
3485-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
4RUNNER (U)■
Switching between outside air
and recirculated air modes
Press .
The mode switches between outside air mode (the indicator is of f) and
recirculated air mode (the indicator is on) each time the butto n is
pressed.
■
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 side windows early, turn the ai r flow and
temperature up.
To return to the previous mode, press again when the windshiel d
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.
Before operating the defoggers, make sure the back window is
completely closed. ( P. 166)
Press
The defoggers will automatically turn off after their operation time. The
operation time varies depending on the ambient temperature and vehi-
cle speed.
Other functions

3525-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
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Ventilation and air conditioning odors
●To let fresh air in, set the air conditioning system to the out side air mode.
● During use, various odors from inside and outside the vehicle m ay enter into
and accumulate in the air conditioning system. This may then ca use odor to
be emitted from the vents.
● To reduce potential odors from occurring:
• It is recommended that the air conditioning system be set to o utside air
mode prior to turning the vehicle off.
• The start timing of the blower may be delayed for a short peri od of time
immediately after the air conditioning system is started in aut omatic
mode.
■ Air conditioning filter
P. 440
WARNING
■To prevent the windshield from fogging up
● Do not use during cool air operation in extremely humid weathe r.
The difference between the temperature of the outside air and t hat 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 mir-
ror defoggers are on.
● Do not touch the glass at lower part of the windshield or to the side of the
front pillars when the windshield wiper de-icer is on.
NOTICE
■To prevent battery discharge
Do not leave the air conditioning system on longer than necessa ry 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.

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5-4. Other interior features
To set the visor in the forward
position, flip it down.
To set the visor in the side posi-
tion, flip down, unhook, and
swing it to the side.
To use the side extender, place
the visor in the side position,
then slide it backward.
Slide the cover to open.
The light turns on when the cover
is opened.
Other interior features
Sun visors
1
2
3
Vanity mirrors
NOTICE
■ To prevent battery discharge
Do not leave the vanity lights on for extended periods while th e engine is off.

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6-1. Maintenance and care
●Working from top to bottom, liberally apply water to the vehicl e
body, wheel wells and underside of the vehicle to remove any di rt
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 thoroughl y
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 before washing the vehicle. Start washing from the front of
the vehicle. Make sure to extend the mirrors before driving.
● Brushes used in automatic car washes may scratch the vehicle su rface and
harm your vehicle’s paint.
● In certain automatic car washes, the roof antenna (if equipped) or rear
spoiler may interfere with machine operation. This may prevent the vehicle
from being cleaned properly or result in damage to the antenna or rear
spoiler.
■ High pressure car washes
As water may enter the cabin, do not bring the nozzle tip near the gaps
around the doors or perimeter of the windows, or spray these ar eas continu-
ously.
Cleaning and prot ecting the vehicle
exterior
Perform the following to protect the vehicle and maintain it in
prime condition:

583Alphabetical index
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Child safety ................................ 52Airbag precautions .................. 37
Back door precautions .......... 133
Battery precautions ....... 416, 516
Child restraint system ............. 53
How your child should
wear the seat belt ................. 31
Installing child restraints ......... 57
Moon roof precautions .......... 173
Power window lock switch .... 162
Power window precautions ... 165
Rear door child-protectors .... 114
Removed electronic key battery precautions ...... 444
Seat belt extender precautions ........................... 34
Seat belt precautions .............. 56
Seat heater precautions........ 353
Child-protectors....................... 114
Cleaning ........................... 390, 393 Aluminum wheels.................. 391
Exterior ................................. 390
Interior................................... 393
Seat belts .............................. 394
Clock ......................................... 371
Compass .................................... 92
Condenser ................................ 412
Console box ............................. 359
Cooling system Engine overheating ............... 517
Crawl Control ........................... 311
Cruise control Dynamic radar cruise
control................................. 273
Cup holders.............................. 360
Curtain shield airbags ............... 35
Customizable features ............ 547 Daytime running light
system.................................... 229
Defogger Front windshield ................... 348
Outside rear view
mirrors ........................ 342, 348
Rear window ................. 342, 348
Dimension ................................ 522
Dinghy towing.......................... 208
Display Dynamic radar cruise control ................................ 273
LDA
(Lane Departure Alert) ....... 265
Multi-information display ......... 90
Trip information....................... 90
Warning message................. 487
Do-it-yourself maintenance .... 402
Door courtesy lights Wattage ................................ 531
Doors Automatic door locking
and unlocking system......... 115
Back door ............................. 131
Door lock ...................... 113, 132
Door windows ....................... 162
Open door warning buzzer ... 120
Open door warning light ....... 479
Outside rear view mirrors ..... 160
Rear door child-protector ...... 114
Side doors ............................ 110D

