Lexus NX (2022 year). Manual in english

: 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 windshield defogger operates

INFORMATION

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Location of air outlets

Switching between outside air mode and recirculated air mode

Temporarily changing the air mode to recirculated air mode is recommended to
prevent dirty air from entering the vehicle, such as when in a tunnel or heavy traffic,
and to help cool the interior when the outside air temperature is high.
Select the outside/recirculated air mode switch.

The air mode changes between outside air mode and recirculated air mode each time the
switch is selected. When recirculated air mode is selected, the indicator will illuminate.
The air mode may change automatically depending on the temperature setting, tempera-
ture inside the vehicle, etc.

Front seat concentrated airflow mode (S-Flow)

This function automatically controls the airflow of the air conditioning system to
prioritize airflow to the front seats. Fuel economy can be enhanced by reducing
unnecessary cooling.
Front seat concentrated airflow mode operates in the following situations.

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No passengers are detected in the rear seats

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The windshield defogger is not operating

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 operating.

Select the option screen switch.

Select the [S-Flow] switch.

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Indicator illuminated: Airflow to the front seats only

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Indicator off: Airflow to all the seats

INFORMATION

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Operation of automatic airflow control

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In order to maintain a comfortable interior, airflow may be directed to seats
without passengers immediately after the engine is started and at other times
depending on the outside temperature.

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After the engine is started, if passengers move around inside or enter/exit the
vehicle, the system cannot accurately detect the presence of passengers and
automatic airflow control will not operate.

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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 automatically direct airflow to all seats.

Setting the fan speed in auto mode

When the [AUTO] switch is on, the automatically adjusted fan speed can be
adjusted to suit your preference.

Select the air conditioning system options switch.

Select the [FAST/ECO].

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[FAST]: Use when the effects of the air conditioning system want to be felt quickly

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[NORMAL]: Normal control

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[ECO]: Use to enhance fuel economy during air conditioning system operation

Warming the interior quickly (Max heat)

When [Max heat] is turned on, in order to warm the interior quickly, the settings of
the air conditioning system will be changed immediately.

Select the shortcut screen switch.

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Select the [Max heat] switch.

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The temperature setting of the air conditioning system will be set to [Hi] and the
[AUTO] switch will be turned on.

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Seat heaters will be set to Hi.

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Heated steering wheel will be set to Hi. (vehicles with heated steering wheel)

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In the following situations, the front passenger’s side seat heater will be set to
[AUTO].

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When [Climate concierge] is on

•

When the system determines that a passenger is in the front passenger seat

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When the indicator on the [Sync] switch is illuminated, the temperature setting for
the front passenger’s side will also be set to [Hi].

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[Max heat]

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The [Max heat] switch cannot be used to turn the setting off.

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After the [Max heat] switch has been operated, the temperature setting can be
adjusted using the temperature control switches of the air conditioning system.

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When [Climate concierge] is on, if the [AUTO] switch is turned on, the seat
heaters and seat ventilators of the front seats, and the heated steering wheel will
be operated automatically according to the temperature setting.

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Each function can also be adjusted to the desired setting.

Cooling the interior quickly (Max cool)

When [Max cool] is turned on, in order to cool the interior quickly, the settings of
the air conditioning system will be changed immediately.

Select the shortcut screen switch.

Select the [Max cool] switch.

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The temperature setting of the air conditioning system will be set to [Lo] and the
[AUTO] switch will be turned on.

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Seat ventilators will be set to Hi. (vehicles with seat ventilators)

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In the following situation, the heated steering wheel will be set to [AUTO]. (vehicles
with heated steering wheel)

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When [Climate concierge] is on

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In the following situations, the front passenger’s side seat heater will be set to
[AUTO].

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When [Climate concierge] is on

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When the system determines that a passenger is in the front passenger seat

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When the indicator on the
[Sync] switch is illuminated, the temperature setting for the front passenger’s side
will also be set to [Lo].

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[Max cool]

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The [Max cool] switch cannot be used to turn the setting off.

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After the [Max cool] switch has been operated, the temperature setting can be
adjusted using the temperature control switches of the air conditioning system.

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Each function can also be adjusted to the desired setting.

