2020 Lexus LC500h engine

2535-3. 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.255
■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.257
■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
is turned to IGNITION
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.
■When driving on dusty roads
Close all windows. If dust thrown up by the
vehicle is still drawn into the vehicle after
closing the windows, it is recommended
that the air intake mode be set to outside air
mode and the fan speed to any setting
except off.

2545-3. Using the air conditioning system
■Outside/recirculated air mode
●Setting to the recirculated air mode tem-
porarily is recommended in preventing
dirty air from entering the vehicle interior
and helping to cool the vehicle when the
outside air temperature is high.
●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 switch> to IGNITION ON mode mode> will recall that key’s registered air
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.255)
●Adjust the fan speed
●Turn off Eco drive mode ( P.216)
■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.320
■Customization
Settings (e.g. A/C Auto switch operation)
can be changed.
(Customizable features P.395)

2555-3. Using the air conditioning system
5
Interior features
■Main control screen
Using the touchpad of the Remote
Touch, select the button on the screen.
to can be adjusted by perform-
ing the following operations.
Flick operation: Move the pointer to
the desired item and flick the touchpad
up or down.
The item can be adjusted by one level.
Trace operation: After selecting the
desired item, trace the pad surface.
The item can be adjusted by the amount
that you trace.
Trace operation cannot be used while driv-
ing.
Sub menu
Selecting the sub menu item to switch the
main screen.
: Display the air conditioning control
screen
: Display the heated steering
wheel/seat heater/sea t ventilator control
screen (if equipped)
: Display the Lexus Climate Con-
cierge control screen
: Display the option control screen
Adjust the left-hand side tempera-
ture setting
Adjust the fan speed setting
Select the air flow mode
: Air flows to the upper body
: Air flows to the upper body and feet
: Air flows to the feet
: Air flows to the feet and the wind-
shield defogger operates
Adjust the right-hand side tem-
perature setting
Function on/off indicators
When the function is on, the indicator illu-
WARNING
■To prevent the windshield from fog-
ging up
Do not use the windshield defogger
switch during cool air operation in
extremely humid weather. The difference
between the temperature of the outside
air and that of the windshield can cause
the outer surface of the windshield to fog
up, blocking your vision.
■When the outside rear view mirror
defoggers are operating
Do not touch the outside rear view mir-
ror surfaces, as they can become very
hot and burn you.
NOTICE
■To prevent 12-volt battery discharge
Do not leave the air conditioning system
on longer than necessary when the
engine is off.
Air conditioning control screen
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2605-3. Using the air conditioning system
■Main display
Using the touchpad of the Remote
Touch, select the button on the screen.
to can be adjusted by perform-
ing the following operations.
Flick operation: Move the pointer to
the desired item and flick the touchpad
up or down.
The item can be adjusted by one level.
Trace operation: After selecting the
desired item, trace the pad surface.
The item can be adjusted by the amount
that you trace.
Trace operation cannot be used while driv-
ing.
Adjust the seat ventilator fan speed
level
The seat ventilator can be adjusted in 3 lev-
els.
When the seat ventilator is operated, the
fan speed level is displayed on the screen.
Adjust the seat heater temperature
level
The seat heater can be adjusted in 3 levels.
When the seat heater is operated, the tem-
perature level is disp layed on the screen.
Adjust the heated steering wheel
temperature level
The heated steering wheel can be adjusted
in 2 levels.
When the heated steering wheel is oper-
ated, the temperature le vel is displayed on
the screen.
Automatic mode on/off indicators
When the automatic mode is on, the indi-
cator illuminates on the screen.
Sub function menu
When the sub function button on the
Remote Touch is pressed, the following
functions can be set to automatic mode.
: Left-hand side seat heater/seat
ventilator
: Heated steering wheel
: Right-hand side seat heater/seat
ventilator
■Side display
NOTICE
■To prevent damage to the seat heat-
ers and seat ventilators
Do not put heavy objects that have an
uneven surface on the seat and do not
stick sharp objects (needles, nails, etc.)
into the seat.
■To prevent 12-volt battery discharge
Do not use the functions when the
engine is off.
Control screen
AC
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2615-3. Using the air conditioning system
5
Interior features
Display the air conditioning control
screen (P.255)
Adjust the seat heater temperature
level
Each time the switch is selected, the tem-
perature level and leve l indicator (orange)
change as follows:
AUTO  Hi  Mid  Lo  Off
Adjust the seat ventilator fan speed
level
Each time the switch is selected, the fan
speed level and leve l indicator (blue)
change as follows:
AUTO  Hi  Mid  Lo  Off
Adjust the heated steering wheel
temperature level
Each time the switch is selected, the tem-
perature level and le vel indicator change
as follows:
AUTO  Hi  Lo  Off
■The heated steering wheel, seat heaters
and seat ventilators wheel can be used
when
The engine switch is in
IGNITION ON mode .
■Air conditioning system-linked control
mode
When the seat ventilato r fan speed level is
Hi, the seat ventilator fan speed may
become higher according to the fan speed
of the air conditioning system.
■Customization
Steering wheel heating preference in auto-
matic mode and the automatic mode set-
tings for the seat heat ers and ventilators can
be changed. (Customizable features:
 P.395)
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WARNING
■To prevent overheating and minor
burn injuries
Observe the following precautions when
using the seat heaters.
●Do not cover the seat with a blanket or
cushion when using the seat heater.
●Do not use seat heater more than nec-
essary.

