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5-1. Remote Touch/Display

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Menu screen

Press the “MENU” button on the 
Remote Touch to display the menu 
screen.

This system can also be operated by the 
touch screen. For details, refer to “NAVI-
GATION AND MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM 
OWNER’S MANUAL”.

The displays shown in the illustrations 
are used for example only and may dif-
fer from the actual vehicle.

*1

: Refer to the “NAVIGATION AND 

MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM OWNER’S 
MANUAL”.

*2

: This function is not made available in 

some models or areas.

Split-screen display

Different information can be displayed on the left and right sides of the screen. For 
example, audio control screen can be displayed and operated while the fuel con-

Center Display

Center Display overview

Switch

Function

Select to display the 
“Destination” screen.

*1, 

2

Select to display the 
audio control screen.

*1

Select to display the 
hands-free control 
screen.

*1

Select to display the 
“Apps” screen.

*1, 2

/

/

When an Apple Car-
Play/Android Auto con-
nection is established 
and this button displays 
“Apple Car-
Play”/“Android Auto”, 
select to display the 
home screen of Apple 
CarPlay/Android 
Auto.

*1, 2

Select to display the 
information screen.

*1

 

(

P.96)

Select to display the 
setup screen.

*1

Select to display the air 
conditioning control 
screen. (

P.360)

Switch

Function

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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.

Main 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”.

Side display

The following functions can be dis-
played and operated on the side dis-
play.
Select 

 or 

 to display the desired 

screen.

Navigation system

*

Audio

*

Vehicle information (

P.97)

Air conditioning system (

P.363)

Show/hide the side display

*

*

: Refer to the “NAVIGATION AND 

MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM OWNER’S 
MANUAL”.

Screen 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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: If  equipped

Home screen

Touch to display the audio control 
screen.

Refer to “NAVIGATION AND MULTI-
MEDIA SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.

Touch to display the rear air condi-
tioning control screen. (

P.368, 

372)
Touch to display the rear seat 
adjustment screen. (

P.128, 137, 

139)
Touch to display the relaxation seat 
(if equipped) control screen. 
(

P.131)

Touch to display the rear sunshade 
(if equipped)/rear interior light con-
trol screen. (

P.375, 390)

Touch to display the Rear Multi 
Operation Panel settings screen. 
(

P.352)

Touch to display/hide the shortcut 
screen.
Shortcut screen

The following can be adjusted or operated:
• Rear air conditioning system tempera-

ture setting (

P.368)

• Rear seat heaters/rear seat ventilators 

(

P.372)

• Audio system
Refer to “NAVIGATION AND MULTI-
MEDIA SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.
• Rear door sunshades/rear quarter sun-

shades/rear sunshade (

P.391)

 button

Press to display the home screen. 
When the screen is on, press and 
hold to turn the screen off.

Rear Multi Operation Panel set-
tings screen

Screen operation settings and the 
brightness of the screen can be 
changed.

Rear Multi Operation Panel

*

The Rear Multi Operation Panel 
built-into the rear armrest can be 
used to operate the audio system, 
air conditioning system, seat, relax-
ation seat, shades or lights.

Rear Multi Operation Panel 
overview

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Touch to turn the screen off.

Press the 

 buttun to display the 

home screen.

Touch to adjust the brightness of 
the screen.
Touch to display the automatic 
screen transition settings screen.
Touch to lock the Rear Multi Oper-
ation Panel.

Auto screen change settings 
screen

Touch to turn the automatic screen 
transition function on/off.
Touch to set whether the screen will 
transition to the home screen or 
turn off when the automatic screen 
transition function operates.
Touch to set the amount of time 
(10/30/60/120 seconds) the Rear 
Multi Operation Panel must be idle 
before the automatic screen transi-
tion function operates.

When the screen is off, press the 

 

button to turn the screen on and display 
the previously displayed screen. Press 
again to display the home screen.

Unlocking the Rear Multi Opera-
tion Panel

Touch and hold   until the unlock sta-
tus indicators ( ) are completely illu-
minated to unlock the Rear Multi 
Operation Panel.

Operating the Rear Multi Operation 

Panel

When operating the Rear Multi Opera-

tion Panel, only use the tip of a finger. The 

Rear Multi Operation Panel cannot be 

operated with a fingernail, pen, etc.

Use only one finger when operating the 

Rear Multi Operation Panel. The Rear 

Multi Operation Panel cannot be oper-

ated with multiple fingers.

When the power switch is changed to 

ACCESSORY or ON mode, if a hand 

object, liquid or foreign matter is touch-

ing the Rear Multi Operation Panel, it 

may not operate correctly. In this case, 

remove anything touching the Rear Multi 

Operation Panel and wait for approxi-

mately 30 seconds before operating it 

again.

