Lexus LS460 2008, Owner'S Manual

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3-2. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
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Using the system in recirculated air mode
The windows will fog up more easily if the recirculated air mode is used for an
extended period.
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Window defogger feature
Recirculated air mode may automatically switch to (outside air) mode in situ-
ations where the windows need to be defogged.
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When outside temperature approaches 32

F (0

C)
The air conditioning system may not operate even when is touched.
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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 air conditioning is off, and the fan is operating, turning the “AUTO” mode
on will activate the air conditioning system.
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Micro dust and pollen filter
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In order to prevent the windows from fogging up when the outside air is cold,
the following may occur:
• Outside air mode does not switch to
.
• 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 .