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317
6Interior features
6-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
Air conditioning system ..... 318
Seat heaters...................... 326
6-2. Using the interior lights Interior lights list ................ 328• Interior light ................... 328
• Personal lights .............. 329
6-3. Using the storage features List of storage features ..... 330• Glove box...................... 331
• Cup holders .................. 331
• Bottle holders ................ 332
• Auxiliary box ................. 333
Luggage compartment features ........................... 334
6-4. Using the other interior features
Other interior features ....... 336 • Sun visors ..................... 336
• Vanity mirrors................ 336
• Power outlet .................. 337
• Assist grips ................... 338
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3246-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
■Fogging up of the windows
●Vehicles with the button: 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 windshield effectively.
● Vehicles with the button: 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 effective
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 the
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
the button)
The dehumidification function may not operate even when is pressed.
■ Ventilation and air conditioning odors
●To let fresh air in, set the air conditioning system to the outside air m\
ode.
● 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.
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3276-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
6
Interior features
Turns on the front left seat
heater
Turns on the front right seat
heater
The indicator light comes on.
■The seat heaters can be used when
The engine switch is in the “ON” position.
■ When not in use
Turn the seat heater off.
Operating instructions
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3286-2. Using the interior lights
Interior lights list
Off
Door position
On
Interior light ( →P. 328)
Personal lights ( →P. 329)
Interior light
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3296-2. Using the interior lights
6
Interior features
On
Off
■Illuminated entry system
The lights automatically turn on/off according to the engine switch position,
whether the doors are locked/unlocked, and whether the doors are opened/
closed.
■ To prevent the battery from being discharged
The following lights will go off automatically after 20 minutes:
●Interior light
● Personal lights
● Luggage compartment light
Personal lights
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3306-3. Using the storage features
List of storage features
Glove box ( →P. 331)
Cup holders ( →P. 331) Bottle holders (
→P. 332)
Auxiliary box ( →P. 333)
WARNING
■Items that should not be left in the storage spaces
Do not leave glasses, lighters or spray cans in the storage spaces, as this
may result in 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.
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7Maintenance and care
7-1. Maintenance and careCleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior .......... 340
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior ........... 344
7-2. Maintenance Maintenance requirements ................... 347
General maintenance........ 349
Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M)
programs......................... 352
7-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Do-it-yourself service precautions ..................... 353
Hood ................................. 356
Positioning a floor jack ...... 358
Engine compartment ......... 360
Tires .................................. 370
Tire inflation pressure ....... 378
Wheels .............................. 382
Air conditioning filter.......... 385
Wireless remote control battery ............................. 388
Checking and replacing fuses ............................... 391
Light bulbs......................... 396
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3407-1. Maintenance and care
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior
●Working from top to bottom, liber ally apply water to the vehicle
body, wheel wells and underside of the vehicle to remove any dirt
and dust.
● Wash the vehicle body using a sponge or soft cloth, such as a
chamois.
● For hard-to-remove marks, use car wash soap and rinse thoroughly
with water.
● Wipe away any water.
● Wax the vehicle when the wate rproof coating deteriorates.
If water does not bead on a clean surface, apply wax when the vehicle
body is cool.
■Automatic car washes
●Fold the mirrors and remove the antenna before washing the vehicle. Start
washing from the front of the vehicle. Make sure to re-install the antenna
and extend the mirrors before driving.
● Brushes used in automatic car washes may scratch the vehicle surface and
harm your vehicle’s paint.
● Rear spoiler (if equipped) may not be washable in some automatic car
washes. There may also be an increased risk of damage to vehicle.
■ High pressure car washes
●Do not allow the nozzles of the car wash to come within close proximity of
the windows and door borders, and high mounted stoplight.
● Before using the car wash, check that the fuel filler door on your vehicle is
closed properly.
Perform the following to protect the vehicle and maintain it in
prime condition: