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3-2. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
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Interior features
■ Air conditioning system settings
● RX350: When the “ENGINE START STOP” switch is turned on, the air condi-
tioning system settings will be set to those that were in use the last time the
“ENGINE START STOP” switch was turned off.
● RX450h: When the “POWER” switch is turned on, the air conditioning system
settings will be set to those that were in use the last time the “POWER” switch
was turned off.
● Air conditioning system settings are memorized individually on each electronic
key, so the settings reproduced will be specific to the key that is used.
● This feature is customizable at your Lexus dealer.
■ Using automatic mode
Fan speed is adjusted automatically according to the temperature setting and ambi-
ent conditions. As a result, the following may occur:
Immediately after the button is pressed, the fan may stop for a while until warm or
cool air is ready to flow.
■ Using the system in recirculated air mode
The windows will fog up more easily if recirculated air mode is used for an extended
period.
■ Switching between outside air and recirculated air modes
Recirculated air mode or outside air mode may be automatically switched to in
accordance with the temperature setting and 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.
● RX350: Recirculated air mode is selected as a default mode when the
“ENGINE START STOP” switch is turned to IGNITION ON mode.
● RX450h: Recirculated air mode is selected as a default mode when the
“POWER” switch is turned to ON mode.
● It is possible to switch to outside air mode at any time by pressing .
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