Adjusting the position of and opening and closing the air outlets

To adjust the position of and opening and closing the air outlets, perform the
following operations:

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Front center

Direct air flow to the left or right, up or
down

Turn the knob to open or close the vent

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▶

Front side

Direct air flow to the left or right, up or
down

Turn the knob to open or close the vent

▶

Rear

Direct air flow to the left or right, up or
down

Turn the knob to open or close the vent

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Heated steering wheel

Warm up the grip of the steering wheel.

WARNING

Care should be taken if anyone in the following categories comes in contact with the
steering wheel when the heater is on:

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Babies, small children, the elderly, the sick and the physically challenged

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Persons with sensitive skin

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Persons who are fatigued

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Persons who have taken alcohol or drugs that induce sleep (sleeping drugs, cold
remedies, etc.)

NOTICE

Do not use the functions when the engine is off.

INFORMATION

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Operating conditions

When the engine switch is ON.

Turn the steering heater ON/OFF

Select

on the center display.

Each time the switch is selected, the operation condition changes as follows.

AUTO

→

Hi (2 segments lit)

→

Lo (1 segment lit)

→

Off

The level indicator (red) lights up during operation. [AUTO] indicator lights up during
automatic operation.

INFORMATION

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Customization

The temperature setting of the heated steering wheel can be set through [Vehicle
customise] on the center display.

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Seat heaters

Warm up the seat upholstery.

WARNING

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To prevent minor burn injuries

Care should be taken if anyone in the following categories comes in contact with the
seats when the heater is on:

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Babies, small children, the elderly, the sick and the physically challenged

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Persons with sensitive skin

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Persons who are fatigued

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Persons who have taken alcohol or drugs that induce sleep (sleeping drugs, cold
remedies, etc.)

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To prevent causes of overheating and minor burn injuries

Observe the following precautions when using a seat heater:

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Do not cover the seat with a blanket or cushion when using the seat heater.

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Do not use seat heater more than necessary.

NOTICE

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To prevent damage to the seat heaters

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.

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To prevent battery discharge

Do not use the functions when the engine is off.

INFORMATION

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Operating conditions

The engine switch is in ON.

Turn the front seat heaters ON/OFF

Select

on the center display.

Each time the switch is selected, the operation condition changes as follows.
AUTO

→

Hi (3 segments lit)

→

Mid (2 segments lit)

→

Lo (1 segment lit)

→

Off

Vehicles with seat ventilators: The level indicator (yellow) lights up during operation.

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The level indicator (red) lights up during operation. [AUTO] indicator lights up during
automatic operation.

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Customization

The temperature setting of the seat heaters of the front seats can be set through [Vehicle
customise] on the center display.

Turns the rear seat heaters on/off

Press the switch.

Each time the switch is pressed, the operation condi-
tion changes as follows.
Hi (3 segments lit)

→

Mid (2 segments lit)

→

Lo (1

segment lit)

→

Off

The level indicators (yellow) light up during operation.

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Seat ventilators

Using fans inside the seats, improved ventilation can be provided at the surface of
the seats.

NOTICE

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To prevent damage to the 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.

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To prevent battery discharge

Do not use the functions when the engine is off.

INFORMATION

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Operating conditions

The engine switch is in ON.

Turn the seat ventilators (front) ON/OFF

Select

on the center display.

Each time the switch is selected, the operation condition changes as follows.
Hi (3 segments lit)

→

Mid (2 segments lit)

→

Lo (1 segment lit)

→

Off

The level indicator (blue) lights up during operation. [AUTO] indicator lights up during
automatic operation.

INFORMATION

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Air conditioning system-linked control mode

When a seat ventilator is set to Hi, the fan speed of the seat ventilator may increase
according to the fan speed of the air conditioning system.

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Customization

The fan speed setting of the seat ventilators can be set through [Vehicle customise] on
the center display.

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Using the moon roof

For comfortable cabin experience, the moon roof can be opened or tilted up.

WARNING

Observe the following precautions.

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Do not allow any passengers to put their hands or heads outside the vehicle while it is
moving.

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Do not sit on top of the moon roof.

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The driver is responsible for moon roof opening and closing operations. In order to
prevent accidental operation, especially by a child, do not let a child operate the moon
roof. It is possible for children and other passengers to have body parts caught in the
moon roof.

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Make sure that all passengers do not have any part of their body in a position where it
could be caught when the moon roof is being operated.

