Using the air conditioning system and defogger
Manual air conditioning system
Adjusting the settings
Basic setting
To turn on the air conditioning
system and adjust the fan speed, turn the fan speed control knob clockwise (increase) or counterclockwise (decrease).
Turning the knob to “OFF” turns off the fan.
To adjust the temperature
setting, turn the temperature control knob clockwise (warm) or counterclockwise (cool).
If 
is not pressed, the system
will blow ambient temperature air or heated air.
For quick cooling, turn the temperature control knob to “MAX A/C”.
The air conditioning will automatically turn on and, if an air outlet position other than 
or
is selected, the system will be set
to recirculated air mode. While “MAX A/C” is selected, it is not possible to turn off the air conditioning.
To select the air outlets, set
the air outlet selector knob to the desired position.
The positions between the air outlet selections shown below can also be selected for more delicate adjustment.
Air flows to the upper body.
Air flows to the upper body and feet.
Mainly air flows to the feet.
Air flows to the feet and the windshield defogger operates.
The air intake is automatically switched to outside air mode.
Pressing 
to turn the cooling and
dehumidification function on clears the windshield and side windows faster.
Air flows to the windshield and side windows.
The air intake is automatically switched to outside air mode. It is not possible to return to recirculated air mode when the switch is on.
Pressing to turn the
cooling and dehumidification function on clears the windshield and side windows faster.
Switching between outside air and recirculated air modes
Press 
.
The mode switches between outside air mode (introduces air from outside the vehicle) (indicator off) and recirculated air mode (recycles air inside the vehicle) (indicator on) each time the button is pressed.
Adjusting the position of and opening and closing the air outlets
Front center outlets
1. Direct air flow to the left or right, up or down.
2. Turn the knob to open or close the vent.
Front side outlets
1. Direct air flow to the left or right, up or down.
2. Turn the knob to open or close the vent.
Rear outlets
1. Direct air flow to the left or right, up or down.
2. Turn the knob to open or close the vent.
Using the system in recirculated air mode
The windows will fog up more easily if recirculated air mode is used for an extended period of time.
Switching between outside air and recirculated air modes
Recirculated air mode or outside air mode may be automatically switched to in accordance with the outside temperature, etc.
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 the “ON” position (vehicles without a smart key system) or the “ENGINE START STOP” switch is turned to IGNITION ON mode (vehicles with a smart key system).
• It is possible to switch to outside air mode at any time by pressing 
.
When 
is selected for the air
outlets used
For your driving comfort, air flowing to the feet may be warmer than air flowing to the upper body depending on the temperature setting.
When the indicator light on 
flashes
Press 
to turn off the cooling
and dehumidification function and turn it on again. There may be a problem in the air conditioning system if the indicator light continues to flash. Turn the air conditioning system off and have it inspected by your Toyota dealer.
When outside air temperature is below 32°F (0°C)
The cooling and dehumidification function may not operate even when 
is pressed.
Air conditioning odors
• 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.
CAUTION
To prevent the windshield from fogging up
Do not use 
during cool air
operation in extremely humid weather. The difference between the temperature of the outside air and that of the windshield can cause the outer surface of the windshield to fog up, blocking your vision.
NOTICE
To prevent battery discharge
Do not leave the air conditioning system on longer than necessary when the engine is stopped.
Automatic air conditioning system
Air outlets and fan speed are automatically adjusted according to the temperature setting.
Using the automatic air conditioning system
Press
.
The air conditioning system begins to operate. Air outlets and fan speed are automatically adjusted according to the temperature setting.
Turn
clockwise to increases the
temperature and turn 
counterclockwise to decreases the temperature on the driver’s side.
When 
is pressed (the indicator
on 
is on) or the passenger’s side
temperature control dial is turned, the temperature for the driver and passenger seats can be adjusted separately.
Adjusting the settings manually
Basic setting
To turn on the air conditioning
system and adjust the fan speed, press “>” on 
to increase the fan speed and “<”
to decrease the fan speed.
Press 
to turn the fan off.
To adjust the temperature
setting, turn 
clockwise to
increases the temperature and turn 
counterclockwise to decreases the temperature.
When 
is pressed (the indicator
on 
is on) or the passenger’s side
temperature control dial is turned, the temperature for the driver and passenger seats can be adjusted separately.
To change the air outlets, press
,
,
or
.
The air flow shown on the display indicates the following:
Air flows to the upper body.
