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5246-2. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
RX450h_RX450hL_U
■Using the automatic mode Press the “AUTO” button
Adjust the temperature setting.
To stop the operation, press the “OFF” button.
■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.
■Location of air outlets
The air outlets and air volume
changes according to the selected
air flow mode.
■Adjusting the position of and opening and closing the air outlets
Adjusting the position of and open-
ing and closing the air outlets
Direct air flow to the left or right,
up or down
Turn the knob fully to the back of
the vehicle to close the vent
Air conditioning controls
Air outlets
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NOTICE
■To prevent 12-volt battery discharge
Do not leave the air conditioning system on longer than necessary when the hybrid sys-
tem is off.
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5266-2. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
RX450h_RX450hL_U
Turns the heated steering wheel on/off
The indicator light comes on when the
heated steering wheel is operating.
■Operation condition
The heated steering wheel can be used when the power switch is in ON mode.
■Timer
The heated steering wheel will automati cally turn off after about 30 minutes.
When any switch is pressed, the system is set to automatic mode and the
“AUTO” indicator (green) lights up.
Each time the switch is pressed, the
operation condition changes as follows.
Hi (3 segments lit) Mid (2 segments
lit) Lo (1 segment lit) Off
The level indicator (amber) lights up
during operation.
■Operation condition
The front seat heaters can be used when the power switch is in ON mode.
■When the air conditioning system is operating in S-FLOW mode
If a passenger is not detected in the front pa ssenger seat, the seat heater of the front pas-
senger’s seat will be turned off if on. ( P. 514)
■Customization
Some functions can be customized. ( P. 736)
Heated steering wheel
Front seat heaters
Level
indicator
“AUTO”
indicator
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5276-2. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
RX450h_RX450hL_U
6
Interior features
Each time the switch is pressed, the
operation condition changes as follows.
Hi (3 segments lit) Mid (2 segments
lit) Lo (1 segment lit) Off
The level indicator (amber) lights up
during operation.
■Operation condition
The rear seat heaters can be used wh en the power switch is in ON mode.
When any switch is pressed, the system
is set to automatic mode and the
“AUTO” indicator (green) lights up.
Each time the switch is pressed, the
operation condition changes as follows.
Hi (3 segments lit) Mid (2 segments
lit) Lo (1 segment lit) Off
The level indicator (green) lights up
during operation.
■Operation condition
The seat ventilators can be used when the power switch is in ON mode.
■When the air conditioning system is operating in S-FLOW mode
If a passenger is not detected in the front pa ssenger seat, the seat heater of the front pas-
senger’s seat will be turned off if on. ( P. 514)
■Customization
Some functions can be customized. ( P. 736)
Rear seat heaters
Level indicator
Seat ventilators
Level
indicator
“AUTO”
indicator
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5296-3. Using the interior lights
6
Interior features
RX450h_RX450hL_U
The rear interior light turns on/off together with the front interior light.
Turns the lights on/off (touch the light)
Turns the door position on/off On
Off
Interior lights
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5306-3. Using the interior lights
RX450h_RX450hL_U
Front
Turns the lights on/off (touch the lights)
Rear
Turns the lights on/off
Personal lights
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5316-3. Using the interior lights
6
Interior features
RX450h_RX450hL_U
●Illuminated entry system: The lights automatically turn on/off according to power switch
mode, the presence of the electronic key, whether the doors are locked/unlocked, and
whether the doors are opened/closed.
●If the interior lights remain on when the power switch is turned off, the lights will go off
automatically after 20 minutes.
●In the following cases, the interior lights and front personal lights may not respond as
normal.
• When water, dirt, etc., have adhered to the lens surface
• When operated with a wet hand
• When wearing gloves, etc.
●Some functions can be customized ( P. 736)
NOTICE
●Never remove the lens for the front interior light and front personal lights. Otherwise,
the lights will be damaged. If the lens need to remove, contact your Lexus dealer.
●To prevent 12-volt battery discharge, do not leave the lights on longer than necessary
when the hybrid system is off.
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5346-4. Using the storage features
RX450h_RX450hL_U
Open (press the button)
Unlock with the mechanical key
Lock with the mechanical key
The glove box light turns on when the tail lights are on.
Push the knob.
Lift by hand to fully open the console
box.
●The console box light turns on when the tail lights are on.
Glove box
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Console box
●A pen can be stored in the pen holder on the
underside of the lid.
●Remove the tray to access a storage space
under the tray.
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5366-4. Using the storage features
RX450h_RX450hL_U
The depth of the front cup holder can be changed. To store a water bottle, push down the bottom
of the cup holder.
To return the bottom to its original position,
press the button.
WARNING
●Do not place anything other than cups, aluminum cans, or water bottles in the cup
holders. Other items may be thrown out of the holders in the event of an accident or
sudden braking, possibly causing injury. If possible, cover hot drinks to prevent burns.
●Rear cup holder: When not in use, keep the cup holders are closed. Injuries may
result in the event of an accident or sudden braking.
NOTICE
To prevent damage to the rear cup holder, stow the cup holder before stowing the arm-
rest.
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