Lexus LX470 owner's manual: AIR conditioning

AIR CONDITIONING

(a) Climate control

SETTING OPERATION – automatic control

1. Push the "AUTO" button.

Air flow quantity, switching of the diffusers, on-off of the air conditioning, and switching of the air intake between RECIRCULATED AIR and OUTSIDE AIR are automatically adjusted. The operation status is shown by each indicator.

When one of the manual control buttons is depressed while operating in automatic mode, the mode relevant to the depressed button is set. Other conditions continue to be adjusted automatically.

It is recommended that you close the lower vent. For details about this, see page 195.

Push the "OFF" button to turn the air conditioning off.

2. Turn the "TEMP" knob until the desired temperature is displayed.

The "TEMP" knob is used to set the desired passenger compartment temperature. The temperature of air delivered to the passenger compartment will be controlled automatically according to the setting. The figures on the panel indicate degrees Fahrenheit or Centigrade.

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SETTING OPERATION – manual control

When one of the manual control buttons is depressed while operating in automatic mode, the mode relevant to the depressed button is set. Other conditions continue to be adjusted automatically.

If manual air flow selection is desired –

The outlets from which air is delivered can be selected manually by pressing the button. The function of each mode is as follows:

[1] Panel – Air flows mainly from the instrument panel vents.

[2] Bi-level – Air flows from both the floor vents and the instrument panel vents.

[3] Floor – Air flows mainly from the floor vents.

It is recommended that you close the lower vent. For details about this, see page 195.

[4] Floor/Windshield – Air flows mainly from the floor vents and windshield vents.

It is recommended that you close the lower vent. For details about this, see page 195.

If quick heating or cooling is desired –

Turn the "TEMP" knob until "MAX. HOT" or "MAX. COLD" appears on the display.

If manual fan speed control is desired –

▶ [1] Fan speed at low [2] Fan speed at high

The fan speed can be set to your desired speed by pushing the appropriate side of fan speed control button. The higher the fan speed is, the more air is delivered. Pushing the "OFF" button turns off the fan.

To remove exterior windshield frost, use the high speed setting.

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If manual switching of air intake is desired –

Each time you push the air intake control button, the mode changes in order from the RECIRCULATED AIR mode to AUTOMATIC mode to OUTSIDE AIR mode, then back to the RECIRCULATED AIR mode. Each indicator light shows which mode is now selected.

1 RECIRCULATED mode – If quick circulation of cooled air is desired, select this mode.

2 EXHAUST GAS AUTOMATIC mode – If the outside air contains harmful substances like exhaust gas (i.e., when the vehicle running just in front of your vehicle accelerates rapidly), the system changes automatically from the OUTSIDE AIR mode (with indicators 2 and 3 on) to the RECIRCULATED mode (with indicators 1 and 2 on).

3 OUTSIDE AIR mode – The system will take fresh outside air into the vehicle.

Turning off the air conditioning manually will cancel the EXHAUST GAS AUTOMATIC mode. If you select the “AUTO” mode during fan operating, the air conditioning turns on and the EXHAUST GAS AUTOMATIC mode will operate.

For normal use, it is best to keep the air intake control button set to OUTSIDE AIR mode. If recirculated air is used during heating, the windows will fog up more easily.

In the following cases, the RECIRCULATED mode may change to the OUTSIDE AIR mode automatically to prevent interior fog.

• When the outside temperature becomes lower than 4°C (39°F).

• When the air conditioning compressor malfunctions.

• When the air conditioning cooler refrigerant decreases.

To change the sensitivity of the sensor switching between the RECIRCULATED and OUTSIDE AIR in the AUTOMATIC mode, push the air intake control button until the "AUTO" indicator light flashes. The display changes as illustrated below.

The sensitivity of the sensor can be adjusted only while the vehicle has stopped.

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When you turn the "TEMP" knob, the sensitivity changes from "+3" down to "-3". If you do not operate any button for a few seconds or if you push a button other than the air intake control button and temperature control knob, the previous display returns.

If manual on-off of the air conditioning is desired –

Push the "A/C" button to turn the air conditioning on and push it again to turn the air conditioning off. If you turn off the air conditioning manually, the EXHAUST GAS AUTOMATIC mode will be cancelled.

If the outside temperature is lowered down to around 0°C (32°F), the air conditioning will turn off automatically. At this time, the indicator on the A/C button is off and the EXHAUST GAS AUTOMATIC indicator light remains on. However, the EXHAUST GAS AUTOMATIC mode does not operate. When the air conditioning turns on as with the raised temperature, the EXHAUST GAS AUTOMATIC mode resumes.

