Using the Air Conditioning and Rear Window Defogger. Rear Air Conditioning
Air outlets and fan speed are adjusted automatically according to the set temperature.
Control Panel

- Turning AUTO Mode On/Off
- Turning Off the Blower
- Changing the Air Distribution Mode
- Changing the Temperature Setting
■ Changing the Temperature Setting
Press "∧" on the switch
to increase the temperature and "∨" to decrease the temperature.
■ Switching the Air Outlets
Press
.
The air outlets change each time
is pressed, as follows.
: Air flows to the upper body area.
: Air flows to the upper body area and the footwell.
: Air flows to the footwell.
Using Automatic Air Conditioning
- Press
.The air conditioning turns on, and the air outlets and fan speed are set automatically.
"AUTO" is shown on the control panel.
- Change the temperature setting.
When the rear air conditioning is set to AUTO mode, the system operates automatically according to the set temperature, the outside temperature, etc.
To stop operation, press the "OFF" button.
Air Outlets

■ Air Outlet Layout
The air outlets and fan speed change depending on the selected air distribution mode.
■ Adjusting the Position and Opening/Closing the Air Outlets
- Direct the airflow to the left, right, up, or down.
- Turn the dial to open or close the outlet.

■ Button Lock Function
To prevent accidental operation, the buttons on the rear armrest can be locked. Press
, until you hear a beep to lock the buttons.
Press
again until you hear a beep to release the lock.
When the buttons are locked, the indicator light on the display illuminates.

■ Turning Off the Rear Control Panel Illumination
The illumination of the control panel on the rear armrest can be turned off. Press
, until you hear a beep to turn off the illumination. Press
again until you hear a beep to turn the illumination back on.

■ To Prevent Battery Discharge
Do not run the air conditioning longer than necessary with the engine off.
The rear air conditioning of the Lexus GS GRL1 gives rear passengers the highest level of comfort through individually adjustable temperature and air distribution modes. All settings can be easily adjusted using the control panel, and automatic control ensures consistently comfortable temperatures.
This feature underlines the premium character of the fourth-generation Lexus GS sports sedan and makes every journey a pleasure, including for rear passengers.
FAQHow is the rear air conditioning controlled automatically?
Pressing the AUTO button automatically adjusts the air outlets and fan speed to the selected temperature setting.
Can the rear control buttons be locked?
Yes. To prevent unintended operation, the buttons on the rear armrest can be disabled using the button lock.
Test yourself
A quick Lexus GS quiz: every answer comes with an explanation and a link to the manual page.