2013 Lexus GS300h air conditioning

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Hybrid vehicle driving tips
Using Eco drive mode
When using Eco drive mode, the torque corresponding to the
accelerator pedal depression amount can be generated more
smoothly than it is in normal conditions. In addition, the opera-
tion of the air conditioning system (heating/cooling) will be min-
imized, improving the fuel economy. (P. 392)
Use of Hybrid System Indicator
The Eco-friendly driving is possible by keeping the indicate of
Hybrid System Indicator within Eco area. (P. 126)
When braking the vehicle
Make sure to operate the brakes gently and in good time. A
greater amount of electrical energy can be retained when slowing
down.
Delays
Repeated acceleration and deceleration, as well as long waits at
traffic lights, will lead to bad fuel consumption. Check traffic
reports before leaving and avoid delays as much as possible.
When encountering a delay, gently release the brake pedal to
allow the vehicle to move forward slightly while avoiding over-
use of the accelerator pedal. Doing so can help control excessive
gasoline consumption.
Highway driving
Control your speed and keep at a constant speed. Also, before
stopping at a toll booth or similar, allow plenty of time to release
For economical and ecological driving, pay attention to the follow-
ing points:

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the accelerator and gently apply the brakes. A greater amount of
electrical energy can be retained when slowing down.
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, fre-
quently driving short distances will cause the engine to repeat-
edly warm up, which can lead to poor fuel consumption.

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GS450h_300h_OM_OM30D53E_(EE)5-1. Remote Touch screen
Remote Touch ................... 442
Remote Touch screen ........ 444
Set up screen ..................... 452
Speech command system .. 470
5-2. Using the air conditioning
system and defogger
Front automatic
air conditioning system ... 478
Rear
air conditioning system ... 494
Rear window and outside
rear view mirror
defoggers......................... 499
Windshield wiper de-icer .. 5005-3. Using the audio system
Audio system type ............ 501
Using the radio.................. 526
Using the CD/DVD
player .............................. 534
Playing an audio CD and
MP3/WMA discs ............ 536
Playing DVD video .......... 542
CD/DVD player and DVD
video disc information .... 555
Listening to
Bluetooth
® audio ............ 565
Listening to
a USB memory ............... 577
Listening to an iPod .......... 588
Optimal use of
the audio/video system ... 599
Using the AUX port.......... 601
Using the rear seat
audio controls ................. 603
Using the steering wheel
audio switches ................ 608

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Remote Touch screen
By using the Remote Touch, you can control the audio system and
air conditioning system, and adjust the screen display etc.
Owners of models equipped with a navigation system should refer
to the “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.
Vehicles with a 12.3-inch display: Different information can be
displayed on the left and right of the screen. The 8-inch display
area on the left of the screen is called the “Main Display”, and the
area to the right is called the “Side Display”. For details, refer to
the “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.
“Menu” screen
Vehicles without navigation
system (8-inch display)Vehicles with navigation sys-
tem
(12.3-inch display)

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When using the microphone
It is unnecessary to speak directly into the microphone when giving a com-
mand.
Wait for the confirmation beep before speaking a command.
Speech commands may not be recognized if:
• Spoken too quickly.
• Spoken at a low or high volume.
• The roof or windows are open.
• Passengers are talking while speech commands are spoken.
• The air conditioning speed is set high.
• The air conditioning vents are turned towards the microphone.
In the following conditions, the system may not recognize the command
properly and using speech commands may not be possible:
• The command is incorrect or unclear. Note that certain words, accents or
speech patterns may be difficult for the system to recognize.
• There is excessive background noise, such as wind noise.
When searching for a track
A USB memory or iPod must be connected to enable track searching and
playback. (P. 579, 590)
When a USB memory or iPod is connected, recognition data is created so
tracks can be searched using speech commands.
Recognition data is updated under the following conditions:
• When the USB memory or iPod data has changed.
• When the voice recognition language is changed. (P. 456)
While the recognition data is being created or being updated, a track search
cannot be performed using a speech command.
When “Play music” is dimmed in the “Shortcuts” screen, it is not possible
to search for a track using a speech command. In this situation, reduce the
amount of music data in the USB memory or iPod and update the recogni-
tion data to enable searching by speech command.

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Front automatic air conditioning system
Air outlets and fan speed are automatically adjusted according to
the temperature setting.
Vehicles with a 12.3-inch display: The air conditioning system can
be displayed and operated on the “Side Display”. For details, refer
to the “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.
Press the “MENU” button on the Remote Touch, then select “Cli-
mate” to display the air conditioning operation screen.
The illustrations below are for left-hand drive vehicles.
The button positions and shapes will differ for right-hand drive
vehicles.
Also, the display and button positions will differ depending on the
type of the system.

4795-2. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
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Without rear air conditioning system

4805-2. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
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With rear air conditioning system