD mode during cooled
air operation in extremely humid weather. The difference
between the temperature of the outside air and that of the
windshield could cause the outer surface of the
windshield to fog up and block your vision.
If quick heating or cooling is desired −
Obtain maximum power by turning the “Push AUTO
.TEMP”
knob fully. At this time, “MAX.HOT” or “MAX.COLD” will appear
on the display.
If manual fan speed control is desired −
The fan speed can be set to your desired speed by pushing
either side of the fan speed control
(FAN) button. The
higher the fan speed, the more air is delivered. Pushing the
(OFF) button turns off the fan.
To remove exterior windshield frost, use the high speed
setting.
Stopping the fan −
Push the
(OFF) button.
The fan stops in automatic mode or manual mode.If manual switching of air intake is desired −
The
(AIR INTAKE) button is used to switch the air intake
between the OUTSIDE AIR mode and RECIRCULATED AIR
mode.
With the button in the OUTSIDE AIR mode, the OUTSIDE AIR
mode indicator light will come on and the system will take fresh
outside air into the vehicle.
If quick circulation of cooled air is desired, push the air intake
control button for RECIRCULATED AIR. The
RECIRCULATED AIR mode indicator light will come on.
For normal use, it is best to keep the air intake control button
set to OUTSIDE AIR mode. If recirculated air is used during
heating, the windows will fog up more easily.
If manual on-off of the air conditioner is desired −
Push the
(A/C) button.
The air conditioner on − off button is used to turn the air
conditioner on and off. Push the button to turn the air
conditioner on and push it again to turn the air conditioner off.
If the system is used for ventilation, heating in dry weather or
removing frost or exterior fog on the windshield, turn the air
conditioner off once it is no longer required. This will improve
fuel economy. The air conditioner can be used for year-round
automatic temperature control including cooling and
dehumidifying operation.

AIR CONDITIONER AND AUDIO
82(a) Playing a cassette tape
1. Put the cassette into the slot. with the tape side to the right
and lightly push it in. The tape player will grasp the cassette
and slide it into place to play. If the radio is on when the cassette
is inserted, the radio will automatically turn off.
If the cassette is already in the slot, push the (TAPE)
button.
At this time. “TAPE” will appear on the display.
The tape player can also be turned on by pushing the
“PWR.VOL” knob if the tape player was being used when the
system was turned off.
When a metal or chrome equivalent tape is inserted, the player
will automatically adapt to it and “METAL” will appear on the
display.
2. To use Dolby NR*, push the right side of the
(DOLBY NR) button. Each time you push the button, the mode
changes in order from DOLBY B to DOLBY C, then back to
OFF. Select the mode which fits your cassette tape.
*Dolby noise reduction manufactured under license from Dolby
Laboratories Licensing Corporation. “DOLBY” and the double-D
symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing
Corporation.
3. Turn the “PWR.VOL” knob to adjust the volume.
4. Select your program. (See “(b) Selecting a program”.)
5. Adjust the tone and sound balance. (See “(d) Adjusting the
tone” and “(e) Adjusting the sound balance” of radio operation.)6. If desired, other functions may be used for your
convenience. (See “ (c) Other tape player functions”.)
7. To turn the player off, push the “PWR.VOL” knob.
8. To eject the cassette, push the (EJECT) button. As this
is done, the player will turn off. If the radio was on when the
cassette tape was inserted, it will automatically turn on again.
The ignition key can be at any position to eject the cassette.
(b) Selecting a program
1. Push the (PROG) button to select a side to play. The
tape operation indicator display shows you which side is being
played.
The player will automatically reverse directions at the end of
the tape to play the other side.
2. Play the program you want using either of the following
methods.
Manual program selection
Push the
(REW, FF) button on the right side to fast
forward the tape or on the left side to rewind the tape. At this
time, “FF” or “REW” will appear on the display. To stop either
fast forwarding or rewinding, push the button on the same side
again or push the (TAPE) button. The tape will then
resume playing.

AIR CONDITIONER AND AUDIO
84Cassette tape player operating tips
Use only cassette tapes of good quality, having no
damage. Avoid using tapes with a total playing time longer
than 90 minutes.
Using damaged tapes may cause harm to the tape player.
Longer tapes are not recommended because of their thinness.
Be sure that the tape is not slack and that the label is firmly
stuck on the shell before insertion.
Wind the tape firmly by turning the hub with a pencil or the like.
Be careful not to touch the tape surface.
When not in use, take the cassette out of the player, put it
back into its case and store it away from dust, magnets
and direct sunlight.
Leaving cassettes on the dashboard in the sun could damage
your tapes.
Keep the interior mechanism of the cassette player clean.
Once or twice a month, use a wet type cleaning cassette to
clean off tape coating residue accumulated on the head,
capstan and pinch roller.
NOTICE:
Do not oil any part of the player and do not insert
anything other than cassette tapes into the slot, or the
tape player may be damaged.

