2006 Lexus ES330 air conditioning

HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL
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HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL
The contents of this manual are explained briefly
on this page to help you make the best use of the
manual. Please read this page and the rest of the
Owner’s Manual carefully to make sure you fully
understand the operation of your vehicle.
This will help you enjoy safe and comfortable
driving.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
The table of contents and the pictorial index provide easy
reference to the appropriate pages.
BASIC OPERATION — QUICK REFERENCE
Operation of basic equipment is briefly explained in an easily
understandable way for quick reference.
SECTION 1 — INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS
The vehicle’s equipment is divided into the 7 groups listed
below. Use of the equipment is explained, including any points
you should pay particular attention to.
1. Keys and doors
2. Switches
3. Gauges, meters and service reminder indicators
4. Interior equipment
5. Exterior equipment
6. Occupant restraint systems 7. Steering wheel and mirrors
SECTION 2 — AIR CONDITIONING AND AUDIO
The features of the vehicle’s air conditioning and audio are
explained in detail. Be sure to r
ead this Section so that you can
make full use of them.
SECTION 3 — STARTING AND DRIVING
Starting the engine, driving, stopping, operation of features
affecting vehicle handling, hints on vehicle safety and safe
driving techniques are all explained. Please read everything
in this Section, and remember — drive safely!
SECTION 4 — IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY
This Section explains what to do in the event of an urgent
situation such as the engine not starting or getting a flat tire, etc.
If such a problem occurs, check the contents of this Owner’s
Manual and follow the instructions given.
SECTION 5 — MAINTENANCE
This Section explains the importance of regular maintenance.
Regular and periodic inspection and maintenance of your
Lexus will help to keep your vehicle in its best condition.
SECTION 6 — SERVICE PROCEDURES AND
SPECIFICATIONS
Simple maintenance procedure and service data are provided
here for your reference should you wish to perform inspection
and maintenance yourself.

For detailed information, refer to the description given in each Section\
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PICTORIAL INDEX
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1Door lock switch and power window
switches xxvi, xlv
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2Driving position memory switches clxvii
. . . . . . . . . .
3Power rear view mirror control switches clxxv . . . . .
4Side vents cxcvi
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5Instrument panel light control dial lxxi
. . . . . . . . . . . .
6Headlight, turn signal and
fog light switches xxxiii, xxxv, xxxviii, xxxix . . . . . . .
7Audio remote control switches ccxviii, ccxlix . . . . . .
8Ignition switch cclx
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
9Speech command switch See the separate . . . . . . . .
“Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.
10Multiinformation display control button lxviii . . . . .
11Windshield wiper and washer switches xxxix. . . . . .
12Seat ventilator/heater switches xlix
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
13Emergency flasher switch xlviii
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
14Clock lxxvi
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . \
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15Audio system or navigation system
including audio system
(For the navigation system, see the separate
“Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.) cci, ccxxv .
16Front passenger’s seat belt reminder light lxi . . . . . .
17“AIRBAG OFF” indicator light cxliii
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page
18“AIRBAG ON” indicator light
cxliii
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
19Security indicator light xv, xxix
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
20Glove box lxxviii
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
21Front passenger seat position
memory switches clxix . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
22Automatic air conditioning controls clxxxv . . . . . . . .
23Rear window and outside rear view mirror
defogger switch xliv. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
24Grocery bag hook lxxxix
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
25Automatic transmission selector lever cclxiii . . . . . .
26Rear electric sunshade switch xc
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
27Electronic modulated suspension
control switch cclxxii . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
28Cigarette lighter and ashtray lxxvi
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
29Traction control system off switch cclxxiv
. . . . . . . .
30Cruise control switch cclxix
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
31Power adjustable pedals switch clxxiii
. . . . . . . . . . . .
32Parking brake pedal cclxi
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
33Auxiliary box lxxxvii
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
34Hood lock release lever xciii
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
35Trunk lid opener xciv
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
36Fuel filler door opener xcvii
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

GAUGES, METERS AND SERVICE REMINDER INDICATORS
lvi
ENGINE COOLANT
TEMPERATURE GAUGE
 Normal range
The gauge indicates the engine coolant temperature when
the ignition switch is on. The engine operating
temperature will vary with changes in weather and engine
load.
If the needle points to the red zone or higher, stop your vehicle
and allow the engine to cool. Your vehicle may overheat during severe operating conditions,
such as:

Driving up a long hill on a hot day.
 Reducing speed or stopping after high speed driving.
 Idling for a long period with the air conditioning on in
stop−and−go traffic.
 Towing a trailer.
NOTICE
Do not remove the thermostat in the engine cooling
system as this may cause the engine to overheat. The
thermostat is designed to control the flow of coolant
to keep the temperature of the engine within the
specified operating range.
 Do not continue driving with an overheated engine.
See “If your vehicle overheats” on page cccviii.

SECTION 2 – 1
clxxxiv
AIR CONDITIONING AND AUDIO
Air conditioning
Automatic air conditioning controlsclxxxv
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

AIR CONDITIONING
clxxxv
AUTOMATIC AIR CONDITIONING CONTROLS

AIR CONDITIONING
clxxxviThe automatic air conditioning automatically maintains
the set temperature.
In the automatic operation mode, the air conditioning selects
the most suitable fan speed, air flow, air intake and on−
off the
air conditioning according to the temperature.
The ignition key must be in the “ON” position.
NOTICE
To prevent the battery from being discharged, do not
leave the air conditioning on longer than necessary
when the engine is not running.
1“TEMP” (driver side temperature control) button
2Driver side temperature display (in degrees
Fahrenheit or Centigrade)
3Fan speed display
4Outside temperature display
5Air flow display
6Passenger side temperature display (in degrees
Fahrenheit or Centigrade)
7“PASSENGER TEMP” (passenger side temperature
control) button
8“DUAL” (temperature setting mode change) button
9Windshield air flow button
10“MODE”(air flow control) button
11Air intake control button
12Fan speed control button
13“OFF” button
14“AUTO” button
15“A/C” button

AIR CONDITIONING
clxxxvii
20E395
Air flow selection

AIR CONDITIONING
clxxxviii
(a) Climate control
SETTING OPERATION — automatic control
1. Push the “AUTO” button.
An indicator light will illuminate to show that the automatic
operation mode has been selected.
Air flow quantity, switching of the diffusers, on−off of the air
conditioning 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.
Push the “OFF” button to turn the air conditioning system off.
2. Use the “TEMP” or “PASSENGER TEMP” button to set
the desired temperature.
The “TEMP” or “PASSENGER TEMP” button is used to set the
desired temperature. The temperature will be controlled on the
driver and passenger sides simultaneously or individually.
“TEMP” button — Changes the temperature on the driver and
passenger sides simultaneously or the driver side only.
“PASSENGER TEMP” button — Changes the temperature
settings separate from the driver side.
“DUAL” button — Changes the mode of the temperature
setting.
The indicator on the “DUAL” button has two modes:
 With the indicator on — For individual temperature setting
 With the indicator off — For simultaneous temperature
setting