heater LEXUS RX350 2022 Owners Manual

18Pictorial index
Remote Touch*1......................................................................................................P.278
Driving mode select switch .................................................................................P.262
VSC OFF switch..................................................................................................... P.267
All-wheel drive lock switch
*2............................................................................. P.264
Wireless charger switch
*2...................................................................................P.315
Front seat heater switches
*2............................................................................. P.298
Seat ventilator switches
*2...................................................................................P.299
Brake hold switch ....................................................................................................P.182
*1: Refer to “NAVIGATION AND MULT IMEDIA SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.
*2: If equipped
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
H

2835-2. Lexus Climate Concierge
5
Interior features
5-2.Lexus Climate Concierge
*:If equipped
Front automatic air conditioning
system (P.284)
Set the air conditioning system to auto-
matic mode.
The temperature for the driver’s seat and
front passenger’s seat can be adjusted indi-
vidually.
Seat heaters and ventilators
(  P.297)
Select “AUTO” mode on each seat.
Seat heater or ventilation is automatically
selected according to the set temperature
of the air conditioning system, outside tem-
perature, etc.
Lexus Climate Concierge*
The climate control seats are auto-
matically controlled according to
the set temperature of the air con-
ditioning system, outside tempera-
ture, cabin temperature, etc. Lexus
Climate Concierge allows a com-
fortable condition to be maintained
without adjusting each system.
Turning on Lexus Climate Con-
cierge
A
B

2905-3. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
Vehicles with DUAL-ZONE climate
control
Adjusting the temperature for
driver and passenger seats sepa-
rately (“DUAL” mode) ( P.292)
Set eco air conditioning mode
Air conditioning and heater output is lim-
ited to prioritize fuel economy.
Cooling and dehumidification func-
tion
If the “A/C” indicator is turned off, the sys-
tem will blow ambient temperature air or
heated air.
Select the front seat concentrated
airflow mode (S-FLOW) ( P.292)
Prevent ice from building up on the
windshield and wiper blades
(Windshield wiper de-icer) (if
equipped)
Vehicles with 3-ZONE climate con-
trol Adjust the temperature for driver,
passenger and rear seats sepa-
rately (“3-ZONE” mode)
(
 P.292)
Set eco air conditioning mode
Air conditioning and heater output is lim-
ited to prioritize fuel economy.
Cooling and dehumidification func-
tion
If the “A/C” indicator is turned off, the sys-
tem will blow ambient temperature air or
heated air.
Select the front seat concentrated
airflow mode (S-FLOW) ( P.292)
Prevent ice from building up on the
windshield and wiper blades
(Windshield wiper de-icer) (if
equipped)
■Side display
Vehicles with DUAL-ZONE climate
control
Adjust the left side seat tempera-
ture setting
Adjust the fan speed setting
Adjust the right side seat tempera-
ture setting
Set cooling and dehumidification
function on/off
A
B
C
D
E
A
B
C
D
E
A
B
C
D

2915-3. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
5
Interior features
Adjusting the temperature for
driver and passenger seats sepa-
rately (“DUAL” mode) (P.292)
Select the air flow mode
Vehicles with 3-ZONE climate con-
trol
Adjust the left side seat tempera-
ture setting
Adjust the fan speed setting
Adjust the right side seat tempera-
ture setting
Set cooling and dehumidification
function on/off
Adjust the temperature for driver,
passenger and rear seats sepa-
rately (“3-ZONE” mode)
(  P.292)
Select the air flow mode
■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 a while.
1 Press the automatic mode switch or
select “AUTO” on the sub function
menu. ( P.288)
2 Press the outside/recirculated air
mode switch to switch to automatic
air intake mode. (if equipped)
The air conditioning system automatically
switches between outside air and recircu-
lated air modes.
3Adjust the temperature setting.
4 To stop the operation, press the off
switch or select “OFF” on the sub
function menu. ( P.288)
If the fan speed settin g or air flow modes
are operated, the automatic mode indica-
tor goes off. However, automatic mode for
functions other than that operated is main-
tained.
■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.
■Automatic mode for air intake control (if
equipped)
In automatic mode, the system detects
exhaust gas and other pollutants and auto-
E
F
A
B
C
D
E
F
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

