2016 LEXUS LX570 air conditioning

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LX570_OM_OM60N01U_(U)6-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
Air conditioning filter
Turn the engine switch IGNITION ON mode and switch to recirculated air
mode, then turn the engine switch off.
Open the glove box and remove the separate tray. (
P. 4 2 3 )
Remove the filter cover.
Remove the filter case.
The air conditioning filter must be cleaned or changed regularly to maintain
air conditioning efficiency.
Removal method
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LX570_OM_OM60N01U_(U)6-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
If the filter is dirty, clean by blowing
compressed air through the filter from
the downward side.
Hold the air gun 2 in. (5 cm) from the fil-
ter and blow for approximately 2 min-
utes at 72 psi (500 kPa, 5.0 kgf/cm
2 or
bar).
If it is not availa ble, have the filter
cleaned by your Lexus dealer.
Remove the air conditioning filter and
replace it with a new one.
The “ UP” marks shown on the filter
should be pointing up.
■Checking interval
Inspect, clean and replace the air conditio ning filter according to the maintenance
schedule. In dusty areas or areas with heavy traffic flow, more frequent cleaning or early
replacement may be required.
(For scheduled maintenance information, please refer to the “Owner’s Manual
Supplement” or “Scheduled Maintenance”.)
■If air flow from the vents decreases dramatically
The filter may be clogged. Check the filter and replace if necessary.
Cleaning method
Replacement method
NOTICE
■To prevent damage to the system
●When using the air conditioning system, make sure that a filter is always installed.
●When cleaning the filter, do not clean the filter with water.

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LX570_OM_OM60N01U_(U)7-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If your vehicle overheats
Stop the vehicle in a safe place and tu
rn off the air conditioning system, and
then stop the engine.
If you see steam:
Carefully lift the hood after the steam subsides.
If you do not see steam:
Carefully lift the hood.
After the engine has cooled down sufficiently, inspect the hoses and radiator
core (radiator) for any leaks.
Radiator
Cooling fans
If a large amount of coolant leaks,
immediately contact your Lexus
dealer.
The following may indicate that your vehicle is overheating.
●The needle of the engine coolant temperature gauge ( P. 8 8 ) e n t e r s t h e
red zone or a loss of engine power is experienced. (For example, the vehicle
speed does not increase.)
●Steam is coming from under the hood.
Correction procedures
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When trouble arises
The coolant level is satisfactory if it is between the “F” and “L” lines on the res-
ervoir. Reservoir
“F”
“L”
Radiator cap
Add coolant if necessary.
Water can be used in an emergency if
coolant is unavailable.
Start the engine and turn the air conditioning system on to check that the air
conditioning condenser cooling fans op erate and to check for coolant leaks
from the radiator or hoses.
The fans operate when the air conditioning system is turned on immediately after a
cold start. Confirm that the fans are oper ating by checking the fan sound and air flow.
If it is difficult to check th ese, turn the air conditioning system on and off repeatedly.
(The fans may not operate in freezing temperatures.)
If the fans are not operating:
Stop the engine immediately and contact your Lexus dealer.
If the fans are operating:
Have the vehicle inspected at the nearest Lexus dealer.
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LX570_OM_OM60N01U_(U)
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Vehicle specifications
■Intuitive parking assist (P. 2 8 9 )
■Automatic air conditioning system ( P. 4 0 1 )
Operation of the running
board lights when a door is
opened
OnOff——O
Sensitivity of the ambient
light sensor used for dim-
ming the meter lights etc.Standard-2 to 2——O
Sensitivity of the ambient
light sensor used for bright-
ening the meter lights etc.