If the Rear Multi Operation Panel still 

cannot be operated normally, press and 

hold the 

 button to turn the Rear 

Multi Operation Panel off, and then press 

the 

 button again to turn it back 

on and operate it.

In the following situations, the Rear Multi 

Operation Panel may not operate prop-

erly:

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• If wearing gloves during operation, non 

response may occur.

• If a wet hand is used to operate the Rear 

Multi Operation Panel.

• If a screen cover or coating is applied to 

on the Rear Multi Operation Panel.

• If the Rear Multi Operation Panel is dirty 

or has liquid attached to it, incorrect 

operation or non-response may occur.

• If the Rear Multi Operation Panel 

receives electro magnetic waves, incor-

rect operation or non-response may 

occur.

• If a mobile phone or other wireless com-

munication device brought near the Rear 

Multi Operation Panel.

If the a metal object, such as the follow-

ing, is touching or covering the Rear 

Multi Operation Panel:

• Coins

• Keys

• Metallic wallets or bags

• Magnetic isolation cards

• Metallic foil, such as the inner packaging 

of a cigarette box

• Disposable heat packs

• Discs, such as a CD or DVD, Cables, 

such as a USB cable

• Mobile devices, such as smartphones, 

mobile phones, tablets, etc.

Make sure to keep the Rear Multi Oper-

ation Panel clean. If the Rear Multi Oper-

ation Panel is dirty, it may not operate 

correctly. (When cleaning the Rear Multi 

Operation Panel, turn the screen off to 

avoid unexpected operation.)

NOTICE

To prevent damage to the Rear Multi 

Operation Panel

Observe the following precautions. Fail-

ure to do so may cause damage to the 

Rear Multi Operation Panel.

Keep the Rear Multi Operation Panel 

free of liquids, such as drinks or rain, as 

they may cause a short circuit.

Do not sit on or set heavy objects on 

the Rear Multi Operation Panel.

Do not push the Rear Multi Operation 

Panel with a strong force or use a 

sharp pointed object to operate the 

panel.

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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.

Changing Lexus Climate Con-
cierge control screen between 
front/rear (vehicles with 4-ZONE 
climate control)

Select “Rear” to display the rear air 
conditioning system screen.

Select “Front” to display the front air condi-
tioning system screen.

When using the Lexus Climate Con-

cierge

Lexus Climate Concierge can be operated 

on the sub function menu or option control 

screen. (

P.360)

Automatic air conditioning system 
(

P.357, 367)

The temperature can be adjusted inde-
pendently for each seat.

Seat heaters and ventilators 
(

P.370)

Heating or ventilation is automatically 
selected according to the set tempera-
ture of the air conditioning system, the 
outside temperature, etc.

Heated steering wheel (if 
equipped) (

P.370)

Heated steering wheel operates auto-
matically according to the set tempera-

Lexus Climate Concierge

The seat heaters, seat ventilators 
and heated steering wheel (if 
equipped) are each automatically 
controlled according to the set 
temperature of the air conditioning 
system, the outside and cabin tem-
perature, etc. Lexus Climate Con-
cierge allows a comfortable 
condition to be maintained without 
adjusting each system.

Press the “MENU” button on the 
Remote Touch to display the main 
menu and move the cursor to 

 

to display the climate control short-
cut buttons. Then, select 

 to dis-

play the Lexus Climate Concierge 
control screen.

Turning on Lexus Climate Con-
cierge

Operation of each system

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ture of the air conditioning system, the 
outside temperature, etc.

Passenger detection functions

When a passenger is detected in the 

front passenger seat, the seat heater and 

ventilator will operate automatically.

When a passenger is detected in a rear 

seat, the seat heater and ventilator will 

operate automatically. (vehicles with 

power rear seat)

Seat heater/ventilator operation

When automatic mode is selected using the 

seat heater/ventilator switch, passenger 

detection is not performed.

Rear seat heater operation (vehicles 

with DUAL-ZONE climate control)

The rear seat heaters are not controlled by 

the Lexus Climate Concierge.

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5-3.Using the air conditioning system and defogger

Left-hand side temperature control switch
Automatic mode switch
Off switch
Fan speed decreases switch
Fan speed increases switch
Windshield defogger switch
Rear window defogger and outside rear view mirror defoggers switch
Outside/recirculated air mode switch
Right-hand side temperature control switch

Adjusting the temperature

Operate the temperature control 
switch upwards to increase the tem-
perature and downwards to decrease 
the temperature.

Setting the fan speed

Operate the 

 switch to increase the 

fan speed and the 

 switch to 

decrease the fan speed.

Press the off switch to turn the fan off.

Front 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 to display the main menu and 
move the cursor to 

 to display the climate control shortcut buttons. Then, 

select 

 to display the air conditioning control screen.

