2006 Lexus ES330 Basic Functions In Frequent Use / OWNER'S MANUAL (OM33703U)

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This
button allows the air intake to select OUTSIDE AIR mode
automatically. This is to clean up the front view more quickly.
It is not possible to return to RECIRCULATED AIR mode in the
windshield air flow mode.
Push the “A/C” button for dehumidified heating or cooling. This
setting clears the front view more quickly.
 On humid days, do not blow cold air on the windshield — the
difference between the outside and inside temperatures
could make the fogging worse.
— The outside of the windshield
For best results, set controls to:
For automatic operation —
Temperature — Towards high temperature
Air intake — OUTSIDE AIR
Air flow — WINDSHIELD
For manual operation —
Fan speed — To the desired fan speed
Temperature — Towards high temperature
Air intake — OUTSIDE AIR
Air flow — WINDSHIELD
When the windshield air flow button is pushed, air flows mainly
from the windshield vents and turns on the defogging function
with the purpose of clearing the front view.
Pushing this button once again returns the air flow mode to the
last one used.
This button allows the air intake to select OUTSIDE AIR mode
automatically. This is to clean up the front view more quickly.
It is not possible to return to RECIRCULATED AIR mode in the
windshield air flow mode.
Push the “A/C” button for dehumidified heating or cooling. This
setting clears the front view more quickly.
 To heat the vehicle interior while defrosting the windshield,
choose floor/windshield air flow.

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(d) Side vents and rear vents
Side vents
Rear vents
If air flow control is not satisfactory, check the side vents
and rear vents. The side vents and rear vents may be
opened or closed as shown.
(e) Checking and replacing the air conditioning filter
The air conditioning filter information label is placed in the
glove box as shown and indicates that a filter has been
installed.
The air conditioning filter prevents dust from entering the
vehicle through the air conditioning vent.

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The air conditioning filter is behind the glove box.
The air conditioning filter may clog after long use. The filter
may need to be replaced if the air flow of the air conditioner and
heater experiences extreme reductions in operating ef ficiency,
or if the windows begin to fog up easily.
To maintain the air conditioning efficiency, inspect and replace
the air conditioning filter according to the maintenance
schedule. In dusty areas or areas with heavy traffic flow, such
as inner city or desert areas, early replacement may be
required. (For scheduled maintenance information, please
refer to the “Owner’s Manual Supplement/Scheduled
Maintenance”.)1. Open the glove box. Remove the screw with a
Phillipshead screwdriver.
2. Remove the 2 pins installed on the upper part of the
glove box and lower the glove box.

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3. Take out the filter case.
4. Remove the filter from the filter case.
5. Inspect the filter on the surface.
If it is dirty, it should be replaced.
INFORMATION
The air conditioning filter should be installed properly
in position. The use of air conditioning with the filter
removed may cause deteriorated dustproof
performance and then affect air conditioning
performance.

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SECTION 2 – 2
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AIR CONDITIONING AND AUDIO
Audio
Audio system (with single−CD player) cci
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Audio system (with six− CD changer) ccxxv
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For vehicles equipped with Navigation System,
please refer to the separate “Navigation System
Owner’s Manual”.

AUDIO
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AUDIO SYSTEM (with singleCD player)
Quick reference for your audio system
You can adjust the brightness of the display. See “Instrument panel light control” on page lxxi for details.

AUDIO
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1Ejecting a CD
(See page ccxii for details.)
2Function buttons
1 — 6: Station selector buttons
(See page ccviii for details.)
SCAN: Scan tuning
(See page ccix for details.)
P.SCAN: Preset scan tuning
(See page ccix for details.)
3Display of functions in TAPE or CD mode
:DOLBY NR
(See page ccx for details.)
 : Rewinding or reversing
(See page ccx or ccxvi for details.)
 : Fast forwarding
(See page ccx or ccxvi for details.)
RPT: Automatic repeat
(See page ccxi or ccxvi for details.)
:CD selection
(See page ccxiv for details.)
RAND: Random access
(See page ccxvii for details.)
SCAN: Scan selection
(See page ccxv for details.)
4CD slot
(See page ccxii for details.)
5Automatic Sound Levelizer (ASL)/Mute
(See page cciv or ccvi for details.)
6TUNE/AUDIO CONTROL knob
(See page ccv for details.)
7 :Side change
(See page ccx for details.)
8Mode selectors
(See page cciv for details.)
9Stopping and ejecting a cassette tape
(See page ccix for details.)
10Turning the system on and adjusting the volume
(See page cciii for details.)
11Cassette tape slot
(See page ccix for details.)
12Radio mode: Seek tuning
(See page ccviii for details.)
TAPE mode: Direct access to a desired program
(See page ccxi for details.)
CD mode: Direct access to a desired program
(See page ccxvi for details.)