2011 Lexus CT200h air conditioning

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1-1. Hybrid system
CT200h_EE (OM76041E)
Air conditioning
Use the air conditioning only when necessary. Doing so can help
control excessive gasoline consumption.
In summer: In high temperatures, use the recirculated air mode.
Doing so will help to reduce the burden on the air conditioner and
reduce fuel consumption as well.
In winter: Because the gasoline engine will not automatically cut
out until the gasoline engine and the interior of the vehicle are
warm, it will consume fuel. Also, fuel consumption can be
improved by avoiding overuse of the heater.
Checking tire inflation pressure
Make sure to check the tire inflation pressure frequently. Improper
tire inflation pressure can cause poor fuel consumption.
Also, as snow tires can cause large amounts of friction, their use on
dry roads can lead to poor fuel consumption. Use a tire that is
appropriate for the season.
Luggage
Carrying heavy luggage can lead to poor fuel consumption. Avoid
carrying unnecessary luggage. Installing a large roof rack can also
cause poor fuel consumption.
Warming up before driving
Since the gasoline engine starts up and cuts out automatically when
cold, warming up the engine is unnecessary. Moreover, frequently
driving short distances will cause the engine to repeatedly warm up,
which can lead to poor fuel consumption.

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2-1. Driving procedures
CT200h_EE (OM76041E)
Operation of the air conditioning system in Eco drive mode (without navi-
gation system)
Eco drive mode controls the heating/ cooling operations and fan speed of
the air conditioning system to enhance fuel efficiency. (P. 320) To
improve air conditioning performance, adjust the fan speed or turn off Eco
drive mode.
Operation of the air conditioning system in Eco drive mode (with navigation
system)
Eco drive mode controls the heating/cooling operations and fan speed of the
air conditioning system to enhance fuel efficiency. To improve air condi-
tioning performance, adjust the fan speed or turn off Eco drive mode. (Refer
to the “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.)
For the shift positions
When the “POWER” switch is off, the shift position cannot be changed.
When the “POWER” switch is in ON mode (the hybrid system is not
operating), the shift position can only be changed to N. The shift position
will be changed to N even if the shift lever is shifted to D or R and held
in that position.
When the “READY” indicator is on, the shift position can be changed
from P to D, N or R.
When the “READY” indicator is flashing, the shift position cannot be
changed from P to another position even if the shift lever is operated.
Wait until the “READY” indicator changes from a flashing to a solid
light, and then operate the shift lever again.
The shift position can only be changed to B directly from D.

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CT200h_EE (OM76041E)
3-1. Using the air conditioning sys-
tem and defogger
Automatic air conditioning
system ............................ 312
Rear window and outside
rear view mirror defogger
switch............................. 323
Windshield wiper de-icer . 324
3-2. Using the audio system
Audio system types.......... 325
Using the radio................. 329
Using the CD player ........ 335
Playing MP3 and WMA
discs ............................... 344
Operating an iPod ............ 353
Operating a USB
memory .......................... 364
Optimal use of the audio
system ............................ 373
Using the AUX port......... 376
Using the steering wheel
audio switches ............... 377

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CT200h_EE (OM76041E)
3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
Automatic air conditioning system
Air outlets and fan speed are automatically adjusted according to the
temperature setting.
Vehicles with a navigation system
Refer to the “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.
Vehicles without a navigation system
The illustration below is for left-hand drive vehicles.
The button positions and shapes may differ slightly for right-
hand drive vehicles.
Automatic mode but-
“OFF” but-
Fan speed control but-
Air outlet selector buttonOutside/recirculated air mode but-Cooling and dehumidifica-
tion Dual mode but- Driver’s side temperature control buttons
Fan speed dis- Driver’s side tempera-
ture
Windshield
defogger but-Passenger’s side temperature control but-
Air outlet dis-Passenger’s side tempera-
ture
Pollen removal
mode button

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3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
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Interior features
CT200h_EE (OM76041E)
Using automatic air conditioning system
Press .
The air conditioning system begins to operate. Air outlets
and fan speed are automatically adjusted according to the
temperature setting.
Press to increase the temperature and to
decrease the temperature.
When is pressed (the indicator on is on) or the pas-
senger’s side temperature control button is pressed, the tempera-
ture for the driver and passenger seats can be adjusted separately.
STEP1
STEP2

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3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
CT200h_EE (OM76041E)
Adjusting the settings manually
Basic setting
To turn on the air conditioning system and adjust the fan
speed, press to increase the fan speed and
to decrease the fan speed.
Press to turn the fan off.
To adjust the temperature setting, press to increase
the temperature and to decrease the temperature.
When is pressed (the indicator on is on) or the pas-
senger’s side temperature control button is pressed, the tempera-
ture for the driver and passenger seats can be adjusted separately.
STEP1
STEP2

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3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
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Interior features
CT200h_EE (OM76041E)To change the air outlets, press .
The air outlets used are switched each time the button is pressed.
The air flow shown on the display indicates the following:
Air flows to the upper body.
Air flows to the upper body and
feet.
STEP3

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3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
CT200h_EE (OM76041E)Air flows to the feet.
Air flows to the feet and the
windshield defogger operates.
Switching between outside air and recirculated air modes
Press .
The mode switches between (recirculated air mode) and
(outside air mode) modes each time the button is pressed.