Lexus LS500h (2023 year). Manual in english

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4-6. Driving tips

Perform the following according to the
driving conditions:



Do not try to forcibly open a window
or move a wiper that is frozen. Pour
warm water over the frozen area to
melt the ice. Wipe away the water
immediately to prevent it from
freezing.



To ensure proper operation of the
climate control system fan, remove
any snow that has accumulated on
the air inlet vents in front of the
windshield.



Check for and remove any excess
ice or snow that may have accumu-
lated on the exterior lights, outside
rear view mirrors, windows, vehicle’s
roof, chassis, around the tires or on
the brakes.



Remove any snow or mud from the
bottom of your shoes before getting
in the vehicle.

Accelerate the vehicle slowly, keep a
safe distance between you and the
vehicle ahead, and drive at a reduced
speed suitable to road conditions.

Park the vehicle and shift the shift posi-
tion to P without setting the parking
brake. The parking brake may freeze
up, preventing it from being released. If
the vehicle is parked without setting

the parking brake, make sure to block
the wheels.

Failure to do so may be dangerous
because it may cause the vehicle to move
unexpectedly, possibly leading to an acci-
dent.

Use the correct tire chain size when
mounting the tire chains.
Chain size is regulated for each tire
size.

Side chain (0.12 in. [3 mm] in diam-
eter)
Cross chain (0.16 in. [4 mm] in
diameter)

Regulations regarding the use of tire
chains vary depending on location and
type of road. Always check local regu-
lations before installing chains.

■

Tire chain installation

Observe the following precautions when

installing and removing chains:

●

Install and remove tire chains in a safe

location.

●

Install tire chains on the rear tires. Do not

Before driving the vehicle

When driving the vehicle

When parking the vehicle

Selecting tire chains

Regulations on the use of tire
chains

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4-6. Driving tips

Driving

install tire chains on the front tires.

●

Install tire chains on the rear tires as

tightly as possible. Retighten chains after

driving 1/4



1/2 mile (0.5



1.0 km).

●

Install tire chains following the instruc-

tions provided with the tire chains.

To enable the windshield wipers to be
lifted when heavy snow or icy condi-
tions are expected, change the rest
position of the windshield wipers from
the retracted position below the hood
to the service position using the wiper
lever. (



P.195)

NOTICE

■

Fitting tire chains

The tire pressure warning valves and

transmitters may not function correctly

when tire chains are fitted.

Windshield wipers

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Interior features

5-1. Rear Multi Operation Panel

Rear Multi Operation Panel

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5-2. Lexus Climate Concierge

Lexus Climate Concierge......

351

5-3. Using the air conditioning system

and defogger

Front automatic air conditioning

system .........................................

352

Rear automatic air conditioning

system .........................................

360

Heated steering wheel/seat heat-

ers/seat ventilators................

363

5-4. Using the interior lights

Interior lights list.........................

367

5-5. Using the storage features

List of storage features.............

371

Trunk features.............................

376

5-6. Using the other interior features

Other interior features ...........

379

Garage door opener...............

387

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5-1. Rear Multi Operation Panel

5-1.Rear Multi Operation Panel

: If equipped

■

Home screen

Touch to display the audio control
screen.

Refer to “MULTIMEDIA OWNER’S
MANUAL”.

Touch to display the rear air condi-
tioning control screen.



P.360, 364

Touch to display the rear seat
adjustment screen.



P.126, 134, 136

Touch to display the relaxation seat
(if equipped) control screen.



P.128

Touch to display the rear sun-
shade/rear interior light control
screen.



P.368, 383

Touch to display the Rear Multi
Operation Panel settings screen.



P.348

Touch to display/hide the shortcut
screen.
Shortcut screen

The following can be adjusted or operated:
• Rear air conditioning system tempera-

ture setting



P.360

• Rear seat heaters/rear seat ventilators



P.364

• Audio system
Refer to “MULTIMEDIA OWNER’S
MANUAL”.
• Rear door sunshades/rear quarter sun-

shades/rear sunshade



P.384

button

Press to display the home screen.
When the screen is on, press and
hold to turn the screen off.

■

Rear Multi Operation Panel set-
tings screen

Screen operation settings and the
brightness of the screen can be
changed.

Rear Multi Operation Panel

The Rear Multi Operation Panel
built-into the rear armrest can be
used to operate the audio system,
air conditioning system, seat, relax-
ation seat, shades or lights.

Rear Multi Operation Panel
overview

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Touch to turn the screen off.

Press the

buttun to display the

home screen.

Touch to adjust the brightness of
the screen.
Touch to display the automatic
screen transition settings screen.
Touch to lock the Rear Multi Oper-
ation Panel.