2965-3. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
Center Display
1 Select “Rear AUTO” on the sub
function menu. ( P.294)
2 To stop the operation, select “Rear
off” on the sub function menu.
( P.294)
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.
Rear air conditioning system control
panel
1 Press “AUTO” on the rear air con-
ditioning system control panel.
2 To stop the operation, select “OFF”
on the rear air conditioning system
control panel.
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 “Rear AUTO” is selected or
“AUTO” is touched.
Cool air may blow ar ound the upper body
even when the heater is on due to sunlight.
The temperature setting of the rear
seats can be adjusted using the follow-
ing methods:
 When the “3-ZONE” indicator is
off: Adjust the driver’s seat tempera-
ture.
Adjust the temperature setting of each
rear seat using the Center Display or rear
air conditioning system control panel.
Adjust the temperature setting of
rear seats using the Center Display
(rear air conditioning control
screen) or rear air conditioning sys-
tem control panel.
■Location of air outlets
The air outlets and air volume changes
according to the selected air flow
mode.
■Adjusting the position of and open-
ing and closing the air outlets
Adjusting the position of and opening
and closing the air outlets
Using automatic modeAdjusting the temperature set-
ting of the rear seats
Air outlets

2975-3. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
5
Interior features
1Direct air flow to the left or right, up
or down
2 Turn the knob fully to the back of
the vehicle to close the vent
*: If equipped
NOTICE
■To prevent battery discharge
Do not leave the air conditioning system
on longer than ne cessary when the
engine is off.
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 ventilation using a fan
built into the seat
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.)
NOTICE
■To prevent damage to the seat heat-
ers
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.

2985-3. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
Turns the heated steering wheel on/off
The indicator light comes on when the
heated steering wheel is operating.
■Operation condition
The engine switch is in IGNITION ON
mode.
■Timer function
The heated steering wheel will automati-
cally turn off after about 30 minutes.
■Front seats
Vehicles without seat ventilators
Each time the switch is pressed, the
operation condition changes as fol-
lows.
Hi (3 segments lit) Mid (2 segments
lit)  Lo (1 segment lit) Off
The level indicator (amber) lights up
during operation.
Vehicles with seat ventilators
When any switch is pressed, the system
is set to automatic mode and the
“AUTO” indicator (green) lights up.
Each time the switch is pressed, the
operation condition changes as fol-
lows.
Hi (3 segments lit) Mid (2 segments
lit)  Lo (1 segment lit) Off
The level indicator (amber) lights up
during operation.
■Second-row seats
Each time the switch is pressed, the
operation condition changes as fol-
lows.
Hi (3 segments lit) Mid (2 segments
lit)  Lo (1 segment lit) Off
The level indicator (amber) lights up
during operation.
Heated steering wheel
Seat heaters
A
A
B
A

2995-3. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
5
Interior features
Type A
Type B
■Operation condition
The engine switch is in IGNITION ON
mode.
■When the air conditioning system is
operating in front seat concentrated air-
flow mode (S-FLOW)
If a passenger is not detected in the front
passenger seat, the seat heater of the front
passenger’s seat will be turned off if on.
(  P.292)
■Customization
Some functions can be customized.
(  P.449)
When any switch is pressed, the system
is set to automatic mode and the
“AUTO” indicator (green) lights up.
Each time the switch is pressed, the
operation condition changes as fol-
lows.
Hi (3 segments lit) Mid (2 segments
lit)  Lo (1 segment lit) Off
The level indicator (green) lights up
during operation.
■Operation condition
The engine switch is in IGNITION ON
mode.
■When the air conditioning system is
operating in front seat concentrated air-
flow mode (S-FLOW)
If a passenger is not detected in the front
passenger seat, the se at ventilator of the
front passenger’s seat will be turned off if
on. ( P.292)
■Customization
Some functions can be customized.
( P.449)
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.
Seat ventilators (front seats)
A
B