Standard-2 to 2——O
FunctionDefault settingCustomized
setting123
FunctionDefault settingCustomized
setting
Detection distance of the
front center sensorFarNearO—O
Detection distance of the
rear center sensorFarNearO—O
Alert Volume (alert volume
can be adjusted)31 to 5O—O
Display setting (when intui-
tive parking assist is operat-
ing)All sensors dis- playedDisplay offO—O
123
FunctionDefault settingCustomized setting
Exhaust gas sensor sensitiv-
ityStandard-3 to 3O—O
A/C Auto switch operationAutoManualO—O
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■Drive mode customization (
P. 2 8 6 )
■Tu r n s i g n a l l e v e r ( P. 2 1 6 )
FunctionDefault settingCustomized
setting
Po w e r t r a i nNormalEcoO——Po w e r
ChassisNormalSportO——Comfort
Automatic air conditioning
systemNormalEcoO——
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FunctionDefault settingCustomized setting
The number of times the
turn signal lights flash auto-
matically when the turn sig-
nal lever is moved to the
first position during a lane
change
3
4
——O
5
6
7
Off
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Alphabetical index
A/C ....................................................401, 412Air conditioning filter......................... 501
Changing the rear seat settings ................................................ 406
Front automatic air conditioning system ....................... 401
Micro dust and pollen filter ...........407
Rear air conditioning system..........412
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System)....... 379 Function ..................................................379
Warning light .......................................524
Active head restraint............................ 140
Active Height Control Suspension........................................... 297
Active TRAC.......................................... 379
Air cleaner................................................. 471
Air conditioning filter ........................... 501
Air conditioning system .............401, 412 Air conditioning filter......................... 501
Changing the rear seat settings ................................................ 406
Front automatic air conditioning system ....................... 401
Micro dust and pollen filter ...........407
Rear air conditioning system..........412 Airbags ........................................................ 38
Airbag operating conditions .......... 46
Airbag precautions for your child............................................................ 41
Airbag warning light ........................ 524
Correct driving posture .................... 28
Curtain shield airbag operating conditions ....................... 46
Curtain shield airbag precautions .......................................... 44
Front passenger occupant classification system........................... 51
General airbag precautions ............. 41
Locations of airbags............................ 38
Modification and disposal of airbags............................................... 45
“RSCA OFF” switch ........................... 50
Side airbag operating conditions ............................................. 46
Side airbag precautions .................... 44
Side and curtain shield airbags operating conditions ...... 46
Side and curtain shield airbags precautions ......................... 44
SRS airbag instructions for Canadian owners ..........................603
SRS airbags ............................................. 38
Alarm ............................................................78 Alarm .......................................................... 78
Warning buzzer................................. 524
Anchor brackets.......................................63
Antenna Smart access system with push-button start .............................. 132
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Anti-lock brake system (ABS)...................................................... 379Function ..................................................379
Warning light .......................................524
Approach warning Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range ....................278
Armrest .................................................... 443
Assist grips .............................................. 445
Audio input
*
Audio system*
Automatic air conditioning system ............................................401, 412Air conditioning filter......................... 501
Front automatic air conditioning system ....................... 401
Rear air conditioning system..........412
Automatic door locking and unlocking systems................................ 119
Automatic headlight leveling system .................................................... 223
Automatic High Beam ....................... 224
Automatic light control system....... 222
Automatic transmission ...................... 210 2nd start mode....................................... 211
Downshift restriction warning buzzer ....................................................214
Driving mode select switch ......... 286
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P .................................. 549
S mode ......................................................213
AUX port
*
Auxiliary boxes .......................................427 Back door .................................................. 122
Back door handle................................ 124
Jam protection function.................... 126
Power back door ................................ 123
Wireless remote control................... 110
Back-up lights Replacing light bulbs ...................... 509
Wattage ................................................. 570
Battery ...................................................... 482 Battery checking ................................ 482
If the vehicle battery is discharged.........................................553
Preparing and checking before winter .................................... 384
Warning light ....................................... 524
Blind Spot Monitor (BSM) ............... 365
Bluetooth
®*
Bluetooth® audio*
Bluetooth® phone*
Bottle holders .........................................426
Brake Fluid ......................................................... 568
Parking brake ........................................ 217
Warning light ....................................... 524
Brake assist ..............................................379
Break-in tips ............................................. 175
Brightness control Instrument panel light control ........ 89
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) ............... 365 Blind Spot Monitor function......... 369
Rear Cross Traffic Alert function................................................ 375
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*: Refer to the “NAVIGATION SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.