2016 TOYOTA AURIS TOURING SPORTS Owners Manual

4096-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
AURIS Touring Sports_EE (12K53E)
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Interior features
■Defogging the windshield
Defoggers are used to defog the windshield and front side win-
dows.
Press .
The dehumidification function operates and fan speed increases.
Set the outside/recirculated air mode button to the outside air mode if
the recirculated air mode is used. (It may switch automatically.)
To defog the windshield and the front side windows early, turn the air
flow and temperature up.
To return to the previous mode, press again when the windshield
is defogged.
■
Defogging the rear window and outside rear view mirrors
Defoggers are used to defog the rear window, and to remove rain-
drops, dew and frost from the outside rear view mirrors.
Press .
The defoggers will automatically turn off after a period of time.
■
Blower customization
Fan speed settings can be changed.
Press .
Press .
Each time is pressed, the fan speed changes as follows.
“MEDIUM” →“SOFT” →“FAST”
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4106-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
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Location of air outlets
The air outlets and air volume
change according to the
selected airflow mode.
(
→ P. 407)
: Some models
■
Adjusting the position of and opening and closing the air out-
lets
XFront center outlets
Direct air flow to the left or
right, up or down.
Turn the knob up to open the
vent and down to close the
vent.
XFront side outlets
Direct air flow to the left or right,
up or down.
Air outlets
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4116-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
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Interior features
Open the vent
Close the vent
■Using automatic mode
Fan speed is adjusted automatically according to the temperature setting and
the ambient conditions.
Therefore, the fan may stop for a while until warm or cool air is ready to flow
immediately after is pressed.
■ Fogging up of the windows
●The windows will easily fog up when the humidity in the vehicle is high.
Turning on will dehumidify the air from the outlets and defog the wind-
shield effectively.
● If you turn off, the windows may fog up more easily.
● 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 recirculat ed air mode will also cool the vehicle
interior effectively.
● Outside/recirculated air mode may automatically switch depending on the
temperature setting or the inside temperature.
■ When the outside temperature is low
The dehumidification function may not operate even when is pressed.
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4126-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
AURIS Touring Sports_EE (12K53E)■
Ventilation and air conditioning odors
●To let fresh air in, set the air conditioning system to the outside air mode.
● 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 condi tioning system be set to outside air
mode prior to turning the vehicle off.
• 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.
■ Air conditioning filter
→ P. 505
■ Customization
Settings (e.g. air conditioni ng setting) can be changed.
(Customizable features →P. 631)
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 battery discharge
Do not leave the air conditioning syst em on longer than necessary when the
engine is stopped.
● 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.

4136-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
AURIS Touring Sports_EE (12K53E)
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Interior features
On/off
The power heater turns on about
30 seconds after you press the
switch and it takes approximately
55 seconds to warm up.
■The power heater can be operated when
The engine is running.
■ 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, 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 completely.
■ After the heater is turned off
We recommend not restarting the heater for 10 minutes after you turn it off.
Otherwise, a noise may be heard as the heater ignites.
■ When refueling your vehicle
The engine must be turned off. Turning the engine off turns the power heater
off.
Power heater∗
∗: If equipped
This feature is used to keep the cabin warm in extremely cold
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AURIS Touring Sports_EE (12K53E)
WARNING
■ To prevent burns or damage to your vehicle
NOTICE
■To prevent damage to your vehicle
●Do not turn the heater on and off repeatedly in 5 minute intervals as this
can shorten the life of the heater components. If the engine must be turned
on and off repeatedly within short intervals (such as when the vehicle is
being used for delivery purposes), turn the heater off.
● Do not modify or open the heater without consulting any authorized Toyota
dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.
This may cause a heater malfunction or a fire.
● Be careful not to splash water or spill liquid directly on the heater or on the
heater fuel pump. This may cause the heater to malfunction.
● Keep the intake and exhaust pipes of the heater free from water, snow,
ice, mud, etc. If the pipes become clogged, this can cause the heater to
malfunction.
● If you notice anything unusual, such as a fluid leak, smoke or poor opera-
tion, turn off the heater and have your vehicle checked by any authorized
Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped profes-
sional.
●Do not touch the heater or its exhaust
pipe as they are hot. You may burn
yourself.
● Keep flammable items such as fuel
away from the heater and its exhaust
pipe. This may cause a fire.

4156-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
AURIS Touring Sports_EE (12K53E)
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Interior features
After pulling the lid to open, press
the switch.High temperature
Low temperature
The indicator light comes on when
the switch is on.
Seat heaters∗
∗: If equipped
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 the minor burns or overheat-
ing
• 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 battery discharge, do not use the functions when the engine is
not running.
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4166-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
AURIS Touring Sports_EE (12K53E)
●Vehicles without a smart entry & start system:
The seat heaters can be used when the engine switch is in the “ON” posi-
tion.
Vehicles with a smart entry & start system:
The seat heaters can be used when the engine switch is in IGNITION ON
mode.
● When not in use, put the switch in the neutral position. The indicator will turn
off.