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When using the wireless remote control or mechanical key to operate the moon roof,
operate the moon roof after making sure that there is no possibility of any passenger
having any of their body parts caught in the moon roof.
Also, do not let a child operate moon roof with the wireless remote control or
mechanical key. It is possible for children and other passengers to get caught in the
moon roof.

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If a child is riding in the vehicle, when exiting the vehicle, turn the engine switch off,
carry the key and exit the vehicle along with the child. If a child is left in the vehicle,
they may accidentally operate the moon roof, due to mischief, etc., possibly leading to
an accident.

INFORMATION

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Operating conditions of the moon roof

The engine switch is in ON.

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Operating the moon roof after turning the engine off

The moon roof can be operated for approximately 45 seconds after the engine switch is
turned to ACC or OFF.
They cannot, however, be operated once either front door is opened.

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Using the voice control system

The moon roof can be opened/closed using the voice control system.
For details, refer to the "Multimedia owner's manual".

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Sunshade

The sunshade can be opened and closed manually. However, the sunshade will open
automatically when the moon roof is opened.

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Customizable features(P. 650)

Functions which aid in safe opening and closing of the panoramic moon
roof

The following functions aid in safe opening and closing of the panoramic moon
roof.

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Jam protection function
If an object is detected between the panoramic moon roof and the frame while
the panoramic moon roof is closing or tilting down, travel is stopped and the
panoramic moon roof opens slightly.

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panoramic moon roof open warning buzzer
The buzzer sounds and a message is shown on the multi-information display in
the instrument cluster when the engine switch is turned off and the driver’s door
is opened with the panoramic moon roof open.

WARNING

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Jam protection function

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Never use any part of your body to intentionally activate the jam protection function.

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The jam protection function may not operate if something gets caught just before the
panoramic moon roof is fully closed.
Also, the jam protection function is not designed to operate while the moon roof
switch is being pressed.
Take care so that your fingers, etc. do not get caught.

Opening the panoramic moon roof

Press the

switch.

Lightly press either end of the panoramic moon roof

switch to stop the panoramic moon roof while it is

operating.

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Press the

The panoramic moon roof and electronic sunshade will open automati-

cally.

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Closing the panoramic moon roof

Press the

switch.

The panoramic moon roof can be opened from the
tilt-up position.

Press the

switch forward. The panoramic moon

roof will fully close automatically.

Tilting up the panoramic moon roof

Press the

switch.

When the panoramic moon roof is tilted up, the elec-
tronic sunshade will open to the half-open position of
the roof.

Tilting down the panoramic moon roof

Press and hold the

switch.

The panoramic moon roof can be tilted down only
when it is in the tilt-up position.

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Lightly press either end of the panoramic moon roof

switch to stop the panoramic

moon roof while it is operating.

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Lightly press either end of the panoramic moon roof

switch to stop the panoramic

moon roof while it is operating.

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Opening and closing the electronic sunshade

For comfortable cabin experience, the electronic sunshade can be opened.

WARNING

Observe the following precautions when opening and closing the electronic sunshade.

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Make sure that all passengers do not have any part of their body in a position where it
could be caught when the electronic sunshade is being operated.

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Do not allow children to operate the electronic sunshade. Closing the electronic
sunshade on someone can cause death or serious injury.

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Keep fingers free of the gaps between the underside of the roof and the electronic
sunshade.
Otherwise a hand may become pinched, possibly causing injury. Also, if the vehicle is
left in direct sunlight for a long time, the underside of the roof could be very hot and
possibly cause burns.

INFORMATION

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Operating conditions of the electronic sunshade

The engine switch is in ON.

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Operating the electronic sunshade after turning the engine off

The electronic sunshade can be operated for approximately 45 seconds after the engine
switch is turned to ACC or OFF.
They cannot, however, be operated once either front door is opened.

Functions which aid in safe opening and closing of the electronic sun-
shade

The following function aid in safe opening and closing of the electronic sunshade.
Jam protection function

If an object is detected between the electronic sunshade and the frame while the electronic
sunshade is closing, travel is stopped and the electronic sunshade opens slightly.
When the jam protection function has operated, even if the

side of the switch is

pressed again, the electronic sunshade will not move in the close direction until the reverse
operation has stopped completely.
Depending on the driving conditions and the surroundings, the electronic sunshade may
collide with something and operate in reverse.

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