Lexus RC300 (2022 year). Manual in english - page 13

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5-2. Using the air conditioning system

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Side display (vehicle with a naviga-
tion system)

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

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

Adjust the temperature for the
driver’s and front passenger’s seats
separately (“DUAL” mode)
(



P.216)

Select the air flow mode

Press

, or select “AUTO”

on the air conditioning control
screen.

Press

to switch to

automatic air intake mode.

The air conditioning system automatically

switches between outside air and recircu-

lated air modes.

Adjust the temperature setting.

To stop the operation, press

or select “Off” on the sub

function menu.

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Automatic mode indicator

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.

■

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

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



Press .



Select “DUAL” on the air condition-
ing control screen.



Adjust the passenger’s side tem-
perature setting.

The indicator comes on when the “DUAL”
mode is on.
While in “DUAL” mode, the temperature of
the rear air outlets is set at the right-hand
side temperature setting.

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Switching between outside air and
recirculated air modes

Press .

The mode switches among

(recircu-

lated air mode), automatic and

(out-

side air mode) modes each time the button
is pressed.
When the system is switched to automatic
mode, the air conditioning system operates

Using automatic mode

B
C

Other functions

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atures

automatically.
The indicator above the selected button
comes on.

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Micro dust and pollen filter

Pollen is removed from the air and the
air flows to the upper part of the body.

Select

on the option control

screen.

When the micro dust and pollen filter is on,

is displayed on the air conditioning

control screen.
In order to prevent the windshield from
fogging up when the outside air is cold, the
dehumidification function may operate.
Pollen is filtered even if the micro dust and
pollen filter is turned off.

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Defogging the windshield

Defoggers are used to defog the wind-
shield and side windows.

Press .

Set the outside/recirculated air mode but-
ton to outside air mode if the recirculated
air mode is used. (It may switch automati-
cally.)
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

again when the windshield is

defogged.

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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.

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Windshield wiper de-icer (if
equipped)

This feature is used to prevent ice from
building up on the windshield and
wiper blades.
Turns on/off.

The indicator comes on when the wind-
shield wiper de-icer is on.

The windshield de-icer will automatically
turn off after a period of time.

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Registering air conditioning settings to

electronic keys (vehicles with driving

position memory)

●

Unlocking the vehicle using an electronic

key and turning the engine switch to

IGNITION ON mode will recall that

key’s registered air conditioning settings.

●

When the engine 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

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your Lexus dealer.

: The doors that can recall the driving

position memory are changed at the
same time.

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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

is pressed or “AUTO” is

selected.

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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”.

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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 win-

dows may fog up more easily.

●

The windows may fog up if the recircu-

lated air mode is used.

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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.

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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.

■

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

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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.

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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:

●

Adjust the fan speed

●

Turn off Eco drive mode

■

When the outside temperature falls to

nearly 32°F (0°C)

The dehumidification function may not
operate even when

is pressed or

“A/C” is selected.

■

Ventilation and air conditioning odors

●

To let fresh air in, set the air conditioning

system to the outside air mode.

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●

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.

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Air conditioning filter



P.273

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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:

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Customization

Some functions can be customized.

(



P.351)

Caution

Air conditioning system

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

during cool air

operation in extremely humid weather.

The difference between the tempera-

ture of the outside air and that of the

windshield can cause the outer surface

of the windshield to fog up, blocking

your vision.

●

Do not place anything on the instru-

ment panel which may cover the air

outlets. Otherwise, air flow may be

obstructed, preventing the windshield

defoggers from defogging.

■

To prevent burns

●

Do not touch the rear view mirror sur-

faces when the outside rear view mir-

ror defoggers 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.

NOTICE

■

To prevent battery discharge

Do not leave the air conditioning system

on longer than necessary when the

engine is stopped.

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Location of air outlets

The air outlets and air volume changes
according to the selected airflow
mode.

■

Adjusting the position of and open-
ing and closing the air outlets



Front

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

To close the vent, move the knob to the
most outside position.

NOTICE

■

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 outlets

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: If equipped

Turn the heated steering wheel on/off

The indicator light

comes on when the

heated steering wheel is operating.

■

Operation condition

The engine switch is in IGNITION ON

mode.

■

Timer function

The heated steering wheel will automati-

cally turn off after about 30 minutes.



Vehicles without seat ventilators

Each time the switch is pressed, the
intensity of the seat heater changes
and the level indicator lights (amber)

light as follows:

Hi (3 segments lit)



Mid (2 segments

lit)



Lo (1 segment lit)



Off



Vehicles with seat ventilators

Each time the switch is pressed, the
intensity of the seat heater changes
and the level indicator lights (amber)

Heated steering wheel

/seat

heaters

/seat ventilators

Heated steering wheel and seat
heaters heat the side grips of the
steering wheel and seats, respec-
tively. Seat ventilators maintain
good ventilation using a fan built
into the seat.