■

Auto screen change settings
screen

Touch to turn the automatic screen
transition function on/off.
Touch to set whether the screen will
transition to the home screen or
turn off when the automatic screen
transition function operates.
Touch to set the amount of time
(10/30/60/120 seconds) the Rear
Multi Operation Panel must be idle

before the automatic screen transi-
tion function operates.

When the screen is off, press the

button to turn the screen on and display
the previously displayed screen. Press
again to display the home screen.

■

Unlocking the Rear Multi Opera-
tion Panel

Touch and hold until the unlock sta-
tus indicators ( ) are completely illu-
minated to unlock the Rear Multi
Operation Panel.

■

Operating the Rear Multi Operation

Panel

●

When operating the Rear Multi Opera-

tion Panel, only use the tip of a finger. The

Rear Multi Operation Panel cannot be

operated with a fingernail, pen, etc.

●

Use only one finger when operating the

Rear Multi Operation Panel. The Rear

Multi Operation Panel cannot be oper-

ated with multiple fingers.

●

When the power switch is changed to

ACCESSORY or ON mode, if a hand

object, liquid or foreign matter is touch-

ing the Rear Multi Operation Panel, it

may not operate correctly. In this case,

remove anything touching the Rear Multi

Operation Panel and wait for approxi-

mately 30 seconds before operating it

again.

If the Rear Multi Operation Panel still

cannot be operated normally, press and

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hold the

button to turn the Rear

Multi Operation Panel off, and then press

the

button again to turn it back

on and operate it.

●

In the following situations, the Rear Multi

Operation Panel may not operate prop-

erly:

• If wearing gloves during operation, non

response may occur.

• If a wet hand is used to operate the Rear

Multi Operation Panel.

• If a screen cover or coating is applied to

on the Rear Multi Operation Panel.

• If the Rear Multi Operation Panel is dirty

or has liquid attached to it, incorrect

operation or non-response may occur.

• If the Rear Multi Operation Panel

receives electro magnetic waves, incor-

rect operation or non-response may

occur.

• If a mobile phone or other wireless com-

munication device brought near the Rear

Multi Operation Panel.

●

If the a metal object, such as the follow-

ing, is touching or covering the Rear

Multi Operation Panel:

• Coins

• Keys

• Metallic wallets or bags

• Magnetic isolation cards

• Metallic foil, such as the inner packaging

of a cigarette box

• Disposable heat packs

• Discs, such as a CD or DVD, Cables,

such as a USB cable

• Mobile devices, such as smartphones,

mobile phones, tablets, etc.

●

Make sure to keep the Rear Multi Oper-

ation Panel clean. If the Rear Multi Oper-

ation Panel is dirty, it may not operate

correctly. (When cleaning the Rear Multi

Operation Panel, turn the screen off to

avoid unexpected operation.)

NOTICE

■

To prevent damage to the Rear Multi

Operation Panel

Observe the following precautions. Fail-

ure to do so may cause damage to the

Rear Multi Operation Panel.

●

Keep the Rear Multi Operation Panel

free of liquids, such as drinks or rain, as

they may cause a short circuit.

●

Do not sit on or set heavy objects on

the Rear Multi Operation Panel.

●

Do not push the Rear Multi Operation

Panel with a strong force or use a

sharp pointed object to operate the

panel.

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5-2.Lexus Climate Concierge

Lexus Climate Concierge operates in
conjunction with the automatic mode
switch of the air conditioning control
panel.

Select

in the main menu on the

Center Display.

Select “Climate”.

Select “Options”.

Select “Climate concierge”.

Turn the automatic mode switch on.

■

Changing Lexus Climate Concierge

control screen between front/rear

(vehicles with 4-zone climate control)

Select “Rear” to display the rear air condi-

tioning system screen.
Select “Front” to display the front air condi-

tioning system screen.



Automatic air conditioning system
(



P.352, 360)

The temperature can be adjusted inde-
pendently for each seat.



Seat heaters and ventilators
(



P.363)

Heating or ventilation is automatically
selected according to the set temperature
of the air conditioning system, the outside
temperature, etc.



Heated steering wheel (if equipped)
(



P.363)

Heated steering wheel operates automati-
cally according to the set temperature of
the air conditioning system, the outside
temperature, etc.

■

Passenger detection functions

●

When a passenger is detected in the

front passenger seat, the seat heater and

ventilator will operate automatically.

●

When a passenger is detected in a rear

seat, the seat heater and ventilator will

operate automatically. (vehicles with

power rear seat)

■

Seat heater/ventilator operation

When automatic mode is selected using the

seat heater/ventilator switch, passenger

detection is not performed.

■

Rear seat heater operation (vehicles

with dual-zone climate control)

The rear seat heaters are not controlled by

the Lexus Climate Concierge.

