LEXUS RC300, RC350 (2019 year). Instruction — part 13

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: Refer to the “NAVIGATION AND

MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM OWNER’S
MANUAL”.

*2

: This function is not available on some

models.

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Split-screen display (Vehicles with a 10.3-inch display)

Different information can be displayed on the left and right sides of the screen. For
example, air conditioning system screen can be displayed and operated while the
fuel consumption information screen is being displayed. The large screen on the
left of the display is called the main display, and the small screen to the right is
called the side display.

Select to display the
hands-free control
screen.

*1

Select to display the
“Apps” screen.

*1, 2

When an Apple
CarPlay connection
is established and
this button displays
“Apple CarPlay”,
select to display the
home screen of
Apple CarPlay.

*1, 2

Select to display the
information screen.

*1

(

P.78)

Switch

Function

Select to display the
setup screen.

*1

Select to display the
air conditioning con-
trol screen.
(

P.206)

Select to adjust the
contrast and bright-
ness of the screens,
turn the screen off,
etc.

*1, 2

Switch

Function

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Main display (Vehicles with a
10.3-inch display)

For details about the functions and
operation of the main display, refer to
the respective section and “NAVIGA-
TION AND MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM
OWNER’S MANUAL”.

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Side display (Vehicles with a
10.3-inch display)

The following functions can be dis-
played and operated on the side dis-
play.
Select

or

to display the desired

screen.

Navigation system

*

Audio

*

Vehicle information (

P.80)

Air conditioning system (

P.208)

Show/hide the side display

*

*

: Refer to the “NAVIGATION AND

MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM OWNER’S
MANUAL”.

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Screen display during low temperatures

When the ambient temperature is

extremely low, screen response may be

delayed even if the Remote Touch is oper-

ated.

A
B
C
D

E

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Left-hand side temperature control switch
Automatic mode switch
Off switch
Fan speed down switch
Fan speed up switch
Air flow mode switch
Right-hand side temperature control switch
DUAL mode switch
A/C switch
Outside/recirculated air mode switch
Rear window defogger and outside rear view mirror defoggers switch
Windshield defogger switch

Automatic air conditioning system

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

Press the “MENU” button on the Remote Touch, then select “Climate” to dis-
play the air conditioning control screen. (

P.202)

The air conditioning system can be displayed and operated on the side display.

Air conditioning controls

A
B
C
D

E
F

G

H

I

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K

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Adjusting the temperature setting

To adjust the temperature setting,
touch and slide your finger up or down
on the sensor.

The temperature setting can also be
adjusted by touching on the sensor.
When the temperature setting is changed,
a buzzer sounds.

If

is not pressed, the system will

blow ambient temperature air or heated
air.

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Fan speed setting

Press

to increase the fan

speed.

Press

to decrease the fan

speed.

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Change the airflow mode

To change the airflow, press

.

The air outlets used are switched each time
the button is pressed.

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.

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Other functions

 Switching between outside air and

recirculated air modes (

P.208)

 Defogging the windshield

(

P.209)

 Defogging the rear window and

outside rear view mirrors (

P.209)

Display the air conditioning control

Air conditioning control screen

A
B

C
D

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screen
Display the option control screen
(

P.207)

Adjust the left-hand side tempera-
ture setting
Adjust the fan speed setting
Select the air flow mode
Adjust the right-hand side tem-
perature setting
Function on/off indicators

When the function is on, the indicator illu-
minates on the control screen.

Display the sub function menu
(

P.207)

Using the Remote Touch, select the button
on the screen and activate it by pressing on
or double tapping the Remote Touch Pad.

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Option control screen

Select

on the air conditioning con-

trol screen to display the option control
screen. The functions can be switched
on and off.

Adjusting the temperature for
driver and passenger seats sepa-
rately (“DUAL” mode) (

P.208)

Select to set eco mode on/off
(

P.210)

Set cooling and dehumidification

function on/off

If the “A/C” indicator is turned off, the sys-
tem will blow ambient temperature air or
heated air.

Removing pollen from the air
(Micro dust and pollen filter)
(

P.209)

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Sub function menu

When the sub function button on the
Remote Touch is pressed, the following
functions can be switched on and off.

Set automatic mode on/off
(

P.208)

Turn the fan off
Set cooling and dehumidification
function on/off

If the “A/C” indicator is turned off, the sys-
tem will blow ambient temperature air or
heated air.

Adjust the temperature for driver
and passenger seats separately
(“DUAL” mode) (

P.208)

Select to set eco mode on/off
(

P.210)

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C

D

E
F

G

H

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B

C

D

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B
C

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Side display (vehicle with a naviga-
tion system)

Adjust the left-hand side tempera-
ture setting
Adjust the fan speed setting
Adjust the right-hand side tem-
perature setting
Set cooling and dehumidification
function on/off

If the “A/C” indicator is turned off, the sys-
tem will blow ambient temperature air or
heated air.

