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2775-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
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WARNING
■ 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, block-
ing your vision.
■ To prevent burns
Do not touch the rear view mirror surfaces when the outside rear view mirror
defoggers are on.
NOTICE
■To prevent 12-volt battery discharge
Do not leave the air conditioning syst em on longer than necessary when the
hybrid system is off.
● Do not place anything on the instrument
panel which may cover the air outlets.
Otherwise, air flow may be obstructed,
preventing the windshield defoggers
from defogging.
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2785-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
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Using the steering wheel climate remote
control switches
∗
Temperature control
Outside air or recirculated air
mode
Press “ ∧” on to increase the temperature and “ ∨” to decrease
the temperature.
Press .
The mode switches between outside air mode and recirculated air mode
each time the switch is pressed.
■ When changing the temperature se tting using the steering switches
The temperature will change, however the position of the selection frame on
the air conditioning display will remain the same.
∗: If equipped
Some air conditioning features can be controlled using the
switches on the steering wheel.
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2
Adjusting the temperature setting
Changing the outside air or recirculated air modes
WARNING
■ To reduce the risk of an accident
Exercise care when operating the air conditioning switches on the steering
wheel.
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2795-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
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Seat heaters∗
Heats the left front seat
Heats the right front seat
The indicator light comes on.
●The seat heaters can be used when the power switch is in ON mode.
● When not in use, turn off the switch. The indicator light turns off.
∗: If equipped
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2
WARNING
● Care should be taken to prevent injury if anyone in the following categories
comes in contact with the seats when the heater is on:
• Babies, small children, the elderly, the sick and the physically chal-
lenged
• Persons with sensitive skin
• Persons who are fatigued
• Persons who have taken alcohol or drugs that induce sleep (sleeping drugs, cold remedies, etc.)
● Observe the following precautions to prevent minor burns or overheating:
• Do not cover the seat with a blanket or cushion when using the seat heater.
• Do not use seat heater more than necessary.
NOTICE
● Do not put heavy objects that have an uneven surface on the seat and do
not stick sharp objects (needles, nails, etc.) into the seat.
● To prevent 12-volt battery discharge, do not use the functions when the
hybrid system is off.
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2835-3. Using the storage features
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List of storage features
Card holders
(if equipped: →P. 288)
Auxiliary boxes ( →P. 287)
Cup holders ( →P. 285) Glove boxes (
→P. 284)
Bottle holders/door pockets
( → P. 285)
Console box ( →P. 284)1
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WARNING
● Do not leave glasses, lighters or spray cans in the storage spaces, as this
may cause the following when cabin temperature becomes high:
• Glasses may be deformed by heat or cracked if they come into contact
with other stored items.
• Lighters or spray cans may explode. If they come into contact with other stored items, the lighter may catch fire or the spray can may release
gas, causing a fire hazard.
● When driving or when the storage compartments are not in use, keep the
lids closed.
In the event of sudden braking or sudden swerving, an accident may occur
due to an occupant being struck by an open lid or the items stored inside.
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2865-3. Using the storage features
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●When storing a bottle, close the cap.
● The bottle may not be stored depending on its size or shape.
WARNING
Do not place anything other than cups or aluminum cans in the cup holders.
Other items may be thrown out of the holders in the event of an accident or
sudden braking, causing injury. If possible, cover hot drinks to prevent
burns.
NOTICE
Put the cap on before stowing a bottle. Do not place open bottles or glass
and paper cups containing liquid in the bottle holders.
The contents may spill and glasses may break.
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