3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
Outside/recirculated air mode
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When driving on dusty roads such as tunnels or in heavy traffic, set the
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outside/recirculated air mode button to the recirculated air mode. This is
effective in preventing outside air from entering the vehicle interior. Dur-
ing cooling operation, setting the recirculated air mode will also cool the
vehicle interior effectively.
Outside/recirculated air mode may automatically switch depending on
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the temperature setting or the inside temperature.
When the outside temperature exceeds 75°F (24°C) and the air condi-
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tioning system is on
In order to reduce the air conditioning power consumption, the air condi-
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tioning system may switch to recirculated air mode automatically. This
may also reduce fuel consumption.
Recirculated air mode is selected as a default mode when the "POWER"
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switch is turned to ON mode.
It is possible to switch to outside air mode at any time by pressing
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When the outside temperature falls to nearly 32°F (0°C)
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The dehumidification function may not operate even when
pressed.
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