Lexus Climate Concierge

The seat heaters, seat ventilators
and heated steering wheel are each
automatically controlled according
to the set temperature of the air
conditioning system, the outside
and cabin temperature, etc. Lexus
Climate Concierge allows a com-
fortable condition to be maintained
without adjusting each system.

Lexus Climate Concierge can be
operated using the air conditioning
control panel (



P.352) and air

conditioning control screen on the
Center Display (



P.355).

Turning on Lexus Climate Con-
cierge

Operation of each system

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5-3.Using the air conditioning system and defogger

Left-hand side temperature control switch
Automatic mode switch
Off switch
Fan speed decreases switch
Fan speed increases switch
Windshield defogger switch
Rear window defogger and outside rear view mirror defoggers switch
Outside/recirculated air mode switch
Right-hand side temperature control switch

■

Adjusting the temperature

Operate the temperature control
switch upwards to increase the tem-
perature and downwards to decrease
the temperature.

■

Setting the fan speed

Operate the

switch to increase the

fan speed and the

switch to

decrease the fan speed.

Press the off switch to turn the fan off.

■

Changing the air flow mode



P.355

■

Switching between outside air and
recirculated air modes

Press the outside/recirculated air
mode switch.

Front automatic air conditioning system

Air outlets and fan speed are automatically adjusted according to the tem-
perature setting.

The air conditioning system can be operated using the air conditioning control
panel and air conditioning control screen on the Center Display (



P.355).

Air conditioning controls

A
B
C
D

E
F

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The mode changes as follows each time
the switch is pressed.

automatic mode



(outside air

mode)



(recirculated air mode)



automatic mode

When the system is switched to automatic
mode, the air conditioning system operates
automatically.

■

Defogging the windshield

Defoggers are used to defog the wind-
shield and front side windows.
Press the windshield defogger switch.

Set the outside/recirculated air mode
switch to outside air mode if the recircu-
lated air mode is used. (It may switch auto-
matically.)
To defog the windshield and the side win-
dows quickly, turn the air flow and tem-
perature up.
To return to the previous mode, press the
windshield defogger switch again when the
windshield is defogged.

■

Defogging the rear window and
outside rear view mirrors

Defoggers are used to defog the rear
window, and to remove raindrops, dew
and frost from the outside rear view
mirrors.
Press the rear window and outside rear
view mirror defoggers switch.

The defoggers will automatically turn off
after a while. The operation time changes
according to the ambient temperature and
vehicle speed.

■

Windshield wiper de-icer (if
equipped)



P.356

■

When the outside temperature exceeds

75°F (24°C) and the air conditioning

system is on

●

In order to reduce the air conditioning

power consumption, the air conditioning

system may switch to recirculated air

mode automatically. This may also

reduce fuel consumption.

●

It is possible to switch to outside air mode

at any time by pressing the outside/recir-

culated air mode switch.

■

Fogging up of the windows

The windows will easily fog up when the

humidity in the vehicle is high. Turning “A/C”

on will dehumidify the air from the outlets

and defog the windshield effectively.

●

If you turn “A/C” off, the windows may fog

up more easily.

●

The windows may fog up if the recircu-

lated air mode is used.

■

When driving on dusty roads

Close all windows. If dust thrown up by the

vehicle is still drawn into the vehicle after

closing the windows, it is recommended

that the air intake mode be set to outside air

mode and the fan speed to any setting

except off.

■

Outside/recirculated air mode

●

Setting to the recirculated air mode tem-

porarily is recommended in preventing

dirty air from entering the vehicle interior

and helping to cool the vehicle when the

outside air temperature is high.

●

Outside/recirculated air mode may auto-

matically switch depending on the tem-

perature setting or the inside

temperature.

■

Registering air conditioning settings to

electronic keys

●

Unlocking the vehicle using an electronic

key and turning the power switch to ON

mode will recall that key’s registered air

conditioning settings.

●

When the power switch is turned off, the

current air conditioning settings will auto-

matically be registered to the electronic

key that was used to unlock the vehicle.

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●

The system may not operate correctly if

more than one electronic key is in the

vicinity or if the smart access system with

push-button start is used to unlock a pas-

senger door.

●

The doors that can recall the air condi-
tioning setting

when unlocked using the

smart access system with push-button

start can be changed. For details, contact

your Lexus dealer.

: The doors that can recall the driving

position memory are changed at the
same time.

■

Operation of the air conditioning sys-

tem in Eco drive mode

In Eco drive mode, the air conditioning sys-

tem is controlled as follows to prioritize fuel

efficiency:

●

Engine speed and compressor operation

controlled to restrict heating/cooling

capacity

●

Fan speed restricted when automatic

mode is selected

To improve air conditioning performance,

perform the following operations:

●

Turn off eco air conditioning mode

(



P.355)

●

Adjust the fan speed

●

Turn off Eco drive mode (



P.332)

■

When the outside temperature falls to

nearly 32°F (0°C)

The dehumidification function may not

operate even when “A/C” is selected.

