2021 Lexus UX250H Owner’s Manual

The 2021 Lexus UX250h is a stylish subcompact luxury SUV that gets great gas mileage. It is the right blend of style, innovation, and concern for the environment. As a hybrid, the UX250h stands out for its efficient powertrain, which combines a 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine with an electric motor to give a smooth, responsive ride while getting great gas mileage. It looks current and stylish from the outside, with its distinctive Lexus spindle grille and sleek LED headlights. Inside, the UX250h is soft and high-tech, with high-end materials and the latest safety and entertainment features. The 2021 Lexus UX250h was made with city drivers in mind. It is luxury and good for the environment, making it a good choice for those who want a small but high-end SUV.

Lexus Climate Concierge

The seat heaters (if equipped), seat ventilators (if equipped) and heated steering wheel (if equipped) are each automatically controlled according to the set temperature of the air conditioning system, the outside and cabin temperature, etc. Lexus Climate Concierge allows a comfortable condition to be maintained without adjusting each sys-tem.
Press the “MENU” button on the Remote Touch and select “Climate” to display the air condition-
ing control screen. Then, select
to display the Lexus Climate Con-cierge control screen.

Turning on Lexus Climate Concierge
The indicator on the Lexus Climate Con-cierge control screen illuminates, and the automatic air conditioning system, seat heaters and ventilators (if equipped), and heated steering wheel (if equipped) oper-ate in automatic mode.
If any of the system is operated manually, the indicator turns off. However, all other functions continue to operate in automatic mode.

• When using the Lexus Climate Con-cierge
  Lexus Climate Concierge can be operated on the sub-function menu or option control screen. (P.281)

Operation of each system

•  Automatic air conditioning system ( P.278) 
  The temperature can be adjusted independently for the driver seat and passenger seat.
• Seat heaters and ventilators (if equipped) (P.287)
  Heating or ventilation is automatically selected according to the set temperature of the air conditioning system, the outside temperature, etc.
  The seat heater and ventilator of the front passenger seat operate in automatic mode if a passenger is detected.
• Heated steering wheel (if equipped) (P.287)
  The heated steering wheel operates auto-matically according to the set temperature of the air conditioning system, the outside temperature, etc.
• Seat heater/ventilator operation
• When automatic mode is selected using the seat heater/ventilator switch, passenger detection is not performed.

Automatic air conditioning system

Air outlets and fan speed are automatically adjusted according to the temperature setting.
Press the “MENU” button on the Remote Touch, then select “Climate” to display the air conditioning control screen. (P.273)
10.3-inch display model: The air conditioning system can be displayed and operated on the side display.

Air conditioning controls

• Left-hand side temperature control switch
• Fan speed control switch
• Automatic mode switch
• Off switch
• Windshield defogger switch
• Rear window and outside rearview mirror defoggers switch
• Outside/recirculated air mode switch
• Airflow mode control switch

Adjusting the temperature setting
Operate the temperature control switch upwards to increase the temperature and downwards to decrease the temperature.

• Adjusting the fan speed setting 
  Operate the fan speed control switch upwards to increase the fan speed and downwards to decrease the fan speed.
  Press the off switch to turn the fan off.
• Change the airflow mode
• Operate the airflow mode control switch upwards or downwards.
  The mode changes as follows each time the switch is operated.

   

  • A Air flows to the upper body.
  • B Air flows to the upper body and feet.
  • C Air flows to the feet.
  • D Air flows to the feet and the windshield defogger operates.
• Switching between outside air and recirculated air modes
  Press the outside/recirculated air mode switch.
  The mode switches between outside air mode (the indicator is off) and recirculated air mode (the indicator is on) each time the switch is pressed.
• Defogging the windshield
  Defoggers are used to defog the wind shield and front side windows.
  Press the windshield defogger switch.
  Set the outside/recirculated air mode switch to outside air mode if the recirculated air mode is used. (It may switch auto-matically.)
  To defog the windshield and the side win-dows early, turn the air flow and temperature up.
  To return to the previous mode, press the windshield defogger switch again when the windshield is defogged.
• Defogging the rear window and outside rearview mirrors
  Defoggers are used to defog the rear window and to remove raindrops, dew and frost from the outside rearview mirrors.
  Press the rear window and outside rearview mirror defoggers switch.
  The defoggers will automatically turn off after a period of time.
• Windshield wiper de-icer (if equipped) P.283
• 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 power switch is turned to ON.
  • It is possible to switch to outside air mode at any time by pressing the outside/recirculated air mode switch.
• Fogging up of the windows
  • The windows will easily fog up when the humidity in the vehicle is high. Pressing “A/C” button or selecting “A/C” will dehumidify the air from the outlets and defog the windshield effectively.
  • If you turn “A/C” off, the windows may fog up more easily.
  • The windows may fog up if the recirculated air mode is used.
• 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 mode be set to outside air mode and the fan speed to any setting except off.
• Outside/recirculated air mode
  • Setting to the recirculated air mode temporarily is recommended in preventing dirty air from entering the vehicle interior and helping to cool the vehicle when the outside air temperature is high.
  • Outside/recirculated air mode may automatically switch depending on the temperature setting or the inside temperature.
• Registering air conditioning settings to electronic keys (vehicles with driving position memory)
  • Unlocking the vehicle using an electronic key and turning the power switch to ON will recall that key’s registered air conditioning settings.
  • When the power 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 conditioning setting when unlocked using the smart access system with push-button start can be changed.* For details, con-tact your Lexus dealer.
    *: The doors that can recall the driving position memory are changed at the same time.
• Operation of the air conditioning sys-tem in Eco drive mode
  In Eco drive mode, the air conditioning system 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
    Turn off eco air conditioning mode ( P.281)
    Adjust the fan speed
    Turn off Eco drive mode
• When the outside temperature is low
  The dehumidification function may not operate even when “A/C” is pressed or “A/C” is selected.
• 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 system. This may then cause odor to be emitted from the vents.
  • 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.

Using automatic mode

1. Press the automatic mode switch or select “AUTO” on the sub-function menu (P.281).
2. Adjust the temperature setting.
3. To stop the operation, press the off switch or select “Off” on the sub
   function menu (P.281).
   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.

Using automatic mode
Fan speed is adjusted automatically according 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 immediately after the automatic mode switch is pressed or “AUTO” is selected.
Cool air may blow around the upper body even when the heater is on due to sunlight.

Adjusting the temperature for driver front and passenger seats separately (“DUAL” mode)
To turn on the “DUAL” mode, perform any of the following procedures:

• Select “DUAL” on the sub-function menu. (P.281)
• Select “DUAL” on the option con-trol screen.
• Adjust the front passenger’s side temperature setting.
  The indicator comes on when the “DUAL” mode is on.

Heated steering wheel*/seat heaters*/seat ventilators*

• Heated steering wheel
  Warms up the grip of the steering wheel
• Seat heaters
  Warm up the seat upholstery
• Seat ventilators
  Maintain good airflow on the seat upholstery by sucking air into the seats
  Press the “MENU” button on the Remote Touch and select “Climate” to display the air conditioning control screen. Then, select on the sub-menu (P.281) to display the heated steering wheel/seat heat-ers/seat ventilators control screen.

WARNING

• To prevent minor burn injuries
  Care should be taken if anyone in the following 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 heaters 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 hybrid system is off.

FAQ