The air conditioning system can be displayed and operated on the side display.

Air conditioning controls

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Changing the air flow mode

P.360

Switching 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.

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/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 quickly, turn the air flow and tem-
perature 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 a while. The operation time changes 
according to the ambient temperature and 
vehicle speed.

Windshield wiper de-icer (if 
equipped)

P.363

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.

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.

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 depending on the tem-

perature setting or the inside 

temperature.

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Registering air conditioning settings to 

electronic keys

Unlocking the vehicle using an electronic 

key and turning the power switch to ON 

mode will recall that key’s registered air 

conditioning settings.

When 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.

The 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 a pas-

senger 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 

position 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 restrict heating/cooling 

capacity

Fan speed restricted when automatic 

mode is selected

To improve air conditioning performance, 

perform the following operations:

Turn off eco air conditioning mode 

(

P.360)

Adjust the fan speed

Turn off Eco drive mode (

P.331)

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 period 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 outside air mode to encour-

age better air circulation throughout 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 AND MULTIMEDIA 

SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.

Air conditioning filter

P.441

Air conditioning system refrigerant

A label regarding the refrigerant of the 

air conditioning system is attached to the 

hood at the location shown in the follow-

ing illustration.

The meaning of each symbol on the label 

are as follows:

Caution

Air conditioning system

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Customization

Some functions can be customized. 

(

P.513)

Main 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.

Vehicles with DUAL-ZONE climate 
control

Sub menu

Selecting the sub menu item to switch the 
main screen.

: Display the air conditioning control 

screen

: Display the heated steering 

wheel/front seat heater/front seat ventila-
tor control screen

: Display the rear seat heater/rear seat 

ventilator control screen (if equipped)

: Display the Lexus Climate Con-

cierge control screen

: Display the option control screen

Adjust the left side seat tempera-
ture setting
Adjust the fan speed setting
Select the air flow mode

Air conditioning system 
lubricant type

Requires registered tech-
nician to service air condi-
tioning system

Flammable refrigerant

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 

hybrid system 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 conditioning sys-

tem, such as the evaporator, is to be 

replaced, it must be replaced with a new 

one.

Air conditioning control screen

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: 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 side seat tempera-
ture setting
Switch the following functions on 
and off

“A/C”: Set cooling and dehumidification 
function 
If the indicator is turned off, the system will 
blow ambient temperature airor heated air.

: Select front seat concentrated 

airflow mode (S-FLOW) (

P.365)

: Set eco air conditioning mode

: Set Lexus Climate Concierge 

(

P.355)

“DUAL”: Adjust the temperature for driver 
and passenger seats separately (“DUAL” 
mode) (

P.365)

Vehicles with 4-ZONE climate con-
trol

Sub menu

Selecting the sub menu item to switch the 

main screen.

: Display the front air conditioning 

control screen

: Display the heated steering 

wheel/front seat heater/front seat ventila-
tor control screen

: Display the rear air conditioning con-

trol screen

: Display the rear seat heater/rear seat 

ventilator control screen

: Display the Lexus Climate Con-

cierge control screen

: Display the option control screen

Adjust the left side seat tempera-
ture setting
Select the right side seat 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

Select the left side seat air flow 
mode
Adjust the fan speed setting
Switch the following functions on 
and off

“A/C”: Set cooling and dehumidification 
function
If the indicator is turned off, the system will 
blow ambient temperature airor heated air.

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: Select front seat concentrated 

airflow mode (S-FLOW) (

P.365)

: Set eco air conditioning mode

: Set Lexus Climate Concierge 

(

P.355)

“4-ZONE”: Adjust the temperature for the 
driver, front passenger and left and right 
rear passenger seats separately 
(“4-ZONE” mode) (

P.365)

Adjust the right side seat tempera-
ture setting

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.

Vehicles with DUAL-ZONE climate 
control

Set Lexus Climate Concierge 
(

P.355)

Adjusting the temperature for 
driver and passenger seats sepa-
rately (“DUAL” mode) (

P.365)

Set eco air conditioning mode

Air conditioning and heater output is lim-
ited to prioritize fuel economy.

Cooling and dehumidification func-
tion

If the “A/C” indicator is turned off, the sys-
tem will blow ambient temperature airor 
heated air.

Select front seat concentrated air-
flow mode (S-FLOW) (

P.365)

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)

Vehicles with 4-ZONE climate con-
trol

Set Lexus Climate Concierge 
(

P.355)

Adjust the temperature for driver, 
passenger and rear seats sepa-
rately (“4-ZONE” mode) 
(

P.365)

Set eco air conditioning mode

Air conditioning and heater output is lim-
ited to prioritize fuel economy.

Cooling and dehumidification func-
tion

If the “A/C” indicator is turned off, the sys-
tem will blow ambient temperature airor 
heated air.