■

Ventilation and air conditioning odors

●

To let fresh air in, set the air conditioning

system to the outside air mode.

●

During use, various odors from inside and

outside the vehicle may enter into and

accumulate in the air conditioning sys-

tem. This may then cause odor to be

emitted from the vents.

●

To reduce potential odors from occur-

ring:

• It is recommended that the air condition-

ing 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 imme-

diately after the air conditioning system is

started in automatic mode or with the

micro dust and pollen filter on.

●

When parking, the system automatically

switches to outside air mode to encour-

age better air circulation throughout the

vehicle, helping to reduce odors that

occur when starting the vehicle.

■

Using the voice control system

Air conditioning system can be operated

using voice control system. For details, refer

to the “MULTIMEDIA OWNER’S MAN-

UAL”.

■

Air conditioning filter



P.435

■

Air conditioning system refrigerant

●

A label regarding the refrigerant of the

air conditioning system is attached to the

hood at the location shown in the follow-

ing illustration.

●

The meaning of each symbol on the label

are as follows:

Caution

Air conditioning system

Air conditioning system
lubricant type

Requires registered tech-
nician to service air condi-
tioning system

Flammable refrigerant

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Customization

Some functions can be customized.

(



P.509)

■

Main control screen

Select

in the main menu on the

Center Display.

Select “Climate”.

Select “Front”.

Sub menu

Selecting the sub menu item to switch the
screen display.
“Front” : Display the front air conditioning
control screen
“Rear” : Display the rear air conditioning
control screen (vehicles with 4-zone cli-
mate control) (



P.360)

“Options” : Display the option screen
(



P.356)

Select the air flow mode

Each time the switch is selected, the airflow
mode is changed.

: Air flows to the upper body

: Air flows to the upper body and feet

: Air flows to the feet

: Air flows to the feet and the wind-

shield defogger operates
Depending on the conditions, some air
may also flow to other areas than the
selected air outlets.

Turn the function on/off

Each of the following functions can be
switched on and off.
When the function is on, the indicator illu-
minates on the control screen.
“A/C”: Set cooling and dehumidification
function

WARNING

■

To prevent the windshield from fog-

ging up

Do not use the windshield defogger

switch during cool air operation in

extremely humid weather. The difference

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.

■

When the outside rear view mirror

defoggers are operating

Do not touch the outside rear view mir-

ror surfaces, as they can become very

hot and burn you.

NOTICE

■

To prevent 12-volt battery discharge

Do not leave the air conditioning system

on longer than necessary when the

hybrid system is off.

■

When repairing/replacing parts of

the air conditioning system

Have repair/replacement performed by

your Lexus dealer.

When a part of the air conditioning sys-

tem, such as the evaporator, is to be

replaced, it must be replaced with a new

one.

Air conditioning control screen

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“Sync”: Adjust the temperature for driver’s
side and front passenger’s side simultane-
ously (vehicles with dual-zone climate con-
trol) / Adjust the temperature for the
driver, front passenger and left and right
rear passenger seats simultaneously (vehi-
cles with 4-zone climate control)
(



P.358)

: Select front seat concentrated

airflow mode (S-FLOW) (



P.357)

Fan speed level display

The current fan speed level is displayed.

■

Option control screen

The functions can be switched

(on) and

(off), or the function set-

tings can be selected from multiple
options.

Set Lexus Climate Concierge
(



P.351)

Set eco air conditioning mode

Air conditioning and heater output is lim-
ited to prioritize fuel economy.

Prevent ice from building up on the
windshield and wiper blades
(Windshield wiper de-icer) (if
equipped)
Removing pollen from the air
(Micro dust and pollen filter)

■

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.

■

Eco air conditioning mode

When Eco drive mode is selected using the

driving mode select switch, eco air condi-

tioning mode turns on.
When a drive mode other than Eco drive

mode is selected, eco air conditioning

mode may turn off.

■

Micro dust and pollen filter

Outside air mode switches to

(recirculated air) mode. Pollen is removed

from the air and the air flows to the upper

part of the body.
Usually the system will automatically turn

off after a while.
In order to prevent the windshield from fog-

ging up when the outside air is cold, the

dehumidification function may operate or

the outside/recirculated air mode may not
switch to

(recirculated air) mode.

Pollen is filtered even if the micro dust and

pollen filter is turned off.

Press the automatic mode switch.

Press the outside/recirculated air
mode switch to switch to automatic
air intake mode.

The air conditioning system automatically

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

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switches between outside air and recircu-

lated air modes.

Adjust the temperature setting.

To stop the operation, press the off
switch.

