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Controls
Press the button to open the center pocket.
■Using the center pocket as a cool box*
While the air conditioner is in use, you can
store items in the center pocket to keep them
cool.
Press the COOL BOX button to cool inside the
center pocket (indicator on).
*1: Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an
ignition switch.
■Center Pocket
Button
1 Using the center pocket as a cool box*
NOTICE
Do not put opened cans, or uncovered containers
with loose ice inside the cool box. Spilled liquids can
damage the upholstery and electrical components in
and around the cool box.
The cool box is not a refrige rator. It only keeps chilled
beverages cool.
The climate control system continues to cool the cool
box when the heater is turned on.
Pressing the COOL BOX button automatically turns
on the air conditioning system.
The cool box automatically turns off if:
•The air conditioning system is turned off.
•You turn the ignition switch to LOCK ( 0*1.
* Not available on all models
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■Third row seat beverage holders
The accessory power so ckets can be used when the i gnition switch is in ACCESSORY
(q or ON (w*1.
■Accessory power socket (console panel)
Open the cover to use it.
*1: Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an
ignition switch.
■Accessory Power Sockets1 Accessory Power Sockets
NOTICE
Do not insert an automotive type cigarette lighter
element.
This can overheat the power socket.
The accessory power socket is designed to supply
power for 12 volt DC access ories that are rated 120
watts (10 amps) or less.
To prevent battery drain, only use the power socket
with the engine running.
When each socket is bei ng used simultaneously, the
combined power rating of the accessories should not
exceed 120 watts (10 amps).
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The power mode must be in ON to use the
seat heaters. The HI setting heats the seats
faster than the LO setting.
The appropriate indicato r will be on while the
seat heater is on. Each time you press the
switch, the mode changes to HI, LO and off.
■Seat Heaters*1Seat Heaters*
Do not use the seat heaters even in LO when the
engine is off. Under such conditions, the battery may
be weakened, making the engine difficult to start.
3WARNING
Heat induced burns are possible when
using seat heaters.
Persons with a diminished ability to sense
temperature (e.g., persons with diabetes,
lower-limb nerve damage, or paralysis) or
with sensitive skin should not use seat
heaters.
* Not available on all models
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Heating and Cooling*
Using Vents, Heating and A/C
MODE ButtonChange airflow.
Floor and
defroster
vents
Floor vents
Dashboard
and floor
vents
Dashboard
vents
Fan Control Dial
Adjusts the fan speed.
ButtonTurns on the A/C, selects airflow from the dashboard
vents, and switches the mode to recirculation.
A/C ButtonPress to cool the interior or
dehumidify while heating.
Windshield Defroster ButtonTurns on the A/C, selects airflow from
the defroster vents at the base of the
windshield, and switches the mode to
fresh air.
Temperature Control DialAdjusts the interior temperature.
(Recirculation) ButtonPress the button and
switch the mode depending on
environmental conditions.
Recirculation Mode (indicator on):
Recirculates air from the vehicle’s
interior through the system.
Fresh Air Mode (indicator off):
Maintains outside ventilation.
Keep the system in fresh air mode
in normal situations. (On/Off) Button
* Not available on all models
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The heater uses heat from the engine coolant
to warm the air.
1. Adjust the fan speed using the fan control
dial.
2. Press the mode button to select .
3. Adjust the temperature using the
temperature control dial.
■To rapidly warm up the interior
1. Set the fan to the maximum speed.
2. Select .
3. Set the temperature to maximum heat.
4. Press the button (indicator on).
■To dehumidify the interior
When used in combination with the heat er, the air conditioning system makes the
interior warm and dry and can prev ent the windows from fogging up.
1. Adjust the fan speed using the fan control dial.
2. Press the A/C button to turn on the air conditioning.
3. Select .
4. Adjust the temperature using the temperature control dial.
■Heating1Heating
When you select , th e mode automatically
switches to fresh air.
1 To rapidly warm up the interior
Change to fresh air mode as soon as the interior gets
warm enough. The windows may fog up if kept in
recirculation mode.
