2022 LEXUS ES300h air condition

2675-1. Remote Touch/Display
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Interior features
example, audio control screen can be displayed and operated while the fuel con-
sumption information screen is being 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.
QMain display
For details about the functions and
operation of the main display, refer to
the respective section and “NAVIGA-
TION AND MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM
OWNER’S MANUAL”.
QSide display (12.3-inch display
model)
The following functions can be dis-
played and operated on the side dis-
play.
Select or to display the desired
screen. Navigation system
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Audio*
Vehicle information (
P.98)
Air conditioning system ( P.274)
Show/hide the side display
*: Refer to the “NAVIGATION AND MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM OWNER’S
MANUAL”.
QScreen display during low temperatures
When the ambient temperature is
extremely low, screen response may be
delayed even if the Remote Touch is oper-
ated.
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2685-2. Lexus Climate Concierge
5-2.Lexus Climate Concierge
Select
The indicator on the Lexus Climate Con-
cierge control screen illuminates, and the
automatic air conditioning system, seat
heaters and ventilators, and heated steer-
ing wheel operate in automatic mode.
If any of the system is operated manually,
the indicator turns off. However, all other
functions continue to operate in automatic
mode.
QWhen using the Lexus Climate Con-
cierge
Lexus Climate Concierge can be operated
on the sub function menu or option control
screen. ( P.273)
QAutomatic air conditioning system
( P.270)
The temperature can be adjusted indi-
vidually for the driver seat and passen-
ger seat.
QSeat heaters and ventilators (if
equipped) ( P.278)
Heating or ventilation is automatically
selected according to the set tempera-
ture of the air conditioning system, the
outside temperature, etc. Also, heating
and ventilation may turn off.
The seat heater and ventilator of the
front passenger seat operate in auto-
matic mode if a passenger is detected.
QHeated steering wheel (if
equipped) ( P.278)
Heated steering wheel operates auto-
matically according to the set tem-
perature of the air conditioning system,
the outside temperature, etc.
Lexus Climate Concierge
The seat heaters (if equipped), seat
ventilators (if equipped) and heated
steering wheel (if equipped) are
each automatically controlled
according to the set temperature of
the air conditioning system, the out-
side and cabin temperature, etc.
Lexus Climate Concierge allows a
comfortable condition to be main-
tained without adjusting each sys-
tem.
Press the “MENU” button on the
Remote Touch and select to
display the air conditioning control
screen. Then, select on the sub
menu ( P.273) to display the
Lexus Climate Concierge control
screen.
Turning on Lexus Climate Con-
cierge
Operation of each system

2705-3. Using the air conditioning system
5-3.Using the air conditioning system
Left-hand side temperature control switch
Automatic mode switch
Off switch
Fan speed decrease switch
Fan speed increase switch
Airflow mode control switch
Windshield defogger switch
Rear window and outside rear view mirror defoggers switch
Outside/recirculated air mode switch
Right-hand side temperature control switch
QAdjusting the temperature
Operate the temperature control
switch upwards to increase the tem-
perature and downwards to decrease the temperature.
If the “A/C” indicator is turned off, the sys-
tem will blow ambient temperature air or
heated air.
Automatic air conditioning system
Air outlets and fan speed are automatically adjusted according to the tem-
perature setting.
Press the “MENU” button on the Remote Touch, then select to display the
air conditioning control screen. (
P.266)
12.3-inch display model: The air conditioning system can be displayed and
operated on the side display.
Air conditioning controls
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2715-3. Using the air conditioning system
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Interior features
QSetting the fan speed
Operate the fan speed increase switch
to increase the fan speed and the fan
speed decrease switch to decrease the
fan speed.
Press the off switch to turn the fan off.
QChanging the air flow mode
Press the airflow mode control switch.
The mode changes as follows each
time the switch is pressed. ( P.273)
QSwitching between outside air and
recirculated air modes
Press the outside/recirculated air
mode switch.
The mode changes as follows each
time the switch is pressed.
(recirculated air mode) 
automatic mode
*  (outside
air mode)  (recirculated air
mode)
When the system is switched to automatic
mode, the air conditioning system oper-
ates automatically.
*: This item cannot be selected when the air conditioning is off.
QDefogging the windshield
Defoggers are used to defog the wind-
shield and front side windows.
Press the windshield defogger switch.
Set the outside/recirculated 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.
QDefogging 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 minutes.
QWhen the outside temperature exceeds
75°F (24°C) and the air conditioning
system is on
OIn 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.
ORecirculated air mode is selected as a
default mode when the power switch is
turned to ON mode.
OIt is possible to switch to outside air mode
at any time by pressing the outside/recir-
culated air mode switch.
QFogging 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.
OIf you turn “A/C” off, the windows may
fog up more easily.
OThe windows may fog up if the recircu-
lated air mode is used.
QWhen 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.

