2012 TOYOTA TUNDRA vent

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3-5. Using the hands-free phone
system (for cellular phone)
Hands-free phone system (for cellular phone)
features .......................... 426
Using the hands-free phone system ................ 430
Making a phone call ......... 438
Setting a cellular phone ... 442
Security and system setup .............................. 446
Using the phone book ...... 449
3-6. Using the interior lights Interior lights list ............... 455
• Personal/interior light main switch .................... 457
• Personal/interior lights ... 457
• Cargo lamp main switch ............................. 460
3-7. Using the storage features List of storage features .... 461
• Glove boxes ................... 463
• Console box ................... 465
• Card holder .................... 467
• Map holder ..................... 470
• Pen holder ..................... 473
• Tissue pocket................. 475 • Overhead console .......... 477
• Front cup holders ........... 478
• Rear cup holders ........... 480
• Bottle holders ................. 481
• Auxiliary boxes ............... 483
• Storage box ................... 485
3-8. Other interior features Sun visors ........................ 488
Vanity mirrors ................... 489
Clock ................................ 490
Outside temperature display............................ 491
Power outlets (12V DC) ........................ 493
Power outlets (115V AC) ...................... 498
Seat heaters..................... 502
Seat heaters and ventilators ...................... 504
Armrest (CrewMax models only) .................. 506
Seatback table ................. 507
Floor mat .......................... 508
Luggage compartment features .......................... 510
Garage door opener......... 513
Compass .......................... 520

303
3-1. Using the air conditioning system
and defogger
3
Interior and exterior features
Defogging the windshield
Press
.
The indicator comes on.
The air conditioning system con-
trol operates automatically.
Recirculated air mode will auto-
matically switch to outside air
mode.
Adjusting the position and opening and closing the air outlets
Driver side 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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Front passenger side outlets
Direct air flow to the left or
right, up or down.
Turn the knob to open or close
the vent.
Rear outlets (CrewMax models only) Direct air flow to the left or
right, up or down.
Turn the knob to open or close
the vent.

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3-1. Using the air conditioning system
and defogger
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Interior and exterior features
■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 the switch 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 situations where the windows need to be defogged.
■ When outside temperature approaches 32 F (0 C)
The air conditioning system may not operate even when is pressed.
■ When the indicator on
flashes
Press
and turn off the air conditioning system before turning it on
once more. There may be a problem in the air conditioning system if the indi-
cator continues to flash. Turn the air conditioning system off and have it
inspected by your Toyota dealer.
■ 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.

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• 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.
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 wind-
shield 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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3-1. Using the air conditioning system
and defogger
3
Interior and exterior features
■If the ambient temperature drops while using the recirculated
air mode
The air intake mode automatically changes from recirculated air
mode to outside air mode after a few minutes.
To cancel this function:
Press and hold for longer than 2 seconds.
To reactivate this function:
Turn the engine switch to the LOCK or ACC position.
Adjusting the position and openi ng and closing the air outlets
Driver side outlets Direct air flow to the left or
right, up or down.
Turn the knob to open or close
the vent.

312 3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
Front passenger side outlets
Direct air flow to the left or
right, up or down.
Turn the knob to open or close
the vent.
Rear outlets (CrewMax models only) Direct air flow to the left or
right, up or down.
Turn the knob to open or close
the vent.

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3-1. Using the air conditioning system
and defogger
3
Interior and exterior features
■For quick clearing of the wi ndshield and side windows
Press to turn the air conditioning 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.
■ When outside air temperature approaches 32°F (0°C)
The air conditioning system may not operate even when
is pressed.
■ When
is selected for the air outlets used
For your driving comfort, air flowing to the feet may be warmer than air flow-
ing to the upper body depending on the position of the temperature control
dial.
■ When the indicator on flashes
Press and turn off the air conditioning system before turning it on
once more. There may be a problem in the air conditioning system if the indi-
cator continues to flash. Turn the air conditioning system off and have it
inspected by your Toyota dealer.
■ 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.