2012 TOYOTA RAV4 seats

236 3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
Air flows to the feet and the
windshield defogger operates.
The air intake is automatically
switched to outside air mode. It is
not possible to return to recircu-
lated air mode when the dial is set
at this position.
Pressing
to turn the air
conditioning on clears the wind-
shield and side windows faster.
: Vehicles with third seats
Air flows to the windshield and
side windows.
The air intake is automatically
switched to outside air mode. It is
not possible to return to recircu-
lated air mode when the dial is set
at this position.
Pressing
to turn the air
conditioning on clears the wind-
shield and side windows faster.
■ 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) each time is pressed.

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3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
Automatic air conditioning system
Using the automatic modePress .
The air conditioning system begins to operate. Air outlets and fan
speed are automatically adjusted according to the temperature set-
ting.
Press “” on to increase the temperature and “ ” to
decrease the temperature.
Air outlets and fan speed for the driver and passenger seats may be
set separately depending on the temperature setting.
Airflow and outlets are automatica lly adjusted according to the tem-
perature setting.
Fan speed Air conditioning
on/off switch
Changes the air outlets used
Off
Driver's side
temperature control
Automatic mode
Windshield defogger
Outside air or
recirculated air modeAir flow display
Micro dust and pollen filter Passenger’s side
temperature control
STEP 1
STEP 2
: If equipped

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3-1. Using the air conditioning system
and defogger
3
Interior features
Adjusting the settings
■ Adjusting the temperature setting
Press “ ” on to increase the temperature and “ ” to
decrease the temperature.
The air conditioning system switc hes between individual and simulta-
neous modes each time is pressed.
Simultaneous mode (the indicator on is off): Only (driver’s
side) can be used to adjust the temperature for all seats.
Individual mode (the indicator on is on): The temperature for the
driver and passenger seats can be adjusted separately. Operating the
passenger's side temperature control starts individual mode.
■ 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.

242 3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
■Changing the air outlets
Press the desired button, , , or .
The air flow shown on the display indicates the following.
Air flows to the upper body.
Air flows to the upper body and
feet.
: Vehicles with third seats Air flows mainly to the feet.
: Vehicles with third seats

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3-1. Using the air conditioning system
and defogger
3
Interior features
Air flows to the feet and the
windshield defogger operates.
: Vehicles with third seats
■ 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) each time is pressed.
Defogging the windshield
Press
.
Air flows to the windshield and
side windows.
The air conditioning system oper-
ates automatically.
Recirculated air mode will auto-
matically switched to outside air
mode. It is not possible to return
to recirculated air mode when the
switch is on.

334 3-6. Other interior features
NOTICE
■To prevent any damage caused by heat
●Do not use any electrical appliances that give off intense heat, such as
toasters, in any locations including the internal or external trim, seats and
deck.
● Do not use any electrical appliances that are easily affected by vibration or
heat inside the vehicle. Vibration while driving, or the heat of the sun while
parking, may result in damage to those electrical appliances.
■ If any electrical appliances are to be used while driving
Securely fasten both the appliances and their cables to prevent them from
falling or getting caught in any of the power train components.
■ If the power outlet is loose when an electrical appliance plug is con-
nected
Replace the outlet. Contact your Toyota dealer for any necessary replace-
ments.
■ If the power outlet gets dirty
Use a soft, clean cloth to wipe it gently. Do not use any cleansing materials,
such as organic solvents, wax, or compound cleaners, as these may dam-
age the power outlet or cause it to malfunction.

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3-6. Other interior features
Luggage compartment features
■Cargo hooks
Cargo hooks are provided for
securing loose items.
■ Grocery bag hooks
■ Storage box (vehicles without third seats)
Ty p e A
The rear deck board can be folded up into two positions.
Lift the rear deck board.
STEP 1

342 3-6. Other interior features
Removing the luggage cover (if equipped)The luggage cover can be removed by following the procedure
below. Detach the hooks of the luggage cover. Compress the end of the lug-
gage cover and lift the luggage
cover up.
■Luggage cover (if equipped)
Attach the hooks to the head
restraints.
If necessary, move the second
seats to enable the hook
engagement.
Pull out the luggage cover and
hook onto the anchors.
STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 1
STEP 2