2625-4. Using the interior lights
5-4.Using the interior lights
Outside door handle lights
Personal lights ( P.263)
Seat lights
Shift lever light
Door trim ornament lights
Door courtesy lights
Footwell lights
■Personal lights automatic on/off
●Illuminated entry system: The lights auto-
matically turn on/off according to engine
switch mode, the pres-
ence of the electronic key, whether the
doors are locked/unlocked, and whether
the doors are opened/closed.
●If the personal lights remain on when the
engine switch is turned
off, the lights will go off automatically
after 20 minutes.
■When personal lights do not respond as
normal
●When water, dirt, etc., have adhered to
the lens surface
●When operated with a wet hand
●When wearing gloves, etc.
■Customization
Setting (e.g. the time elapsed before lights
turn off) can be changed.
(Customizable features: P.395)
Interior lights list
Location of the interior lights
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2635-4. Using the interior lights
5
Interior features
■Turning the door position on
Press the door-linked personal light
switch
The lights are turned on and off according
to whether the doors are opened/closed.
When the door position is on, the indicator
illuminates.
■Turning the lights on/off
Touch the light
When a door is opened while the door
position is on, the lights turn on.
NOTICE
■Removing light lenses
Never remove the lens for the personal
lights. Otherwise, th e lights will be dam-
aged.
■To prevent 12-volt battery discharge
Do not leave the lights on longer than
necessary when the engine tem> is off.
Operating the personal lights
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2685-6. Using the other interior features
5-6.Using the other interior features
1To set the visor in the forward posi-
tion, flip it down.
2 To set the visor in the side position,
flip down, unhook, and swing it to
the side.
Open the cover.
The light turns on when the cover is
opened.
The GPS clock’s time is automatically
adjusted by utilizing GPS time infor-
mation.
For details, refer to the “NAVIGATION
SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.
Please use as a power supply for elec-
tronic goods that use less than 12
VDC/10 A (power consumption of
120 W).
Open the lid.
■The power outlet can be used when
The engine switch is in
ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON mode
.
■LC500: When turning the engine
switch off
Disconnect electrical devices with charging
functions, such as mobile battery packs.
Other interior features
Sun visors
Vanity mirrors
NOTICE
■To prevent 12-volt battery discharge
Do not leave the lights on longer than
necessary when the engine tem> is off.
Clock
Power outlet