2007 LEXUS LX470 air conditioning

Interior features3
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3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger ........... 172
Automatic air conditioning system (without navigation
system).......................................... 172
Rear air conditioning controls........................................ 180
Rear window and outside rear view mirror defoggers........... 182
3-2. Using the audio system ......... 183 Audio system type (without navigation system) .................. 183
Using the radio ............................ 185
Using the cassette player........ 194
Using the CD player .................. 197
Optimal use of the audio system ......................................... 204
Using the steering switches ...................................... 206
Rear seat audio system .......... 209 3-3. Using the interior lights ........ 212
Interior lights list .......................... 212
3-4. Using the storage features ................................... 215
List of storage features ............ 215
3-5. Other interior features......... 221 Sun visors ....................................... 221
Vanity mirror ............................... 222
Clock.............................................. 223
Outside temperature display ......................................... 224
Ashtrays ........................................ 225
Cigarette lighter ........................ 227
Power outlet ................................ 228
Seat heaters ................................ 230
Coat hooks .................................. 232
Armrest ......................................... 233
Floor mats .................................... 234
Luggage compartment features....................................... 235
Garage door opener............... 237
Compass....................................... 242
Lexus Link System .................... 246

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Automatic air conditioning system (without navigation system)
Airflow and outlets are automatically selected according to the tempera-
ture setting.
Owners of models equipped with a navigation system should refer to the
“Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.
Temperature controlAutomatic mode
Off
Airflow display
Outside air or
recirculated mode Windshield defoggerAir conditioning
ON/OFF switch
Temperature display
Fan speed display
Air flow control
Fan speed control

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Using the automatic mode
Press .The air conditioning system will begin to operate. Air outlets
and fan speed are automatically selected according to the
temperature setting.
Press to switch to “AUTO” mode.
Automatically switches between outside air and recirculated
air modes.
Turn to adjust the desired temperature.
Adjusting the settings ■ Adjusting the temperature setting
Turn to adjust the desired temperature.
■ Adjusting the fan speed
Press  (increase) or  (decrease) on the .
Press to turn the fan off.
STEP1
STEP2
STEP3

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■Changing the air outlets
Press .
The air outlets switch each time the
button is pressed.
Air flows to the upper body.
Air flows to the upper body and
feet.
Air flows to the feet.
Air flows to the feet and the
windshield defogger operates.

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■Switching between outside air and recirculated air modes
Press .
The mode switches between (recycles air inside the vehicle),
(automatic mode) and (introduces air from outside the
vehicle) modes each time the button is pressed.
When the system is switched to automatic mode, the air conditioning
mode system operates automatically.
Defogging the windshield
Press .
The air conditioning system control
operates automatically.
Recirculated air mode will auto-
matically switch to outside air
mode.
Adjusting the sensitivity of the air intake control in automatic mode
Press and hold until the
“AUTO” indicator light flashes.
STEP1

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Turn to adjust the desired
sensitivity.
From -3 (low) to 3 (high) can be
set.
Adjusting the position of and opening and closing the air outlets
Center outlets Direct air flow to the left or right,
up or down
Turn the knob to open or close
the vent
Side outlets Direct air flow to the left or right
Direct air flow up or down
Turn the knob to open or close
the vent
STEP2

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Lower outlets
Direct airflow to the up or down.
When defogging the windshield, it
is recommended that you close the
lower vent.

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■Using the automatic mode
Fan speed is adjusted automatically in accordance with the temperature setting and
ambient conditions. As a result, the following may occur.
●The system may switch automatically to recirculated mode when the coolest
temperature setting is selected in summer.
●Immediately after the switch is pressed, the fan may stop for a while until warm
or cool air is ready to follow.
●Cool air may flow to the area around the upper body when the heater is on.
■Using the system in recirculated air mode
The window will fog up more easily if the recirculated air mode is used for an
extended period.
■Window defogger feature
Recirculated air mode may automatically switch to outside air mode in situations
where the windows need to be defogged.
■Outside temperature approaches 32°F (0°C).
The air conditioning system may not operate even when is pressed.
■When the indicator light on flashes
Press and turn off the air conditioning system before turning it on once
more. There may be a problem in the air conditioning system if the indicator light
continues to flash. Turn the air conditioning system off and have it inspected by your
Lexus dealer.
■Automatic mode for air intake control
In automatic mode, the system detects exhaust gas and other pollutants and auto-
matically switches between outside air and recirculated air modes.
When the air conditioning is OFF, and th e fan is operating, turning the “AUTO”
mode ON will activate the air conditioning system.