Content .. 14 15 16 17 ..

LEXUS LC 500H (2019 year). Instruction - part 16

250

5-3. Using the air conditioning system

also cool the vehicle interior effectively.

●

Outside/recirculated air mode may auto-

matically switch depending on the tem-

perature setting or the inside

temperature.

■

Registering air conditioning settings to

electronic keys

●

Unlocking the vehicle using an electronic

key and turning the engine switch <power

switch> to IGNITION ON mode <ON

mode> will recall that key’s registered air

conditioning settings.

●

When the engine switch <power switch>

is turned off, the current air conditioning

settings will automatically 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 the

passenger 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

your Lexus dealer.

: The doors that can recall the driving posi-

tion memory are changed at the same
time.

■

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:

●

Turn off eco air conditioning mode

(

P.251)

●

Adjust the fan speed

●

Turn off Eco drive mode (

P.213)

■

When the outside temperature falls to

nearly 32°F (0°C)

The dehumidification function may not

operate even when “A/C” is selected.

■

Ventilation and air conditioning odors

●

To let fresh air in, set the air conditioning

system to the outside air mode.

●

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 or with the

micro dust and pollen filter on.

●

When parking, the system automatically

switches to fresh air intake mode to

encourage better air circulation through-

out the vehicle, helping to reduce odors

that occur when starting the vehicle.

■

Using the voice command system

Air conditioning system can be operated

using voice commands. For details, refer to

the “NAVIGATION SYSTEM OWNER’S

MANUAL”.

■

Air conditioning filter

P.316

■

Customization

Settings (e.g. A/C Auto switch operation)

can be changed.

(Customizable features

P.391)

251

5-3. Using the air conditioning system

Interio

r fe

atures

■

Main control screen

Using the touchpad of the Remote
Touch, select the button on the screen.

can be adjusted by perform-

ing the following operations.
Flick operation: Move the pointer to
the desired item and flick the touchpad
up or down.

The item can be adjusted by one level.

Trace operation: After selecting the
desired item, trace the pad surface.

The item can be adjusted by the amount
that you trace.
Trace operation cannot be used while driv-
ing.

Sub menu

Selecting the sub menu item to switch the
main screen.

: Display the air conditioning control

screen

: Display the heated steering

wheel/seat heater/seat ventilator control
screen (if equipped)

: Display the Lexus Climate Con-

cierge control screen

: Display the option control screen

Adjust the left-hand side tempera-
ture setting

Adjust the fan speed setting

Select the air flow mode

: 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 wind-

shield defogger operates

Adjust the right-hand side tem-
perature setting

Function on/off indicators

When the function is on, the indicator illu-

WARNING

■

To prevent the windshield from fog-

ging up

Do not use the windshield defogger

switch during cool air operation in

extremely humid weather. The difference

between the temperature of the outside

air and that of the windshield can cause

the outer surface of the windshield to fog

up, blocking your vision.

■

When the outside rear view mirror

defoggers are operating

Do not touch the outside rear view mir-

ror surfaces, as they can become very

hot and burn you.

NOTICE

■

To prevent 12-volt battery discharge

Do not leave the air conditioning system

on longer than necessary when the

engine <hybrid system> is off.

Air conditioning control screen

C
D

252

5-3. Using the air conditioning system

minates on the control screen.

Sub function menu

When the sub function button on the
Remote Touch is pressed, the following
functions can be switched on and off.

: Set Lexus Climate Concierge

(

P.246)

“AUTO”: Set automatic mode on/off
(

P.253)

“Off”: Turn the fan off
“A/C”: Set cooling and dehumidification
function
“DUAL”: Adjust the temperature for driver
and passenger seats separately (“DUAL”
mode) (

P.254)

: Set eco air conditioning mode

■

Option control screen

Select

on the sub menu to display

the option control screen.

The functions can be switched on and off.
When the function is on, the indicator illu-
minates on the screen.

Set Lexus Climate Concierge
(

P.246)

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

P.254)

Set eco air conditioning mode

Air conditioning and heater output is lim-
ited to prioritize fuel economy.

