2008 TOYOTA LAND CRUISER Conditioning

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Rear air conditioning system
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 set−
ting.
Press “ ” to increase the temperature and “ ” to decrease the
temperature on .
The temperature for the right−hand and left−hand rear seats can be
set separately.
Airflow and outlets are automatical ly adjusted according to the tem
perature setting.
Left side temperature controlLeft side temperature setting displayFan speed display Airflow display
Right side temperature setting display
Right side temperature control
Off Changes
the air
outlets used
Fan speed
Automatic mode
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Interior features
Adjusting the settings
nAdjusting the temperature setting
Press “
” to increase the temperature and “ ” to decrease the tem−
perature on .
The temperature for the right−hand and left−hand rear seats can be
set separately.
nAdjusting the fan speed
Press “
” (increase) or “ ” (decrease) on .
The fan speed is shown on the display. (7 levels)
Press to turn the fan off.
nChanging the air outlets
Press .
The air outlets switch each time the button is pressed.

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Air flows to the upper body.
Air flows to the upper body and
feet.
Air flows to the feet.
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Interior features
Adjusting the position and opening and closing the air outlets
Rear center outlets
Direct air flow to the left or
right, up or down.
Turn the knob to open or close
the vent.
Roof side outlets
Direct air flow to the left or
right, up or down.
Turn the knob fully to the back
of the vehicle to close the
vent.
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NOTICE
nTo prevent battery discharge
Do not leave the air conditioning system on longer than necessary when the
engine is stopped.

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Rear window and outside rear view mir ror defoggers
nThe rear window and outside rear vi ew mirror defoggers can be oper
ated when
The “ENGINE START STOP” switch is in IGNITION ON mode.
CAUTION
nWhen the outside rear view mirror defoggers are on
Do not touch the rear view mirror surfaces, as they can become very hot and
burn you.
These features are used to defog the rear window, and to remove
raindrops, dew and frost from the outside rear view mirrors.
With navigation system
On/off
The defoggers will automati−
cally turn off after 15 to 225
minutes. The operation time
changes according to the
ambient temperature and vehi−
cle speed. Pressing the switch
again also turns the defoggers
off.
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W indshield wiper de−icer
nThe windshield wiper deicer can be operated when
The “ENGINE START STOP” switch is in IGNITION ON mode.
CAUTION
nWhen the windshield wiper deicer is on
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.
This feature is used to prevent ice from building up on the wind
shield and wiper blades.
With navigation system
On/off
The windshield wiper de−icer
will automatically turn off after
approximately 15 minutes.
Pressing the switch again also
turns the de−icer off.
Without navigation system

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4−3. Do−it−yourself maintenance
4
Maintenance and care
CAUTION
The engine compartment contains many mechanisms and fluids that may
move suddenly, become hot, or become electrically energized. To avoid death
or serious injury.
nWhen working on the engine compartment
lKeep hands, clothing, and tools away from the moving fan and engine
drive belt.
lBe careful not to touch the engine, inverter, radiator, exhaust manifold, etc.
right after driving as they may be hot. Oil and other fluids may also be hot.
lDo not leave anything that may burn easily, such as paper or rags, in the
engine compartment.
lDo not smoke, cause sparks or expose an open flame to fuel or the bat−
tery. Fuel and battery fumes are flammable.
lBe extremely cautious when working on the battery. It contains poisonous
and corrosive sulfuric acid.
nWhen working near the electric cooling fan or radiator grille
Be sure the ignition is off. With the “ENGINE START STOP” switch in IGNI−
TION ON mode, the electric cooling fan may automatically start to run if the
air conditioning is on and/or if the coolant temperature is high.
(P. 383)
nWhen working on or under the vehicle
lDo not get under the vehicle with just the jack supporting it.
Always use automotive jack stands or other solid supports.
lUse eye protection to prevent flying or falling material, fluid spray, etc. from
getting in your eyes.
NOTICE
nIf you remove the air cleaner filter
Driving with the air cleaner filter removed may cause excessive engine wear
due to dirt in the air. Also a backfire could cause a fire in the engine compart−
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Maintenance and care
Air conditioning filter
The air conditioning filter must be changed regularly to maintain air
conditioning efficiency.
nRemoval method
Turn the “ENGINE START STOP” switch IGNITION ON
mode and switch to recirculated air mode, then turn the
“ENGINE START STOP” switch off.
Open the glove box and
remove the partition.
Remove the filter cover.
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STEP 2
STEP 3