Adjust the temperature for the
driver's and front passenger's seats
separately (“DUAL” mode)
(

P.208)

Select the air flow mode

1

Press

, or select “AUTO”

on the air conditioning control
screen.

2

Press

to switch to

automatic air intake mode.

The air conditioning system automatically

switches between outside air and recircu-

lated air modes.

3

Adjust the temperature setting.

4

To stop the operation, press

or select “Off” on the sub

function menu.

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Automatic mode indicator

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.

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Adjusting the temperature for
driver and passenger seats sepa-
rately (“DUAL” mode)

To turn on the “DUAL” mode, perform
any of the following procedures:

 Press .
 Select “DUAL” on the air condition-

ing control screen.

 Adjust the passenger’s side tem-

perature setting.

The indicator comes on when the “DUAL”
mode is on.
While in “DUAL” mode, the temperature of
the rear air outlets is set at the right-hand
side temperature setting.

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Switching between outside air and
recirculated air modes

Press .

The mode switches among

(recircu-

lated air mode), automatic and

(out-

side air mode) modes each time the button
is pressed.
When the system is switched to automatic
mode, the air conditioning system operates

Using automatic mode

A

B
C

D

E

F

Other functions

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automatically.
The indicator above the selected button
comes on.

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Micro dust and pollen filter

Pollen is removed from the air and the
air flows to the upper part of the body.

Select

on the option control

screen.

When the micro dust and pollen filter is on,

is displayed on the air conditioning

control screen.
In order to prevent the windshield from
fogging up when the outside air is cold, the
dehumidification function may operate.
Pollen is filtered even if the micro dust and
pollen filter is turned off.

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Defogging the windshield

Defoggers are used to defog the wind-
shield and side windows.

Press .

Set the outside/recirculated air mode but-
ton to outside air mode if the recirculated
air mode is used. (It may switch automati-
cally.)
To defog the windshield and the side win-
dows early, turn the air flow and tempera-
ture up.
To return to the previous mode, press

again when the windshield is

defogged.

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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 defoggers will automatically turn off
after a period of time.

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Windshield wiper de-icer (if
equipped)

This feature is used to prevent ice from
building up on the windshield and
wiper blades.
Turns on/off.

The indicator comes on when the wind-
shield wiper de-icer is on.

The windshield de-icer will automatically
turn off after a period of time.

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Registering air conditioning settings to

electronic keys (vehicles with driving

position memory)

●

Unlocking the vehicle using an electronic

key and turning the engine switch to

IGNITION ON mode will recall that

key's registered air conditioning settings.

●

When the engine 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.

●

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

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*

: The doors that can recall the driving

position memory are changed at the
same time.

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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

is pressed or “AUTO” is

selected.

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Using the voice command system

Air conditioning system can be operated

using voice commands. For details, refer to

the “NAVIGATION AND MULTIMEDIA

SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.

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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 win-

dows may fog up more easily.

●

The windows may fog up if the recircu-

lated air mode is used.

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Outside/recirculated air mode

●

When driving on dusty roads such as tun-

nels or in heavy traffic, set the out-

side/recirculated air mode button to the

recirculated air mode. This is effective in

preventing outside air from entering the

vehicle interior. During cooling opera-

tion, setting the recirculated air mode will

also cool the vehicle interior effectively.

●

Outside/recirculated air mode may auto-

matically switch depending on the tem-

perature setting or the inside

temperature.

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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.

●

Recirculated air mode is selected as a

default mode when the engine switch is

turned to IGNITION ON mode.

●

It is possible to switch to outside air mode

at any time by pressing

.

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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 dehumidification function is off,

and the fan is operating, turning automatic

mode on will activate the dehumidification

function.

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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:

●

Adjust the fan speed

●

Turn off Eco drive mode

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When the outside temperature falls to

nearly 32°F (0°C)

The dehumidification function may not
operate even when

is pressed or

“A/C” is selected.

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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.

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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.

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Air conditioning filter

P.264

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Customization

Some functions can be customized.

(

P.339)

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Location of air outlets

The air outlets and air volume changes
according to the selected airflow
mode.

■

Adjusting the position of and open-
ing and closing the air outlets



Front

Direct air flow to the left or right, up
or down
Turn the knob to open or close the
vent



Rear

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

To close the vent, move the knob to the
most outside position.

Air outlets

WARNING

■

To prevent the windshield from fog-

ging up

●

Do not use

during cool air

operation in extremely humid weather.

The difference between the tempera-

ture of the outside air and that of the

windshield can cause the outer surface

of the windshield to fog up, blocking

your vision.

