2012 TOYOTA COROLLA air conditioning system

218 3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
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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Interior features
Rear window and outside rear view mirror defoggers
■Outside rear view mirror defoggers (if equipped)
Turning the rear window defogger on will turn the outside rear view mirror
defoggers on.
CAUTION
■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.
Clear the rear window using the defogger.
Vehicles with automatic air conditioning system
On/off
The defoggers will automati-
cally turn off after approxi-
mately 15 minutes.
Vehicles with manual air conditioning systemOn/off
The defoggers will automati-
cally turn off after approxi-
mately 15 minutes.

294 3-4. Using the hands-free phone system (for cellular phone)
Adjusting the ringtone volume when receiving a call
Change the ringtone volume using .
To decrease the volume: Turn counterclockwise.
To increase the volume: Turn clockwise.
■When talking on the phone
●Do not talk simultaneously with the other party.
● Keep the volume of the received voice down. Otherwise, voice echo will
increase.
■ Automatic volume adjustment
When vehicle speed is 50 mph (80 km/h) or more, the volume automatically
increases. The volume returns to the previous volume setting when vehicle
speed drops to 43 mph (70 km/h) or less.
■ Phone call system functions
Depending on the cellular phone, certain functions may not be available.
■ Situations where the system m ay not recognize your voice
● When driving on a rough road
● When driving at high speeds
● When air is blowing out of the vents onto the microphone
● When the air conditioning fan emits a loud noise

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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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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 observe the following precautions.
■
When working on the engine compartment
●Keep hands, clothing, and tools away from the moving fan and engine
drive belt.
● Be careful not to touch the engine, radiator, exhaust manifold, etc. right
after driving as they may be hot. Oil and other fluids may also be hot.
● Do not leave anything that may burn easily, such as paper or rags, in the
engine compartment.
● Do not smoke, cause sparks or expose an open flame to fuel or the bat-
tery. Fuel and battery fumes are flammable.
● Be extremely cautious when working on the battery. It contains poisonous
and corrosive sulfuric acid.
● Take care because brake fluid can harm your hands or eyes and damage
painted surfaces.
If fluid gets on your hands or in your eyes, flush the affected area with
clean water immediately.
If you still experience discomfort, see a doctor.
■ When working near the electric c ooling fans or radiator grille
Vehicles with smart key system: Be sure the “ENGINE START STOP” switch
is OFF. With the “ENGINE START STOP” switch in IGNITION ON mode, the
electric cooling fans may automatically start to run if the air conditioning is on
and/or the coolant temperature is high. ( P. 361)
Vehicles without smart key system: Be sure the engine switch is OFF. With
the engine switch in the “ON” position, the electric cooling fans may auto-
matically start to run if the air conditioning is on and/or the coolant tempera-
ture is high. ( P. 361)
■ Safety glasses
Wear safety glasses to prevent flying or falling material, fluid spray, etc. from
getting in the eyes.

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Maintenance and care
Air conditioning filter
The air conditioning filter must be changed regularly to maintain air
conditioning efficiency.
■ Removal method
Vehicles with smart key system: Turn the “ENGINE START
STOP” switch OFF.
Vehicles without smart key system: Turn the engine switch
OFF.
Open the glove box. Slide off
the damper.
Push in each side of the glove
box to disconnect the claws.
Remove the filter cover.
STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 3
STEP 4

384 4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
■Checking interval
Replace the air conditioning filter according to the maintenance schedule. In
dusty areas or areas with heavy traffic flow, early replacement may be
required. (For scheduled maintenance information, please refer to the
“Scheduled Maintenance Guide” or “Owner’s Manual Supplement”.)
■ If air flow from the vents decreases dramatically
The filter may be clogged. Check the filter and replace if necessary.
NOTICE
■When using the air conditioning system
Make sure that a filter is always installed.
Using the air conditioning system without a filter may cause damage to the
system.
■ Replacement method
Remove the air conditioning
filter and replace it with a new
one.
The “UP” marks shown on
the filter should be pointing up.

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Maintenance and care
Fuse layout and amperage ratings
■ Engine compartment
FuseAmpereCircuit
1 H-LP CLN 30 A No circuit
2 RDI FAN 40 A Electric cooling fan(s)
3 ABS NO. 3 30 A Anti-lock brake system, vehicle sta-
bility control system
4 ABS NO. 1 50 A Anti-lock brake system, vehicle sta-
bility control system
5 HTR 50 A Air conditioning system
6 ALT 120 A Charging system, RDI FAN, ABS
NO. 1, ABS NO. 3, HTR, HTR SUB
NO. 1, HTR SUB NO. 3, ACC, CIG,
ECU-IG NO. 2, HTR-IG, WIPER,
WASHER, ECU-IG NO. 1, AM1,
DOOR, STOP, FR DOOR,
POWER, RR DOOR, RL DOOR,
OBD, ACC-B, FR FOG, DEF, MIR
HTR, TAIL, PANEL, PWR SEAT,
SUNROOF
7 EPS 60 A Electric power steering

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8 GLOW*80 A No circuit
9 P/I 50 A EFI MAIN, HORN, IG2
10 H-LP MAIN 50 A H-LP LH LO, H-LP RH LO, H-LP
LH HI, H-LP RH HI
11 EFI NO. 2 10 A Emission control system
12 EFI NO. 1 10 AMultiport fuel injection system/
sequential multiport fuel injection
system
13 H-LP RH HI 10 A Right-hand headlight (high beam)
14 H-LP LH HI 10 A Left-hand headlight (high beam)
15 H-LP RH LO 10 A Right-hand headlight (low beam)
16 H-LP LH LO 10 A Left-hand headlight (low beam)
17 ETCS 10 A Electronic throttle control system
18 TURN-HAZ 10 A Turn signal lights, emergency
flashers
19 ALT-S 7.5 A Charging system
20 AM2 NO. 2 7.5 A Multiport fuel injection system/
sequential multiport fuel injection
system, starting system
21 AM2 30 A Starting system
22 STRG LOCK 20 A Steering lock system
23 IG2 NO. 2 7.5 A Starting system
24 ECU-B2 10 A Air conditioning system
25 ECU-B 10 A
Main body ECU, gauge and meters,
clock
26 RAD NO. 1 15 A Audio system
27 DOME 10 A Trunk light, smart key system, inte-
rior light
28 AMP* 30 A Audio system
FuseAmpereCircuit