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3505-1. Using the air conditioning system
■Windshield wiper de -icer (if equipped)
This feature is used to prevent ice from building up on the win d-
shield and wiper blades.
Press or .
The defogger will automatically turn off after approximately 15 minutes.
Double Cab models: Turning the outside rear view mirror defogge rs on will
turn the windshield wiper de-icer on.
CrewMax models: Turning the back window defogger on will turn t he wind-
shield wiper de-icer on.
■
Location of a ir outlets
Air outlets and air volume
changes according to the
selected airflow mode.
*: CrewMax models
■
Adjusting the position of and opening and closing the air out-
lets
Front
Direct air flow to the left or right,
up or down.
Air outlets
*
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3535-1. Using the air conditioning system
5
Interior features
■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. 448
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 t hat of the
windshield can cause the outer surface of the windshield to fog up, block-
ing your vision.
■ To prevent burns (vehicles with rear view mirror defoggers and wind-
shield wiper de-icer)
● 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 th e 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 to
defog.
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3785-4. Using the other interior features
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.
Open the cover
The light turns on when the cover
is opened.
Sun visors
1
2
3
Vanity mirrors (if equipped)
NOTICE
Do not leave the vanity lights on for extended periods while the engine is
stopped.
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3865-4. Using the other interior features
■Programming the HomeLink®
Steps through must be perfo rmed within 60 seconds, other-
wise the indicator light will st op flashing and programming wil l not
be able to be completed.
Press and release the HomeLink
® button you want to program
and check that the HomeLink® indicator light flashes orange.
Point the remote control
transmitter for the device at
the rear view mirror, 1 to 3 in.
(25 to 75 mm) from the
HomeLink
® buttons.
Keep the HomeLink® indicator
light in view while programming.
Program a device.
Programming a device
other than an entry gate
(for U.S.A. owners)
Press and hold the remote
control transmitter button
until the HomeLink
® indicator
light changes from slowly
flashing orange to rapidly
flashing green (rolling code)
or continuously lit green
(fixed code), then release the
button.
Programming an entry gate (for U.S.A. owners)/Programming
a device in the Canadian market
Press and release the remote con trol transmitter button at 2 sec-
ond intervals, repeatedly, until the HomeLink
® indicator light
changes from slowly flashing orange to rapidly flashing green
(rolling code) or continuous ly lit green (fixed code).
13
1
2
3
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3945-4. Using the other interior features
Compass
To turn the compass on or off,
press and hold the button for
3 seconds.
: If equipped
The compass on the inside rear view mirror indicates the direc-
tion in which the vehicle is heading.
Operation
Displays and directions
DisplayDirection
NNorth
NENortheast
EEast
SESoutheast
SSouth
SWSouthwest
WWest
NWNorthwest
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3975-4. Using the other interior features
5
Interior features
WARNING
■When driving the vehicle
Do not adjust the display. Be sure to adjust the display only when the vehi-
cle is stopped.
■ When doing the circling calibration
Be sure to secure a wide space, and watch out for people and ve hicles in
the neighborhood. Do not violate any local traffic rules while performing cir-
cling calibration.
NOTICE
■ To avoid the compass malfunctions
Do not place magnets or any metal objects near the inside rear view mirror.
Doing this may cause a malfunction of the compass sensor.
■ To ensure normal operation of the compass
● Do not perform circling calibration of the compass in a place w here the
earth’s magnetic field is subject to interference by artificial magnetic fields.
● During calibration, do not operate electric systems (moon roof, power win-
dows, etc.) as they may interfere with the calibration.
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4006-1. Maintenance and care
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior
●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 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 su rface,
parts (wheel, etc.) and harm your vehicle’s paint.
■ 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.
■ Wheels and wheel ornaments (if equipped)
●Remove any dirt immediately by using a neutral detergent.
● Wash detergent off with water immediately after use.
● To protect the paint from damage, make sure to observe the following pre-
cautions.
• Do not use acidic, alkaline or abrasive detergent
• Do not use hard brushes
• Do not use detergent on the wheels when they are hot, such as after driv-
ing or parking in hot weather
Perform the following to protect the vehicle and maintain it in
prime condition:
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600Alphabetical index
Child safety ................................ 58Airbag precautions .................. 44
Battery precautions ............... 527
Child restraint system ............. 59
How your child should wear the seat belt ................. 36
Installing child restraints ......... 63
Moon roof precautions .......... 182
Power back window precautions ......................... 178
Power window lock switch .... 172
Power window precautions ... 174
Rear door child-protector ...... 131
Removed wireless remote control battery
precautions ......................... 453
Seat belt extender precautions ........................... 39
Seat belt precautions .............. 62
Seat heater precautions........ 355
Child-protectors....................... 131
Cleaning ........................... 400, 403 Aluminum wheels.................. 400
Exterior ................................. 400
Interior................................... 403
Seat belts .............................. 404
Clock
*
Compass .................................. 394
Condenser ................................ 420
Console box ............................. 363
Coolant ..................................... 418 Capacity ................................ 545
Checking ............................... 418
Preparing and checking before winter....................... 331
Cooling system ........................ 418 Engine overheating ............... 529
CRS ............................................. 59 Cruise control
Cruise control ....................... 294
Dynamic radar cruise control ...................... 280
Cup holders ............................. 370
Curtain shield airbags............... 41
Customizable features ............ 564
Daytime running light system.................................... 237
Deck hooks .............................. 377
Defogger Back window................. 342, 349
Outside rear view mirrors ........................ 342, 349
Windshield .................... 342, 349
Differential................................ 546
Dimensions .............................. 536
Dinghy towing.......................... 216
Display Drive information .................. 111
Dynamic radar
cruise control ...................... 280
LDA
(Lane Departure Alert) ....... 272
Multi-information display ....... 110
Trip information..................... 110
Warning message................. 493
Do-it-yourself maintenance .... 412
Door lock .................................. 127 Doors .................................... 127
Key ....................................... 127
Smart key system ................. 128
Wireless remote control ........ 128
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