2016 LEXUS RC200T air filter

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RC350_RC300_RC200t_RC F_U (OM24671U)
6-4. Using the other interior features
Other interior features ............ 439 • Sun visors ................................ 439
• Vanity mirrors ........................ 439
• Clock ........................................ 440
• Power outlet ........................... 440
• Armrest......................................441
•Trunk storage extension ................................. 442
• Assist grips ............................. 443
• Coat hooks ............................. 443
Garage door opener ............... 444
Compass ......................................... 451
LEXUS Enform Safety Connect...................................... 455
LEXUS Enform Remote ......... 460
LEXUS Enform Service Connect........................................ 461
7-1. Maintenance and care Cleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior ................ 464
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle inte rior.................. 469
7-2. Maintenance Maintenance requirements ............................. 472
General maintenance...............475
Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M)
programs .....................................478 7-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Do-it-yourself service precautions.................................479
Hood ................................................ 481
Positioning a floor jack............. 482
Engine compartment ............... 485
Tires................................................... 501
Tire inflation pressure ................ 510
Wheels .............................................513
Air conditio ning filter .................515
Electronic key battery................ 517
Checking and replacing fuses................................................519
Light bulbs .................................... 522
8-1. Essential information Emergency flashers .................. 532
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an
emergency ................................ 533
7Maintenance and care
8When trouble arises

4236-1. Using the air conditioning system
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Interior features
RC350_RC300_RC200t_RC F_U (OM24671U)
■Option control screen
The functions can be switched on and off.Cooling and dehumidification
function
Adjusting the temperature for
driver and passenger seats sepa-
rately (“DUAL” mode) ( P. 4 2 3 )
Removing pollen from the air
(Micro dust and pollen filter)
( P. 4 2 4 )
Press , or select “AUTO” on the air conditioning control screen.
Press to switch to automatic air intake mode.
The air conditioning system automatically switches between outside air and recir-
culated air modes.
Adjust the temperature setting.
To stop the operation, press or select “OFF” on the air conditioning
control screen.
■Automatic mode indicator
If the fan speed setting or air flow modes are operated, the automatic mode
indicator goes off. However, automati c mode for functions other than that
operated is maintained.
■Adjusting the temperature for driver and passenger seats separately
(“DUAL” mode)
To turn on the “DUAL” mode, perform any of the following procedures:
●Press .
●Select “DUAL” on the option control screen.
●Adjust the passenger’s side temperature setting.
The indicator comes on when the “DUAL” mode is on.
While in “DUAL” mode, the temperature of the rear air outlets is set at the right-
hand side temperature setting.
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Using automatic mode
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4246-1. Using the air conditioning system
RC350_RC300_RC200t_RC F_U (OM24671U)
■Switching between outside air and recirculated air modes
Press .
The mode switches among (recirculated air mode), automatic and (outside air mode) modes each time the button is pressed.
When the system is switched to auto matic mode, the air conditioning system
operates automatically.
The indicator above the selected button comes on.
■Micro dust and pollen filter
Pollen is removed from the air and the air flows to the upper part of the body.
Select on the option control screen.
When the micro dust and pollen filter is on, is displayed on the air condition-
ing control screen.
In order to prevent the windshield from fo gging up when the outside air is cold, the
dehumidification function may operate.
Pollen is filtered even if the micro dust and pollen filter is turned off.
■Defogging the windshield
Defoggers are used to defog the windshield and side windows.
Press .
Set the outside/recirculated air mode button to outside air mode if the recirculated
air mode is used. (It may switch automatically.)
To defog the windshield and the side windows early, turn the air flow and tempera-
ture up.
To return to the previous mode, press
again when the windshield is
defogged.
■Defogging the rear window and outside rear view mirrors
Defoggers are used to defog the rear window, and to remove raindrops, dew
and frost from the outside rear view mirrors.
Press .
The defoggers will automatically turn off after a period of time.
Other functions