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1. Adjust the fan speed using the fan control
dial.
2. Press the mode button to select .
3. Adjust the temperature using the
temperature control dial.
4. Press the A/C button (indicator on).
■To rapidly cool down the interior
1. Set the fan to the maximum speed.
2. Set the temperature to maximum cool.
3. Press the button (indicator on).
Pressing the button turns the air
conditioning system on and automatically
switches the system to fresh air mode.
■To rapidly defrost the windows
1. Set the fan to the maximum speed.
2. Press the button.
3. Press the button.
4. Set the temperature to maximum heat.
■Cooling1To rapidly cool down the interior
If the interior is very warm, you can cool it down
more rapidly by parti ally opening the windows.
■Defrosting the Windshield and Windows1Defrosting the Windshield and Windows
For your safety, make sure you have a clear view
through all the windows before driving.
Do not set the temperatur e near the upper or lower
limit.
When cold air hits the windshield, the outside of the
windshield may fog up.
If the side windows fog up, adjust the vents so that
the air hits th e side windows.
1To rapidly defrost the windows
After defrosting the windows, switch over to fresh air
mode.
If you keep the system in recirculation mode, the
windows may fog up from humidity. This impedes
visibility.
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Climate Control System*
Using Automatic Climate Control
The automatic climate control system maintains the interior temperature you select.
The system also selects the proper mix of heated or cooled air that raises or lowers
the interior temperature to your pr eference as quickly as possible.
Use the system when the engine is running.
1. Press the AUTO button.
2. Adjust the interior temperature us ing the temperature control dial.
3. Press the button to cancel.
■Switching between the recirculation and fresh air modes
Press the button and switch the mode depending on environmental
conditions.
Recirculation Mode (indicator on): Recirculates air from the vehicle’s interior through
the system.
Fresh Air Mode (indicator off): Maintains outside ventilation. Keep the system in
fresh air mode in normal situations.
1 Using Automatic Climate Control
If any buttons are presse d while using the climate
control system in auto, the function of the button
that was pressed will take priority.
The AUTO indicator will go off, but functions
unrelated to the button th at was pressed will be
controlled automatically.
The compressor may turn on to prevent window
fogging, even if the display reads A/C OFF.
To prevent cold air from bl owing in from outside, the
fan may not start i mmediately when the AUTO
button is pressed.
Once you have set the desi red temperature, do not use
the temperature control di als more than necessary.
Doing so may delay the time it takes to reach the set
temperature.
If the interior is very warm, you can cool it down
more rapidly by partial ly opening the windows,
turning the system on auto, and setting the
temperature to low. Change the fresh air mode to
recirculation mode until the temperature cools down.
When you set the temperat ure to the lower or upper
limit, Lo or Hi is displayed.
Pressing the button sw itches the climate
control system between on and off. When turned on,
the system returns to your last selection.
Dashboard
vents
Dashboard
and floor
vents
Floor vents
Floor and
defroster
vents
AUTO Button
Driver’s Side
Temperature
Control Dial
A/C (Air Conditioning) Button
/ (Fan Control) Buttons

(Recirculation)
Button
(On/Off) Button
SYNC (Synchronized)
Button
Passenger’s Side
Temperature
Control Dial
(Windshield
Defroster) Button
MODE Button
* Not available on all models
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Controls
Pressing the button turns the air
conditioner system on and automatically
switches the system to fresh air mode.
■To rapidly defrost the windows
1.Press the button.
2. Press the button.
■Defrosting the Windshield and Windows1Defrosting the Windshield and Windows
For your safety, make sure you have a clear view
through all the windows before driving.
Do not set the temperatur e near the upper or lower
limit.
When cold air hits the windshield, the outside of the
windshield may fog up.
If the side windows fog up, adjust the vents so that
the air hits th e side windows.
1To rapidly defrost the windows
After defrosting the windows, switch over to fresh air
mode.
If you keep the system in recirculation mode, the
windows may fog up from humidity. This impedes
visibility.
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