heating LEXUS RC350 2015 User Guide

4236-1. Using the air conditioning system
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Interior features
RC350/RCF_U (OM24636U)
■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.
■Operation of the air conditioning system in Eco drive mode
In Eco drive mode, the air conditioning system is controlled as follows to prioritize fuel
efficiency:
●Engine speed and compressor operation controlled to restrict heating/cooling capac-
ity
●Fan speed restricted when automatic mode is selected
To improve air conditioning performance, perform the following operations:
●Adjust the fan speed
●Turn off Eco drive mode
■When the outside temperature falls to nearly 32 F (0 C)
The dehumidification function may not operate even when is pressed or “A/C” is
selected.
■Ventilation and air conditioning odors
●To let fresh air in, set the air conditio ning system to the outside air mode.
●During use, various odors from inside and outside the vehicle may enter into and accu-
mulate in the air conditioning system. This may then cause odor to be emitted from the
vents.
●To reduce potential odors from occurring:
• It is recommended that the air conditioning system be set to outside air mode prior to turning the vehicle off.
• The start timing of the blower may be dela yed for a short period of time immediately
after the air conditioning system is started in automatic mode.
■Air conditioning filter
 P. 5 0 5
■Customization
Settings (e.g. A/C Auto switch operation) can be changed.
(Customizable features P. 6 4 3 )

4256-1. Using the air conditioning system
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Interior features
RC350/RCF_U (OM24636U)
Turn the heated steering wheel on/off
The indicator light comes on when the
heated steering wheel is operating.
Heated steering wheel/seat heaters/seat ventila-
tors
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
: If equipped
Heated steering wheel and seat heaters heat the side grips of the steering
wheel and seats, respectively. Seat ventilators maintain good airflow by blow-
ing air from the seats.
WA R N I N G
●Care should be taken to prevent injury if anyone in the following 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 (s leeping drugs, cold
remedies, etc.)
●Observe the following precautions to prevent the minor burns or overheating
• Do not cover the seat with a blanket or cushion when using the seat heater.
• Do not use seat heater more than necessary.
NOTICE
●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 battery discharge, do not use the functions when the engine is off.
Heated steering wheel

5978-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
RC350/RCF_U (OM24636U)
●The engine coolant temperature gauge (P. 90, 96) is in the red zone or a
loss of engine power is experienced. (F or example, the vehicle speed does not
increase.)
●“Engine Coolant High Temperature” is shown on the multi-information dis-
play.
●Steam comes out from under the hood.
Stop the vehicle in a safe place and tu rn off the air conditioning system, and
then stop the engine.
If you see steam:
Carefully lift the hood after the steam subsides.
If you do not see steam:
Carefully lift the hood.
After the engine has cooled down sufficiently, inspect the hoses and radiator
core (radiator) for any leaks.
Radiator
Cooling fans
If a large amount of coolant leaks, immediately contact your Lexus dealer.
If your vehicle overheats
The following may indicate that your vehicle is overheating.
Correction procedures
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667Alphabetical index
RC350/RCF_U (OM24636U)
Child safety ................................................ 56Airbag precautions .............................. 42
Battery precautions .............489, 596
Child restraint system ......................... 57
How your child should wear the seat belt .......................................... 36
Installing child restraints..................... 57
Moon roof precautions.................... 178
Power window lock switch .............. 171
Power window precautions ...........174
Removed electronic key battery precautions.............. 508
Seat belt extender precautions ........................................... 39
Seat belt precautions ..........................38
Seat heater precautions..................425
Trunk precautions............................... 144 Cleaning .......................................458, 463
Aluminum wheels .............................. 459
Exterior ...................................................458
Interior ..................................................... 463
Seat belts................................................ 464
Clock......................................................... 436
Coat hooks ............................................. 439
Compass .................................................. 447
Condenser.............................................. 485
Console box ............................................432
Cooling system ..................................... 484 Engine overheating .......................... 597
Cruise control Cruise control ..................................... 229
Dynamic radar cruise control ..... 233
Cup holders............................................ 433
Current fuel consumption ........ 106, 107
Curtain shield airbags ........................... 40
Customizable features ...................... 635

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RC350/RCF_U (OM24636U)
Engine ....................................................... 606ACCESSORY mode....................... 194
Compartment...................................... 479
Engine switch ........................................ 193
Hood ........................................................475
How to start the engine ................... 193
Identification number ...................... 606
If the engine will not start............... 587
Ignition switch (engine switch)..... 193
Overheating .........................................597
Engine coolant....................................... 484 Capacity .................................................. 610
Checking............................................... 484
Preparing and checking before winter ..................................... 315
Engine coolant temperature gauge ................................................90, 96
Engine immobilizer system ..................76
Engine oil .................................................. 481 Capacity ................................................ 607
Checking................................................. 481
Preparing and checking before winter ..................................... 315
Engine oil temperature gauge ........... 96
Engine switch ...........................................193
Enhanced VSC ..................................... 282
EPS (Electric Power Steering) ....... 283 Warning light .......................................534
Event data recorder (EDR) ...................10
Expert mode ........................................... 286 First-aid kit storage belt......................434
Flat tire
Vehicles with a spare tire ............. 560
Vehicles with emergency tire puncture repair kit ......................... 574
Floor mats................................................... 30
Fluid Automatic transmission ..................... 611
Brake..........................................................613
Washer ...................................................490
Fog lights.................................................... 216 Replacing light bulbs .........................519
Switch ........................................................ 216
Footwell light .......................................... 428 Wattage ...................................................619
Front fog lights......................................... 216 Replacing light bulbs .........................519
Switch ........................................................ 216
Front passenger occupant classification system ........................... 50
Front seats ................................................. 152 Adjustment.............................................. 152
Cleaning................................................. 463
Correct driving posture .....................32
Driving position memory................. 157
Head restraints ...................................... 161
Jam protection function....................153
Seat heaters .......................................... 426
Seat position memory ....................... 157
Seat ventilators.....................................427F

675Alphabetical index
RC350/RCF_U (OM24636U)
Odometer ..........................................90, 96
OilEngine oil............................................... 607
Front differential oil............................... 611
Rear differential oil .............................. 612
Opener Hood ........................................................475
Trunk ........................................................... 141
Outer foot lights.................................... 428
Outside rear view mirrors ................. 168 Adjusting and folding........................ 168
Blind spot monitor............................. 297
Linked mirror function when reversing ................................. 169
Mirror position memory .................. 157
Outside rear view mirror defoggers ............................420
Outside temperature.....................90, 96
Overheating ........................................... 597 Paddle shift switches................. 201, 202
Parking assist sensors
(intuitive parking assist)...................254
Parking brake ........................................ 205
Parking lights ......................................... 208 Light switch...........................................208
Replacing light bulbs .........................519
PCS (Pre-Collision System)............ 290 PCS OFF switch .................................. 291
Warning light ....................................... 534
Personal lights ....................................... 430
Pop-up display ............................... 107, 119
Power outlet ........................................... 436
Power steering (Electric power steering system) ................................ 283 Warning light ....................................... 534
Power windows.........................................171 Door lock linked window operation ........................... 173
Jam protection function.................... 172
Operation.................................................. 171
Window lock switch ............................ 171
Pre-Collision System (PCS)............ 290 PCS OFF switch .................................. 291
Warning light ....................................... 534
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