4276-1. Using the air conditioning system
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Interior features
RC350_RC300_RC200t_RC F_U (OM24671U)
■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 dehumidification function is off, and the fan is operating, turning automatic
mode on will activate the dehumidification function.
■Operation of the air conditioning system in Eco drive mode
In Eco drive mode, the air conditioning system is controlled as follows to prioritize fuel
efficiency:
●Engine speed and compressor operation controlled to restrict heating/cooling capac-
ity
●Fan speed restricted when automatic mode is selected
To improve air conditioning performance, perform the following operations:
●Adjust the fan speed
●Turn off Eco drive mode
■When the outside temperature falls to nearly 32 F (0 C)
The dehumidification function may not operate even when is pressed or “A/C” is
selected.
■Ventilation and air conditioning odors
●To let fresh air in, set the air conditio ning system to the outside air mode.
●During use, various odors from inside and outside the vehicle may enter into and accu-
mulate in the air conditioning system. This may then cause odor to be emitted from the
vents.
●To reduce potential odors from occurring:
• It is recommended that the air conditioning system be set to outside air mode prior to turning the vehicle off.
• The start timing of the blower may be dela yed for a short period of time immediately
after the air conditioning system is started in automatic mode.
■Air conditioning filter
 P. 5 1 5
■Customization
Settings (e.g. A/C Auto switch operation) can be changed.
(Customizable features P. 6 5 9 )

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Maintenance and care7
RC350_RC300_RC200t_RC F_U (OM24671U)
7-1. Maintenance and careCleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior................. 464
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior .................. 469
7-2. Maintenance Maintenance requirements..............................472
General maintena nce .............. 475
Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M)
programs .................................... 478
7-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Do-it-yourself service precautions ................................ 479
Hood ................................................ 481
Positioning a floor jack ............. 482
Engine compartment ...............485
Tires ................................................... 501
Tire inflation pressure ................ 510
Wheels ............................................ 513
Air conditioning filter ................ 515
Electronic key battery ................517
Checking and replacing fuses ............................................... 519
Light bulbs..................................... 522

4807-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
RC350_RC300_RC200t_RC F_U (OM24671U)
WA R N I N G
The engine compartment contains many mechanisms and fluids that may move suddenly,
become hot, or become electrically energized. To avoid death or serious injury, observe
the following precautions.
■When working on the engine compartment
●Keep hands, clothing and tools away from the moving fan and engine drive belt.
●Be careful not to touch the engine, radiator, exhaust manifold, etc. right after driving
as they may be hot. Oil and other fluids may also be hot.
●Do not leave anything that may burn easily, such as paper and rags, in the engine
compartment.
●Do not smoke, cause sparks or expose an open flame to fuel or the battery. Fuel and
battery fumes are flammable.
●Be extremely cautious when working on the battery. It contains poisonous and corro-
sive sulfuric acid.
■When working near the electric cooling fans or radiator grille
Be sure the engine switch is off.
With the engine switch in IGNITION ON mode, the electric cooling fans may auto-
matically start to run if the air conditioning is on and/or the coolant temperature is high.
(  P. 4 9 5 )
■Safety glasses
Wear safety glasses to prevent flying or fallin g material, fluid spray, etc. from getting in
your eyes.
NOTICE
■If you remove the air cleaner filter
Driving with the air cleaner filter removed may cause excessive engine wear due to dirt
in the air.

5157-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
RC350_RC300_RC200t_RC F_U (OM24671U)
Turn the engine switch off.
Open the glove box. Lift up the side
with the stay, disconnect the stay
tabs and remove the partition by
pulling horizontally.
Press the tabs and remove the filter
cover.
Press the tabs and remove the filter
case.
Air conditioning filter
The air conditioning filter must be changed regularly to maintain air condi-
tioning efficiency.
Removal method
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5167-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
RC350_RC300_RC200t_RC F_U (OM24671U)
Remove the air conditioning filter
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.
■Checking interval
Inspect and replace the air conditioning filt er according to the maintenance schedule. In
dusty areas or areas with heavy traffic flow, early replacement may be required. (For
scheduled maintenance informat ion, 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.
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NOTICE
■When using the air conditioning system
Make sure that a filter is always installed.
Using the air conditioning system without a filter may cause damage to the system.