Lexus ES300 1992 Air Conditioner And Audio

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AIR CONDITIONER AND AUDIO
Automatic air conditioner controls68 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Audio system74 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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AUTOMATIC AIR CONDITIONER CONTROLS
Automatic and temperature
control knob
Temperature
(in degrees fahrenheit
or centigrade)
OFF button
Fan speed control button
Air flow control button
Air flow display
Air conditioner on-off button
Air intake control button
Fan speed display
Front windshield button

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Face
Bi-level
Floor
Floor / Windshield
Windshield
Air flow selection
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70The automatic air conditioner automatically maintains the set
temperature.
This air conditioner features automatic fan speed and air flow
control which automatically selects the most suitable fan
speed and air flow to control the temperature. The ignition key
must be in the “ON” position.
You may use manual controls to override the automatic
settings.
(a) Climate control
SETTING OPERATION − automatic control
1. Push the “Push AUTO
.TEMP” knob.
Air flow quantity, switching of the diffusers, on-off of the air
conditioner, and switching of the air intake between
RECIRCULATED AIR and OUTSIDE AIR are automatically
adjusted. The operation status is shown by each indicator.
When one of the manual control buttons is depressed while
operating in automatic mode, the operation corresponding to
the button depressed is set. Other conditions continue to be
adjusted automatically.
2. Turn the “Push AUTO
.TEMP” knob until the desired
temperature is displayed.
The “Push AUTO
.TEMP” knob is used to set the desired
passenger compartment temperature. The temperature of air
delivered to the passenger compartment will be controlled
automatically according to the setting. The figures on the panel
indicate degrees Fahrenheit or Centigrade.SETTING OPERATION − manual control
If manual air flow selection is desired −
The outlets from which air is delivered can be selected manually
by pushing either side of the air flow control
(MODE)
button. The mode appears on the display. The function of each
mode is as follows:
FACE mode − Directs air flow at face level.
BI-LEVEL mode − Directs air flow at face level, and at
floor level for both front and rear. Except in ventilation, the air
to the floor is slightly warmer than air to the face.
FLOOR mode − Directs air flow mostly at floor level for
both front and rear.
FLOOR/WINDSHIELD mode − Directs air flow to the
windshield and front side windows as well as floor level for both
front and rear.
FRONT WINDSHIELD mode − Directs air flow mostly to
the windshield and front side windows.
When this mode is selected while operating in automatic
mode, the air conditioner is set to operate and the OUTSIDE
AIR mode is set.

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71 CAUTION:
Do not use the FRONT WINDSHIELD mode during cooled
air operation in extremely humid weather. The difference
between the temperature of the outside air and that of the
windshield could cause the outer surface of the
windshield to fog up and block your vision.
If quick heating or cooling is desired −
Obtain maximum power by turning the “Push AUTO
.TEMP”
knob fully. At this time, “MAX.HOT” or “MAX.COLD” will appear
on the display.
If manual fan speed control is desired −
The fan speed can be set to your desired speed by pushing
either side of the fan speed control
(FAN) button. The
higher the fan speed, the more air is delivered. Pushing the
(OFF) button turns off the fan.
To remove exterior windshield frost, use the high speed
setting.
Stopping the fan −
Push the
(OFF) button.
The fan stops in automatic mode or manual mode.If manual switching of air intake is desired −
The
(AIR INTAKE) button is used to switch the air intake
between the OUTSIDE AIR mode and RECIRCULATED AIR
mode.
With the button in the OUTSIDE AIR mode, the OUTSIDE AIR
mode indicator light will come on and the system will take fresh
outside air into the vehicle.
If quick circulation of cooled air is desired, push the air intake
control button for RECIRCULATED AIR. The
RECIRCULATED AIR mode indicator light will come on.
For normal use, it is best to keep the air intake control button
set to OUTSIDE AIR mode. If recirculated air is used during
heating, the windows will fog up more easily.
If manual on-off of the air conditioner is desired −
Push the
(A/C) button.
The air conditioner on − off button is used to turn the air
conditioner on and off. Push the button to turn the air
conditioner on and push it again to turn the air conditioner off.
If the system is used for ventilation, heating in dry weather or
removing frost or exterior fog on the windshield, turn the air
conditioner off once it is no longer required. This will improve
fuel economy. The air conditioner can be used for year-round
automatic temperature control including cooling and
dehumidifying operation.

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72If the air conditioner compressor does not operate, the
indicator of the
(A/C) button will blink. If the indicator of the
(A/C) button blinks even when the (A/C) button is
pushed again, have the compressor checked by your nearest
Lexus dealer.
(b) Windshield defogging and defrosting
See “(a) Climate control” for details on each button.
To remove interior fog on the windshield −
Push the
(WINDSHIELD) button
To remove frost or exterior fog on the windshield −
1. Place the temperature control knob at the maximum
temperature.
2. Push the
(WINDSHIELD) button.
3. Push the right side of the fan speed control
(FAN)
button to set the fan speed at the maximum speed.
(c) Operating tips

Make sure the air inlet grilles in front of the windshield are
not blocked by leaves or other obstructions.

If air flow control is not satisfactory, check the dashboard
vents. (See “Side vents”.)

To help cool down the interior after parking in the hot sun.
drive for the first few minutes with the windows open. After
the excess heat has blown away, close the windows.

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
control button be left to the OUTSIDE AIR mode and the fan
operated.

If following another vehicle on a dusty road, or driving in
windy and dusty conditions, it is recommended that the air
intake control button be temporarily pushed to the
RECIRCULATED AIR mode, which will close off the outside
passage and prevent outside air and dust from entering the
vehicle interior.

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Side vents
Passenger’s side
CloseOpen
Open
Close
Driver’s side
The side vents may be opened or closed as shown.

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Without compact disc player
With compact disc player
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AUDIO SYSTEM
Car audio operating tips
You can listen to the car audio when the ignition key is at
“ON” or “ACC”. However, if the engine is not running, the
key must be in the “ACC” position.
NOTICE:
To prevent the battery from being discharged, do not
leave the car audio on for a long period when the engine
is not running.
The functions of this system are described as follows:

For radio operation − See page 75.

For cassette tape player operation − See page 80.

For compact disc player operation − See page 85.

For anti-theft system − See page 90.

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Radio operation
”AM” button
(For turning radio on
and selecting AM)
“PWR. VOL” knob
(For turning radio on
and adjusting volume)
“SCAN” button
(For preset scan tuning
and scan tuning)
“TUNE SEEK” button
(For tuning to frequency)
“BASS” knob
(For bass control)“MID” knob
(For mid range control)“TREBLE” knob
(For treble control)“BALANCE” knob
(For right and left
sound balance)
”FADER” knob
(For front and rear
sound balance)
Station selector
buttons
Radio display
“FM2” button
(For turning radio on
and selecting FM)“FM1” button
(For turning radio on
and selecting FM)
Without compact disc player

“AM” button
(For turning radio
on and selecting AM)
“PWR. VOL” knob
(For turning radio on
and adjusting volume)
“SCAN” button
(For preset scan tuning
and scan tuning)
“TUNE SEEK” button
(For tuning to frequency)
“BASS” knob
(For bass control)“MID” knob
(For mid range control)“TREBLE” knob
(For treble control)“BALANCE” knob
(For right and left
sound balance)“FADER” knob
(For front and rear
sound balance)
Station selector
buttons
Radio display
“FM1 / 2” button
(For turning radio on
and selecting FM)
With compact disc player
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