If the fan speed setting 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.

■

Windshield fog detection function

When automatic mode is set, the humidity

sensor detects fog on the windshield and

controls the air conditioning system to pre-

vent fog.

■

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.

This function automatically controls the
air conditioning airflow so that priority
is given to the front seats. When the
front passenger seat is not occupied,
airflow may switch to only the driver's
seat. Unnecessary air conditioning is
suppressed, contributing to increased
fuel efficiency.
Front seat concentrated airflow mode
operates in the following situations.



No passengers are detected in the
rear seats



The windshield defogger is not
operating



Pollen removal mode is not operat-
ing

While operating, the indicator on the air
conditioning control screen illuminates.

■

Manually turning front seat con-
centrated airflow mode on/off

In front seat concentrated airflow
mode, directing airflow to the front
seats only and to all seats can be

NOTICE

■

Humidity sensor

In order to detect fog on the windshield,

a sensor which monitors the temperature

of the windshield, the surround humidity,

etc. is installed.

Follow these points to avoid damaging

the sensor:

●

Do not disassemble the sensor

●

Do not spray glass cleaner on the sen-

sor or subject it to strong impacts

●

Do not stick anything on the sensor

Front seat concentrated airflow
mode (S-FLOW)

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switched via switch operation. When
the mode has been switched manually,
automatic airflow control stops operat-
ing.

Select

on the main control

screen (



P.355) and switch the air-

flow.



Indicator illuminated: Airflow to the
front seats only



Indicator off: Airflow to all the seats.

■

Operation of automatic airflow control

●

In order to maintain a comfortable inte-

rior, airflow may be directed to seats

without passengers immediately after the

hybrid system is started and at other

times depending on the outside tempera-

ture.

●

After the hybrid system is started, if pas-

sengers move around inside or enter/exit

the vehicle, the system cannot accurately

detect the presence of passengers and

automatic airflow control will not oper-

ate.

■

Operation of manual airflow control

Even if the function is manually switched to

directing airflow to only the front seats,

when a rear seat is occupied, it may auto-

matically direct airflow to all seats.

■

To return to automatic airflow control

With the indicator off, turn the power

switch off.

After 60 minutes or more elapse, turn

the power switch to ON mode.



Vehicles with dual-zone climate
control

To turn on the “Sync” mode, select the
“Sync” on the air conditioning control
screen.

The driver’s side temperature control
switches can be used to adjust the tem-
perature for the driver’s side and front pas-
senger’s side.
To enter individual mode, operate the pas-
senger’s side temperature control switches
or select the “Sync” again.
The indicator on the air conditioning con-
trol screen comes on when the “Sync”
mode is on.



Vehicles with 4-zone climate con-
trol

To turn on the “Sync” mode, select the
“Sync” on the air conditioning control
screen.

The driver’s side temperature control
switches can be used to adjust the tem-
perature for the driver’s seat, front passen-
ger’s seat and left and right rear passenger
seats side.
To enter individual mode, operate the pas-
senger’s side or left and right rear passen-
ger seats side temperature control
switches or select the “Sync” again.
The indicator on the air conditioning con-
trol screen comes on when the “Sync”
mode is on.

Adjusting the temperature for
driver seat, front passenger seat-
and rear passenger seats simul-
taneously (“Sync” mode)

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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



Front center/front side

Direct air flow to the left or right, up
or down

Turn the knob to open or close the
vent



Rear center/rear side

Direct air flow to the left or right, up
or down

Turn the knob to open or close the
vent

Air outlet layout and operations

WARNING

■

To prevent the windshield defogger

from operating improperly

Do not place anything on the instrument

panel which may cover the air outlets.

Otherwise, air flow may be obstructed,

preventing the windshield defoggers

from defogging.

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: If equipped

■

Center Display

Select

in the main menu on the

Center Display.

Select “Climate”.

Select “Rear”.

Adjust the left side rear seat tem-
perature setting
Select the left side rear seat air flow
mode
Adjust the rear seats fan speed set-
ting
Select the right side rear seat air
flow mode

: Air flows to the upper body

: Air flows to the upper body and feet

: Air flows to the feet

Depending on the conditions, some air
may also flow to other areas than the
selected air outlets.

Adjust the right side rear seat tem-
perature setting
Switch the following functions on
and off

“REAR OFF”: Turn the rear seats fan off
“REAR AUTO”: Set the rear seats auto-
matic mode on/off (



P.361)

“REAR LOCK”: Disables operation of the
rear air conditioning system using the Rear
Multi Operation Panel

■

Rear Multi Operation Panel

Touch “Climate” on the home screen to
display the rear air conditioning con-
trol screen. (



P.348)

Some functions of the rear air condi-
tioning system can also be operated
from the shortcut screen.