Cooling and dehumidification func-
tion

Prevent ice from building up on the
windshield and wiper blades
(Windshield wiper de-icer) (if
equipped)

Removing pollen from the air
(Micro dust and pollen filter)

■

Side display

Display the heated steering
wheel/seat heaters/seat ventilators
control screen (if equipped)
(

P.256)

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

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

P.254)

Select the air flow mode

C
D

253

5-3. Using the air conditioning system

Interio

r fe

atures

■

Windshield wiper de-icer (if equipped)

This feature is used to prevent ice from

building up on the windshield and wiper

blades.
The windshield de-icer will automatically

turn off after approximately 15 minutes.

■

Eco air conditioning mode

When Eco drive mode is selected using the

driving mode select switch, eco air condi-

tioning mode turns on.
When a drive mode other than Eco drive

mode is selected, eco air conditioning

mode may turn off.

■

Micro dust and pollen filter

Outside air mode switches to

(recirculated air) mode. Pollen is removed

from the air and the air flows to the upper

part of the body.
Usually the system will automatically turn

off after approximately 1 to 3 minutes.
In order to prevent the windshield from fog-

ging up when the outside air is cold, the

dehumidification function may operate or

the outside/recirculated air mode may not
switch to

(recirculated air) mode.

Pollen is filtered even if the micro dust and

pollen filter is turned off.

Press the automatic mode switch or
select “AUTO” on the sub function
menu. (

P.251)

Press the outside/recirculated air
mode switch 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 the off
switch or select “Off” on the sub
function menu. (

P.251)

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.

■

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 the automatic mode switch is

pressed or “AUTO” is selected.
Cool air may blow around the upper body

even when the heater is on due to sunlight.

■

Windshield fog detection function

When automatic mode is set, the humidity

sensor detects fog on the windshield and

controls the air conditioning system to pre-

vent fog.

■

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.

WARNING

■

To prevent burns (vehicles with wind-

shield wiper de-icer)

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.

Using automatic mode

254

5-3. Using the air conditioning system

To turn on the “DUAL” mode, perform
any of the following procedures:
 Select “DUAL” on the sub function

menu. (

P.251)

 Select “DUAL” on the option con-

trol screen.

 Adjust the passenger’s side tem-

perature setting.

The indicator on the main control screen
comes on when the “DUAL” mode is on.

■

Location of air outlets

The air outlets and air volume changes

according to the selected air flow
mode.

■

Adjusting the air flow direction and
opening/closing the air outlets



Center/side

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

Turn the knob to open or close the
vent



Above the glove box

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

Move the knob to the most outside

NOTICE

■

Humidity sensor

In order to detect fog on the windshield,

a sensor which monitors the temperature

of the windshield, the surround humidity,

etc. is installed.
Follow these points to avoid damaging

the sensor:

●

Do not disassemble the sensor

●

Do not spray the glass cleaner on the

sensor or subject it to strong impacts

●

Do not stick anything on the sensor

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

Air outlet layout and operations

255

5-3. Using the air conditioning system

Interio

r fe

atures

position to close the vent

■

If an object falls into the air outlet above

the glove box

Remove the panel inside the glove box to

take out the object. (

P.316)

: If equipped

WARNING

■

To prevent the windshield defogger

from operating improperly

Do not place anything on the instrument

panel which may cover the air outlets.

Otherwise, air flow may be obstructed,

preventing the windshield defoggers

from defogging.

Heated steering wheel

/seat

heaters

/seat ventilators

 Heated steering wheel

Warms up the grip of the steering wheel

 Seat heaters

Warm up the seat upholstery

 Seat ventilators

Maintain good air flow on the seat
upholstery by sucking air into the seats

Press the “MENU” button on the
Remote Touch and select “Climate”
to display the air conditioning con-
trol screen. Then, select

on the

sub menu (

P.251) to display the

heated steering wheel/seat heat-
ers/seat ventilators control screen.

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.)

256

5-3. Using the air conditioning system

■

Main display

Using the touchpad of the Remote
Touch, select the button on the screen.

can be adjusted by perform-

ing the following operations.
Flick operation: Move the pointer to
the desired item and flick the touchpad
up or down.

