Toyota 2014 Venza Owner's Manual page 294

3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
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Using the automatic mode
Fan speed is adjusted automatically in accordance with the temperature set-
ting and ambient conditions. As a result, the following may occur.
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Immediately after
until warm or cool air is ready to flow.
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Cool air may flow to the area around the upper body when the heater is
on.
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Using the system in recirculated air mode
The windows will fog up more easily if the recirculated air mode is used for
an extended period.
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Switching between outside air and recirculated air modes
Recirculated air mode or outside air mode may be automatically switched in
accordance with the temperature setting and the inside temperature.
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When the outside temperature exceeds 75°F (24°C) and the air condi-
tioning system is on
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In order to reduce the air conditioning power consumption, the air condi-
tioning system may switch to recirculated air mode automatically. This
may help to improve fuel consumption.
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Vehicles with smart key system:
Recirculated air mode is selected as a default mode when the "ENGINE
START STOP" switch is turned to IGNITION ON mode.
Vehicles without smart key system:
Recirculated air mode is selected as a default mode when the engine
switch is turned to the "ON" position.
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It is possible to switch to outside air mode at any time by pressing
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Window defogger feature
Recirculated air mode may automatically switch to outside air mode in situa-
tions where the windows need to be defogged.
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is pressed, the fan may stop for a while
.