1996 TOYOTA CAMRY window

11 0For detailed information on air flow control
including other settings, see (f) Air flow
selectionº.
4. Turn the fan speed control knob any-
where except the OFFº position.
5. Press in the air conditioning on-off but-
ton.
(d) Ventilation
1. Turn the temperature control knob at
the LOW position.
2. Move the air intake control lever to the
OUTSIDE AIR position.
3. Turn the air flow control knob to the
FACE position.
For detailed information on air flow control
including other settings, see (f) Air flow
selectionº.
4. Turn the fan speed control knob any-
where except the OFFº position.
5. Leave the air conditioning on-off but-
ton in the OFF position.
(e) Windshield defogging and defrost-
ing
To remove interior fog on the windshield:
1. Turn the temperature control knob to
any position.
2. Move the air intake control lever to the
OUTSIDE AIR position.3. Turn the air flow control knob to the
WINDSHIELD position.
For detailed information on air flow con-
trol, see (f) Air flow selectionº.
4. Turn the fan speed control knob any-
where except the OFFº position.
5. Press in the air conditioning on-off but-
ton.
To remove frost or exterior fog on the
windshield:
1. Turn the temperature control knob to
the HIGH position.
2. Move the air intake control lever to the
OUTSIDE AIR position.
3. Turn the air flow control knob to the
WINDSHIELD position.
For detailed information on air flow con-
trol, see (f) Air flow selectionº.
4. Turn the fan speed control knob to the
HIº position.
5. Leave the air conditioning on-off but-
ton in the OFF position.
(f) Air flow selection
FACE positionÐThis position directs the
air flow to face level.BI-LEVEL positionÐThis position directs
the air flow to face level and the floor. Ex-
cept in ventilation, the air to the floor is
slightly warmer than that to face level.
FLOOR positionÐThis position directs air
flow mostly to the floor.
FLOOR/WINDSHIELD position Ð This
position directs the air flow to the wind-
shield as well as the floor.
WINDSHIELD positionÐThis position di-
rects air flow mostly to the windshield and
front side windows.
Do not use the WINDSHIELD position
during cooling operation in extremely hu-
mid weather. The difference between the
temperature of the outside air and that of
the windshield could cause the outer sur-
face of the windshield to fog up, blocking
your vision.
(g) Operating tips

Be 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
Side ventsº or Lower ventº after
Heater controlsº.)ProCarManuals.com

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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 ve-
hicle is still drawn into the vehicle after
closing the windows, it is recom-
mended that the air intake control le-
ver be set to the OUTSIDE AIR posi-
tion and the fan speed control knob be
turned anywhere except the OFFº
position.

If following another vehicle on a dusty
road, or driving in windy and dusty con-
ditions, it is recommended that the air
intake control lever be temporarily set
to the RECIRCULATED AIR position,
which will close off the outside pas-
sage and prevent outside air and dust
from entering the vehicle interior.ProCarManuals.com

11 5 For detailed information on air flow control
including other settings, see (f) Air flow
selectionº.
4. Press in any fan speed control button
except the OFFº button.
5. Press in the air conditioning on-off but-
ton.
(d) Ventilation
1. Turn the temperature control knob at
the LOW position.
2. Set to the OUTSIDE AIR mode of the
air intake control buttons.
3. Press in the FACE button of the air flow
control buttons.
For detailed information on air flow control
including other settings, see (f) Air flow
selectionº.
4. Turn the fan speed control knob any-
where except the OFFº position.
5. Leave the air conditioning on-off but-
ton in the OFF position.
(e) Windshield defogging and defrost-
ing
To remove interior fog on the windshield:
1. Turn the temperature control knob to
any position.
2. Set to the OUTSIDE AIR mode of the
air intake control buttons.3. Press in the WINDSHIELD button of
the air flow control buttons.
For detailed information on air flow con-
trol, see (f) Air flow selectionº.
4. Turn the fan speed control knob any-
where except the OFFº position.
5. Press in the air conditioning on-off but-
ton.
To remove frost or exterior fog on the
windshield:
1. Turn the temperature control knob to
the HIGH position.
2. Set to the OUTSIDE AIR mode of the
air intake control buttons.
3. Press in the WINDSHIELD button of
the air flow control buttons.
For detailed information on air flow con-
trol, see (f) Air flow selectionº.
4. Turn the fan speed control knob to the
HIº position.
5. Leave the air conditioning on-off but-
ton in the OFF position.
(f) Air flow selection
FACE buttonÐThis button directs the air
flow to face level.
BI-LEVEL buttonÐThis button directs
the air flow to face level and the floor. Ex-
cept in ventilation, the air to the floor is
slightly warmer than that to face level.FLOOR buttonÐThis button directs air
flow mostly to the floor.
FLOOR/WINDSHIELD buttonÐThis but-
ton directs air flow to the windshield as well
as the floor.
WINDSHIELD buttonÐThis button di-
rects air flow mostly to the windshield and
front side windows.
Do not use the WINDSHIELD button dur-
ing cooling operation in extremely humid
weather. The difference between the tem-
perature of the outside air and that of the
windshield could cause the outer surface
of the windshield to fog up, blocking your
vision.
(g) Operating tips

