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
72If the air conditioner compressor does not operate, the
indicator of the
(A/C) button will blink. If the indicator of the
(A/C) button blinks even when the (A/C) button is
pushed again, have the compressor checked by your nearest
Lexus dealer.
(b) Windshield defogging and defrosting
See “(a) Climate control” for details on each button.
To remove interior fog on the windshield −
Push the
(WINDSHIELD) button
To remove frost or exterior fog on the windshield −
1. Place the temperature control knob at the maximum
temperature.
2. Push the
(WINDSHIELD) button.
3. Push the right side of the fan speed control
(FAN)
button to set the fan speed at the maximum speed.
(c) Operating tips
Make sure the air inlet grilles in front of the windshield are
not blocked by leaves or other obstructions.
If air flow control is not satisfactory, check the dashboard
vents. (See “Side vents”.)
To help cool down the interior after parking in the hot sun.
drive for the first few minutes with the windows open. After
the excess heat has blown away, close the windows.
When driving on dusty roads, close all windows. If dust
thrown up by the vehicle is still drawn into the vehicle after
closing the windows, it is recommended that the air intake
control button be left to the OUTSIDE AIR mode and the fan
operated.
If following another vehicle on a dusty road, or driving in
windy and dusty conditions, it is recommended that the air
intake control button be temporarily pushed to the
RECIRCULATED AIR mode, which will close off the outside
passage and prevent outside air and dust from entering the
vehicle interior.
