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5-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
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Fogging up of the windows
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The windows will easily fog up when the humidity in the vehicle is high.
Turning
shield effectively.
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If you turn
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The windows may fog up if the recirculated air mode is used.
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Outside/recirculated air mode
When driving on dusty roads such as tunnels or in heavy traffic, set the out-
side/recirculated air mode to the recirculated air mode. This is effective in
preventing outside air from entering the vehicle interior. During cooling opera-
tion, setting the recirculated air mode will also cool the vehicle interior effec-
tively.
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When the outside temperature exceeds 75°F (24°C) and the air condition-
ing system is on
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In order to reduce the air conditioning power consumption, the air condition-
ing system may switch to recirculated air mode automatically. This may also
reduce fuel consumption.
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Recirculated air mode is selected as a default mode when the engine switch
is turned to the "ON" position (vehicles without a smart key system) or the
engine switch is turned to IGNITION ON mode (vehicles with a smart key
system).
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It is possible to switch to outside air mode at any time by pressing
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When the indicator light on
Press
to turn off the cooling and dehumidification function and turn it on
again. There may be a problem in the air conditioning system if the indicator
light continues to flash. Turn the air conditioning system off and have it
inspected by your Toyota dealer.
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on will dehumidify the air from the outlets and defog the wind-
off, the windows may fog up more easily.
flashes
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