Be 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
Side ventsº or Lower ventº after
Heater controlsº.)

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.ProCarManuals.com

11 6
When driving on dusty roads, close all
windows. If dust thrown up by the ve-
hicle is still drawn into the vehicle after
closing the windows, it is recom-
mended that the air intake control but-
ton be set to the OUTSIDE AIR mode
and the fan speed control knob be
turned anywhere except the OFFº
position.

If following another vehicle on a dusty
road, or driving in windy and dusty con-
ditions, it is recommended that the air
intake control button be temporarily
set to the RECIRCULATED AIR
mode, which will close off the outside
passage and prevent outside air and
dust from entering the vehicle interior.ProCarManuals.com

11 9 (a) Controls and functions
The temperature control knob is used to
turn on and off the heater and adjust the
temperature of the heated air.
Turn the knob toward the FULL HEATING
position for higher temperature. Turning
the knob to the NO HEAT position turns off
the heater.
The air intake control lever is used to se-
lect intake air, either outside air or recircu-
lated air.
With the lever in the OUTSIDE AIR posi-
tion, the system will take fresh outside air
into the unit. For recirculated air, move the
lever to the RECIRCULATED AIR position.
The air flow control knob is used to select
the air flow outlets air is delivered from.
See (e) Air flow selectionº for detailed in-
formation.
The fan speed control knob is used to turn
on and off the fan and select the fan
speed.
The higher the fan speed setting is, the
more air is delivered. Turning the knob to
the OFFº position turns off the fan.(b) Heating
1. Turn the temperature control knob
anywhere except the NO HEAT position.
If cooler air is desired at face level for bi-
level operation, turn the knob around the
middle.
2. Move the air intake control lever to the
OUTSIDE AIR position.
If quick circulation of heated air is desired,
move the lever to the RECIRCULATED
AIR position.
For normal use, it is best to keep the lever
in the OUTSIDE AIR position. Otherwise
the windows will fog up more easily.
3. Turn the air flow control knob to the
FLOOR position.
If cooler air is desired at face level for bi-
level operation, turn the knob to the BI-
LEVEL position.
If the windshield fogs up easily, turn knob
to the FLOOR/WINDSHIELD position.
For detailed information on air flow control
including other settings, see (e) Air flow
selectionº.
4. Turn the fan speed control knob any-
where except the OFFº position.(c) Ventilation
1. Turn the temperature control knob to
the NO HEAT position.
2. Move the air intake control lever to the
OUTSIDE AIR position.
3. Move the air flow control knob to the
FACE position.
For detailed information on air flow control
including other settings, see (e) Air flow
selectionº.
4. Turn the fan speed control knob any-
where except the OFFº position.
(d) Windshield defogging and defrost-
ing
1. Turn the temperature control knob at
the FULL HEATING position.
2. Move the air intake control lever to the
OUTSIDE AIR position.
3. Turn the air flow control knob to the
WINDSHIELD position.
For detailed information on air flow con-
trol, see (e) Air flow selectionº.
4. Turn the fan speed control knob to the
HIº position.
(e) Air flow selection
FACE positionÐThis position directs the
air flow to face level.ProCarManuals.com

120BI-LEVEL positionÐThis position directs
the air flow to face level and the floor. Ex-
cept in ventilation, the air to the floor is
slightly warmer than that to face level.
FLOOR positionÐThis position directs
the air flow mostly to the floor.
FLOOR/WINDSHIELD position Ð This
position directs air flow to the wind-
shield as well as the floor.
WINDSHIELD positionÐThis position di-
rects air flow to the windshield and front
side windows.
(f) Operating tips

Be 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
Side ventsº or Lower ventº.)