If the system is used for ventilation, heating in dry weather or removing frost or exterior fog on the windshield, turn the air conditioning off once it is no longer required. This will improve fuel economy. The air conditioning can be used for year-round automatic temperature control including cooling and dehumidifying operation.

If the air conditioning compressor does not operate, the indicator of the "A/C" button will blink. If the indicator of the "A/C" button blinks even when the "A/C" button is pushed again, have the compressor checked by your nearest Lexus dealer.

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(b) Windshield defogging and defrosting

To remove interior fog on the windshield – Push the "FRONT WINDSHIELD" button.

To remove frost or exterior fog on the windshield –

1. Place the temperature control lever at the maximum temperature.
2. Push the "FRONT WINDSHIELD" button.
3. Push the "HI" button of the fan speed control button to obtain a maximum air flow.
4. Leave the air conditioning on-off button off.

For further information for removing frost and fog, see "Lower vent" on page 195.

When the "FRONT WINDSHIELD" button is pushed while operating, the OUTSIDE AIR mode is set.

Push the "A/C" button for dehumidified heating or cooling. This setting clears the front view more quickly.

If you push the "FRONT WINDSHIELD" button once again while in the FRONT WINDSHIELD mode, the mode then returns to the last mode used.

CAUTION Do not use the "FRONT WINDSHIELD" button during cooled air operation in extremely humid weather. The difference between the temperature of the outside air and that of the windshield could cause the outer surface of the windshield to fog up blocking your vision.

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(c) Rear air conditioning switch

To turn on the rear air conditioning when you sit on the front seat, push this switch. The rear air conditioning operates in the automatic mode. To adjust the air flow and setting temperature, follow the steps in accordance with "Rear air conditioning controls" on page 196.

(d) Air conditioning filter

The air conditioning filter information label is placed on the left side of the glove box as shown and indicates that a filter has been installed. To maintain the air conditioning efficiency, have the air conditioning filter inspected or replaced by your Lexus dealer according to the maintenance schedule.

The air conditioning filter prevents dust from entering the vehicle through the air conditioning vent.

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Your vehicle is equipped with an air conditioning filter. The air conditioning filter may clog after long use and reduce the air flow quantity. To maintain the air conditioning efficiency, have the air conditioning filter inspected or replaced by your Lexus dealer according to the maintenance schedule.

(e) Operating tips

• Make sure the air inlet grilles in front of the windshield are not blocked by leaves or other obstructions.
• If air flow control is not satisfactory, check the dashboard vents. (See "Center vents", "Side vents" and "Lower vent".)
• To help cool down the interior after parking in the hot sun, drive for the first few minutes with the windows open. After the excess heat has blown away, close the windows.
• 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 control button be left to the OUTSIDE AIR mode and the fan speed control button be pressed to anywhere except the "OFF" button.
• If following another vehicle on a dusty road, or driving in windy and dusty conditions, it is recommended that the air intake control button be temporarily pressed in to the RECIRCULATED AIR mode, which will close off the outside passage and prevent outside air and dust from entering the vehicle interior.

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Center vents

The center vents may be opened or closed as shown.

Side vents

The side vents may be opened or closed as shown.

Lower vent

The lower vent may be opened or closed as shown.

For removing frost or fog, It is recommended that you close the lower vent when you push the “FROST WINDSHIELD” button or use the “Floor” or the “Floor/Windshield” mode.

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REAR AIR CONDITIONING CONTROLS

1 Automatic control button 2 Air flow control buttons 3 OFF button 4 Temperature control lever 5 Fan speed control buttons

The automatic air conditioning automatically maintains the set temperature.

This air conditioning features automatic fan speed and air flow control which automatically selects the most suitable fan speed and air flow to control the temperature. The ignition key must be in the "ON" position.

NOTICE

To prevent the battery from being discharged, do not leave the air conditioning on longer than necessary when the engine is not running.

►The control panel is located in the roof panel above the second seat.

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➡ Warm air ⇨ Cool air

SETTING OPERATION – automatic control

1. Push the "AUTO" button.

Air flow quantity and switching of the diffusers are automatically adjusted. The operation status is shown by each indicator.

When one of the manual control buttons is depressed while operating in automatic mode, the operation corresponding to the button depressed is set. Other conditions continue to be adjusted automatically.

Push the "OFF" button to turn the rear air conditioning off.

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2. Use the temperature control lever to set the desired temperature.

