
2445-1. Remote Touch
*1: Refer to the “NAVIGATION SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.
*2: This function is not made available on some models.
■Split-screen display
Different information can be displayed on  the left and right of the screen. For 
example, air conditioning system screen  can be displayed and operated while the 
fuel consumption information screen is be ing displayed. The large screen on the 
left of the display is called the main display, and the small screen to the right is 
called the side display.
■Main display
For details about the functions and 
operation of the main display, refer to 
the respective section and “NAVIGA-
TION SYSTEM OWNER’S MAN-
UAL”.■Side display
The following functions can be dis-
played and operated on the side dis-
play.
Select   or   to display the desired 
screen.
When an Apple CarPlay con-
nection is established and this 
button displays “Apple Car-
Play”, select to display the home 
screen of Apple CarPlay.
*1, 2
Select to display the information 
screen.
*1 (  P.96, 98)
Select to disp lay the “Setup” 
screen.
*1
Select to display the air condi-
tioning control screen. ( P.251)
SwitchFunction 

2495-3. Using the air conditioning system
5
Interior features
■Setting the fan speed
Operate the fan speed control switch 
upwards to increase the fan speed and 
downwards to decrease the fan speed.
Press the off switch to turn the fan off.
■Changing the air flow mode
 P.251
■Switching between outside air and 
recirculated air modes
Operate the outside/recirculated air 
mode switch upwards or downwards.
The mode changes as follows each 
time the switch is operated.
automatic mode   (outside air 
mode)    (recirculated air 
mode)   automatic mode
When the system is switched to automatic 
mode, the air conditioning system operates 
automatically.
■Defogging the windshield
Defoggers are used to defog the wind-
shield and front side windows.
Press the windshield defogger switch.
Set the outside/reci rculated air mode 
switch to outside air mode if the recircu-
lated air mode is used. (It may switch auto-
matically.)
To defog the windshield and the side win-
dows early, turn the air flow and tempera-
ture up.
To return to the previous mode, press the 
windshield defogger switch 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 rear window and outside rear 
view mirror defoggers switch.
The defoggers will automatically turn off 
after 15 to 60 minutes. The operation time 
changes according to the ambient tem-
perature and vehicle speed.
■Windshield wiper de-icer (if 
equipped)
 P.253
■When the outside temperature exceeds 
75°F (24°C) and the air conditioning 
system is on
●In order to reduce the air conditioning 
power consumption, the air conditioning 
system may switch to recirculated air 
mode automatically. This may also 
reduce fuel consumption.
●Recirculated air mode is selected as a 
default mode when the engine switch 
ON mode 
●It is possible to switch to outside air mode 
at any time by pressing the outside/recir-
culated air mode switch.
■Fogging up of the windows
The windows will easily fog up when the 
humidity in the vehicle is high. Turning “A/C” 
on will dehumidify the air from the outlets 
and defog the windshield effectively.
●If you turn “A/C” off, the windows may fog 
up more easily.
●The windows may fog up if the recircu-
lated air mode is used.
■Outside/recirculated air mode
●When driving on dusty roads such as tun-
nels or in heavy traffic, set the out-
side/recirculated air mode switch to the 
recirculated air mode. This is effective in 
preventing outside air from entering the 
vehicle interior. During cooling opera-
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2505-3. Using the air conditioning system
also cool the vehicle interior effectively.
●Outside/recirculated air mode may auto-
matically switch de pending on the tem-
perature setting or the inside 
temperature.
■Registering air condit ioning settings to 
electronic keys
●Unlocking the vehicle using an electronic 
key and turning the engine switch 
conditioning settings.
●When the engine switch 
is turned off, the current air conditioning 
settings will automatically be registered 
to the electronic key that was used to 
unlock the vehicle.
●The system may not operate correctly if 
more than one electr onic key is in the 
vicinity or if the smart access system with 
push-button start is used to unlock the 
passenger door.
●The doors that can recall the air condi-
tioning setting* when unlocked using the 
smart access system with push-button 
start can be changed. For details, contact 
your Lexus dealer.
*: The doors that can recall the driving posi-
tion memory are changed at the same 
time.
