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(a) Rear cooler ONOFF
To turn the rear cooler on, push the “REAR COOL” button
with front air conditioning on. To turn the rear cooler off,
push the button once again.
When you turn the rear cooler on with the front air conditioning
off, the cooling device is not operated.
(b) Air flow control
The fan speed can be set to your desired speed by pushing
the appropriate side of the fan speed control button.
“AUTO” mode: The fan speed is automatically adjusted only
when the air flow setting of the front air conditioning is in the
panel mode.
(c) Temperature control
The temperature of the cooled air can be adjusted between
 10 F ( 5C) of the temperature of the front air
conditioning system. Push the left side of the button to
lower the temperature.
NOTICE
To prevent the battery from being discharged, do not
leave the rear cooler on longer than necessary when the
engine is not running.

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Using your audio system: some basics
This section describes some of the basic features of the Lexus
audio system. Some information may not pertain to your
system.
Your audio system adjusts to the optimum volume and tone
quality automatically. While the system is adjusting the audio
sound, the audio sound fades out and then fades in.
Your audio system works when the ignition switch is in the
“ACC” or “ON” position.
NOTICE
To prevent the battery from being discharged, do not
leave the audio system on longer than necessary when
the engine is not running.
(a) Turning the system on and off
Push this knob to turn the audio system on and off. Turn
this knob to adjust the volume.
The system turns on in the last mode used.

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(b) Presetting a station
1. Tune in the desired station.
2. Push one of the station selector buttons (1 — 6) and
hold it until a beep is heard. This sets the station to the
button and the button number (1 — 6) appears on the
display.
Each
button can store one AM station and two FM stations. To
change the preset station to a different one, follow the same
procedure.
The preset station memory is cancelled when the power
source is interrupted by battery disconnection or a blown fuse. (c) Selecting a station
Tune in the desired station using one of the following methods.
Seek tuning: Push the “SEEK” button. The radio will begin
seeking up
or down for a station of the nearest frequency and
will stop on reception. Each time you push the button, the
stations will be searched automatically one after another.
Preset tuning: Push the button (1 — 6) for the station you
want. The button number (1 — 6) and station frequency
appear on the display.
Manual tuning: Turn the “AUDIO·TUNE” knob. The radio will
step up or down to another frequency.

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1Front audio system
2Rear seat audio system display
3Rear seat audio system remote control
4Headphone jacks
5Headphone volume control dials
6Remote control holder
Rear seat audio system remote control
The rear seat audio system can be operated with the rear
seat audio system remote control.
CAUTION
Do not disassemble or modify the remote control. It
may cause an accident, fire or electric shock.
NOTICE
Keep the remote control away from direct sunlight, high
heat and high humidity. These conditions could cause
the case to deform or the battery to explode or leak.

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(a) Before using the remote control (for new vehicle
owners)
A battery is already set in the remote control with an
insulating sheet, which prevents the battery from being
discharged.
Before using the remote control, remove the
insulating sheet.
(b) Using the remote control
To use the rear seat audio system remote control, direct
the signal output portion of the remote control to the
signal reception portion of the rear seat audio system
display.
The rear seat audio system remote control can be operated
when the ignition switch is in the “ACC” or “ON” position.
The remote control does not operate properly when the signal
reception portion of the display is exposed to direct sunlight.
Block the display from direct sunlight.
NOTICE
Observe the followings, otherwise the remote control
may be damaged.
 Do not drop or strongly knock the remote control
against hard objects.
 Do not sit on or place heavy objects on the remote
control.

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Using your rear seat audio system: some
basics
The following instructions are for the rear passengers.
Please let the rear passengers read and follow the
instructions when the rear passengers use the rear audio
system.
This section describes some of the basic features of the Lexus
audio system. Some information may not pertain to your
system.
Your audio system adjusts to the optimum volume and tone
quality automatically. While the system is adjusting the audio
sound, the audio sound fades out and then fades in.
Your audio system works when the ignition switch is in the
“ACC” or “ON” position.
You can enjoy the rear seat entertainment system with
commercial headphone. See “Headphone input jacks” on
page 269 for details.
You can also enjoy the rear seat entertainment system with a
wireless headphone. The wireless headphone can be used
within rear seat. If the signal becomes weak, the headphone
will mute. For details, refer to the manufacturer’s instructions.
With some wireless headphone generally available in the
market, it may be difficult to catch sound properly. Lexus
recommends the use of Lexus genuine wireless headphone.
You can purchase a wireless headphone at a Lexus dealer.
CAUTION
 Do not operate a motor vehicle while using
headphones. Doing so may cause an accident,
resulting in death or serious injury.
 With DVD player:
Conversational speech on some DVDs is recorded at
a low volume to emphasize the impact of sound
effects. If you adjust the volume assuming that the
conversations represent the maximum volume level
that the DVD will play, you may be startled by louder
sound effects or when you change to a different
audio source. Be sure to adjust the volume with this
in mind.
Make sure the volume is not increased, before you
turn on the headphone.
NOTICE
To prevent the battery from being discharged, do not
leave t he audio system on longer than necessary when
the engine is not running.

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Replacing remote control battery
For replacement, use a CR2025 lithium battery or equivalent.
CAUTION
Special care should be taken that small children do not
swallow the removed battery or components.
NOTICE
When replacing the battery, be careful not to lose the
components.
 Replace only with the same or equivalent type of
battery recommended by a Lexus dealer.
 Dispose of used batteries according to the local laws.1. Pull the case out while pushing the lock release button to the
side.
2. Remove the discharged battery.
3. Put in a new battery with the positive (+) side up.
4. Put in the case securely.

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NOTICE
Make sure that the positive side of the remote control
battery is facing correctly.
 Do not replace the battery with wet hands. Water may
cause rust.
 Do not touch or move any components inside of the
remote control, or it may interfere with proper
operation.
 Be careful not to bend the electrode of the remote
control battery insertion and that dust or oil does not
adhere to the transmitter case.
 Close the battery case securely.
After replacing the battery, check that the remote control
operates properly. If the remote control still does not operate
properly, contact your Lexus dealer.
Headphone jacks
To use the jack, push the lid.
You can enjoy the rear seat audio system with commercial
headphone.
To use the headphones, connect them to the jack.
The key must be in the “ACC” or “ON” position.