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Select front seat concentrated air-
flow mode (S-FLOW) (

P.365)

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

Vehicles with DUAL-ZONE climate 
control

Display the front seat heaters/front 
seat ventilators control screen 
(

P.371)

Adjust the fan speed setting
Select the air flow mode
Set cooling and dehumidification 
function on/off

If the indicator is turned off, the system will 
blow ambient temperature airor heated air.

Select front seat concentrated air-
flow mode (S-FLOW) (

P.365)

Adjusting the temperature for 
driver and passenger seats sepa-
rately (“DUAL” mode) (

P.365)

Set Lexus Climate Concierge 
(

P.355)

Vehicles with 4-ZONE climate con-
trol

Display the front seat heaters/front 
seat ventilators control screen 
(

P.371)

Select the left side seat air flow 
mode
Adjust the fan speed setting
Select the right side seat air flow 
mode
Set cooling and dehumidification 
function on/off

If the indicator is turned off, the system will 
blow ambient temperature airor heated air.

Select front seat concentrated air-
flow mode (S-FLOW) (

P.365)

Adjust the temperature for driver, 
passenger and rear seats sepa-
rately (“4-ZONE” mode) 
(

P.365)

Set Lexus Climate Concierge 
(

P.355)

Windshield wiper de-icer (if equipped)

This feature is used to prevent ice from 

building up on the windshield and wiper 

blades.
The windshield de-icer will automatically 

turn off after a while.

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Eco 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.

Micro dust and pollen filter

Outside air mode switches to 

 

(recirculated air) mode. Pollen is removed 

from the air and the air flows to the upper 

part of the body.
Usually the system will automatically turn 

off after a while.
In order to prevent the windshield from fog-

ging up when the outside air is cold, the 

dehumidification function may operate or 

the outside/recirculated air mode may not 
switch to 

 (recirculated air) mode.

Pollen is filtered even if the micro dust and 

pollen filter is turned off.

1

Press the automatic mode switch.

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.

3

Adjust the temperature setting.

4

To stop the operation, press the off 
switch.

If the fan speed setting or air flow modes 

are operated, the automatic mode indica-

tor goes off. However, automatic mode for 

functions other than that operated is main-

tained.

Using automatic mode

Fan speed is adjusted automatically accord-

ing 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.

Windshield 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.

Automatic 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, 

and the fan is operating, turning automatic 

mode on will activate the dehumidification 

function.

WARNING

To 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.

Using automatic mode

NOTICE

Humidity sensor

In order to detect fog on the windshield, 

a sensor which monitors the temperature 

of the windshield, the surround humidity, 

etc. is installed.
Follow these points to avoid damaging 

the sensor:

Do not disassemble the sensor

Do not spray glass cleaner on the sen-

sor or subject it to strong impacts

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This function automatically controls the 
air conditioning airflow so that priority 
is given to the front seats. When the 
front passenger seat is not occupied, 
airflow may switch to only the driver's 
seat. Unnecessary air conditioning is 
suppressed, contributing to increased 
fuel efficiency.
Front seat concentrated airflow mode 
operates in the following situations.

No passengers are detected in the 
rear seats

The windshield defogger is not 
operating

Pollen removal mode is not operat-
ing

While operating, the indicator is turned 
on.

Manually turning front seat con-
centrated airflow mode on/off

In front seat concentrated airflow 
mode, directing airflow to the front 
seats only and to all seats can be 
switched via switch operation. When 
the mode has been switched manually, 

automatic airflow control stops operat-
ing.

Select 

 on the option control 

screen (

P.362) and switch the air-

flow.

Indicator illuminated: Airflow to the 
front seats only

Indicator off: Airflow to all the seats.

Operation of automatic airflow control

In order to maintain a comfortable inte-

rior, airflow may be directed to seats 

without passengers immediately after the 

hybrid system is started and at other 

times depending on the outside tempera-

ture.

After the hybrid system is started, if pas-

sengers move around inside or enter/exit 

the vehicle, the system cannot accurately 

detect the presence of passengers and 

automatic airflow control will not oper-

ate.

Operation of manual airflow control

Even if the function is manually switched to 

directing airflow to only the front seats, 

when a rear seat is occupied, it may auto-

matically direct airflow to all seats.

To return to automatic airflow control

1

With the indicator off, turn the power 

switch off.

2

After 60 minutes or more elapse, turn 

the power switch to ON mode.

Vehicles with DUAL-ZONE climate 
control

To turn on the “DUAL” mode, perform 
any of the following procedures:

Select “DUAL” on the main control 

NOTICE

Do not stick anything on the sensor

Front seat concentrated airflow 
mode (S-FLOW)

Adjusting the temperature for 
the driver and passenger seats 
separately

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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