■Operation of the air conditioning sys-
tem in Eco drive mode
In Eco drive mode, the air conditioning sys-
tem is controlled as follows to prioritize fuel 
efficiency:
●Engine speed and compressor operation 
controlled to restri ct heating/cooling 
capacity
●Fan speed restricted when automatic 
mode is selected
To improve air condit ioning performance, 
perform the following operations:
●Turn off eco air conditioning mode 
(  P.251)
●Adjust the fan speed
●Turn off Eco drive mode ( P.213)
■When the outside temperature falls to 
nearly 32°F (0°C)
The dehumidification function may not 
operate even when “A/C” is selected.
■Ventilation and air conditioning odors
●To let fresh air in, set the air conditioning 
system to the outside air mode.
●During use, various odors from inside and 
outside the vehicle may enter into and 
accumulate in the air conditioning sys-
tem. This may then cause odor to be 
emitted from the vents.
●To reduce potential odors from occur-
ring:
• It is recommended that the air condition-
ing system be set to outside air mode 
prior to turning the vehicle off.
• The start timing of the blower may be 
delayed for a short pe riod of time imme-
diately after the air conditioning system is 
started in automatic mode or with the 
micro dust and pollen filter on.
●When parking, the system automatically 
switches to fresh air intake mode to 
encourage better air circulation through-
out the vehicle, helping to reduce odors 
that occur when starting the vehicle.
■Using the voice command system
Air conditioning system can be operated 
using voice commands. For details, refer to 
the “NAVIGATION SYSTEM OWNER’S 
MANUAL”.
■Air conditioning filter
 P.316
■Customization
Settings (e.g. A/C Auto  switch operation) 
can be changed. 
(Customizable features  P.391) 

2525-3. Using the air conditioning system
minates on the control screen.
Sub function menu
When the sub function button on the 
Remote Touch is pressed, the following 
functions can be switched on and off.
: Set Lexus Climate Concierge 
(  P.246)
“AUTO”: Set automatic mode on/off 
(  P.253)
“Off”: Turn the fan off
“A/C”: Set cooling and dehumidification 
function
“DUAL”: Adjust the temperature for driver 
and passenger seats separately (“DUAL” 
mode) ( P.254)
: Set eco air conditioning mode
■Option control screen
Select   on the sub menu to display 
the option control screen.
The functions can be  switched on and off.
When the function is on, the indicator illu-
minates on the screen.
Set Lexus Climate Concierge 
( P.246)
Adjusting the temperature for 
driver and passenger seats sepa-
rately (“DUAL” mode) ( P.254)
Set eco air conditioning mode
Air conditioning and heater output is lim-
ited to prioritize fuel economy.
Cooling and dehumidification func-
tion
Prevent ice from building up on the 
windshield and wiper blades 
(Windshield wiper de-icer) (if 
equipped)
Removing pollen from the air 
(Micro dust and pollen filter)
■Side display
Display the heated steering 
wheel/seat heaters/seat ventilators 
control screen (if equipped) 
( P.256)
Adjust the left-hand side tempera-
ture setting
Adjust the fan speed setting
Adjust the right-hand side tem-
perature setting
Set cooling and dehumidification 
function on/off
Adjust the temperature for the 
driver’s and front passenger’s seats 
separately (“DUAL” mode) 
( P.254)
Select the air flow mode
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2746-1. Maintenance and care
6-1.Maintenance and care
Working from top to bottom, liber-
ally apply water to the vehicle body, 
wheel wells and underside of the 
vehicle to remove any dirt and dust.
 Wash the vehicle body using a 
sponge or soft cloth, such as a 
chamois.
 For hard-to-remove marks, use car 
wash soap and rinse thoroughly with 
water.
 Wipe away any water.
 Wax the vehicle when the water-
proof coating deteriorates.
If water does not bead on a clean surface, 
apply wax when the vehicle body is cool.
■CFRP (Carbon Fiber  Reinforced Plas-
tic) part (if equipped)
●As the CFRP parts ma y change color if 
they are exposed to ultraviolet rays for 
extended periods of time, Lexus recom-
mends that your vehicle be stored in a 
place where it will not be exposed to 
direct sunlight.
●Do not use wax that contains abrasives.