When driving on dusty roads, close all
windows. If dust thrown up by the ve-
hicle is still drawn into the vehicle after
closing the windows, it is recom-
mended that the air intake control le-
ver be set to the OUTSIDE AIR posi-
tion and the fan speed control knob
anywhere except the OFFº position.
If following another vehicle on a dusty
road, or driving in windy and dusty con-
ditions, it is recommended that the air
intake control lever be temporarily set
to the RECIRCULATED AIR position,
which will close off the outside pas-
sage and prevent outside air and dust
from entering the vehicle interior.
The side vents may be opened or
closed as shown.
Side vents
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CAUTION!

Avoid inhaling the engine exhaust.
It contains carbon monoxide,
which is a colorless and odorless
gas. It can cause unconscious-
ness or even death.

Make sure the exhaust system has
no holes or loose connections.
The system should be checked
from time to time. If you hit some-
thing, or notice a change in the
sound of the exhaust, have the
system checked immediately.

Do not run the engine in a garage
or enclosed area except for the
time needed to drive the vehicle in
or out. The exhaust gases cannot
escape, making this a particularly
dangerous situation.

Do not remain for a long time in a
parked vehicle with the engine
running. If it is unavoidable, how-
ever, do so only in an unconfined
area and adjust the heating or
cooling system to force outside air
into the vehicle.

Keep the trunk lid or back door
closed while driving. An open or
unsealed trunk lid or back door
may cause exhaust gases to be
drawn into the vehicle. If you must
drive with the trunk lid or back
door open to accommodate a
large object, close the windows,
open all the instrument panel
vents and have the heating or
cooling system deliver fresh air
into the vehicle by turning the fan
to high speed with the air intake
control set at the OUTSIDE AIR
position.

To allow proper operation of your
vehicle's ventilation system, keep
the inlet grilles in front of the wind-
shield clear of snow, leaves, or
other obstructions.

If you smell exhaust fumes in the
vehicle, drive with the windows
open and the trunk lid or back
door closed. Have the cause im-
mediately located and corrected.FUNCTIONS OF ENGINE OIL
Engine oil has the primary functions of lu-
bricating and cooling the inside of the en-
gine, and plays a major role in maintaining
the engine in proper working order.
ENGINE OIL CONSUMPTION
It is normal that an engine should con-
sume some engine oil during normal
engine operation. The causes of oil
consumption in a normal engine are
as follows.

Oil is used to lubricate pistons, piston
rings and cylinders. A thin film of oil is
left on the cylinder wall when a piston
moves downwards in the cylinder.
High negative pressure generated
when the vehicle is decelerating sucks
some of this oil into the combustion
chamber. This oil as well as some part
of the oil film left on the cylinder wall is
burned by the high temperature com-
bustion gases during the combustion
process.

Oil is also used to lubricate the stems
of the intake valves. Some of this oil is
sucked into the combustion chamber
together with the intake air and is
burned along with the fuel. High tem-
perature exhaust gases also burn the
oil used to lubricate the exhaust valve
stems.
Facts about engine oil
consumption Engine exhaust cautions
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142Use a washer fluid containing an anti-
freeze solution.
This product is available at your Toyota
dealer and most auto parts stores. Follow
the manufacturer's directions for how
much to mix with water.
Do not use engine antifreeze or any
other substitute because it may
damage your vehicle's paint.
NOTICE
Do not use your parking brake when
there is a possibility it could freeze.
When parking, put the transmission into
Pº (automatic) or into first or reverse
(manual) and block the rear wheels. Do
not use the parking brake, or snow or wa-
ter accumulated in and around the parking
brake mechanism may freeze, making it
hard to release.
Keep ice and snow from accumulating
under the fenders.
Ice and snow built up under your fenders
can make steering difficult. During bad
winter driving, stop and check under the
fenders occasionally.Depending on where you are driving,
we recommend you carry some emer-
gency equipment.
Some of the things you might put in the ve-
hicle are tire chains, window scraper, bag
of sand or salt, flares, small shovel, jump-
er cables, etc.Your vehicle is designed primarily as a
passenger-carrying vehicle. Towing a
trailer will have an adverse effect on han-
dling, performance, braking, durability
and driving economy (fuel consumption,
etc.). Your safety and satisfaction depend
on the proper use of correct equipment
and cautious driving habits. For your safe-
ty and the safety of others, you must not
overload your vehicle or trailer. Toyota
warranties do not apply to damage or mal-
function caused by towing a trailer for
commercial purposes. Ask your local To-
yota dealer for further details before tow-
ing.
WEIGHT LIMITS
Before towing, make sure the total
trailer weight, gross vehicle weight,
gross axle weight and trailer tongue
load are all within the limits.
The total trailer weight and tongue load
can be measured with platform scales
found at a highway weighing station,
building supply company, trucking com-
pany, junk yard, etc.
Trailer towing
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