Slide the lever to the right for higher temperature and to the left for lower temperature.

In the vehicles sold in U.S.A., the figures above the temperature control lever are the temperature in degrees Fahrenheit, while in the vehicles sold in Canada, the temperature is indicated in degrees Centigrade.

SETTING OPERATION – manual control

If manual air flow selection is desired –

The outlets from which air is delivered can be selected manually by pressing in the appropriate air flow control button. The function of each button is as follows:

1 Panel – Air flows mainly from the roof panel vents.

2 Bi-level – Air flows from both the floor vents and the roof panel vents.

3 Floor – Air flows mainly from the floor vents.

Air at higher than room temperature does not flow from the roof panel vents.

Air at lower than room temperature does not flow from the floor vents.

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If manual fan speed control is desired –

► 1 Low speed 2 Middle speed 3 High speed

The fan speed can be set to your desired speed by pushing the appropriate fan speed control button. The higher the fan speed is, the more air is delivered. Pushing the "OFF" button turns off the fan.

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AIR CONDITIONING AND AUDIO

Audio

• Audio system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ........ 201

For vehicles equipped with Navigation System, please refer to the separate “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.

AUDIO SYSTEM

Quick reference for your audio system

►You can adjust the brightness of the display. See “Instrument panel light control” on page 62 for details.

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1. Stopping and ejecting a compact disc
   (See page 214 for details.)

2. Compact disc slot
   (See page 214 for details.)

3. Display of functions in TAPE mode
   RPT: Automatic repeat
   (See page 213 for details.)
   DOLBY NR:
   (See page 212 for details.)
   ◀▶: Side change
   (See page 212 for details.)
   ◀◀: Rewinding or Fast forwarding
   ▶▶: (See page 212 for details.)

4. Display of functions in CD mode
   RAND: Random access
   (See page 218 for details.)
   RPT: Automatic repeat
   (See page 218 for details.)
   ▼ ▲: Disc selection
   (See page 216 for details.)
   ◀◀: Reversing or Fast forwarding
   ▶▶: (See page 217 for details.)

5. Scan button
   (See page 217 for details.)

6. Load button
   (See page 214 for details.)

7. TEXT button
   (See page 210 for details.)

8. AUDIO–TUNE knob
   (See page 204 or for details.)

9. Traffic announcement button
   (See page 210 for details.)

10. Radio data system/Program type button
    (See page 209 for details.)

11. Mode selectors
    (See page 203 for details.)

12. Radio mode: Seek tuning
    (See page 207 or 208 for details.)
    TAPE or CD mode: Direct access to a desired program
    (See page 213 or 217 for details.)

13. Cassette tape slot
    (See page 211 for details.)

14. Stopping and ejecting a cassette tape
    (See page 211 for details.)

15. Turning the system on and adjusting the volume
    (See page 203 for details.)

16. Function buttons
    1 – 6: Station selector buttons
    (See page 208 for details.)

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Using your audio system: some basics

This section describes some of the basic features of the Lexus audio system. Some information may not pertain to your system.

Your audio system works when the ignition key is in the "ACC" or "ON" position.

NOTICE To prevent the battery from being discharged, do not leave the car audio on longer than necessary when the engine is not running.

(a) Turning the system on and off

Push this knob to turn the audio system on and off. Turn this knob to adjust the volume.

The system turns on in the last mode used.

Push "AM", "FM", "TAPE" or "DISC" to turn on that mode. The selected mode turns on directly.

Push these buttons if you want to switch from one mode to another.

If the tape or disc is not set, the cassette player or compact disc player does not turn on.

You can turn off the cassette player by ejecting the cassette tape. If the audio system was previously off, then the entire audio system will be turned off when you eject the cassette tape. If another function was previously playing, it will come on again.

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In the "TAPE" or "CD" mode, the applicable functions are shown in the lowest part of the display. Push the switch just below to turn on each function.

(b) Tone and balance

How good an audio program sounds to you is largely determined by the mix of the treble, mid-range, and bass levels. In fact, different kinds of music and vocal programs usually sound better with different mixes of treble, mid-range, and bass.

A good balance of the left and right stereo channels and of the front and rear sound levels is also important.

Keep in mind that if you are listening to a stereo recording or broadcast, changing the right/left balance will increase the volume of one group of sounds while decreasing the volume of another.

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Each time you push the "AUDIO-TUNE" knob, the display changes as in the following. To adjust the tone and balance or turn on or off the automatic sound levelizer, turn the knob.