: May occur in automatic mode
Air flows to the upper body and feet.
Mainly air flows to the feet.
Air flows to the feet and the windshield defogger operates.
The air intake is automatically switched to outside air mode.
Switching between outside air and recirculated air modes
Press 
.
The mode switches between outside air mode (the indicator is off) and recirculated air mode (the indicator is on) each time the button is pressed.
Defogging the windshield
Defogging
The air conditioning system operates automatically.
The air intake is automatically switched to outside air mode. It is not possible to return to recirculated air mode when the switch is on.
Adjusting the position of and opening and closing the air outlets
Front center outlets
1. Direct air flow to the left or right, up or down.
2. Turn the knob to open or close the vent.
Front side outlets
1. Direct air flow to the left or right, up or down.
2. Turn the knob to open or close the vent.
Rear outlets
1. Direct air flow to the left or right, up or down.
2. Turn the knob to open or close the vent.
Using automatic mode
Fan speed is adjusted automatically according to the temperature setting and ambient conditions. As a result, the following may occur:
• The system may switch automatically to recirculated air mode when the coolest temperature setting is selected when the ambient temperature is high.
• Immediately after the switch is pressed, the fan may stop for a while until warm or cool air is ready to flow.
• Cool air may flow to the area around the upper body when the heater is on.
Switching between outside air and recirculated air modes
Recirculated air mode or outside air mode may be automatically switched to in accordance with the temperature setting, the outside temperature, etc.
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 the “ON” position (vehicles without a smart key system) or the “ENGINE START STOP” switch is turned to IGNITION ON mode (vehicles with a smart key system).
• It is possible to switch to outside air mode at any time by pressing 
.
Using the system in recirculated air mode
The windows will fog up more easily if recirculated air mode is used.
Window defogger feature
Recirculated air mode may automatically switch to outside air mode in situations where the windows need to be defogged.
When 
is selected for the air
outlets used
For your driving comfort, air flowing to the feet may be warmer than air flowing to the upper body depending on the temperature setting.
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.
When outside air temperature is below 32°F (0°C)
The cooling and dehumidification function may not operate even when 
is pressed.
When the indicator light on 
flashes
Press 
to turn off the cooling and
dehumidification function and turn it on again. There may be a problem in the air conditioning system if the indicator light continues to flash. Turn the air conditioning system off and have it inspected by your Toyota dealer.
Air conditioning odors
• 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.
CAUTION
To prevent the windshield from fogging up
Do not use 
during cool air
operation in extremely humid weather. The difference between the temperature of the outside air and that of the windshield can cause the outer surface of the windshield to fog up, blocking your vision.
NOTICE
To prevent battery discharge
Do not leave the air conditioning system on longer than necessary when the engine is stopped.
Rear window and outside rear view mirror defoggers
Defoggers are used to defog the rear window, and to remove raindrops, dew and frost from the outside rear view mirrors.
Before operating the defoggers, make sure the back window is completely closed.
Vehicles with a manual air conditioning system
Turns the defoggers on/off
The defoggers will automatically turn off after their operation time. The operation time varies depending on the ambient temperature and vehicle speed.
Vehicles with an automatic air conditioning system
Turns the defoggers on/off
The defoggers will automatically turn off after their operation time. The operation time varies depending on the ambient temperature and vehicle speed.
The defoggers can be operated when
• Vehicles without a smart key system:
The engine switch is in the “ON” position.
Vehicles with a smart key system:
The “ENGINE START STOP” switch is in IGNITION ON mode.
• The back window is completely closed.
The outside rear view mirror defoggers
Turning the rear window defogger on will turn the outside rear view mirror defoggers on.
CAUTION
When the outside rear view mirror defoggers are on
Do not touch outside surface of the rear view mirrors, as they can become very hot and burn you.
Windshield wiper de-icer
This feature is used to prevent ice from building up on the windshield and wiper blades.
Turns the windshield wiper deicer on/off
The windshield wiper de-icer will automatically turn off after approximately 15 minutes.
The windshield wiper de-icer can be operated when Vehicles without a smart key system
The engine switch is in the “ON” position.
Vehicles with a smart key system
The “ENGINE START STOP” switch is in IGNITION ON mode.
CAUTION
When the windshield wiper de-icer is on
Do not touch the lower part of the windshield or the side of the front pillars, as the surfaces can become very hot and burn you.
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