The Rear Multi Operation Panel cannot be
used to operate the rear air conditioning
system if the function is disabled.



Rear air conditioning control screen

Rear automatic air condi-
tioning system

The air outlets and fan speed are
automatically adjusted according
to the temperature setting.

The rear air conditioning system
can be operated using the Center
Display or Rear Multi Operation
Panel.

Rear air conditioning control
screen

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Adjust the left side rear seat tem-
perature setting
Select the left side rear seat air flow
mode

: Air flows to the upper body

: Air flows to the upper body and feet

: Air flows to the feet

Set the rear seats automatic mode
on/off (



P.361)

Select the right side rear seat air
flow mode
Turn the rear seats fan off
Adjust the right side rear seat tem-
perature setting
Adjust the rear seats fan speed set-
ting



Shortcut screen

Adjust the left side rear seat tem-
perature setting
Adjust the right side rear seat tem-
perature setting



Center Display

Select “REAR AUTO” on the rear
air conditioning control screen.
(



P.360)

To stop the operation, select
“REAR OFF” on the rear air condi-
tioning control screen. (



P.360)

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 Multi Operation Panel

Select “AUTO” on the rear air con-
ditioning control screen. (



P.360)

To stop the operation, select “OFF”
on the rear air conditioning control
screen. (



P.360)

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 around the upper body

even when the heater is on due to sunlight.

E
F

Using automatic mode

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The temperature setting of the rear
seats can be adjusted using the follow-
ing methods:



When the “Sync” indicator is on:
Adjust the driver’s seat temperature.

Adjust the temperature setting of each
rear seat using the Center Display or Rear
Multi Operation Panel.



Adjust the temperature setting of
each rear seat using the Center Dis-
play (rear air conditioning control
screen) or Rear Multi Operation
Panel.

The temperature setting of each rear seat
can be changed independently.

■

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



Rear center outlets and rear side
outlets

Direct air flow to the left or right, up
or down

Turn the knob to open or close the
vent



Roof side outlets (if equipped)

Direct air flow to the left or right, up or
down

Adjusting the temperature set-
ting of the rear seats

Air outlet layout and operations

NOTICE

■

To prevent 12-volt battery discharge

Do not leave the air conditioning system

on longer than necessary when the

hybrid system is off.

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■

Center Display

Select

on the main menu.

Select “Comfort”.



Heated steering wheel/front seat
heater/front seat ventilator

Adjust the front seat ventilator fan
speed level

Each time the switch is pressed, the opera-
tion condition changes as follows.
AUTO (lit)



Hi (3 segments lit)



Mid

(2 segments lit)



Lo (1 segment lit)



Off

Adjust the front seat heater tem-
perature level

Each time the switch is pressed, the opera-
tion condition changes as follows.

Heated steering wheel/seat
heaters/seat ventilators

Heated steering wheel (if
equipped):

Warms up the grip of the steering
wheel.

Front seat heaters/Rear seat heat-
ers (if equipped):

Warm up the seat upholstery.

Front seat ventilators/Rear seat
ventilators (if equipped):

Maintain good ventilation by pull-
ing air through the seat upholstery.

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.)

■

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.

NOTICE

■

To prevent damage to the seat heat-

ers and seat ventilators

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 12-volt battery discharge

Do not use the functions when the hybrid

system is off.

Operating the display

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AUTO (lit)



Hi (3 segments lit)



Mid

(2 segments lit)



Lo (1 segment lit)



Off

Adjust the heated steering wheel
temperature level

Each time the switch is pressed, the opera-
tion condition changes as follows.
AUTO (lit)



Hi (2 segments lit)



Lo (1

segment lit)



Off

Set the automatic mode

• Driver’s seat heater/seat ventilator
• Front passenger’s seat heater/seat venti-

lator

• Heated steering wheel



Rear seat heater/rear seat ventilator
(if equipped)

Adjust the rear seat ventilator fan
speed level

Each time the switch is pressed, the opera-
tion condition changes as follows.
AUTO (lit)



Hi (3 segments lit)



Mid

(2 segments lit)



Lo (1 segment lit)



Off

Adjust the rear seat heater tem-
perature level

Each time the switch is pressed, the opera-
tion condition changes as follows.
AUTO (lit)



Hi (3 segments lit)



Mid

(2 segments lit)



Lo (1 segment lit)



Off

Set the automatic mode

• Left-hand side rear seat heater/rear seat

ventilator

• Right-hand side rear seat heater/rear

seat ventilator

■

Rear Multi Operation Panel (if
equipped)

Touch “Climate” on the home screen to
display the air conditioning control
screen.(



P.348)

The rear seat heaters and rear seat ventila-
tors can also be operated from the short-
cut screen.
The Rear Multi Operation Panel cannot be
used to operate the rear air conditioning
system if the function is disabled.
(