●

Do not place anything on the instru-

ment panel which may cover the air

outlets. Otherwise, air flow may be

obstructed, preventing the windshield

defoggers from defogging.

A

B

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: If equipped

Turn the heated steering wheel on/off

The indicator

light comes on when the

WARNING

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To prevent burns

●

Do not touch the rear view mirror sur-

faces when the outside rear view mir-

ror defoggers are on.

●

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.

NOTICE

■

To prevent battery discharge

Do not leave the air conditioning system

on longer than necessary when the

engine is stopped.

Heated steering wheel

*

/seat

heaters

*

/seat ventilators

*

Heated steering wheel and seat
heaters heat the side grips of the
steering wheel and seats, respec-
tively. Seat ventilators maintain
good ventilation using a fan built
into the seat.

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.)

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 battery discharge

Do not use the functions when the

engine is off.

Heated steering wheel

A

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heated steering wheel is operating.

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Operation condition

The engine switch is in IGNITION ON

mode.

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Timer function

The heated steering wheel will automati-

cally turn off after about 30 minutes.



Vehicles without seat ventilators

Each time the switch is pressed, the
intensity of the seat heater changes
and the level indicator lights (amber)

light as follows:

Hi (3 segments lit)

Mid (2 segments

lit)

Lo (1 segment lit)Off



Vehicles with seat ventilators

Each time the switch is pressed, the
intensity of the seat heater changes
and the level indicator lights (amber)

light as follows:

Hi (3 segments lit)

Mid (2 segments

lit)

Lo (1 segment lit)Off

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Operation condition

The engine switch is in IGNITION ON

mode.

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Seat heater timer control

To enable seat heater timer control, press

and hold the driver and front passenger

seat heater switches at the same time when

the vehicle is stopped until a buzzer sounds

once. If a seat heater is turned on while seat

heater timer control is enabled, the intensity

of the seat heater will automatically change

from Hi

MidLo.

The timing of the change in seat heater

intensity differs depending on the tempera-

ture inside the cabin, etc. when the seat

heater is operating.
To disable seat heater timer control, press

and hold the driver and front passenger

seat heater switches at the same time until a

buzzer sounds twice.

Seat heaters

A

WARNING

■

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.

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Each time the switch is pressed, the
intensity of the seat ventilator changes
and the level indicator lights (green)

light as follows:

Hi (3 segments lit)

Mid (2 segments

lit)

Lo (1 segment lit)Off

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Operation condition

The engine switch is in IGNITION ON

mode.

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Air conditioning system-linked control

mode

When a seat ventilator is set to Hi, the fan

speed of the seat ventilator may increase

according to the fan speed of the air condi-

tioning system.

Seat ventilators

A

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Outer foot lights
Personal lights (

P.216)

Front interior light (

P.215)

Rear interior light (

P.215)

Door courtesy lights
Footwell lights

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Front

Turns the light on/off (touch the light)
The rear interior light turns on/off
together with the front interior light.

Turns the door position on/off

Interior lights list

Location of the interior lights

A
B
C
D

E
F

Operating the interior lights

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On

2

Off

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Rear

Turns the light on/off

If the front interior light is off, the rear light
can be turned on/off separately.

Turns the lights on/off (touch the lights)

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Illuminated entry system

The lights automatically turn on/off accord-

ing to engine switch mode, the presence of

the electronic key, whether the doors are

locked/unlocked, and whether the doors

are opened/closed.

■

To prevent the battery from being dis-

charged

If the interior lights remain on when the

engine switch is turned off, the lights will go

off automatically after 20 minutes.

■

When front interior light or personal

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.

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Customization

Some functions can be customized.

(

P.339)

Operating the personal lights

NOTICE

■

Removing light lenses

Never remove the lens for the front inte-

rior light and personal lights. Otherwise,

the lights will be damaged.

■

To prevent battery discharge

Do not leave the lights on longer than

necessary when the engine is off.

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Glove box (

P.217)

Cup holders (

P.218)

Console box (

P.218)

1

Open (press the button)

2

Unlock with the mechanical key

3

Lock with the mechanical key

List of storage features

Location of the storage features

A
B
C

WARNING

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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

engine switch is in ACCESSORY or IGNI-

TION ON mode.

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Trunk opener main switch

The trunk opener main switch is located in

the glove box. (

P.92)

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Removing the partition

The insert inside the glove box can be

removed.

Push the knob.

Lift by hand to fully open the console box.

WARNING

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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.

Cup holders

WARNING

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Items unsuitable for the cup holder

Do not place anything other than cups or

aluminum cans in the cup holders.
Other items may be thrown out of the

holders in the event of an accident or

sudden braking, causing injury. If possi-

ble, cover hot drinks to prevent burns.

Console box

WARNING

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Caution while driving

Keep the console box closed.
Injuries may result in the event of an acci-

dent or sudden braking.