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5-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
Front automatic air conditioning system .............. 384
Rear air conditioning system ..........................................394
Heated steering wheel/seat heaters/seat ve ntilators........ 397 5-2. Using the interior lights
Interior lights list ........................ 400• Personal/interior lights main switch .............................. 401
• Personal/interior lights....... 401
5-3. Using the storage features List of storage features ............403
• Glove box ............................... 404
• Console box........................... 404
• Coin holder ............................406
•Cup holders/bottle holders/door pockets ........406
• Auxiliary boxes .................... 408
Luggage compartment features ........................................ 410
5-4. Using the other interior features
Other interior features ..............417 • Cool box....................................417
• Sun visors ................................. 419
• Vanity mirror........................... 419
• Conversation mirror .......... 420
• Clock ........................................ 420
• Power outlets...........................421
• USB charging ports ............ 425
• Armrest .................................... 427
• Coat hooks ............................. 428
• Assist grips.............................. 428
Compass ....................................... 429
Garage door opener ............... 433
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Interior features
■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.
■Micro dust and pollen filter mode
Pollen is removed from the air and the air flows to the upper part of the body.
Touch on the option control screen.
When the micro dust and pollen filter mo de is on, is displayed on the air
conditioning control screen.
In order to prevent the windshield from fo gging up when the outside air is cold, the
dehumidification function may operate.
The pollens are filtered out even if the mi cro dust and pollen filter mode is turned
off.
■Windshield wiper de-icer (if equipped)
This feature is used to prevent ice fr om building up on the windshield and
wiper blades.
Touch on the option control screen.
When the windshield wiper de-icer is on , is displayed on the air condition-
ing control screen.
The windshield wiper de-icer will automati cally turn off after a period of time.
■The windshield wiper de-icer can be operat ed when (vehicles with windshield wiper
de-icer)
The engine switch is in IGNITION ON mode.
■When the windshield wiper de-icer is on (vehicles with windshield wiper de-icer)
The windshield wiper de-icer will automatically turn off after approximately 15 minutes.
WARNING
■When the windshield wiper de-icer is on (vehicles with windshield wiper de-icer)
Do not touch the glass at the lower part of th e windshield or the side of the front pillars
as the surfaces can become very hot and burn you.
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■Customization
Settings (e.g. A/C automatic mode sw itch operation) can be changed.
(Customizable features: P. 584)
WARNING
■To prevent the windshield from fogging up
●Do not use during cool air operation in extremely humid weather. The differ-
ence 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.
■To prevent burns
●Do not touch the rear view mirror surfaces when the outside rear view mirror defog-
gers are on.
●Do not touch the glass at lower part of the windshield or to the side of the front pillars
when the windshield wiper de-icer is on. (vehicles with windshield wiper de-icer)
NOTICE
■To prevent battery discharge
Do not leave the air conditioning system on longer than necessary when the engine is
off.
■When repairing/replacing parts of the air conditioning system
Have repair/replacement performed by your Lexus dealer. When a part of the air con-
ditioning system, such as the evaporator, is to be replaced, it must be replaced with a
new one.
●Do not place anything on the instrument
panel which may cover th e air outlets. Other-
wise, air flow may be obstructed, preventing
the windshield defoggers from defogging.
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Interior features
■Auxiliary box light (type B)
●The auxiliary box light turns on when the tail lights are on.
●The brightness of the auxiliary box light changes in conjunction with the instrument
cluster light. ( P. 91)
■Closing the auxiliary box lid
Slide the auxiliary box lid forward.
WARNING
■Caution while driving
Do not place cups, beverage cans or bottles in the box. They may be thrown out of the
box in the event of sudden bra king, sudden swerving or an accident, resulting in injury.
(type B and C)
■Items unsuitable for storing (type A)
●Do not store items heavier than 0.4 lb. (0.2 kg).
Doing so may cause the auxiliary box to open and the items inside may fall out, result-
ing in an accident.
●Do not put large items in the overhead console.
The overhead console may not be able to be shut from the conversation mirror state.
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Interior features
To set the visor in the forward posi-
tion, flip it down.
To set the visor in the side position,
flip down, unhook, and swing it to the
side.
To use the side extender, place the
visor in the side position, then slide it
backward.
Slide the cover to open.
The light turns on when the cover is
opened.
If the vanity lights remain on when the engine switch is turned off, the lights will go off
automatically after 20 minutes.
Sun visors
1
2
3
Vanity mirror
NOTICE
To prevent battery discharge, do not leave the vanity lights on for extended periods
when the engine is not running.
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The conversation mirror can provide the
driver and the front passenger with a
view of the rear seat area without the need to turn around.
Press in the button.
To use the overhead console when the conversation mirror is open, further extend the lid.
( P. 408)
Vehicles with navigation system
Refer to the “NAVIGATION SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.
Vehicles without navigation system
The clock can be adjusted by pressing the buttons.
Adjusts the hours
Adjusts the minutes
■The clock is displayed when
The engine switch is in IGNITION ON mode.
■When disconnecting and reconnecting battery terminals
The clock data will be reset.
Conversation mirror
Clock
1
2
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Compass
To turn the compass on or off, push and
hold the button for longer than 3 sec-
onds.
: If equipped
The compass on the inside rear view
mirror indicates the direction in which
the vehicle is heading.
Operation
Displays and directions
DisplayDirection
“N”North
“NE”Northeast
“E”East
“SE”Southeast
“S”South
“SW”Southwest
“W”West
“NW”Northwest
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■Conditions unfavorable
to correct operation
The compass may not show the correct di rection in the following conditions:
●The vehicle is stopped immediately after turning.
●The vehicle is on an inclined surface.
●The vehicle is in a place where the earth’s magnetic field is subject to interference by
artificial magnetic fields (underground car park/parking lot, under a steel tower,
between buildings, roof car park/parking lot, near an intersection, near a large vehicle,
etc.).
●The vehicle has become magnetized.
(There is a magnet or metal object near the inside rear view mirror.)
●The battery has been disconnected.
●A door is open.
WARNING
■While driving the vehicle
Do not adjust the display. Adjust the di splay only when the vehicle is stopped.
■When doing the circling calibration
Secure a wide space, and watch out for people and vehicles in the vicinity. Do not vio-
late any local traffic rules while performing circling calibration.
NOTICE
■To avoid compass malfunctions
Do not place magnets or any metal objects near the inside rear view mirror.
Doing this may cause the compass sensor to malfunction.
■To ensure normal operation of the compass
●Do not perform circling calibration of the compass in a place where the earth’s mag-
netic field is subject to interferen ce by artificial magnetic fields.
●During calibration, do not operate electric systems (moon roof, power windows, etc.)
as they may interfere with the calibration.