Lexus 2013 IS250C, Owner'S Manual

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3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
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When 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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Automatic mode for air intake control (IS350C only)
In automatic mode, the system detects exhaust gas and other pollutants and auto-
matically switches between outside air and recirculated air modes. When the
retractable hardtop is opened, recirculated air mode is automatically selected.
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Micro dust and pollen filter
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In order to prevent the window from fogging up when the outside air is cold, the
following may occur.
• Outside air mode does not switch to
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• The air conditioning system operates automatically.
• The operation cancels after 1 minute.
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In rainy weather, the windows may fog up. Press .
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Air conditioning odors
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During use, various odors from inside and outside the vehicle may enter into
and accumulate in the air conditioning system. This may then cause odor to be
emitted from the vents.
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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 delayed for a short period of time
immediately after the air conditioning system is started in automatic mode.
CAUTION
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To prevent the windshield from fogging up
Do not use during cool air operation in extremely humid weather. The dif-
ference 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.