2013 TOYOTA YARIS HATCHBACK air conditioning

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YARIS_HB_U_52D44UPerform the following operations accordingly:
●
To adjust the fan speed, turn the fan speed control dial.
● To adjust the temperature setting, turn the temperature con-
trol dial.
● If the dehumidification function is not operating, press
to operate the dehumidification function.
To defog the windshield and the side windows early, turn the air flow
and temperature up.
Air outlets and air flow
Air flows to the upper body.
Air flows to the upper body and
feet.
: Some models

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Air flows mainly to the feet.
: Some models
Air flows to the feet and the
windshield defogger operates.
If the recirculated air mode is
used, it will automatically switch
to the outside air mode.
In this position, the outside/recir-
culated air mode cannot be
changed to the recirculated air
mode.
Switching between outside air and recirculated air modes
Press .
The mode switches between outside air mode (introduces air from
outside the vehicle) (indicator off) and recirculated air mode (recy-
cles air inside the vehicle) (indicator on) each time the button is
pressed.
: Some models

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Adjusting the position of and opening and closing the air outletsCenter outlets Direct air flow to the left or right,
up or down.
Right and left side outlets Direct air flow to the left or right,
up or down.
Open the vent.
Close the vent.

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■
Fogging up of the windows
●The windows will easily fog up when the humidify in the vehicle is high.
Turning on will dehumidify the air from the outlets and defog the
windshield effectively. (vehicles with an air conditioning on/off button)
● If you turn off, the windows may fog up more easily. (vehicles with
an air conditioning on/off button)
● The windows may fog up if the recirculated air mode is used.
■ Outside/recirculated air mode
When driving on dusty roads such as tunnels or in heavy traffic, set the out-
side/recirculated air mode button to the recirculated air mode. This is effec-
tive in preventing outside air from entering the vehicle interior. During cooling
operation, setting the recirculated air mode will also cool the vehicle interior
effectively.
■ When the indicator light on goes off by itself (vehicles with an
air conditioning on/off button)
Press to turn off the dehumidification function and turn it on again.
There may be a problem in the air conditioning system if the indicator light
goes off again. Turn the air conditioning system off and have it inspected by
your Toyota dealer.
■ When the outside temperature falls to nearly 32°F (0°C) (vehicles with
an air conditioning on/off button)
The dehumidification function may not operate even when
is
pressed.

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■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.
■ Air conditioning filter
→ P. 269
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 syst em on longer than necessary when the
engine is stopped.

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Rear window and outside rear view mirror defoggers∗
∗: If equipped
■The defoggers can be operated when
The engine switch is in the “ON” position.
■ The outside rear view mirror defoggers (if equipped)
Turning the rear window defogger on will turn the outside rear view mirror
defoggers on.
CAUTION
■When the outside rear view mirror defoggers are on (if equipped)
Do not touch the outside surface of the rear view mirrors, as they can
become very hot and burn you.
Defoggers are used to defog the rear window, and to remove rain-
drops, dew and frost from the outsid e rear view mirrors (if equipped).
Turn the defoggers on/off
The defoggers will automati-
cally turn off after approxi-
mately 15 minutes.

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4-1. Maintenance and careCleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior......... 222
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior.......... 225
4-2. Maintenance Maintenance requirements .................. 228
General maintenance....... 230
Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M)
programs........................ 234 4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Do-it-yourself service precautions .................... 235
Hood ................................ 238
Positioning a floor jack ..... 240
Engine compartment ........ 243
Tires ................................. 254
Tire inflation pressure ...... 262
Wheels ............................. 266
Air conditioning filter......... 269
Wireless remote control battery ............................ 271
Checking and replacing fuses .............................. 275
Light bulbs........................ 287

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CAUTION
■
When working near the electric cooling fan or radiator grille
Be sure the engine switch is off.
With the engine switch on, the electric cooling fan may automatically start to
run if the air conditioning is on and/or the coolant temperature is high.
( → P. 248)
■ Safety glasses
Wear safety glasses to prevent flying or falling material, fluid spray, etc. from
getting in your eyes.
NOTICE
■If you remove the air cleaner filter
Driving with the air cleaner filter removed may cause excessive engine wear
due to dirt in the air.