2012 Lexus CT 200h Owners Manual - Page 293

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3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger

CT200h_U (OM76040U)

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Window defogger feature

Recirculated air mode may automatically switch to

(outside air) mode in sit-

uations where the windows need to be defogged.

■

Micro dust and pollen filter

●

In order to prevent the windshield from fogging up when the outside air is cold,

the following may occur:

°

Outside air mode does not switch to

(recirculated air) mode.

°

The air conditioning system operates automatically.

°

The operation cancels after 1 minute.

●

In rainy weather, the windows may fog up. Press

.

■

When outside air temperature is below 32

°

F (0

°

C)

The cooling and dehumidification function may not operate even when

is

pressed.

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Operation of the air conditioning system in Eco drive mode

In the Eco drive mode, the air conditioning system is controlled as follows to priori-

tize 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:

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Adjust the fan speed

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Turn off Eco drive mode

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Customize the air conditioning control of Eco drive mode. (

→

P. 701)