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Air conditioning system
Airflow and outlets are automatically adjusted according to the tem-
perature setting.
Temperature
control buttonTemperature
setting displayAir outlet
display
Fan speed
display Windshield
defogger button
Off
Automatic mode Outside air or recirculated
air mode
Changes the air outlets used
Fan speed
control buttonOutside temperature display ( P. 372)
Micro dust and
pollen filter
Cooling and dehumidification
function ON/OFF switch
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Defogging the windshield
Press .
The air conditioning system con-
trol operates automatically.
Recirculated air mode will auto-
matically switch to outside air
mode.
Micro dust and pollen filterPress .
Outside air mode switches to recirculated air mode. Pollen is removed
from the air and the air flows to the upper part of the body.
Usually the system will turn off automatically approximately 3 minutes
later.
To stop the operation, press again.
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■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 temperature setting.
■ Micro dust and pollen filter
●In order to prevent the windows from fogging up when the outside air is
cold, the following may occur.
• Outside air mode does not switch to recirculated air mode.
• The air conditioning system operates automatically.
• The operation cancels after 1 minute.
● In rainy weather, the windows may fog up. Press .
● Condensation may appear on the windows if this mode is used in abnor-
mally high levels of humidity.
● Pollen will be collected by the filter even when micro dust and pollen f\
ilter
mode is OFF.
■ Maintenance of the air conditioning filter
The air conditioning filter must be cleaned or changed regularly to maintain
air conditioning efficiency according to the maintenance schedule. In dusty
areas or areas with heavy traffic flow, early replacement may be required.
(For scheduled maintenance information, refer to the “Owner’s Manual
Supplement/ Scheduled Maintenance Guide”.)
When inspecting, cleaning and replacing the air conditioning filter, contact
your Toyota dealer.
■ If air flow from the vents decreases dramatically
The filter may be clogged. Contact your Toyota dealer.
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Maintenance and care
CAUTION
The engine compartment contains many mechanisms and fluids that may
move suddenly, become hot, or become electrically energized. To avoid death
or serious injury, observe the following precautions.
■
When working on the engine compartment
●Make sure that the indicator on the “POWER” switch and the “READY”
indicator are both off.
● Keep hands, clothing and tools away from the moving fan.
● Be careful not to touch the engine, power control unit, radiator, exhaust
manifold, etc. right after driving as they may be hot. Oil and other fluids
may also be hot.
● Do not leave anything that may burn easily, such as paper and rags, in the
engine compartment.
● Do not smoke, cause sparks or expose an open flame to fuel. Fuel fumes
are flammable.
■ When working near the electric c ooling fans or radiator grille
Be sure the “POWER” switch is off.
With the “POWER” switch in ON mode, the electric cooling fans may auto-
matically start to run if the air conditioning is on and/or the coolant tempera-
ture is high. ( P. 435)
■ 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.
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Other displayed messages
Carrying out the corresponding action turns the message off.
Displayed messageDetailsCorrection procedure
Maintenance of the hybrid sys-
tem (traction battery) cooling
component is required The filter may be clogged, the
air vent may be blocked or
there may be a gap in the
duct. Have maintenance
performed on the
hybrid system
(traction battery)
cooling component
at your Toyota
dealer.
EV drive mode cannot be
switched to. A buzzer also sounds.
The reason why EV drive
mode cannot be used is
shown (may not be shown in
some instances.) Use the EV drive
mode when it
becomes available.
(Flashes
3times) EV drive mode has been auto-
matically canceled.
A buzzer also sounds.
The reason why EV drive
mode cannot be used is
shown (may not be shown in
some instances.) Drive normally for a
short time.
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MaintenanceDo-it-yourself maintenance ....................... 419
General maintenance ............ 414
Maintenance data.................. 572
Maintenance requirements.... 411
Maintenance data ..................... 412
Meter Instrument panel light
control ................................. 220
Meters ................................... 217
Speed unit select button........ 219
Trip information display ......... 232
Micro dust and pollen filter ..... 336
Microphone
*............................ 395
Mirrors Inside rear view mirror........... 119
Side mirror heater ................. 352
Side mirrors ........................... 123
Vanity mirrors ........................ 371
MP3 disc
*
Multi-information display ........ 226
Navigation system (refer to “NAVIGATION
SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”)
Noise from under vehicle ..........22
Odometer .................................. 231
Oil
Engine oil .............................. 429
Opener
Back door ................................94
Fuel filler door ....................... 133
Hood...................................... 422
Outside rear view mirrors Adjusting and folding ............. 123
Outside rear view mirror
defogger switch ..................... 352 Outside temperature
display .................................... 372
Overheating .............................. 561
Parking brake ........................... 215
Parking lights
Switch ................................... 253
PCS ........................................... 308
Personal lights
Switch ................................... 361
Wattage................................. 582
Power outlets ........................... 373
“POWER” switch ..................... 195
Power windows ........................ 125
Pre-collision system ................ 308
Radar cruise control system .................................... 273
Radiator .................................... 435
Radio
*
Radio data system*
RDS*
Rear seats Adjustment ............................ 103
Folding down......................... 104
Rear turn signal lights
Replacing light bulbs ............. 478
Wattage................................. 582
Rear view mirror .............. 119, 123
Rear view monitor system
*
Rear window and outside rear view mirror
defoggers ............................... 352
Rear window wiper and washer .................................... 265
Remote Air C onditioning
System.................................... 348
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