LEXUS IS250 2016 Owners Manual

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nChanging the air outlets
Press .
The air outlets switch each time the is pressed. The air flow shown
on the display indicates the following.
Upper body
Upper body and feet
Feet

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Feet and windshield
nSwitching between outside air and recirculated air modes
IS250
Press .
The mode switches between (recycles air inside the vehicle) and
(introduces air from outside the vehicle) modes each time
is pressed.
IS350
Press .
The mode switches among (recycles air inside the vehicle),
“AUTO” and (introduces air from outside the vehicle) modes each
time is pressed.
When the system is switched to automatic mode, the air conditioning
system operates automatically.
Defogging the windshield
Press .
The air conditioning system control
operates automatically.
Recirculated air mode may auto-
matically switch to (outside
air) mode when the ambient tem-
perature is low.

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Micro dust and pollen filter
Press .
Outside air mode switches to
(recirculated air) mode. Pol-
len is removed from the air and the
air flows to the upper part of the
body.
Usually the system will turn off
automatically after approximately
3 minutes.
To stop the operation, press
again.
Adjusting the sensitivity of the air intake control in automatic mode (IS350 only)
Press for 2 or more sec-
onds.
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Press “∧” (increase) or “∨”
(decrease) on .
From —3 (low) to 3 (high) can be
set.
Adjusting the position of and opening and closing the air outlets
Center outlets
Direct air flow to the left or right,
up or down
Turn the knob to open or close
the vent
Front outlets (right and left 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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Rear outlets
Direct air flow to the left or right,
up or down
Turn the knob fully to the outside
of the vehicle to close the vent
nUsing the automatic mode
Fan speed is adjusted automatically in accordance with the temperature setting and
ambient conditions. As a result, the following may occur.
lThe system may switch automatically to recirculated mode when the coolest
temperature setting is selected in summer.
lImmediately after is pressed, the fan may stop for a while until warm or
cool air is ready to flow.
lCool air may flow to the area around the upper body when the heater is on.
nUsing the system in recirculated air mode
The windows will fog up more easily if the recirculated air mode is used for an
extended period.
nWindow defogger feature
Recirculated air mode may automatically switch to (outside air) mode in situ-
ations where the windows need to be defogged.
nWhen outside air temperature approaches 32°F (0°C)
The air conditioning system may not operate even when is pressed.
nWhen the indicator light on flashes
Press and turn off the air conditioning system before turning it on once
more. There may be a problem in the air conditioning system if the indicator light
continues to flash. Turn the air conditioning system off and have it inspected by your
Lexus dealer.

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nAutomatic mode for air intake control (IS350 only)
In automatic mode, the system detects exhaust gas and other pollutants and auto-
matically switches between outside air and recirculated air modes.
nMicro dust and pollen filter
lIn order to prevent the window from fogging up when the outside air is cold, the
following may occur.

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Rear window and outside re ar view mirror defoggers
nThe defogger can be operated when
The “ENGINE START STOP” switch is in IGNITION ON mode.
CAUTION
nWhen the outside rear view mirror defoggers are on
Do not touch the outside surface of the rear view mirror, as it can become very hot
and burn you.
These features are used to defog the rear window, and to remove rain-
drops, dew and frost from the outside rear view mirrors.
On/off
The defoggers will automatically
turn off after approximately 15
minutes.

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3-2. Using the audio system
Audio system type
With navigation system
Owners of models equipped with a navigation system should refer to
the “Navigation System Owner's Manual”.
Without navigation system (type A)
CD player with changer and AM/FM radio
Without navigation system (type B)
CD player with changer and AM/FM radio

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nUsing cellular phones
Interference may be heard through the audio system’s speakers if a cellular phone is
being used inside or close to the vehicle while the audio system is operating.
CAUTION
nFor vehicles sold in U.S.A. and Canada
lPa r t 1 5 o f t h e F CC Ru l e s
FCC Warning:
Any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment will void the user’s
authority to operate this device.
lLaser products

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NOTICE
nTo prevent battery discharge
Do not leave the audio system on longer than necessary with the engine off.
nTo avoid damaging the audio system
Take care not to spill drinks or other fluids over the audio system.