2016 LEXUS IS250 air filter

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3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
Automatic air conditioning system
Using the automatic mode
Press .
The air conditioning system will begin to operate. Air outlets and fan
speed are automatically adjusted according to the temperature setting.
Press to switch to automatic mode. (IS350 only)
Automatically switches between outside air and recirculated air modes.
Air outlets and fan speed are automatically adjusted according to the tem-
perature setting.
With navigation system
Owners of models equipped with a navigation system should refer to the
“Navigation System Owner's Manual”.
Without navigation system
Automatic mode
Driver’s side temperature
setting display
Changes the air outlets used
Off
Fan speedAirflow display
Fan speed display
Passenger’s side
temperature setting display
Micro dust and
pollen filter
Driver's side
temperature control
Air conditioning on/off switchOutside air or recirculated mode
Windshield defogger
Passenger’s side
temperature control
Dual operation switch
STEP1
STEP2

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Micro dust and pollen filter
Press .
Outside air mode switches to
(recirculated air) mode. Pol-
len is removed from the air and the
air flows to the upper part of the
body.
Usually the system will turn off
automatically after approximately
3 minutes.
To stop the operation, press
again.
Adjusting the sensitivity of the air intake control in automatic mode (IS350 only)
Press for 2 or more sec-
onds.
STEP1

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Interior features
nAutomatic mode for air intake control (IS350 only)
In automatic mode, the system detects exhaust gas and other pollutants and auto-
matically switches between outside air and recirculated air modes.
nMicro dust and pollen filter
lIn order to prevent the window from fogging up when the outside air is cold, the
following may occur.

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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
CAUTION
nWhen working near the electric cooling fan or radiator grille
Be sure the “ENGINE START STOP” switch is OFF.
With the “ENGINE START STOP” switch in IGNITION ON mode, the electric
cooling fan may automatically start to run if the air conditioning is on and/or the
coolant temperature is high. (→P. 3 1 9 )
nSafety glasses
Wear safety glasses to prevent flying or falling material, fluid spray, etc. from getting
in the eyes.
NOTICE
nIf you remove the air cleaner
Driving with the air filter removed may cause excessive engine wear due to dirt in
the air. Also a backfire could cause a fire in the engine compartment.

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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Air conditioning filter
The air conditioning filter must be cleaned or changed regularly to main-
tain air conditioning efficiency.
nRemoval method
Set the air conditioning system to recirculated mode.
The air conditioning filter case cannot be removed with the system in
the outside air mode.
Turn the “ENGINE START STOP” switch OFF.
Open the glove box. Lift and
remove the partition.
Remove the filter cover.
Remove the filter case.
STEP1
STEP2
STEP3
STEP4
STEP5

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4

Maintenance and care
nChecking interval
Inspect and replace the air conditioning filter according to the maintenance sched-
ule. In dusty areas or areas with heavy traffic flow, early replacement may be
required. (For scheduled maintenance information, please refer to the “Owner's
Manual Supplement/Scheduled Maintenance”.)
nIf air flow from the vents decreases dramatically
The filter may be clogged. Check the filter and replace if necessary.
nCleaning method
If the filter is dirty, clean by blow-
ing compressed air through the
filter from the downward side.
Hold the air gun 2 in. (5 cm)
from the filter and blow for
approximately 2 minutes at
72 psi (500 kPa, 5.0 kgf/cm2
or bar).
If it is not available, have the
filter cleaned by your Lexus
dealer.
nReplacement method
Remove the air conditioning fil-
ter from the filter case and
replace it with a new one.
The “↑UP” marks shown on the
filter and the filter case should
be pointing up.

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NOTICE
nTo prevent damage to the system
lWhen using the air conditioning system, make sure that a filter is always installed.
lWhen cleaning the filter, do not clean the filter with water.

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Alphabetical index
Alphabetical index
A/C............................................................. 210
ABS.............................................................. 186
AFS .............................................................. 157
Adaptive front lighting system ......... 157
Air conditioning filter .......................... 342
Air conditioning system
Air conditioning filter ....................... 342
Automatic air conditioning
system ....................................................210
Airbags
Airbag operating conditions........... 86
Airbag precautions for your
child.......................................................... 90
Airbag warning light ........................384
Curtain shield airbag operating
conditions.............................................. 87
Curtain shield airbag
precautions .......................................... 90
Front passenger occupant
classification system......................... 95
General airbag precautions ........... 90
Locations of airbags............................ 84
Modification and disposal of
airbags .................................................... 94
Proper driving posture ............. 82, 90
Side airbag operating
conditions.............................................. 87
Side airbag precautions .................... 90
SRS airbags ............................................. 84
Alarm ............................................................ 79
Antenna .................................................... 226
Anti-lock brake system ....................... 186
Armrest ..................................................... 272
Ashtrays .................................................... 263
Audio input .............................................. 244
Audio system
Antenna...................................................226
Audio input ............................................244
AUX adapter .......................................244
CD player/changer ..........................229
MP3/WMA disc............................... 235
Optimal use ........................................... 241
Portable music player ......................244
Radio ........................................................ 222
Steering wheel audio switch........ 245
Automatic air conditioning
system ..................................................... 210
Automatic headlight leveling
system ..................................................... 158
Automatic light control system.........156
Automatic transmission
Automatic transmission ..................... 131
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from P..................................... 415
S mode ..................................................... 134
AUX adapter ......................................... 244
Back-up lights
Wattage ................................................. 445
Battery
Checking................................................. 321
If the vehicle has discharged
battery ................................................... 421
Preparing and checking
before winter.................................... 200
Bottle holders......................................... 256
Brake
Fluid ............................................................ 319
Parking brake........................................ 140
Brake assist .............................................. 186
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