WARNING

■

To prevent minor burn injuries

Care should be taken if anyone in the fol-

lowing categories comes in contact with

the steering wheel or seats when the

heater is on:

●

Babies, small children, the elderly, the

sick and the physically challenged

●

Persons with sensitive skin

●

Persons who are fatigued

●

Persons who have taken alcohol or

drugs that induce sleep (sleeping

drugs, cold remedies, etc.)

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 battery discharge

Do not use the functions when the

engine is off.

Heated steering wheel

Seat heaters

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light as follows:

Hi (3 segments lit)



Mid (2 segments

lit)



Lo (1 segment lit)



Off

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Operation condition

The engine switch is in IGNITION ON

mode.

■

Seat heater timer control

To enable seat heater timer control, press

and hold the driver and front passenger

seat heater switches at the same time when

the vehicle is stopped until a buzzer sounds

once. If a seat heater is turned on while seat

heater timer control is enabled, the intensity

of the seat heater will automatically change

from Hi



Mid



Lo.

The timing of the change in seat heater

intensity differs depending on the tempera-

ture inside the cabin, etc. when the seat

heater is operating.
To disable seat heater timer control, press

and hold the driver and front passenger

seat heater switches at the same time until a

buzzer sounds twice.

Each time the switch is pressed, the
intensity of the seat ventilator changes
and the level indicator lights (green)

light as follows:

Hi (3 segments lit)



Mid (2 segments

lit)



Lo (1 segment lit)



Off

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Operation condition

The engine switch is in IGNITION ON

mode.

■

Seat ventilator

The seat ventilators provide ventilation only,

and do not have a heating/cooling function.

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.

Seat ventilators

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atures

5-3.Using the interior lights

Outer foot lights
Personal lights (



P.224)

Front interior light (



P.223)

Rear interior light (



P.223)

Door courtesy lights
Footwell lights

■

Front

Turns the light on/off (touch the light)
The rear interior light turns on/off
together with the front interior light.

Turns the door position on/off

Interior lights list

Location of the interior lights

A
B
C
D

E
F

Operating the interior lights

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Off

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Rear

Turns the light on/off

If the front interior light is off, the rear light
can be turned on/off separately.

Turns the lights on/off (touch the lights)

■

Illuminated entry system

The lights automatically turn on/off accord-

ing to engine switch mode, the presence of

the electronic key, whether the doors are

locked/unlocked, and whether the doors

are opened/closed.

■

To prevent the battery from being dis-

charged

If the interior lights remain on when the

engine switch is turned off, the lights will go

off automatically after 20 minutes.

■

When front interior light or 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

Some functions can be customized.

(



P.351)

Operating the personal lights

NOTICE

■

Removing light lenses

Never remove the lens for the front inte-

rior light and personal lights. Otherwise,

the lights will be damaged.

■

To prevent battery discharge

Do not leave the lights on longer than

necessary when the engine is off.

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5-4.Using the storage features

Glove box (



Cup holders (

Console box (

Open (press the button)

Unlock with the mechanical key

Lock with the mechanical key

List of storage features

Location of the storage features

A
B
C

WARNING

■

Items that should not be left in the

storage spaces

Do not leave glasses, lighters or spray

cans in the storage spaces, as this may

cause the following when cabin tempera-

ture becomes high:

●

Glasses may be deformed by heat or

cracked if they come into contact with

other stored items.

●

Lighters or spray cans may explode. If

they come into contact with other

stored items, the lighter may catch fire

or the spray can may release gas,

causing a fire hazard.

Glove box

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Glove box light

The glove box light turns on when the

engine switch is in ACCESSORY or IGNI-

TION ON mode.

■

Trunk opener main switch

The trunk opener main switch is located in

the glove box. (



P.92)

■

Removing the partition

The insert inside the glove box can be

removed.

Push the knob.

Lift by hand to fully open the console box.

WARNING

■

Caution while driving

Keep the glove box closed. In the event

of sudden braking or sudden swerving,

an accident may occur due to an occu-

pant being struck by the open glove box

or the items stored inside.

Cup holders

WARNING

■

Items unsuitable for the cup holder

Do not place anything other than cups or

aluminum cans in the cup holders.
Other items may be thrown out of the

holders in the event of an accident or

sudden braking, causing injury. If possi-

ble, cover hot drinks to prevent burns.

Console box

WARNING

■

Caution while driving

Keep the console box closed.
Injuries may result in the event of an acci-

dent or sudden braking.

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Raise the hooks when needed.

The cargo hooks are provided for securing
loose items.