●Do not use automatic car washes as they 
may scratch the CFRP parts and damage 
the paint.
■Self-restoring coat*
The vehicle body has a self-restoring coat-
ing that is resistant to small surface  scratches caused in
 a car wash etc.
●The coating lasts for 5 to 8 years from 
when the vehicle is delivered from the 
plant.
●The restoration time differs depending on 
the depth of the scratch and outside tem-
perature.
The restoration time may become 
shorter when the coating is warmed by 
applying warm water.
●Deep scratches caused by keys, coins, 
etc. cannot be restored.
●Do not use wax that contain abrasives.*: CFRP parts (if equipp ed) do not have a 
self-restoring coat.
■Cleaning the areas with metal accents
Do not use baking soda (sodium bicarbon-
ate) and wax that contains abrasives.
■Automatic car washes (vehicles without 
CFRP parts)
●Fold the mirrors befo re washing the vehi-
cle. Start washing from the front of the 
vehicle. Make sure to extend the mirrors 
before driving.
●Wash the vehicle with the active rear 
wing retracted. If the vehicle is washed 
with the active rear wing raised, depend-
ing on the type of automatic car wash, the 
brushes of the automatic car wash may 
become stuck on the active rear wing. In 
this case, the active rear wing may not be 
washed very well or may even be 
scratched or damaged.
●Brushes used in automatic car washes 
may scratch the vehicle body and dam-
age the paint.
■High pressure car washes
●Do not allow the nozzles of the car wash 
to come within close proximity of the win-
dows.
●Before using the car wash, check that the 
fuel filler door on your vehicle is closed 
properly.
■Notes for the smart access system with 
push-button start
If the door handle  becomes wet while the 
electronic key is within the effective range, 
Cleaning and protecting the 
vehicle exterior
Perform cleaning in a manner 
appropriate to each component 
and its material.
Cleaning instructions 

2806-1. Maintenance and care
3Remove dust using a vacuum 
cleaner etc. to clean the filter.
Also, remove dust on the grille as well as on 
the filter using a vacuum cleaner.
4Install the filter in its original posi-
tion, and then install the grille.
5 Start the hybrid system and check 
that the warning message on the 
multi-information display disap-
pears.
It may take several minutes before the 
warning message disappears.
■Scheduled maintenance of the air 
intake filters is  necessary when
In some situations such as when the vehicle 
is used frequently or in  heavy traffic or dusty 
areas, the air intake filters may need to be 
cleaned more regularly.
For details, refer to  “Owner’s Manual Sup-
plement” or “Scheduled Maintenance”.
■Air intake vents maintenance
●If the vehicle is driven with the air intake 
vents clogged, charging / discharging of 
the hybrid battery (traction battery) may 
become limited and the fuel consumption 
may increase.
●Depending on the conditions under 
which the vehicle is used, the air intake 
vents may need to be cleaned more reg-
ularly.
■Cleaning the air intake vents
●Dust in the air intake  vents may interfere 
with the cooling of the hybrid battery 
(traction battery). If  charging/discharging  of the hybrid battery (traction battery) 
becomes limited, the distance that the 
vehicle can be driven using the electric 
motor (traction moto
r) may be reduced 
and the fuel economy may be reduced.
Inspect and clean the air intake vents 
periodically.
●Improper handling may result in damage 
to the air intake vent covers or filters. If 
you have any concerns about cleaning 
the filters, contact your Lexus dealer.
●The necessary cleaning interval of the air 
intake vents will diff er according to the 
vehicle usage environment.
■If “Maintenance required for Traction 
battery cooling parts See owner’s man-
ual” is displayed on the multi-informa-
tion display
●If this warning message is displayed on 
the multi-information display, remove the 
air intake vent covers and clean the filters. 
(  P.279)
●After cleaning the air intake vents, start 
the hybrid system and check that the 
warning message is no longer displayed.
After the hybrid system  is started, it may 
be necessary to drive the vehicle up to 
approximately 20 minutes before the 
warning message disapp ears. If the warn-
ing message does not disappear after 
driving for appropri ately 20 minutes, 
have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus 
dealer.