2725-3. Using the air conditioning system
QOutside/recirculated air mode
OSetting 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.
OOutside/recirculated air mode may
automatically switch regardless of the air
conditioning setting depending on the
temperature setting or inside tempera-
ture.
QRegistering air conditioning settings to
electronic keys
OUnlocking the vehicle using an electronic
key and turning the power switch to ON
mode will recall that key’s registered air
conditioning settings.
OWhen the power switch is turned off, the
current air conditioning settings will auto-
matically be registered to the electronic
key that was used to unlock the vehicle.
OThe system may not operate correctly if
more than one electronic key is in the
vicinity or if the smart access system with
push-button start is used to unlock the
passenger door.
OVehicles with the driving position mem-
ory: The doors that can recall the air con-
ditioning setting
* when unlocked using
the smart access system with push-but-
ton 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.
QOperation 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:
OEngine speed and compressor operation
controlled to restrict heating/cooling
capacity
OFan speed restricted when automatic
mode is selected
To improve air conditioning performance,
perform the following operations:
OTurn off eco air conditioning mode
(  P.273)
OAdjust the fan speed
OTurn off Eco drive mode ( P.219)
QWhen the outside temperature falls to
nearly 32°F (0°C)
The dehumidification function may not
operate even when “A/C” is selected.
QVentilation and air conditioning odors
OTo let fresh air in, set the air conditioning
system to the outside air mode.
ODuring use, various odors from inside
and outside the vehicle may enter into
and accumulate in the air conditioning
system. This may then cause odor to be
emitted from the vents.
OTo reduce potential odors from occur-
ring, the start timing of the blower may be
delayed for a short period of time imme-
diately after the air conditioning system is
started in automatic mode.
OWhen 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.
QUsing the voice command system
Air conditioning system can be operated
using voice commands. For details, refer to
the “NAVIGATION AND MULTIMEDIA
SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.
QAir conditioning filter
 P.342
QAir conditioning system refrigerant
OA label regarding the refrigerant of the
air conditioning system is attached to the
hood at the location shown in the follow-
ing illustration.

2735-3. Using the air conditioning system
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Interior features
OThe meaning of each symbol on the label
are as follows:
QCustomization
Settings (e.g. A/C Auto switch operation)
can be changed.
(Customizable features: P.421)
QMain control screen
Using the touchpad of the Remote
Touch, select the button on the screen.
This system can also be operated by
the touch screen.
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/seat 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
Caution
Air conditioning system
Air conditioning system lubri-
cant type
Requires registered techni-
cian to service air conditioning
system
Flammable refrigerant
WARNING
QTo 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.
QWhen 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
QTo prevent 12-volt battery discharge
Do not leave the air conditioning system
on longer than necessary when the
hybrid system is off.
QWhen repairing/replacing parts of
the air conditioning system
Have repair/replacement performed by
your Lexus dealer. When a part of the air
conditioning system, such as the evapo-
rator, is to be replaced, it must be
replaced with a new one.
Air conditioning control screen
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2745-3. Using the air conditioning system
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-
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.268)
“AUTO”: Set automatic mode on/off
(  P.275)
“Off”: Turn the fan off
“A/C”: Set cooling and dehumidification
function
“DUAL”: Adjust the temperature for driver
and front passenger seats separately
(“DUAL” mode) ( P.277)
: Set eco air conditioning mode
QOption 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.268)
Adjusting the temperature for
driver and front passenger’s seats
separately (“DUAL” mode)
(  P.277)
Set eco air conditioning mode
Air conditioning and heater output is lim-
ited to prioritize fuel economy.
Cooling and dehumidification func-
tion
Select the front seat concentrated
airflow mode (S-FLOW)
(  P.276)
Prevent ice from building up on the
windshield and wiper blades
(Windshield wiper de-icer) (if
equipped)
QSide display (12.3-inch display
model)
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2755-3. Using the air conditioning system
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Interior features
Display the heated steering
wheel/seat heaters/seat ventilators
control screen (if equipped)
( P.281)
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 driver
and front passenger’s seats sepa-
rately (“DUAL” mode) ( P.277)
Select the air flow mode
QWindshield wiper de-icer (if equipped)
This feature is used to prevent ice from
building up on the windshield and wiper
blades.
The windshield wiper de-icer will automati-
cally turn off after approximately 15 min-
utes.
QEco air conditioning mode
When Eco drive mode is selected using the
Driving Mode Select switch, eco air condi-
tioning mode turns on.
When a drive mode other than Eco drive
mode is selected, eco air conditioning
mode may turn off.
1 Press the automatic mode switch
or select “AUTO” on the sub func-
tion menu. ( P.273)
2 Press the outside/recirculated air
mode switch to switch to automatic
air intake mode.
The air conditioning system automatically
switches between outside air and recircu-
lated air modes.
3Adjust the temperature setting.
4 To stop the operation, press the off
switch or select “Off” on the sub
function menu. ( P.273)
If the fan speed setting or air flow
modes are operated, the automatic
mode indicator goes off. However,
automatic mode for functions other
than that operated is maintained.
QUsing automatic mode
Fan speed is adjusted automatically
according to the temperature setting and
the ambient conditions.
Therefore, the fan may stop for a while until
warm or cool air is ready to flow immedi-
ately after the automatic mode switch is
pressed or “AUTO” is selected.
Cool air may blow around the upper body
even when the heater is on due to sunlight.
QWindshield fog detection function
When automatic mode is set, the humidity
sensor detects fog on the windshield and
controls the air conditioning system to pre-
vent fog.
QAutomatic 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,
WARNING
QTo prevent burns (vehicles with wind-
shield wiper de-icer)
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.
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Using automatic mode