BAS: Adjusts low-pitched tones. MID: Adjusts mid-pitched tones. TRE: Adjusts high-pitched tones. FAD: Adjusts the sound balance between the front and rear speakers. BAL: Adjusts the sound balance between the right and left speakers. ASL: Turns on or off the automatic sound levelizer.

Automatic sound levelizer: When the audio sound becomes difficult to be heard due to road noise, wind noise, etc. during driving, the system adjusts to the optimum volume and tone quality according to the noise level. While the automatic sound levelizer is on, "ASL" appears on the display.

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(c) Your power antenna

The antenna automatically extends when the radio is on or radio data system is on, and retracts when the radio mode is off. However, even if you turn off the radio when the radio on the rear seat audio system is on, the antenna does not retract.

To adjust the height of the antenna manually, push the switch.

Clean the antenna mast periodically with a clean dry cloth.

CAUTION Before extending the antenna, confirm that no one is close enough to get injured.

NOTICE

• To prevent damage to the antenna, make sure it is retracted before driving your vehicle through an automatic car wash.
• The antenna mast has to be extended higher than 100 mm (3.94 in.) length when the audio is on. Extend the antenna mast when the radio signal is weak.
• Putting a window tint (especially, conductive or metallic type) on the right-hand rear quarter window may affect the reception of radio or mobile telephone. For the installation of the window tint, consult with your Lexus dealer.

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(d) Your cassette player When you insert a cassette, the exposed tape should be to the right.

NOTICE Do not oil any part of the cassette player, and do not insert anything except a cassette tape into the slot.

(e) Your compact disc player with changer

Your changer can store up to 6 discs and play selected discs or continuously play all the discs set in the player. When you set discs into the player, make sure their labels face up. If not, the player will display "ERROR1" and the disc number.

NOTICE

• Never try to disassemble or oil any part of the compact disc player. Do not insert anything other than compact discs into the slot.
• Do not insert a disc upon another one, or it will damage the changer. Insert only one disc into the slot at a time.

The player is intended for use with 12 cm (4.7 in.) discs only.

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Radio operation

(a) Listening to the radio

Push these buttons to choose either an AM or FM station. "AM", "FM1", "FM2" or "FM TYPE" appears on the display.

Turn this knob to the right to step up the station band or to the left to step down.

Your radio automatically changes to stereo reception when a stereo broadcast is received. "ST" appears on the display. If the signal becomes weak, the radio reduces the amount of channel separation to prevent the weak signal from creating noise. If the signal becomes extremely weak, the radio switches from stereo to mono reception. In this case, "ST" disappears from the display.

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(b) Presetting a station

1. Tune in the desired station.
2. Push one of the station selector buttons ( 1–6 ) and hold it until a beep is heard. This sets the station to the button and the button number ( 1–6 ) appears on the display.

Each button can store one AM station and two FM stations. To change the preset station to a different one, follow the same procedure.

The preset station memory is cancelled when the power source is interrupted by battery disconnection or a blown fuse.

(c) Selecting a station

Tune in the desired station using one of the following methods.

Preset tuning: Push the button ( 1–6 ) for the station you want. The button number ( 1–6 ) and station frequency appear on the display.

Manual tuning: Turn the “AUDIO-TUNE” knob. The radio will step up or down to another frequency.

Seek tuning: Push the “SEEK” button. The radio will begin seeking up or down for a station of the nearest frequency and will stop on reception. Each time you push the button, the stations will be searched automatically one after another.

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To scan all the frequencies: Push the "SCAN" button. "SCAN" appears on the display. The radio will find the next station up the band, stay there for a few seconds, and then scan again. To select a station, push the "SCAN" button a second time.

To scan the preset stations: Push the "SCAN" button until you hear a beep. "SCAN" appears on the display. The radio will tune in the next preset station up the band, stay there for a few seconds, and then move to the next preset station. To select a station, push the "SCAN" button a second time.

(d) RDS (Radio Data System)

When you push the "RDS" button briefly during FM reception, the RDS turns on. "RDS" and "RDS SEARCH" appear on the display and the radio starts to search RDS stations.

If no RDS stations can be found, "NO RDS ST" appears and the display returns to the previous mode.

If RDS stations are found, "FOUND ST" appears on the display ( indicating the number of stations which are found) in the FM TYPE mode and the RDS stations are preset by program type.

To turn off the RDS, push the "RDS" button until you hear a beep.

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TYPE (Program type):

When you push the “TYPE” button while receiving an RDS station, the current program type appears on the display.