WARNING
■When cleaning the hybrid battery 
(traction battery) ai r intake vents/fil-
ters
●Do not use water or other liquids to 
clean the air intake vents/filters. If 
water is applied to  the hybrid battery 
(traction battery) or other compo-
nents, a malfunction or fire may occur.
●When the air intake vent covers (under 
the both sides of the rear seat) are to 
be removed, make sure to turn the 
power switch off to stop the hybrid sys-
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2836-2. Maintenance
6
Maintenance and care
6-2.Maintenance
■Repair and replacement
It is recommended that genuine Lexus parts 
be used for repairs to ensure performance 
of each system. If non-Lexus parts are used 
in replacement or if a repair shop other than 
a Lexus dealer perfor ms repairs, confirm 
the warranty coverage.
■Allow inspection and repairs to be per-
formed by a Lexus dealer
●Lexus technicians are well-trained spe-
cialists and are kept up to date with the 
latest service information. They are well 
informed about the operations of all sys-
tems on your vehicle.
●Keep a copy of the repa ir order. It proves 
that the maintenance that has been per-
formed is under warra nty coverage. If any 
problem should arise while your vehicle is 
under warranty, your Lexus dealer will 
promptly take care of it.
General maintenance should be per-
formed on a daily basis. This can be 
done by yourself or by a Lexus dealer.
Scheduled maintenance should be 
performed at specified intervals 
according to the maintenance sched-
ule.
For details about ma intenance items and 
schedules, refer to  the “Warranty and Ser-
vice Guide”, “Owner’s Manual Supple-
ment” or “Scheduled Maintenance”.
■Resetting the message indicating main-
tenance is required
After the required maintenance is per-
formed according to the maintenance 
schedule, please  reset the message.
To reset the message, follow the procedure 
described below:
1 Press   or   of the meter control 
switches and select  .
2 Press   or   of the meter control 
switches and select  “Vehicle Settings”. 
Then press “OK”.
Maintenance requirements
To ensure safe and economical driv-
ing, day-to-day care and regular 
maintenance are essential. It is the 
owner’s responsibility to perform 
regular checks. Lexus recommends 
the following maintenance:
WARNING
■If your vehicle is not properly main-
tained
Improper maintenanc e could result in 
serious damage to the vehicle and possi-
ble death or serious injury.
■Handling of the 12-volt battery
●Engine exhaust, some of its constitu-
ents, and a wide variety of automobile 
components contain or emit chemicals 
known to the State of California to 
cause cancer and birth defects and 
other reproductive harm. Work in a 
well ventilated area.
●Oils, fuels and fluids contained in vehi-
cles as well as waste produced by 
component wear contain or emit 
chemicals known to the State of Cali-
fornia to cause cancer and birth 
defects or other re productive harm. 
Avoid exposure and wash any affected 
area immediately.
●12-volt battery post s, terminals and 
related accessories contain lead and 
lead compounds which are known to 
cause brain damage. Wash your hands 
after handling. ( P.299)
General maintenance
Scheduled maintenance 

2876-2. Maintenance
6
Maintenance and care
The OBD system determines that a 
problem exists somewhere in the emis-
sion control system. Your vehicle may 
not pass the I/M test and may need to 
be repaired. Contact your Lexus 
dealer to service the vehicle.
When the 12-volt battery is discon-
nected or discharged
Readiness codes that are set during 
ordinary driving are erased. 
Also, depending on your driving 
habits, the readiness codes may not 
be completely set.
 When the fuel tank cap is loose
The malfunction indicator lamp 
comes on indicating a temporary 
malfunction and your vehicle may 
not pass the I/M test. The error code in the OBD system will 
not be cleared unless the vehicle is 
driven 40 or more times.
Contact your Lexus dealer to prepare 
the vehicle for re-testing.
Emission inspection and 
maintenance (I/M) pro-
grams
Some states have vehicle emission 
inspection programs which include 
OBD (On Board Diagnostics) 
checks. The OBD system monitors 
the operation of the emission con-
trol system.
If the malfunction indicator lamp 
comes on
Your vehicle may not pass the 
I/M test in the following situa-
tions:
When the malfunction indicator 
lamp still remains on after sev-
eral driving trips
If your vehicle does not pass the 
I/M test