2022 TOYOTA 4RUNNER mirror

3585-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
4RUNNER (U)
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 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 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.
■ When repairing/replacing parts of the air conditioning system
Have repair/replacement performed by your Toyota dealer.
When a part of the air conditioning system, such as the evapora tor, is to be
replaced, it must be replaced with a new one.
● 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.

3605-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
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Change the airflow mode
To change the air outlets, press , , or .
■Other functions
●
Switching between outside air and recirculated air modes
(  P. 361)
● Defogging the windshield ( P. 3 6 1 )
● Defogging the rear window and outside rear view mirrors
(  P. 361)
● Windshield wiper de-icer (if equipped) ( P. 3 6 2 )
Press .
The air conditioning system begins to operate. Air outlets and fan speed
are automatically adjusted according to the temperature setting .
Adjust the temperature setting.
To stop the operation, press .
■Automatic mode indicator
If the fan speed setting or air flow modes are operated, the au to-
matic mode indicator goes off. However, automatic mode for func -
tions other than that o perated is maintained.
■Adjusting the temperature for driver and passenger seats sep-
arately (“DUAL” mode)
Perform the following procedures to turn on the “DUAL” mode:
●Press .
● Adjust the passenger’s side temperature setting.
The indicator comes on when the “DUAL” mode is on.
While in “DUAL” mode, the temperature of the rear air outlets i s
set at the right-hand side temperature setting.
Using automatic mode
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2
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3615-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
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Interior features
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. 165)
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

3665-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
4RUNNER (U)
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 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 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.
■ When repairing/replacing parts of the air conditioning system
Have repair/replacement performed by your Toyota dealer.
When a part of the air conditioning system, such as the evapora tor, is to be
replaced, it must be replaced with a new one.
● 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
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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,
parts (wheel, etc.) 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:

5668-2. Customization
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BSM (Blind Spot Monitor)* (P. 2 8 1 )
*: If equipped
■
RCTA (Rear Cross Traffic Alert)* (P. 297)
*: If equipped
■
Toyota parking assist-sensor* (P. 2 8 8 )
*: If equipped
■
Seat belt reminder ( P. 486)
FunctionDefault settingCustomized
setting
BSM OnOff O – –
Outside rear view mirror
indicator brightness BrightDim
O– –
Blank
Sensitivity IntermediateEarly
O– –
Late
Only when in blind spot
FunctionDefault settingCustomized setting
RCTA OnOff O – –
RCTA buzzer volume21 to 3 – – O
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FunctionDefault settingCustomized
setting
Detection distance of the
rear center sensor Far Near – O O
Buzzer volume Level 2 Level 1 to 3 – O O
FunctionDefault settingCustomized setting
Vehicle speed linked seat
belt reminder buzzerOnOff – – O
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593Alphabetical index
4RUNNER (U)
Child safety ................................ 54Airbag precautions .................. 39
Back door precautions .......... 132
Battery precautions ....... 431, 526
Child restraint system ............. 55
How your child should
wear the seat belt ................. 33
Installing child restraints ......... 59
Moon roof precautions .......... 172
Power window lock switch .... 161
Power window precautions ... 164
Rear door child-protectors .... 114
Removed electronic key battery precautions ...... 457
Seat belt extender precautions ........................... 36
Seat belt precautions .............. 58
Seat heater precautions........ 367
Child-protectors....................... 114
Cleaning ........................... 404, 408 Exterior ................................. 404
Interior................................... 408
Seat belts .............................. 409
Wheels and wheel ornaments .......................... 405
Clock ......................................... 385
Compass .................................... 94
Condenser ................................ 427
Console box ............................. 373
Cooling system Engine overheating ............... 527
Crawl Control ........................... 323
Cruise control Dynamic radar cruise control................................. 268
Cup holders.............................. 374
Curtain shield airbags ............... 37
Customizable features ............ 557 Daytime running light
system.................................... 226
Defogger Front windshield ................... 361
Outside rear view
mirrors ........................ 354, 361
Rear window ................. 354, 361
Dimension ................................ 532
Dinghy towing.......................... 206
Display Dynamic radar cruise control ................................ 268
LDA
(Lane Departure Alert) ....... 260
Multi-information display ......... 92
Trip information....................... 92
Warning message................. 497
Do-it-yourself maintenance .... 417
Door courtesy lights Wattage ................................ 541
Doors Automatic door locking
and unlocking system......... 115
Back door ............................. 130
Door lock ...................... 113, 131
Door windows ....................... 161
Open door warning buzzer ... 121
Open door warning light ....... 488
Outside rear view mirrors ..... 159
Rear door child-protector ...... 114
Side doors ............................ 110
Downhill assist control
system.................................... 320
Drive-Start Control .................. 175
Driver’s seat position memory .................................. 148D