The item can be adjusted by one level.

Trace operation: After selecting the
desired item, trace the pad surface.

The item can be adjusted by the amount
that you trace.
Trace operation cannot be used while driv-
ing.

Adjust the seat ventilator fan speed
level

The seat ventilator can be adjusted in 3 lev-
els.
When the seat ventilator is operated, the
fan speed level is displayed on the screen.

Adjust the seat heater temperature
level

The seat heater can be adjusted in 3 levels.
When the seat heater is operated, the tem-
perature level is displayed on the screen.

Adjust the heated steering wheel
temperature level

The heated steering wheel can be adjusted
in 2 levels.
When the heated steering wheel is oper-
ated, the temperature level is displayed on
the screen.

Automatic mode on/off indicators

When the automatic mode is on, the indi-
cator illuminates on the screen.

Sub function menu

When the sub function button on the
Remote Touch is pressed, the following
functions can be set to automatic mode.

: Left-hand side seat heater/seat

ventilator

: Heated steering wheel

: Right-hand side seat heater/seat

ventilator

■

Side display

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 12-volt battery discharge

Do not use the functions when the

engine <hybrid system> is off.

Control screen

257

5-3. Using the air conditioning system

Interio

r fe

atures

Display the air conditioning control
screen (

P.251)

Adjust the seat heater temperature
level

Each time the switch is selected, the tem-
perature level and level indicator (orange)
change as follows:
AUTO

 Hi  Mid  Lo  Off

Adjust the seat ventilator fan speed
level

Each time the switch is selected, the fan
speed level and level indicator (blue)
change as follows:
AUTO

 Hi  Mid  Lo  Off

Adjust the heated steering wheel
temperature level

Each time the switch is selected, the tem-
perature level and level indicator change
as follows:
AUTO

 Hi  Lo  Off

■

The heated steering wheel, seat heaters

and seat ventilators wheel can be used

when

The engine switch <power switch> is in

IGNITION ON mode <ON mode>.

■

Air conditioning system-linked control

mode

When the seat ventilator fan speed level is

Hi, the seat ventilator fan speed may

become higher according to the fan speed

of the air conditioning system.

■

Customization

Steering wheel heating preference in auto-

matic mode and the automatic mode set-

tings for the seat heaters and ventilators can

be changed. (Customizable features:

P.391)

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.

258

5-4. Using the interior lights

5-4.Using the interior lights

Outside door handle lights

Personal lights (

P.259)

Seat lights

Shift lever light

Door trim ornament lights

Door courtesy lights

Footwell lights

■

Personal lights automatic on/off

●

Illuminated entry system: The lights auto-

matically turn on/off according to engine

switch <power switch> mode, the pres-

ence of the electronic key, whether the

doors are locked/unlocked, and whether

the doors are opened/closed.

●

If the personal lights remain on when the

engine switch <power switch> is turned

off, the lights will go off automatically

after 20 minutes.

■

When 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

Setting (e.g. the time elapsed before lights

turn off) can be changed.

(Customizable features:

P.391)

Interior lights list

Location of the interior lights

A
B
C
D

E
F

259

5-4. Using the interior lights

Interio

r fe

atures

■

Turning the door position on

Press the door-linked personal light
switch

The lights are turned on and off according
to whether the doors are opened/closed.
When the door position is on, the indicator

illuminates.

■

Turning the lights on/off

Touch the light

When a door is opened while the door
position is on, the lights turn on.

NOTICE

■

Removing light lenses

Never remove the lens for the personal

lights. Otherwise, the lights will be dam-

aged.

■

To prevent 12-volt battery discharge

Do not leave the lights on longer than

necessary when the engine <hybrid sys-

tem> is off.

Operating the personal lights

260

5-5. Using the storage features

5-5.Using the storage features

Glove box (

P.260)

Auxiliary net

Door pockets

Console box/auxiliary box
(

P.261)

Cup holder (

P.261)

Open (press the glove box opener)

Unlock with the mechanical key

Lock with the mechanical key

■

Glove box light

The glove box light turns on when the tail

lights are on.