P.360)



Rear air conditioning control screen

Adjust the rear seat heater tem-
perature level

Each time the switch is selected, the tem-
perature level and level indicator (orange)
change as follows:
AUTO



Mid



OFF

Adjust the rear seat ventilator fan
speed level

Each time the switch is selected, the fan
speed level and level indicator (blue)
change as follows:
AUTO



Mid



OFF

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

Shortcut screen

Adjust the rear seat heater tem-
perature level

Each time the switch is selected, the tem-
perature level and level indicator (orange)
change as follows:
AUTO



Mid



OFF

Adjust the rear seat ventilator fan
speed level

Each time the switch is selected, the fan
speed level and level indicator (blue)
change as follows:
AUTO



Mid



OFF

■

Heated steering wheel (if
equipped)

Each time the switch is pressed, the
operation condition changes as fol-
lows.

AUTO (lit)



Hi (2 segments lit)



Lo (1

segment lit)



Off

The AUTO indicator

and/or level indi-

cator

illuminates during operation.

■

Seat heaters



Front seat heaters

Each time the switch is pressed, the
operation condition changes as fol-
lows.

AUTO (lit)



Hi (3 segments lit)



Mid

(2 segments lit)



Lo (1 segment lit)



Off

The AUTO indicator

and/or level indi-

cator

illuminates during operation.



Rear seat heaters

(if equipped)

Increases the rear seat heater tem-
perature level

Operating the switches

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The seat ventilator can be adjusted in 3 lev-
els. (Low, Mid or Hi)

Enables/Disables the automatic
mode of the rear seat heaters
Decreases the rear seat heater
temperature level

If this switch is selected when the rear seat
heater temperature level is set to Lo, the
rear seat heater will turn off.

: Vehicles without power rear seat

■

Front seat ventilators

Each time the switch is pressed, the
operation condition changes as fol-
lows.

AUTO (lit)



Hi (3 segments lit)



Mid

(2 segments lit)



Lo (1 segment lit)



Off

The AUTO indicator

and/or level indi-

cator

illuminates during operation.

■

The heated steering wheel, seat heaters

and seat ventilators can be used when

The power switch is in ON mode.

■

Air conditioning system-linked control

mode

When the seat ventilator fan speed level is

Hi, the seat ventilator fan speed becomes

higher according to the fan speed of the air

conditioning system.

■

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 ventilator and seat

heater of the front passenger’s seat will be

turned off if on. (



P.357)

■

Customization

Some functions can be customized.

(



P.509)

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5-4.Using the interior lights

Rear personal lights (



P.368)

Inside door handle lights
Front personal lights (



P.368)

Front interior lights (



P.368)

Clock light
Footwell lights
Power switch light
Door trim ornament lights
Door courtesy lights
Seat belt buckle lights
Outer foot lights
Rear interior light (



P.368)

Shift lever lights

Interior lights list

Location of the interior lights

A
B
C
D

E
F

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5-4. Using the interior lights

■

Turning the door position on

Press the door-linked interior light
switch

The lights are turned on and off according
to whether the doors are opened/closed.
When the door position is on, the indicator

illuminates.

■

Turning the lights on/off



Front

Turns the lights on/off (touch the light)

When a door is opened while the door
position is on, the lights turn on.



Rear

On/off

The rear interior lights turn on/off together
the front interior lights.
When a door is opened while the door
position is on, the lights turn on.

■

Using the Rear Multi Operation
Panel (if equipped)

Display the home screen and then
touch “Shade/Lamp” or “Lamp”.
(



P.348)

To turn on/off the rear interior
lights, touch the respective button.

■

Turning the lights on/off



Front

Turns the lights on/off (touch the light)

When a door is opened while the door
position is on, the lights turn on.

Operating the interior lights

Operating the personal lights

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

Rear

On/dimmed/off

When a door is opened while the door
position is on, the lights turn on.

■

Using the Rear Multi Operation
Panel (if equipped)

Display the home screen and then
touch “Shade/Lamp” or “Lamp”.
(



P.348)

To turn on/dimmed/off the rear per-
sonal lights, touch the respective
button.

■

Illuminated entry system

The lights automatically turn on/off accord-

ing to the power switch mode, the presence

of the electronic key, whether the doors are

locked/unlocked, and whether the doors

are open/closed.

■

To prevent the 12-volt battery from

being discharged

If the interior lights remain on when the

power switch is turned off, the lights will go

off automatically after 20 minutes.

■

When front interior light or front per-

sonal lights do not respond as normal

●

When water, dirt, etc., have adhered to

the lens surface

●

When operated with a wet hand

●

When wearing gloves, etc.