Each time you push the “TYPE” button, the program type changes as in the following:

• ROCK
• EASY LIS (Easy listening)
• CLS/JAZZ (Classical music and jazz)
• R&B (Rhythm and Blues)
• INFORM (Information)
• RELIGION
• MISC
• ALERT (Emergency message)

TRAF (Traffic) function: A station that regularly broadcasts traffic information is automatically located.

When you push the “TRAF” button, “TRAF SEEK” appears on the display and the radio will start seeking any traffic program station.

If no traffic program station is found, “NO TRAF INFO” appears on the display for a few seconds and the display returns to the previous mode.

Radio text message:

If the radio receives a radio text message during FM reception, “MSG” and a text message appears on the display. After the text message goes off, “MSG” also goes off.

After the text message goes off from the display, pushing the “TEXT” button during message reception shows the text message again on the display.

The RDS audio system can store three messages consisting of 64 characters in memory. To store a message in memory, push the “TEXT” button until you hear a beep.

If three messages are already stored in memory, the oldest message will be overwritten by the new message.

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To recall a radio text message, push the “TEXT” button. Each time you push the button, the available messages will be displayed beginning with the newest one.

If there is no radio text message in memory and when no message is received, “NO MESSAGE” appears on the display. After this, the display returns to the previous mode.

Cassette tape player operation

(a) Playing a cassette tape

When you insert a cassette tape, the exposed tape should face to the right.

The player will automatically start when you insert a cassette tape. At this time, “TAPE” appears on the display.

To stop or eject the cassette tape, push the “EJECT” button.

Auto-reverse feature: After the cassette player reaches the end of a tape, it automatically reverses and begins to play the other side, regardless of whether the cassette was playing or fast forwarding.

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If a cassette is already in the slot, push the "TAPE" button.

Dolby® Noise Reduction* feature: If you are listening to a tape that was recorded with Dolby* Noise Reduction, push the [Dolby Symbol] button. The display will indicate that the Dolby noise reduction system is on.

The Dolby NR mode reduces tape noise by about 10 dB. For best sound reproduction, play your tapes with the Dolby NR on or off according to the mode used for recording the tape.

To play a tape recorded without Dolby NR, push the button until the symbol disappears from the display.

• Dolby noise reduction manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. "DOLBY" and the double-D symbol [Dolby Symbol] are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation.

(b) Manual program selection

"Program" button: Push the "◄|►" button to select the other side of a cassette tape. The display indicates which side is currently selected (▲ indicates top side, ▼ indicates bottom side).

"Rewind" button: Push the "◄◄" button to rewind a tape. "REW" appears on the display.

To stop rewinding, push the same button or "TAPE" button.

"Fast forward" button: Push the "►►" button to fast forward a cassette tape. "FF" appears on the display.

To stop fast forwarding, push the same button or "TAPE" button.

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(c) Automatic program selection

"RPT" button: The repeat feature automatically replays the current program.

Push the "RPT" button while the program is playing. When the program ends, it will automatically be rewound and replayed. Push the button again to turn off the repeat feature.

There must be at least 5 seconds of blank space between programs for the repeat feature to work correctly.

"Automatic program selection" button: The automatic program selection feature allows you to program your cassette player to skip forward or backward to locate the song you want to hear. You can skip up to nine programs at a time.

Push this button on the right side to skip forward. "FF" and the number will appear on the display. Push the button until the number you want to skip appears on the display. After that, the player will automatically skip forward.

When the end of the tape is reached, the player automatically reverses sides and resumes normal play.

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Push this button on the left side to skip backward. Push the button until "REW" and the number you want to skip appear on the display.

• If you set "REW 1", the player will rewind to the beginning of the current program.
• When counting the number of programs you want to rewind, remember to count the current program as well. For example, if you want to rewind to a song that is two before the song you are listening to, push this button until "REW 3" appears on the display.

When the beginning of the tape is reached, the player automatically resumes normal play.

There must be at least 5 seconds of blank space between programs for this feature to work correctly.

"RPT" or "Automatic program selection" features: These features may not work well with some spoken word, live or classical recordings.

Compact disc player operation

(a) Inserting or ejecting compact discs

The ignition switch must be in the "ACC" or "ON" position. Your changer can store up to 6 discs.

• Setting a single compact disc alone:
  1. Push the "LOAD" button briefly.

The umber indicators at both ends of the slot start blinking and "WAIT" appears on the display. After the umber blinking indicators changes to green, and the "WAIT" changes to the "LOAD", the CD door opens.

