Lexus rx350 2016 - Automatic Mode for Air Intake Control (if Equipped); Operation of S-FLOW Mode; Registering Air Conditioning Settings to Electronic Keys; Using Automatic Mode

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6-2. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
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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 IGNI-
TION ON mode will recall that key’s registered air conditioning settings.
● When the engine switch is turned off, the current air conditioning settings will automat-
ically 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 passenger door.
● The doors that can recall the air conditioning 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.
■ Using automatic mode
Fan speed is adjusted automatically according to the temperature setting and the ambi-
ent conditions.
Therefore, the fan may stop for a while until warm or cool air is ready to flow immediately
after the “AUTO” button is pressed or “AUTO” is selected.
■ Operation of S-FLOW mode
In automatic mode, S-FLOW mode will be turned off if a rear door has been opened and
closed. To activate S-FLOW mode again, press .
■ Using the voice command system (vehicles with a navigation system)
Air conditioning system can be operated using voice commands. For details, refer to the
“NAVIGATION SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.
■ 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 the outside/recircu-
lated air mode button.
■ Automatic mode for air intake control (if equipped)
In automatic mode, the system detects exhaust gas and other pollutants and automati-
cally 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.
■ Fogging up of the windows
● The windows will easily fog up when the humidity in the vehicle is high. Selecting “A/C”
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 recirculated air mode is used.