Automatic air conditioning system

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Airflow and outlets are automatically adjusted according to the tem- perature setting.

Control panel

Fan speed control dial

Outside air or recirculated air mode

Front passenger’s side temperature control dial Air conditioning ON/OFF switch

Simultaneous mode Air outlet selection dial Driver’s side temperature

control dial Automatic mode

Windshield defogger

Fan OFF switch

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Interior and exterior features

Using the automatic mode

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The air conditioning system will begin to operate. Air outlets and fan speed are automatically adjusted according to the temperature setting.

Turn the temperature control dial clockwise (warm) or coun- Display

Front passenger’s side temperature setting display Fan speed display Airflow display

Driver’s side temperature setting display

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Adjusting the settings

■Adjusting the temperature setting

Turn the temperature control dial clockwise (warm) or counter- clockwise (cool).

The air conditioning system switches between individual and simultaneous modes each time is pressed.

● Individual mode (the indicator on is on)

The temperature for the driver and front passenger seats can be adjusted separately.

● Simultaneous mode (the indicator on is off)

The driver’s side temperature control dial can be used to adjust the temperature for driver and front passenger seats.

■Adjusting the fan speed

Turn the fan speed control dial clockwise (increase) or counter- clockwise (decrease).

The fan speed is shown on the display. (7 levels) Press to turn the fan off.

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■Changing the air outlets

Turn the air outlet selection dial.

The air outlets switch each time either side of air outlet selection dial is turned.

Air flow as shown according to the mode selected.

When the dial is set to , air flows to the upper body.

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When the dial is set to , air flows to the upper body and feet.

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When the dial is set to , air flows to the feet.

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When the dial is set to , air flows to the feet and the windshield defogger operates.

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■Switching between outside air and recirculated air modes

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The mode switches between (outside air mode) and (recirculated air mode) each time the switch is pressed.

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Defogging the windshield

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The indicator comes on.

The air conditioning system control operates automatically.

Recirculated air mode will automatically switch to outside air mode.

Adjusting the position and opening and closing the air outlets Driver side outlets

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

Turn the knob to open or close the vent.

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Front passenger side outlets

Rear outlets (CrewMax models only)

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■Using the automatic mode

Fan speed is adjusted automatically in accordance with the temperature setting and ambient conditions. As a result, the following may occur.

●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.

■Using the system in recirculated air mode

The windows will fog up more easily if the recirculated air mode is used for an extended period.

Recirculated air mode or outside air mode may be automatically switched to in accordance with the temperature setting and the inside temperature.

■Window defogger feature

Recirculated air mode may automatically switch to (outside air) mode in situations where the windows need to be defogged.

■When outside temperature approaches 32°F (0°C)

The air conditioning system may not operate even when is pressed.

■When the indicator on flashes

Press and turn off the air conditioning system before turning it on once more. There may be a problem in the air conditioning system if the indicator continues to flash. Turn the air conditioning system off and have it inspected by your Toyota dealer.

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■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.

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3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger

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Manual air conditioning system

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Adjusting the settings

■Adjusting the temperature setting Driver’s side temperature control dial

If is not pressed, the system will blow ambient temperature air or heated air.

Outside air or recirculated air mode

Air outlet selection dial Air conditioning ON/OFF switch

Driver’s side temperature control dial

Fan speed control dial

Front passenger’s side temperature control dial

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Front passenger’s side temperature control dial

● Individual mode

When the front passenger’s side temperature control dial in a position other than the SYNC position, the temperature for the driver and front passenger seats can be adjusted separately.

● Simultaneous mode

When the front passenger’s side temperature control dial in SYNC position, turn the driver’s side temperature control dial can be used to adjust the temperature for driver and front passenger seats.

■Adjusting the fan speed

Turn the fan speed control dial clockwise (increase) or counter- clockwise (decrease).

Set the dial to OFF to turn the fan off.

■Changing the air outlets

Turn the air outlet selection dial.

The air outlets switch each time either side of air outlet selection dial is turned.

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Air flow as shown according to the mode selected.

When the dial is set to , air flows to the upper body.

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When the dial is set to , air flows to the upper body and feet.

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When the dial is set to , air flows to the feet.

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When the dial is set to , air flows to the feet and the windshield defogger operates.

The air intake selector is automatically set to outside air mode. To return the recirculated air mode, press .

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When the dial is set to , air flows to the windshield and side windows.

The air intake selector is automatically set to outside air mode.

In this position, the air intake selector cannot be changed to the recirculated air mode, press

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The mode switches between (outside air mode) and

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■If the ambient temperature drops while using the recirculated air mode

The air intake mode automatically changes from recirculated air mode to outside air mode after a few minutes.

To cancel this function:

Press and hold for longer than 2 seconds.

To reactivate this function:

Turn the engine switch to the LOCK or ACC position.

Adjusting the position and opening and closing the air outlets Driver side outlets

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Front passenger side outlets

Rear outlets (CrewMax models only)

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■For quick clearing of the windshield and side windows

Press to turn the air conditioning on.

■Using the system in recirculated air mode

The windows will fog up more easily if the recirculated air mode is used for an extended period.

■When outside air temperature approaches 32°F (0°C)

The air conditioning system may not operate even when is pressed.

■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 position of the temperature control dial.

■When the indicator on flashes

Press and turn off the air conditioning system before turning it on once more. There may be a problem in the air conditioning system if the indicator 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.

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CAUTION

■To prevent the windshield from fogging up

Do not set the air outlet selection dial to 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.

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Outside rear view mirror defoggers and front windshield wiper de-icer (if equipped on Regular Cab and Double Cab models)

Clear the outside rear view mirrors using the defogger.

Vehicles with an automatic air conditioning system On/off

Press the button to turn on the outside rear view mirror defoggers. The indicator will come on. The defoggers will automatically turn off after about 15 minutes. Pressing the button again also turns the defoggers off.

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■The defogger can be operated when The engine switch is in the ON position.

■The front windshield wiper de-icer (if equipped)

Turning the outside rear view mirror defoggers on will turn the front windshield wiper de-icer on.

Vehicles with a manual air conditioning system On/off

Press the button to turn on the outside rear view mirror defoggers. The indicator will come on. The defoggers will automatically turn off after about 15 minutes. Pressing the button again also turns the defoggers off.

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Back window, outside rear view mirror defoggers and front windshield wiper de-icer (if equipped on CrewMax models)

Clear the back window using the defogger.

Vehicles with an automatic air conditioning system On/off

Press the button to turn on the back window defogger. The indicator will come on. The defoggers will automatically turn off after about 15 minutes.

Pressing the button again also turns the defogger off.

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■The defogger can be operated when The engine switch is in the ON position.

■Outside rear view mirror defoggers (if equipped)

Turning the back window defogger on will turn outside rear view mirror defoggers on.

■The front windshield wiper de-icer (if equipped) Vehicles with a manual air conditioning system

On/off

Press the button to turn on the back window defogger. The indicator will come on. The defoggers will automatically turn off after about 15 minutes.

Pressing the button again also turns the defogger off.

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CAUTION

■Back window defogger

The surface of the back window becomes hot. Do not touch it to prevent from burning yourself.

■Outside rear view mirror defoggers (if equipped)

The surfaces of the outside rear view mirrors become hot. Do not touch them to prevent from burning yourself.

■When the front windshield wiper de-icer is on (if equipped)

Do not touch the glass at the lower part of the windshield or to the side of the front pillars as the surfaces can become very hot and burn you.