3406-1. Maintenance and care
Remove dirt and dust using a vac-
WARNING
●Do not get any of the SRS components
or wiring in the vehicle interior wet.
( P.30)
An electrical malfunction may cause
the airbags to deploy or not function
properly, resulting in death or serious
injury.
●Vehicles with wireless charger: Do not
let the wireless charger (
P.315) get
wet. Failure to do so may cause the
charger to become hot and cause
burns or could cause electric shock
resulting in death or serious injury.
■Cleaning the interior (especially
instrument panel)
Do not use polish wax or polish cleaner.
The instrument panel may reflect off the
windshield, obstructing the driver’s view
and leading to an accident, resulting in
death or serious injury.
NOTICE
■Cleaning detergents
●Do not use the following liquids, as
they may discolor the vehicle interior
or cause streaks or damage to painted
surfaces:
• Center Display: Organic substances such as benzine or gasoline, alkaline
solutions, and alcohol
• Seats: Alkaline solutions, organic sub- stances such as thinner or benzine,
and alcohol
• Other parts: Organic substances such as benzine or gasoline, alkaline or
acidic solutions, dye, and bleach
●Do not use polish wax or polish
cleaner. The instrument panel’s or
other interior part’s painted surface
may be damaged.
■Preventing damage to leather sur-
faces
Observe the following precautions to
avoid damage to and deterioration of
leather surfaces:
●Remove any dust or dirt from leather
surfaces immediately.
●Do not expose the vehicle to direct
sunlight for extended periods of time.
Park the vehicle in the shade, espe-
cially during summer.
●Do not place items made of vinyl, plas-
tic, or containing wax on the uphol-
stery, as they may stick to the leather
surface if the vehicle interior heats up
significantly.
■Water on the floor
Do not wash the vehicle floor with water.
Vehicle systems such as the audio system
may be damaged if water comes into
contact with electrical components such
as the audio system above or under the
floor of the vehicle. Water may also
cause the body to rust.
■When cleaning the inside of the wind-
shield
Do not allow glass cleaner to contact the
lens. Also, do not touch the lens.
(  P.198)
■Cleaning the inside of the rear win-
dow
●Do not use glass cleaner to clean the
rear window, as this may cause dam-
age to the rear window defogger
heater wires or antenna. Use a cloth
dampened with lukewarm water to
gently wipe the window clean. Wipe
the window in strokes running parallel
to the heater wires or antenna.
●Be careful not to scratch or damage
the heater wires or antenna.
Cleaning the leather areas

4067-2. Steps to take in an emergency
in a safe place, shift the shift lever to P
with the engine running and wait until the
message is cleared. If the message is not
cleared, contact your Lexus dealer.
●If the following message is shown on the
multi-information display, it may indicate
a malfunction. Have the vehicle inspected
by your Lexus dealer immediately.
• “Access System with Elec. Key Malfunc-
tion”
●If any of the following messages are
shown on the multi-info rmation display, it
may indicate a malfunction. Immediately
stop the vehicle and contact your Lexus
dealer.
• “Braking Power Low”
• “Charging System Malfunction”
• “Oil Pressure Low”
 Stop the vehicle in a safe place on a
hard, flat surface.
 Set the parking brake.
 Shift the shift lever to P.
 Stop the engine.
 Turn on the emergency flashers.
( P.384)
NOTICE
■If “High Power Co nsumption Partial
Limit On AC/Heater Operation” is
displayed frequently
There is a possible malfunction relating
to the charging system or the battery
may be deteriorating. Have the vehicle
inspected by your Lexus dealer.
If you have a flat tire
Your vehicle is equipped with a
spare tire. The flat tire can be
replaced with the spare tire.
For details about tires: P.357
WARNING
■If you have a flat tire
Do not continue drivin g with a flat tire.
Driving even a short distance with a flat
tire can damage the tire and the wheel
beyond repair, which could result in an
accident.
Before jacking up the vehicle