2011 Lexus LS 600h Owners Manual - Page 344

3-2. Using the air conditioning system and defogger n When the hybrid battery cooling system operates l If the hybrid battery cooling system operates when the air conditioning is off, a n n n n message will be shown on the multi-information display and the air conditioning will automatically turn on. (→P. 209) l The sound of the air flow may change when cool air flows from the rear roof vents or the air purifier is in operation. This occurs when the hybrid battery is being cooled and does not indicate a malfunction. Automatic mode for air intake control In automatic mode, the system detects exhaust gas and other pollutants and automatically 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. Micro dust and pollen filter l 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. l In rainy weather, the windows may fog up. Press . Air purifier (with rear air conditioning system) The air purifier will turn on when turning the rear air conditioning system on. Air conditioning odors l 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. l 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. 3 Interior features 345