2. Insert only one disc while the CD door is open.

You can set a disc at the lowest empty disc number.

After insertion, the set disc is automatically loaded.

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If the label faces down, the disc cannot be played. In this case, "ERROR1" and disc number appear on the display.

If you need to insert the next disc, repeat the same procedure to insert another disc.

● Setting all the discs:

1. Push the “LOAD” button until you hear a beep.

The umber indicators at both ends of the slot start blinking and “WAIT” appears on the display. After the umber blinking indicators changes to green, and the “WAIT” changes to the “LOAD”, the CD door opens.

2. Insert only one disc while the CD door is open.

The CD door closes and “WAIT” appears again.

3. Insert the next disc after the “WAIT” changes to the “LOAD” and the CD door opens.

4. Repeat this procedure until you insert all the discs.

To cancel the operation, push the “LOAD” or “DISC” button.

If you do not insert the discs within 15 seconds after pushing the “LOAD” button and “LOAD” is displayed, the operation will be canceled automatically.

NOTICE Do not insert one disc stacked on top of another one or feed them in continuously, to prevent discs from getting stuck in the player.

● Ejecting a single disc alone:

1. Push the button under the "v" or "▲" signal on the display to display the disc number you want to eject.
2. Push the "EJECT" button briefly.

At this time, the display shows “EJECT” and the indicators at both ends of the slot as well as disc number light up.

● Ejecting all the discs: Push the “EJECT” button until you hear a beep.

However, if you accidentally pushed the “EJECT” button, push the “DISC” or “LOAD” button to insert the disc again.

Do not push in the disc which is being ejected forcibly.

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(b) Playing a compact disc

Push the "DISC" button if the discs are already loaded in the player. "CD" appears on the display. The discs set in the player are played continuously, starting with the last disc you inserted. The disc number of the disc currently being played, the track number and the time from the beginning of the program appear on the display. When play of one disc ends, the first track of the following disc starts. When play of the final disc ends, play of the first disc starts again. The player will skip any empty disc number.

(c) Selecting a desired disc

Push the "v" or "▲"button to select the disc number. Push the button several times until the desired disc number appears on the display. When you release the button, the player will start playing the selected disc from the first track.

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(d) Searching for a desired track or disc

Searching for a desired track: Push the "SCAN" button briefly. "SCAN" will appear on the display. The compact disc player will play the next track for 10 seconds, then scan again. To select a track, push the "SCAN" button a second time. If the player reaches the end of the disc, it will continue scanning at track 1.

After all the tracks are scanned in one pass, normal play resumes.

Searching for a desired disc: Push the "SCAN" button until you hear a beep. With "SCAN" on the display, the program at the beginning of each disc will be played for 10 seconds. To continue listening to the program of your choice, push the "SCAN" button a second time.

After all the discs in the player are scanned in one pass, the scan function is cancelled.

(e) Selecting a desired track

"TRACK" button: Use for direct access to a desired track. Push either side of the "TRACK" button several times until the desired track number appears on the display. As you release the button, the player will start playing the selected track from the beginning.

"Fast forward" button. Push the "►►" button and hold it to fast forward the disc. When you release the button, the compact disc player will resume playing from that position.

"Reverse" button. Push the "◄◄" button and hold it to reverse the disc. When you release the button, the compact disc player will resume playing.

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(f) Repeating a track or a disc

" RPT" button: There are 2 repeat features — you can either replay a disc track or a whole compact disc.

Repeating a track: Push the "RPT" button briefly while the track is playing. "RPT" will appear on the display. When the track ends, it will automatically be replayed. This process will be continued until you push the button again to turn off the repeat feature.

Repeating a disc: Push the "RPT" button until you hear a beep. "RPT" will appear on the display. The player will repeat all the tracks on the disc you are listening to. When the disc ends, the player will automatically go back to the top track of the disc and replay. This process will be continued until you push the button again to turn off the repeat feature.

(g) Random playing

" RAND" button: There are 2 random features — you can either listen to the tracks on all the compact discs in the player in random order, or only listen to the tracks on a specific compact disc in random order.

Random playing for the tracks on a disc: Push the "RAND" button briefly. "RAND" will appear on the display and play the disc you are listening to in random order.

Random playing for all the tacks in the magazine: Push the "RAND" button until you hear a beep. "RAND" will appear on the display and the player will perform all the tracks on all the discs in the magazine in random order. To turn off the random feature, push "RAND" a second time.

When a track is skipped or the system is inoperative, push the button to reset.

