2013 TOYOTA AVENSIS temperature switch

366 3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
AVENSIS_EE (OM20B44E)
Defogging the windshield
Press .
The air conditioning system con-
trol operates automatically.
If the outside temperature is 5C
(41F) or below, recirculated air
mode will automatically switch to
outside air mode.

368 3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
AVENSIS_EE (OM20B44E)
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.
When outside temperature approaches 0°C (32°F)
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.

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3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
AVENSIS_EE (OM20B44E)
Manual air conditioning system
: If equipped
Vehicles with power heater
Fan speed display
On/off
Windshield
defogger
Outside air or
recirculated air modeTemperature setting display
Air conditioning
ON/OFF switch
*
Temperature control
Changes the air
outlets used Airflow display Fan speed control

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Interior features
AVENSIS_EE (OM20B44E)
Vehicles without power heater
Vehicles with windshield wiper de-icer
Vehicles without windshield wiper de-icer
*:This switch is also installed on vehicles that do not have an air
conditioning system. Even though the switch indicator will start to
blink when the button is pressed, no system will operate.
Fan speed display
Off
On/off
Windshield
defogger
Outside air or
recirculated air modeTemperature setting display
Temperature control
Changes the air
outlets used Airflow display Fan speed controlAir conditioning
ON/OFF switch
*
A
B

372 3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
AVENSIS_EE (OM20B44E)
Adjusting the settings
Adjusting the temperature setting (vehicles with air condition-
ing system)
Turn the temperature control dial clockwise (warm) or counter-
clockwise
(cool).
If is not pressed, the system will blow ambient temperature air
or heated air.
Adjusting the temperature setting (vehicles without air condi-
tioning system)
Turn the temperature control dial clockwise (warm) or counter-
clockwise (cool).
This system will supply only ambient temperature air if the dial is turned
to counterclockwise (cool).
Adjusting the fan speed
Turn the fan speed control dial clockwise (increase) or counter-
clockwise.
Press , or to turn the fan off.
Selecting the air outlets
Press
or .
The air outlets switch each time
the button is pressed.

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Power heater
: If equipped
Power heater can be operated when
The engine is running.
The outside temperature is low.
The engine coolant temperature is low.
Normal characteristics of power heater operation
The following cases do not indicate a malfunction.
When the power heater is turned on or off, some white smoke and a
slight odor may be emitted from the power heater exhaust that is located
under the floor.
When the power heater is being used under extremely cold conditions,
vapor may be visible from its exhaust.
When the power heater is turned off, you may hear a sound in the engine
compartment for about 2 minutes until the power heater turns off com-
pletely.
This feature is used to keep the cab warm in cold conditions.
On/off
The power heater turns on
about 30 seconds after you
press the switch and it takes
about another 55 seconds to
warm up.

402 3-2. Using the audio system
AVENSIS_EE (OM20B44E)
Switching the display
Press (type A and B) or (type C).
Track title, Artist name and CD title are shown on the display.
To return to the previous display, press
or (type A and B),
or [BACK] (type C).
Display
Up to 24 characters can be displayed.
Depending on the contents recorded, the characters may not be displayed
properly or may not be displayed at all.
Error messages
“ERROR”: This indicates a problem either in the CD or inside the player.
“CD CHECK”: The CD may be dirty, damaged or inserted up-side down.
“WAIT”: Operation has stopped due to a high temperature inside the
player. Wait for a while and then press . If the CD still
cannot be played back, contact any authorized Toyota dealer
or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped profes-
sional.

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CAUTION
Burns
Use caution when seating the following persons in a seat with the seat
heater on to avoid the possibility of burns:
• Babies, small children, the elderly, the sick and the disabled
• Persons with sensitive skin
• Persons who are fatigued
• Persons who have taken alcohol or drugs that induce sleep (sleeping
drugs, cold remedies, etc.)
Do not cover the seat with anything when using the seat heater.
Using the seat heater with a blanket or cushion increases the temperature
of the seat and may lead to overheating.
NOTICE
To prevent seat heater damage
Do not put unevenly weighted objects on the seat and do not stick sharp
objects (needles, nails, etc.) into the seat.
To prevent battery discharge
Turn the switches off when the engine is not running.