2012 TOYOTA LAND CRUISER Owners Manual

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Defogging the windshield
Press .
The air conditioning system con-
trol operates automatically.
Recirculated air mode will auto-
matically switch to outside air
mode.
Pollen removal mode
Press .
Outside air mode switches to recirculated air mode. Pollen is removed
from the air and the air flows to the upper part of the body.
Usually the system will turn off automatically approximately 1 to 3 min-
utes.
To stop the operation, press
again.
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Adjusting the position and opening and closing the air outlets
Front center outlets
Direct air flow to the left or
right, up or down.
Turn the knob to open or close
the vent.
Front side outlets
Direct air flow to the left or
right, up or down.
Turn the knob to open or close
the vent.
Rear center outlets
Direct air flow to the left or
right, up or down.
Turn the knob to open or close
the vent.
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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.
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.
Switching between outside air and recirculated air modes
Recirculated air mode or outside air mode may be automatically switched to
in accordance with the temperature setting and the inside temperature.
Window defogger feature
Recirculated air mode may automatically switch to outside air mode in situa-
tions where the windows need to be defogged.

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When outside temperature approaches 0°C (32°F)
The air conditioning system may not operate even when
is
pressed.
Pollen removal mode
In order to prevent the windows from fogging up when the outside air is
cold, the following may occur.
• Outside air mode does not switch to recirculated air mode.
• The air conditioning system operates automatically.
• The operation cancels after 1 minute.
In rainy weather, the windows may fog up. Press .
Air conditioning odors
During use, various odors from inside and outside the vehicle may enter
into and accumulate in the air conditioning system. This may then cause
odor to be emitted from the vents.
To reduce potential odors from occurring:
• It is recommended that the air conditioning system be set to outside air
mode prior to turning the vehicle off.
• The start timing of the blower may be delayed for a short period of time
immediately after the air conditioning system is started in automatic
mode.
Air conditioning filter
P. 525

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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.
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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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.
: If equipped
Airflow and outlets are automatically adjusted according to the tem-
perature setting.
Left side temperature control
Left side temperature setting display
Fan speed displayAirflow display
Right side temperature setting displayRight side temperature control
Automatic modeFan speed
Changes
the air
outlets used
Off
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Adjusting the settings
Adjusting 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.
Adjusting the fan speed
Press “” (increase) or “” (decrease) on .
The fan speed is shown on the display. (7 levels)
Press to turn the fan off.

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L/C200_EE (OM60G38E)Changing the air outlets
Press .
The air outlets switch each time the button is pressed.
Air flows to the upper body.
Air flows to the upper body and
feet.
Air flows to the feet.
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