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(h) Compact disc text

When you push the “TEXT” button while the compact disc with compact disc text display function (the logo “CD TEXT” marked on the CD) is being played, the track number, elapsed time, compact disc title and then track title appear on the display.

When you push this button if the compact disc does not have a text display function, “NO TITLE” appears on the display.

The display can show up to 12 letters at once. If the CD title or music title is longer than 12 letters, hold down the button for longer than 1 second. The letters after the 12th one are shown. However, 24 letters at maximum can be shown on the display.

When you push this button for longer than 1 second or play no operation for about 6 seconds with the letters after the 13th one on the display, the display returns and shows the first 12 letters.

Even if the CD title or music title is longer than 24 letters, the display can show up to 24 letters.

(i) If the player malfunctions

If the player or another unit equipped with the player malfunctions, your audio system will display one of the four following error messages.

If “WAIT” appears on the display: It indicates that the inside of the player unit may be too hot due to the very high ambient temperature. Remove the disc from the player and allow the player to cool down.

If “ERROR 1” appears on the display: It indicates that the disc is dirty, damaged, or it was inserted upside down. Clean the disc or insert it correctly.

If “ERROR 3” or “ERROR 4” appears on the display: It indicates there is trouble inside the system. Eject the disc.

If the malfunction is not rectified: Take your vehicle to your Lexus dealer.

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Audio remote controls (steering switches)

The switches are installed on the left side of the steering wheel. “MODE” switch: Use this switch to change the mode. If a tape or compact disc is not inserted, the “TAPE” or “CD” mode is skipped. When you push the switch with the audio system turned off, the audio system turns on.

“ ” switches: Use these switches to adjust the volume. Push “+” to increase the volume and “–” to decrease the volume. The volume continues to increase or decrease while the switch is being pressed.

(a) When the radio mode is selected “∧” or “∨” switch: Push this switch for seek tuning or to select a station. • To select a preset station, push the switch briefly. Do this again to select the next preset station. • To seek a station, push and hold the switch until you hear a beep. Do this again to find the next station. If you push the switch on either side of the “∧” or “∨” during the seek mode, seeking will be cancelled. • To step up or down the frequency, push and hold the switch even after you hear a beep. When you release from the switch, the radio will begin seeking up or down for a station. Do this again to find the next station.

(b) When the “TAPE” mode is selected “∧” or “∨” switch: Push this switch to fast forward or rewind the tape or for automatic program selection. • Push this switch until you hear a beep to fast forward or rewind the tape. To stop fast forwarding or rewinding, push the same side on the switch until you hear a beep. • Push this switch briefly for automatic program selection. When automatically selecting a program, you can skip up to 9 programs at a time. For details, see page 213 for details.

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(c) When the “CD” mode is selected

“∧” or “∨” switch: Use this switch to select a desired track or disc.

● Push this switch briefly to select a desired track.

● To select a desired disc, push and hold this switch until the desired number of the disc appears and you hear a beep.

CAUTION

Operate the switches with due care while you are driving to avoid accidents.

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Rear seat audio system

In the rear seat, you can enjoy a different mode from the one used on the front audio system, using headphones.

(a) Turning the system on and off

“ON/SOURCE” button: Use this button to turn the system on when the system is off. When the system is turned on, the mode changes by pushing this button.

“OFF” button: Use this button to turn off the system.

“Volume adjusting” knob: Use this knob to adjust the volume.

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(b) When the radio mode is selected “ v CH Λ ” button: Push this button to select a station preset on the preset button of the front audio system. Each push of the button changes to the station with higher numbered preset button. “ v TUNE Λ ” button: Push this button for manual tuning or seek tuning. ● Push this button briefly. Each time you push the button, the radio will step up or down to another frequency. ● Push this button and hold it until you hear a beep. The radio will begin seeking up or down for a station, and will stop on reception. Each time you push the button, the stations will be searched out one after another.

(c) When the "TAPE" mode is selected “ v PROG Λ ” button: Push this button to select the other side of a cassette tape. “ v TRACK Λ ” button: Push the left or right side to skip forward or backward to locate the song you want to hear. For details, see “Automatic program selection” on page 213.

(d) When the “CD” or “DVD” mode is selected “ v DISC Λ ” Use this button to search a desired disc. “ v TRACK Λ ” button: Use this button to search a desired track or push this button and hold it to fast forward or reverse.

(e) Some basics This system cannot be used if the audio system is not turned on. You cannot select “AM” or “FM” mode in the rear seat if the “FM” or “AM” mode is used on the front seats side. If you select the same mode as the front seats side, operating the controller will affect the mode on the front seats side.