■

Trunk opener main switch

P.113

■

If the 12-volt battery is discharged

The glove box cannot be opened as usual.

Refer to P.358 to open the glove box.

List of storage features

Location of the storage features

WARNING

■

Items that should not be left in the

vehicle

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.

A
B
C
D

●

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.

■

When storage compartments are not

in use

When driving or when the storage com-

partments are not in use, keep the lids

closed.

In the event of sudden braking or sudden

swerving, an accident may occur due to

an occupant being struck by an open lid

or the items stored inside.

Glove box

261

5-5. Using the storage features

Interio

r fe

atures

Using with half-open: Slide the
armrest as far back while pressing
the button.

Press the button to close.

Using with fully open: Lift the arm-
rest while pulling the knob.

■

Console box light

The console box light turns on when the tail

lights are on.

■

Using the auxiliary box

Do not place cups, beverage cans, etc. in

the auxiliary box.

To open, press down and release the
cup holder lid.

Console box/auxiliary box

WARNING

■

When closing the console box

Take care to prevent your fingers etc.

from being caught.

NOTICE

■

To prevent damage to the console

box

●

Do not pull the knob while sliding the

armrest.

●

Do not apply excessive force to the

armrest.

Cup holder

WARNING

■

Items unsuitable for the cup holder

Do not place anything other than a cup

or beverage can in the cup holder. Even

when the lid is closed, items must not be

stored in the cup holder.

Other items may be thrown out of the

holder in the event of an accident or sud-

den braking, causing injury. If possible,

cover hot drinks to prevent burns.

NOTICE

■

To prevent damage to the cup holder

and air conditioning control switches

●

Do not apply excessive force to the

cup holder.

●

Take care when placing a tall bottle in

the cup holder. When the bottle is

taken out or the brakes are suddenly

applied, the bottle may hit the air con-

ditioning control switches, causing

damage to the switches or parts of the

air conditioning system.

262

5-5. Using the storage features

Raise the hooks when needed.

The cargo hooks are provided for securing
loose items.

Loosen the belt

Tighten the belt

■

Loosening/tightening the belt

Loosen the belt

Tighten the belt

■

Stowing the belt

Fold the belt

Secure the belt with the clip

Trunk features

Cargo hooks

WARNING

■

When the cargo hooks are not in use

To avoid injury, always return the cargo

hooks to their stowed positions when not

in use.

Grocery bag hooks

NOTICE

■

To prevent damage to the grocery

bag hooks

Do not hang any object heavier than 4 lb.

(2 kg) on the grocery bag hooks.

First-aid kit storage belt

Warning reflector storage belt

263

5-5. Using the storage features

Interio

r fe

atures

To prevent damage to the warning reflec-
tor storage belt when it is not in use, stow
the belt.

264

5-6. Using the other interior features

5-6.Using the other interior features

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.

Open the cover.

The light turns on when the cover is
opened.

The GPS clock’s time is automatically
adjusted by utilizing GPS time infor-
mation.

For details, refer to the “NAVIGATION
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.

■

The power outlet can be used when

The engine switch <power switch> is in

ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON mode

<ON mode>.

■

Using the power outlet

The shape of the console box partition

allows power cables to be passed through

when the console box lid is partially closed.

Other interior features

Sun visors

Vanity mirrors

NOTICE

■

To prevent 12-volt battery discharge

Do not leave the lights on longer than

necessary when the engine <hybrid sys-

tem> is off.

Clock

Power outlet

265

5-6. Using the other interior features

Interio

r fe

atures

To use the coat hook, push it in.

Slide the sunshade to open.

NOTICE

■

When the power outlet is not in use

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 12-volt battery discharge

Do not use the power outlet longer than

necessary when the engine <hybrid sys-

tem> is off.

Coat hooks

WARNING

■

Items that should not be hanged

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.

■

When the coat hooks are not in use

Store the coat hooks when they are not in

use.
When entering and exiting the rear seats,

passengers may hit their heads on the

coat hooks, resulting in injury.

Sunshade (if equipped)

Content .. 14 15 16 17 ..