586Alphabetical index
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Front side marker lights.......... 225Light switch ........................... 225
Replacing light bulbs............. 455
Wattage ................................ 531
Front turn signal lights ........... 223
Replacing light bulbs............. 453
Turn signal lever ................... 223
Wattage ................................ 531
Fuel ........................................... 243 Capacity ................................ 524
Fuel gauge .............................. 88
Fuel pump shut off system.... 476
Information ............................ 532
Refueling............................... 243
Type .............................. 243, 524
Warning light ......................... 480
Fuel filler door.......................... 243
Refueling............................... 243
Fuel pump shut off system ..... 476
Fuses ........................................ 445
Garage door opener ................ 382
Gauges ....................................... 88
Glove box ................................. 359
Grocery bag hooks .................. 368 Head restraints ........................ 153
Headlights ................................ 225
Automatic High Beam system .......... ...................... 231
Light switch ........................... 225
Replacing light bulbs................... 450, 452, 462
Wattage ................................ 531
Heaters Air conditioning
system ....... ................. 340, 346
Outside rear view mirrors ....................... 342, 348
Seat heaters ......................... 353
Hill-start assist control ........... 322
Hood ......................................... 405
Hooks Cargo hooks ......................... 365
Cargo net hooks ................... 366
Grocery bag hooks ............... 368
Retaining hooks (floor mat) .... 26
Horn .......................................... 156
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587Alphabetical index
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I/M test ...................................... 401
IdentificationEngine................................... 523
Vehicle .................................. 523
Ignition switch (engine switch) .............. 209, 212
Illuminated entry system ........ 357
Immobilizer system ................... 76
Indicators ................................... 85
Initialization
Maintenance ......................... 397
Moon roof.............................. 172
Power back window .............. 168
Power windows ..................... 164
Inside rear view mirror ............ 158
Instrument panel light control ...................................... 89
Interior lights............................ 355
Intuitive parking assist............ 286 Jack
Vehicle-equipped jack .......... 492
Jack handle .............................. 496
Jam protection function Moon roof ............................. 171
Power back window .............. 168
Power windows..................... 163
KDSS ........................................ 322
Keyless entry ........................... 118 Smart key system ................. 118
Wireless remote control ........ 110
Keys .......................................... 102 Battery-saving function ......... 121
Electronic key ....................... 102
Engine switch ............... 209, 212
If the electronic key
does not operate
properly .............................. 510
Key number plate ................. 102
Keyless entry ........................ 110
Mechanical key ..................... 104
Replacing the battery............ 442
Warning buzzer .................... 120
Wireless remote control
key...................................... 110
Knee airbags .............................. 35
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LATCH anchors ......................... 59
LeverAuxiliary catch lever .............. 405
Hood lock release lever ........ 405
Shift lever .............................. 218
Turn signal lever ................... 223
Wiper lever.................... 237, 240
License plate lights ................. 225 Light switch ........................... 225
Replacing light bulbs............. 461
Wattage ................................ 531
Light bulbs Replacing .............................. 450
Wattage ................................ 531
Lights Automatic High Beam
system ......... ....................... 231
Fog light switch ..................... 235
Front Interior light.................. 356
Headlight switch.................... 225
Interior lights list .................... 355
Luggage compartment lights ................................... 133
Personal lights ...................... 356
Rear interior light .................. 356
Replacing light bulbs............. 450
Turn signal lever ................... 223
Vanity lights .......................... 370
Wattage ................................ 531
Limited slip differential ........... 322
Load capacity........................... 191
Lock steering column ........................... 210, 215
Luggage compartment features .................................. 365 Maintenance
Do-it-yourself maintenance... 402
General maintenance ........... 398
Maintenance data ................. 522
Maintenance requirements ... 396
Resetting the message indicating maintenance is
required .............................. 397
Malfunction indicator lamp..... 478
Manual air conditioning system.................................... 340
Master warning light ....... 481, 487
Meter ........................................... 88 Indicators ................................ 85
Instrument panel light control .................................. 89
Meters..................................... 88
Multi-information display ......... 90
Warning lights ......................... 83
Mirrors Inside rear view mirror .......... 158
Outside rear view mirror defoggers ................... 342, 348
Outside rear view mirrors ..... 160
Vanity mirrors ....................... 370
Moon roof ................................. 170
Door lock linked moon roof operation ........... 172
Jam protection function ........ 171
Operation .............................. 170
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