AIR CONDITIONER AND AUDIO
88(d) Selecting a program
Automatic program selection: Use for direct access to a
desired program.
Push the (TRACK) button on either side and hold it
until the desired program number appears on the display. As
you release the button, the player will start playing the selected
program from the beginning.
Manual program selection:
Push the (FF) button on the right side and hold it to fast
forward the disc. Releasing the button starts play from that
position.
Disc scan selection: Use for disc-to-disc scanning.
Push the (SCAN) button. With “SCAN” on the display, the
program at the beginning of each disc will be played for 10
seconds. To continue listening to the program of your choice,
push the (CD) or (SCAN) button.
(e) Other compact disc player functions
“RPT” button: Use for automatic repeat of the program
currently being listened to.
Push the (RPT) button on the left side while the
program is being played. As this is done, “RPT” will appear on
the display. When the program is finished, the disc will
automatically go back to the beginning of the program and the
program will be played again. To cancel it, push the button
once again.“RANDOM” button: Use for automatic program selection and
play by the system.
When the (RANDOM) button on the right side is
depressed, “RND” appears on the display and the system
selects a program on the disc which is set and plays it. To
cancel it, push the button once again.
When a program is skipped or the system is inoperative, push
the (CD) button to reset.
“CD CMP” button: Use for listening to music in noisy
situations.
Push the (CD CMP) button and hold it until a beep is
heard. Small sounds are then emphasized and large sounds
muted slightly so that every sound can be heard clearly.
This function works only in the “CD” mode. To cancel it, push
the button once again and hold it until a beep is heard.
(f) If the player malfunctions
If “WAIT” appears on the display, audio signals of the disc
cannot be read or the system has trouble. Push the (CD)
button once again.
If the player does not operate, check that the disc surface is not
soiled or damaged. If the disc is O.K., the following two causes
are possible.

Condensation may have occurred on the internal
mechanism of the player.
Open the trunk to let air circulate.

AIR CONDITIONER AND AUDIO
89
The temperature of the player’s internal mechanism is
raised because of high external temperature.
Remove the magazine from the player to cool it.
If the player still does not operate, take it to your Lexus dealer.
Compact disc player operating tips
Use only compact discs labeled as shown, having no dirt,
damage or warp. Lexus does not recommend using 8 cm
(3.2 in.) discs.Never attempt to disassemble or oil any part of the player
unit. Do not insert any object other than a disc into the
slot.
There are no user-serviceable parts inside the compact disc
player.
Correct
Wrong
Do not put any fingerprints, stickers or pen marks on the
surfaces of the disc.
Hold the disc only by the edge or center hole.
When not in use, take the disc out of the player, put it back
into its case and store it away from dust, heat, damp and
direct sunlight.
Leaving discs on the dashboard in the sun may damage or
warp them.

AIR CONDITIONER AND AUDIO
92
5. With your identification number appearing on the display,
press the (SCAN) button and hold it in until “SEC” appears
on the display. “SEC” will go off to indicate the system is set.
If invalid buttons have been used, “Err” will appear on the
display before “SEC” appears. Try again from step 3.
Indicator light
“SEC”
Once the system is set, the indicator light turns on and off with
the ignition switch in “OFF” and “SEC” will appear each time
the key is turned to the “ACC” position.
To change the identification number for some reason, cancel
the system (See “(b) Cancelling the anti-theft system”.) and set
it again with a new number.
The system will be activated if the electrical power source is
disconnected from the radio unit. When the system is
activated, the audio system cannot be turned on even after the
power supply resumes and “SEC” will appear on the display.
If this happens, such as when the battery is discharged, see
“(c) If the anti-theft system is activated”.

AIR CONDITIONER AND AUDIO
93 (b) Cancelling the anti-theft system
Error times
(1 - 9)
1. Follow steps 1 to 4 described in “(a) Setting the anti-theft
system”.
2. With your identification number appearing on the display,
press the (SCAN) button and hold it in until “- - - “ appears
on the display. “- - - “ will go off to indicate the system is
cancelled. If invalid buttons have been used. “Err” will appear
on the display and “SEC” appears. Try again from step 3 in “(a)
Setting the anti-theft system”.
The number displayed with “Err” indicates how many errors
you have made. You may make up to nine errors, but no more!
Indicator light
“HELP”
NOTICE:
A tenth error will activate the anti-theft system and
“HELP” will appear on the display. The audio system will
be completely inoperable. At this time, the indicator light
also comes on. If this occurs, contact your Lexus dealer.
At the time of resale of your vehicle, cancel the system for the
new owner.