⚠ CAUTION This system is not designed for a driver. So, the driver should not use this system while driving.

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Car audio system operating hints

NOTICE To ensure correct audio system operations:

• Be careful not to spill beverages over the audio system.
• Do not put anything other than a cassette tape or compact discs into the cassette tape slot or compact disc slot.
• The use of a cellular phone inside or near the vehicle may cause a noise from the speakers of the audio system which you are listening to. However, this does not indicate a malfunction.

Radio reception Usually, a problem with radio reception does not mean there is a problem with your radio – it is just the normal result of conditions outside the vehicle.

For example, nearby buildings and terrain can interfere with FM reception. Power lines or telephone wires can interfere with AM signals. And of course, radio signals have a limited range. The farther you are from a station, the weaker its signal will be. In addition, reception conditions change constantly as your vehicle moves.

Here are some common reception problems that probably do not indicate a problem with your radio:

FM Fading and drifting stations – Generally, the effective range of FM is about 40 km (25 miles). Once outside this range, you may notice fading and drifting, which increase with the distance from the radio transmitter. They are often accompanied by distortion.

Multi-path – FM signals are reflective, making it possible for two signals to reach your antenna at the same time. If this happens, the signals will cancel each other out, causing a momentary flutter or loss of reception.

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Static and fluttering – These occur when signals are blocked by buildings, trees, or other large objects. Increasing the bass level may reduce static and fluttering.

Station swapping – If the FM signal you are listening to is interrupted or weakened, and there is another strong station nearby on the FM band, your radio may tune in the second station until the original signal can be picked up again.

AM

Fading – AM broadcasts are reflected by the upper atmosphere – especially at night. These reflected signals can interfere with those received directly from the radio station, causing the radio station to sound alternately strong and weak.

Station interference – When a reflected signal and a signal received directly from a radio station are very nearly the same frequency, they can interfere with each other, making it difficult to hear the broadcast.

Static – AM is easily affected by external sources of electrical noise, such as high tension power lines, lightening, or electrical motors. This results in static.

Caring for your cassette player and tapes

For the best performance for your cassette player and tapes: Clean the tape head and other parts regularly.

• A dirty tape head or tape path can decrease sound quality and tangle your cassette tapes. The easiest way to clean them is by using a cleaning tape. (A wet type is recommended.)

Use high-quality cassettes:

• Low-quality cassette tapes can cause many problems, including poor sound, inconsistent playing speed, and constant auto-reversing. They can also get stuck or tangled in the cassette player.

• Do not use a cassette if it has been damaged or tangled or if its label is peeling off.

• Do not leave a cassette in the player if you are not listening to it, especially if it is hot outside.

• Store cassettes in their cases and out of direct sunlight.

• Avoid using cassettes with a total playing time longer than 100 minutes (50 minutes per side). The tape used in these cassettes is thin and could get stuck or tangled in the cassette player.

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Caring for your compact disc player and discs

• Your compact disc player is intended for use with 12 cm (4.7 in.) discs only.
• Extremely high temperature can keep your compact disc player from working. On hot days, use air conditioning to cool the vehicle interior before you listen to a disc.
• Bumpy roads or other vibrations may make your compact disc player skip.
• If moisture gets into your compact disc player, you may not hear any sound even though your compact disc player appears to be working. Remove the disc from the player and wait until it dries.

CAUTION Compact disc players use an invisible laser beam which could cause hazardous radiation exposure if directed outside the unit. Be sure to operate the player correctly.

• Use only compact discs marked as shown above. The following products may not be playable on your compact disc player.
  • Copy-protected CD
  • CD-R (CD-Recordable)
  • CD-RW (CD-Re-writable)
  • CD-ROM

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►Special shaped discs

►Labeled discs

►Low quality discs

NOTICE

To prevent damage to the player or changer , do not use special shaped, low quality or labeled discs such as those shown in the illustrations.

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►Correct ►Wrong

● Handle compact discs carefully, especially when you set them into the magazine. Hold them on the edge and do not bend them. Avoid getting fingerprints on them, particularly on the shiny side.

● Dirt, scrapes, warping, pin holes, or other disc damage could cause the player to skip or to repeat a section of a track. (To see a pin hole, hold the disc up to the light.)

To clean a compact disc: Wipe it with a soft, lint-free cloth that has been dampened with water. Wipe in a straight line from the center to the edge of the disc (not in a circle). Do not use a conventional record cleaner or anti-static device.

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