2023 TOYOTA 4RUNNER heater

TABLE OF CONTENTS4
4RUNNER (U)5-1. Using the air conditioning
system and defogger
Manual air conditioning system............................. 342
Automatic air conditioning system............................. 349
Heated steering wheel/ Seat heaters/
seat ventilators ................ 357
5-2. Using the interior lights Interior lights list ................ 360
• Interior lights ................. 361
• Personal lights .............. 361
5-3. Using the storage features
List of storage features...... 363
• Glove box...................... 364
• Console box .................. 364
• Cup holders .................. 365
• Auxiliary box ................. 367
• Coin holder/tissue pocket/
pen holder ..................... 368
• Bottle holders ................ 369
Luggage compartment features ........................... 370 5-4. Other interior features
Other interior features........ 375
• Sun visors ..................... 375
• Vanity mirrors ................ 375
• Clock ............................. 376
• Power outlets (120 V AC) .................... 377
• Power outlets ................ 381
• USB charging ports ....... 384
• Armrest.......................... 386
• Assist grips .................... 386
Garage door opener .......... 387
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4RUNNER (U)USB port
*2
Seat heater/ventilator switches*1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 357
Power outlets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 381
Front-wheel drive control lever
*1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 294
Front-wheel drive control switch
*1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 294
Four-wheel drive control switch
*1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 298
USB charging ports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 384
Power back window switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 158
Seat heater switches
*1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 3 57
*1: If equipped
*2: Refer to “NAVIGATION AND MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.
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Interior features5
4RUNNER (U)5-1. Using the air conditioning
system and defogger
Manual air conditioning system............................. 342
Automatic air conditioning system............................. 349
Heated steering wheel/ Seat heaters/
seat ventilators ................ 357
5-2. Using the interior lights Interior lights list ................ 360
• Interior lights ................. 361
• Personal lights .............. 361
5-3. Using the storage features
List of storage features ..... 363
• Glove box...................... 364
• Console box .................. 364
• Cup holders .................. 365
• Auxiliary box ................. 367
• Coin holder/tissue pocket/
pen holder ..................... 368
• Bottle holders ................ 369
Luggage compartment features ........................... 370 5-4. Other interior features
Other interior features ....... 375
• Sun visors ..................... 375
• Vanity mirrors................ 375
• Clock ............................. 376
• Power outlets (120 V AC) .................... 377
• Power outlets ................ 381
• USB charging ports....... 384
• Armrest ......................... 386
• Assist grips ................... 386
Garage door opener.......... 387

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Interior features
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Heated steering wheel/Seat heaters/seat
ventilators
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: If equipped
Heated steering wheel and seat heaters heat the side grips of t he
steering wheel and seats, respectively. Seat ventilators mainta in
good ventilation by pulling ai r through the seat upholstery.
WARNING
●Care should be taken to prevent injury if anyone in the following categories
comes in contact with the steering wheel and seats when the hea ter is on:
• Babies, small children, the elderly, the sick and the physically chal- lenged
• Persons with sensitive skin
• Persons who are fatigued
• Persons who have taken alcohol or drugs that induce sleep (sleeping drugs, cold remedies, etc.)
● Observe the following precautions to prevent minor burns or ove rheating:
• Do not cover the seat with a blanket or cushion when using the seat
heater.
• Do not use seat heater more than necessary.
NOTICE
● Do not put heavy objects that have an uneven surface on the sea t and do
not stick sharp objects (needles, nails, etc.) into the seat.
● To prevent battery discharge, do not use the functions when the engine is
off.

3585-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
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Turns the heated steering wheel
on/off
The indicator light comes on when
the heated steering wheel is oper-
ating.
The heated steering wheel can be used when the engine switch is in IGNI-
TION ON mode.
Vehicles with ventilator
Press the knob to release it,
and turn the knob to the desired
temperature setting.
OFF
Press the knob to lock it when not
in use.
Ventilation
Heat
Heated steering wheel
Seat heaters/ventilators
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Interior features
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Vehicles without ventilator
On
The indicator light comes on.
Adjusts the seat temperature
The further you move the dial for-
ward, the warmer the seat
becomes.
Off
Move the dial fully backward. The
indicator light turns off.
■The seat heaters/seat ventilators can be used when
The engine switch is in IGNITION ON mode.
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3795-4. Other interior features
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WARNING
■Using a power outlet
Observe the following precautions to reduce the risk of injury.
● Use of the power outlet when it is wet with water or snow may r esult in
electrical shocks and is extremely dangerous. The power outlet must be
thoroughly dried before use.
● Do not allow children to use or play with the power outlet.
● Be careful not to get any part of your body caught in the power outlet lid.
● When using electrical appliances, strictly follow any cautions and notices
written on their labels and in the manufacturers' instruction manuals.
● Do not modify, disassemble or repair the power outlet or its in verter in any
way. Doing so may result in unexpected malfunctions or accidents, which
could cause serious damage or injuries. Contact your Toyota dea ler for
any necessary repairs.
■ To prevent injuries and accidents, secure all electric appliances before
use and do not use any appliances that may do any of the follow ing:
● Distract the driver while driving, or hamper safe driving.
● Result in a fire or burn injuries due to the appliance rolling, falling or over-
heating while driving.
● Emit steam while the window s of the cabin are closed.
■ To prevent unexpected accidents, such as electric shocks, do not per-
form any of the following actions:
● Using the power outlet for electric heaters while sleeping.
● Contaminating the power outlet with liquid substances or mud.
● Handling electrical appliance plugs at the power outlet with wet hands or
feet.
● Inserting foreign objects into the power outlet.
● Using malfunctioning electric appliances.
● Inserting inappropriate or badly fitting plugs into the power outlet.

4026-1. Maintenance and care
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NOTICE
■Cleaning detergents
● Do not use the following types of detergent, as they may discolor the vehi-
cle interior or cause streaks or damage to painted surfaces:
• Non-seat portions: Organic substances such as benzene or gasoline,
alkaline or acidic solutions, dye, and bleach
• Seats: Alkaline or acidic solutions, such as thinner, benzene, and alco-
hol
● Do not use polish wax or polish cleaner. The instrument panel’s or other
interior part’s painted surface may be damaged.
■ Preventing damage to leather surfaces
Observe the following precautions to avoid damage to and deterioration of
leather surfaces:
● Remove any dust or dirt from leather surfaces immediately.
● Do not expose the vehicle to direct sunlight for extended periods of time.
Park the vehicle in the shade, especially during summer.
● Do not place items made of vinyl, plastic, or containing wax on the uphol-
stery, as they may stick to the leather surface if the vehicle interior heats
up significantly.
■ Water on the floor
Do not wash the vehicle floor with water.
Vehicle systems such as the audio system may be damaged if water comes
into contact with electrical components such as the audio system above or
under the floor of the vehicle. Water may also cause the body to rust.
■ When cleaning the inside of the windshield
Do not allow glass cleaner to contact the lens. Also, do not touch the lens.
(P. 233)
■ Cleaning the inside of the rear quarter windows and back window
● Do not use glass cleaner to clean the rear quarter windows and back win-
dow, as this may cause damage to the rear window defogger heate r wires
or antenna. Use a cloth dampened with lukewarm water to gently wipe the
window clean. Wipe the window i n strokes running parallel to the heater
wires or antenna.
● Be careful not to scratch or damage the heater wires or antenna .