2008 TOYOTA CAMRY air condition

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■Changing the air outlets
Press the air flow selector button.
The air outlets switch each time the button is pressed. The air flow
shown on the display indicates the following.
Air flows to the upper body.
Air flows to the upper body and
feet.
Air flows to the feet.

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Air flows to the feet and the
windshield defogger operates.
Recirculated air mode will auto-
matically switch to outside air
mode.
■Switching between outside air and recirculated air modes
Press .
The mode switches between outside air mode (indicator off) and recircu-
lated air mode (indicator on) modes each time the button is pressed.
Defogging the windshield
Defogging
The air conditioning system con-
trol operates automatically.
Recirculated air mode will auto-
matically switch to outside air
mode. It is not possible to return
to recirculated air mode when the
switch is on.

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Adjusting the position of and opening and closing the air outlets
Center outlets Direct air flow to the left or right,
up or down.
Right and left side outlets Direct air flow to the left or
right, up or down.
Turn the knob right to open the
vent and left to close the vent.
Rear outlets Direct air flow to the left or
right, up or down.
Turn the knob up to open the
vent and down to close the
vent.

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Steering wheel switches
Some air conditioning features ca n be controlled using the switches
on the steering wheel.
Temperature selector
“DUAL” button indicator on: Indi-
vidual setting on the driver's side
only.
“DUAL” button indicator off:
Simultaneous setting on the
driver’s and front passenger’s
sides.
Automatic mode
Off
■ Using the automatic mode
Press .
The air conditioning system will begin to operate. Air outlets
and fan speed are automatically adjusted according to the
temperature setting. ( P. 186)
Press “ ” to increase the temperature and “ ” to decrease the
temperature on the switch.
The temperature for the driver and passenger seat can be set sepa-
rately. ( P. 187)
■Adjusting the temperature setting
Press “ ” to increase the temperature and “ ” to decrease the tem-
perature on the switch.
■ Turning off the air conditioning system
Press .
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■Using the automatic mode
Fan speed is adjusted automatically in accordance with the temperature set-
ting 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 in summer.
● Immediately after
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.
■ Window defogger feature
Recirculated air mode may automatically switch to outside air mode in situa-
tions where the windows need to be defogged.
■ When outside air temperat ure approaches 32°F (0°C)
The air conditioning system may not operate even when
is pressed.
■ When the indicator light 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 indi-
cator light continues to flash. Turn the air conditioning system off and have it
inspected by your Toyota dealer.
■ Windshield air flow button
When any of the following conditions occurs, the indicator light on the button
may flash and a motor sound may be heard. This does not indicate a mal-
function.
●The “ENGINE START STOP” switch is in ON mode (vehicles with smart
key system) or engine switch is in “ON” position (vehicles without smart
key system) after the battery is reconnected.
● Engine starting and stopping is repeated at short intervals.
● The engine is started with the low voltage battery.

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■Plasmacluster *
This air conditioning system adopts plasmacluster technology, which helps
to keep good air quality in the cabin by emitting positive and negative ions
through the driver's side vent.
A slight noise may be heard during operation. This is not a malfunction.
Also, static electricity may be discharged near the driver's side vent due to
the high voltage used to operate the system.
To clean the drive's side vent, turn the system off and wipe the vent using a
soft cloth.
*: Plasmacluster technology is manufactured under license from SHARP Corporation. “Plasmacluster ” is a trademark of the SHARP Corporation.
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.
■ Plasmacluster 
Do not disassemble or repair the system because it contains high voltage
parts. Call your Toyota dealer if the system needs repair.
NOTICE
■ To prevent battery discharge
Do not leave the automatic air conditioning system on longer than necessary
when the engine is stopped.
■ To prevent damage to the Plasmacluster
Do not insert anything into the driver's side vent, attach anything to it, or use
sprays around the drive's side vent. These things may cause the system not
to work properly.

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Manual air conditioning system
Adjusting the settings■ Adjusting the temperature setting
Turn the temperature control dial clockwise (warm) or counter-
clockwise (cool).
If is not pressed, the system will blow ambient temperature air or
heated air.
For quick cooling, turn the temperature selector knob to the “MAX A/C”
position. The air conditioning will automatically turn on and the air intake
selector will be set to RECIRCULATE.
■ Adjusting the fan speed
Turn the fan speed dial clockwise (increase) or counterclockwise
(decrease).
Set the dial to “OFF” to turn the fan off.
Fan speed dial Air outlet selection dial
Outside air or recirculated air mode Air conditioning on/off switch
Temperature control dial

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■Selecting the air outlets
Set the air outlet selection di al to an appropriate position.
The positions between the air outlet selections shown below can also be
selected for more detailed adjustment.
Air flows to the upper body.
Air flows to the upper body and
feet.
Air flows to the feet.