Lexus NX450H+ (2022 year). Manual in english

Outside/recirculated air mode switch

Fan speed control switch

[OFF] switch

[AUTO] switch

Adjusting the temperature

Turn temperature control dial clockwise to increases the temperature and turn the
dial counterclockwise to decreases the temperature.
When the indicator on the [Sync] switch is illuminated, the temperature setting for
the front passenger’s side will match the setting for the driver’s side.

When the indicator on the [Sync] switch is off, turning the [Sync] switch on will illuminate
the [Sync] switch indicator and the temperature setting for the front passenger’s side will
become the same as that for the driver’s side.
When the front passenger’s side temperature adjustment switch is operated, the indicator
on the [Sync] switch will turn off and the temperature setting for the front passenger’s side
will be able to be adjusted.
When the indicator on the [A/C] switch is off, the blower and heater can be used.

Setting the fan speed

To increase the fan speed, select the [+] fan speed adjustment switch or slide the
icon of the fan speed adjustment switch right. To decrease the fan speed, select the
[-] fan speed adjustment switch or slide the icon of the fan speed adjustment switch
left.
Select the [Off] switch to turn the fan off.

Changing the air flow mode

Select the airflow mode control switch

The airflow mode changes each time the switch is selected.
The air outlets and air volume changes according to the selected air flow mode.

: Air flows to the upper body

: Air flows to the upper body and feet

: Air flows to the feet

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: Air flows to the feet and the windshield defogger operates

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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

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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 hybrid system is started and at other
times depending on the outside temperature.

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After the hybrid system 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.

Eco air conditioning mode

The air conditioning is controlled with low fuel consumption prioritized such as
reducing fan speed, etc.

Select the option screen switch.

Select the [Eco heat/cool].

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In Eco drive mode, the air conditioning system is controlled as follows to prioritize
fuel efficiency. To improve air conditioning performance, turn off Eco air condition-
ing mode.

•

Engine speed and compressor operation controlled to restrict heating/cooling
capacity.

•

Fan speed restricted when automatic mode is selected.

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When the driving mode is set to Eco driving mode, the Eco air conditioning mode
will be turned on automatically. Even in this case, the Eco air conditioning mode can
be turned off by selecting the [Eco heat/cool].

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.

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.

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

•

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.

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

•

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].

•

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 [Lo].

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If equipped

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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:

▶

Front center

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

Turn the knob to open or close the vent

▶

Front side

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

Turn the knob to open or close the vent

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If equipped

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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 hybrid system is off.

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Operating conditions

When the power 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.

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Customization

The temperature setting of the heated steering wheel can be set through [Vehicle
customize] 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 12-volt battery discharge

Do not use the functions when the hybrid system is off.

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Operating conditions

The power 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

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
customize] 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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If equipped

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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 12-volt battery discharge

Do not use the functions when the hybrid system is off.

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Operating conditions

The power 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.

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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 customize] 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 power 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.

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Operating conditions of the moon roof

The power switch is in ON.

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Operating the moon roof after turning the hybrid system off

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

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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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