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3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
Rear window and outside rear view mirror defoggers∗
∗: If equipped
nThe rear window and outside rear vi ew mirror defoggers can be oper-
ated when
The engine switch is in the ON position.
n Outside rear view mirror defoggers (vehicles with outside rear view
mirror defoggers)
Turning the rear window defogger on will turn the outside rear view mirror
defoggers on.
CAUTION
n When the outside rear view mirror defoggers are on (vehicles with out-
side rear view mirror defoggers)
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.
On/off
Press the button to turn on the
rear window defogger. The
indicator light will come on.
Pressing the button again also
turns the defoggers off.
Vehicles with timer: The defog-
gers will automatically turn off
after approximately 15 min-
utes.
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NOTICE
nCD player precautions
Failure to follow the precautions below may result in serious damage to the
CDs or the player itself.
lDo not insert anything other than CDs into the CD slot.
l Do not apply oil to the CD player.
l Store CDs away from direct sunlight.
l Never try to disassemble any part of the CD player.
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Interior features
n
Operating portable audio devices connected to the audio system
The volume can be adjusted using the vehicle’s audio controls. All other
adjustments must be made on the portable audio device itself.
n When using a portable audio device connected to the power outlet or
cigarette lighter
Noise may occur during playback. Use the power source of the portable
audio device.
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3-3. Using the interior lights
Interior lights list
nIlluminated entry system
When the interior light switch is in the DOOR position, the interior light auto-
matically turns on/off according to whether the doors are locked/unlocked
and whether the doors are open/closed and the engine switch position.
n To prevent the battery from being discharged
If the interior light remains on when the door is not fully closed and the inte-
rior light switch is in the DOOR position, the light will go off automatically
after 20 minutes.
n Customization that can be co nfigured at Toyota dealer
Settings (e.g. The time elapsed before lights turn off) can be changed.
(Customizable features →P. 359)
Interior light (→P. 199)
Personal lights ( →P. 199)
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3
Interior features
Interior light
ON
OFF
DOOR position
Personal lightsOn/off
Interior light and personal lights
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3-4. Using the storage features
List of storage features
CAUTION
nItems that should not be left in the storage spaces
Do not leave glasses, lighters or spray cans in the storage spaces, as this
may cause the following when cabin temperature becomes high:
l Glasses may be deformed by heat or cracked if they come into contact
with other stored items.
l Lighters or spray cans may explode. If they come into contact with other
stored items, the lighter may catch fire or the spray can may release gas,
causing a fire hazard.
Cup holders
Glove box
Bottle holders
Console box
Auxiliary box
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3-5. Other interior features
Cigarette lighter∗
∗: If equipped
nThe cigarette lighter can be used when
The engine switch is in the ACC or ON position.
CAUTION
nTo avoid burns or fires
lDo not touch the metal parts of the cigarette lighter.
l Do not hold the cigarette lighter down. It could overheat and cause a fire.
l Do not insert anything other than the cigarette lighter into the outlet.\
Push the cigarette lighter
down.
The cigarette lighter will pop up
when it is ready for use.
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4-1. Maintenance and care
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Maintenance and care
CAUTION
n
Caution about the exhaust pipe
Exhaust gasses cause the exhaust pipe to become quite hot.
When washing the vehicle, be careful not to touch the pipe until it has cooled
sufficiently, as touching a hot exhaust pipe can cause burns.
NOTICE
nTo prevent paint deterioration and corrosion on the body and compo-
nents (aluminum wheels etc.)
l Wash the vehicle immediately in the following cases:
• After driving near the sea coast
• After driving on salted roads
• If you see coal tar or tree sap on the paint surface
• If you see dead insects or insect droppings on the paint
• After driving in an area contaminated with soot, oily smoke, mine dust,
iron powder or chemical substances
• If the vehicle becomes heavily soiled in dust or mud
• If liquids such as benzene and gasoline are spilled on the paint surface
l If the paint is chipped or scratched, have it repaired immediately.
l To prevent the wheels from corroding, remove any dirt and store in a place
with low humidity when storing the wheels.
n Cleaning the exterior lights
lWash carefully. Do not use organic substances or scrub with a hard brush.
This may damage the surfaces of the lights.
l Do not apply wax on the surfaces of the lights.
Wax may cause damage to the lenses.
n To prevent damage to the windshield wiper arms
When lifting the wiper arms away from the windshield, pull the driver side
wiper arm upward first, and repeat for the passenger side. When returning
the wipers to their original position, do so from the passenger side first.