■

The interior lights may turn on automati-

cally when

If any of the SRS airbags deploy (inflate) or

in the event of a strong rear impact, the inte-

rior lights will turn on automatically.
The interior lights will turn off automatically

after approximately 20 minutes.
The interior lights can be turned off manu-

ally. However, in order to help prevent fur-

ther collisions, it is recommended that they

be left on until safety can be ensured.
(The interior lights may not turn on auto-

matically depending on the force of the

impact and conditions of the collision.)

■

Customization

Some functions can be customized.

(



P.509)

NOTICE

■

To prevent 12-volt battery discharge

Do not leave the lights on longer than

necessary when the hybrid system is off.

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5-5.Using the storage features



Vehicles without power rear seat

Glove box (



P.372)

Auxiliary boxes (



Cup holders (

Console box (

Coin holder (

List of storage features

Location of the storage features

A
B
C
D

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

Vehicles with power rear seat

Glove box (



P.372)

Auxiliary boxes (



Cup holders (

Console box (

Coin holder (

Open (push button)

Unlock with the mechanical key

Lock with the mechanical key

WARNING

■

Items that should not be left in the

storage spaces

Do not leave glasses, lighters or spray

cans in the storage spaces, as this may

cause the following when cabin tempera-

ture becomes high:

●

Glasses may be deformed by heat or

cracked if they come into contact with

other stored items.

●

Lighters or spray cans may explode. If

they come into contact with other

stored items, the lighter may catch fire

or the spray can may release gas,

causing a fire hazard.

Glove box

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■

Glove box light

The glove box light turns on when the tail

lights are on.

■

Trunk opener main switch

The trunk opener main switch is located in

the glove box. (



P.113)

■

Removing the partition

The partition inside the glove box can be

removed by pulling it.

Push the button.

■

Coin holder light

The coin holder light turns on when the tail

lights are on.



Front

Press in and release the button.



Rear (vehicles without power rear
seat)

Pull the armrest down then push in the
cup holder trim to extend the cup hold-
ers.



Rear (vehicles with power rear seat)

Press in and release the button.

WARNING

■

Caution while driving

Keep the glove box closed. In the event

of sudden braking or sudden swerving,

an accident may occur due to an occu-

pant being struck by the open glove box

or the items stored inside.

Coin holder

WARNING

■

Caution while driving

Keep the coin holder closed.

Injuries may result in the event of an acci-

dent or sudden braking.

Cup holders

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■

When stowing the rear cup holders

(vehicles without power rear seat)

Stow the cup holder with the armrest down.

The cup holder cannot be stowed if the

armrest is not down.

Press a button to open the console box.

The console box can be opened from
either side.

With the lid closed, a smartphone can
be placed in the front portion of the
console box.

Depending on the situations, such as the
size or shape of a smartphone, it may not
be stored.

■

Console box light

The console box light turns on when the tail

lights are on.

■

Trays in the console box

The trays can be removed and/or slid.

WARNING

■

Items unsuitable for the cup holder

Do not place anything other than cups or

beverage cans in the cup holders.

Inappropriate items must not be stored in

the cup holders even if the lid is closed.

Other items may be thrown out of the

holders in the event of an accident or

sudden braking and cause injury. If possi-

ble, cover hot drinks to prevent burns.

■

When not in use

Keep the cup holders closed.

Injuries may result in the event of an acci-

dent or sudden braking.

NOTICE

■

To prevent damage to the rear cup

holder (vehicles without power rear

seat)

Stow the cup holder before stowing the

armrest.

■

To avoid damaging the power outlet

Close the lid of the power outlet in the

front cup holder when the power outlet is

not in use. Foreign objects or liquids that

enter the power outlet may cause a short

circuit.

Console box

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

Overhead

Press in the button.

This box is useful for temporarily storing
sunglasses and similar small items.



Rear seat (vehicles without power
rear seat)

Pull the armrest down then push the
knob and lift the lid to open it.



Rear seat (vehicles with power rear
seat)

Pull the armrest down then press the
button to open the lid.

WARNING

■

Caution while driving

●

Keep the console box closed.

Injuries may result in the event of an

accident or sudden braking.

●

Make sure that a smartphone stored in

the front portion will not interfere with

the shifting operation. If your hand is

caught by the stored smartphone

while shifting, a mis-shift may occur,

possibly leading to an accident.

NOTICE

■

Trays

Do not insert items exceeding the height

of each tray. Doing so may prevent open-

ing and closing of the lid.

Auxiliary boxes

WARNING

■

Caution while driving

Do not leave the auxiliary box open while

driving.

Items may fall out and cause death or

serious injury in case of an accident or

sudden stop.

■

Items unsuitable for storing (over-

head)

Do not store items heavier than 0.4 lb.

(0.2 kg).

Doing so may cause the auxiliary box to

open and the items inside may fall out,

resulting in an accident.

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