Loosen the belt

Tighten the belt

Trunk features

Cargo hooks

WARNING

■

When the cargo net is not in use

To avoid injury, always return the cargo

hooks on the floor to their stowed posi-

tions.

First-aid kit storage belt

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5-5. Using the other interior features

5-5.Using the other interior features

An assist grip installed on the ceiling
can be used to support your body
while sitting on the seat.

To use the coat hook, push it in.

The GPS clock’s time is automatically
adjusted by utilizing GPS time infor-
mation. For details, refer to “NAVIGA-
TION AND MULTIMEDIA 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.

Other interior features

Assist grips

WARNING

■

Assist grip

Do not use the assist grip when getting in

or out of the vehicle or rising from your

seat.

NOTICE

■

To prevent damage to the assist grip

Do not put a heavy load on the assist grip.

Coat hooks

WARNING

■

Items that cannot be hung on the coat

hook

Do not hang coat hangers or other hard

or sharp objects on the hook. If the SRS

curtain shield airbags deploy, these items

may become projectiles, causing death

or serious injury.

Clock

Power outlet

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The power outlet can be used when

The engine switch is in ACCESSORY or

IGNITION ON mode.

■

Using the power outlet

●

The shape of the console box rim allows

power cables to be passed through when

the console box lid is closed.

■

When turning the engine switch off

Disconnect electrical devices with charging

functions, such as mobile battery packs. If

such devices are left connected, the engine

switch may not be turned off normally.

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.

■

To prevent battery discharge

If the vanity lights remain on when the

engine switch is turned off, the lights will go

off automatically after 20 minutes.

NOTICE

■

To avoid damaging the power outlet

Close the power outlet lid when the

power outlet is not in use.
Foreign objects or liquids that enter the

power outlet may cause a short circuit.

■

To prevent the battery from being dis-

charged

Do not use the power outlet longer than

necessary when the engine is off.

Sun visors

Vanity mirrors

NOTICE

■

To prevent the battery from being dis-

charged

Do not leave the lights on longer than

necessary when the engine is off.

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HomeLink

programming procedure

The programming procedures can also be

found at the following URL.
Website: www.homelink.com/lexus

For support, contact customer support at

the following.
Help Line: 1-800-355-3515

The HomeLink

wireless control sys-

tem in your vehicle has 3 buttons which
can be programmed to operate 3 dif-
ferent devices. Refer to the program-
ming methods on the following pages
to determine the method which is
appropriate for the device.

HomeLink

indicator light

Garage door operation indicators

HomeLink

icon

Illuminates while HomeLink

is operating.

Buttons

■

Codes stored in the HomeLink

mem-

ory

●

The registered codes are not erased even

if the battery cable is disconnected.

●

If learning failed when registering a dif-
ferent code to a HomeLink

button that

already has a code registered to it, the

already registered code will not be

erased.

Garage door opener

The garage door opener can be
programmed to operate garage
doors, gates, entry doors, door
locks, home lighting systems, secu-
rity systems, and other devices.

System components

WARNING

■

When programming a garage door or

other remote control device

The garage door or other device may

operate, so ensure people and objects

are out of danger to prevent potential

harm.

A
B
C

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Before programming HomeLink



During programming, it is possible
that garage doors, gates, or other
devices may operate. For this rea-
son, make sure that people and
objects are clear of the garage door
or other devices to prevent injury or
other potential harm.



It is recommended that a new bat-
tery be placed in the remote control
transmitter for more accurate pro-
gramming.



Garage door opener motors manu-
factured after 1995 may be
equipped with rolling code protec-
tion. If this is the case, you may need
a stepladder or other sturdy, safe
device to reach the “Learn” or
“Smart” button on the garage door
opener motor.

■

Programming HomeLink

Steps

through

must be performed

within 60 seconds, otherwise the indi-
cator light will stop flashing and pro-
gramming will not be able to be
completed.

Press and release the HomeLink

button you want to program and
check that the HomeLink

indica-

tor light flashes (orange).

Point the remote control transmit-
ter for the device at the rear view
mirror, 1 to 3 in. (25 to 75 mm)
from the HomeLink

buttons.

Keep the HomeLink

indicator light in

view while programming.

Program a device.



Programming a device other than
an entry gate (for U.S.A. owners)

Press and hold the handheld transmit-

WARNING

■

Conforming to federal safety stan-

dards

Do not use the HomeLink

compatible

transceiver with any garage door opener

or device that lacks safety stop and

reverse features as required by federal

safety standards.
This includes any garage door that can-

not detect an interfering object. A door

or device without these features

increases the risk of death or serious

injury.

■

When operating or programming

HomeLink

Never allow a child to operate or play

with the HomeLink

buttons.

Programming the HomeLink

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