Toyota 2011 Highlander Owner's Manual page 267

3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
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Switching between outside air and recirculated air modes
Recirculated air mode or outside air mode may be automatically switched to
in accordance with the temperature setting and the inside temperature.
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Window defogger feature
Recirculated air mode may automatically switch to
in situations where the windows need to be defogged.
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When outside temperature approaches 32°F (0°C)
The air conditioning system may not operate even when
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Air conditioning odors
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During use, various odors from inside and outside the vehicle may enter
into and accumulate in the air conditioning system. This may then cause
odor to be emitted from the vents.
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To reduce potential odors from occurring:
• It is recommended that the air conditioning system be set to outside air
mode prior to turning the vehicle off.
• The start timing of the blower may be delayed for a short period of time
immediately after the air conditioning system is started in automatic
mode.
CAUTION
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To prevent the windshield from fogging up
Do not use
difference between the temperature of the outside air and that of the wind-
shield can cause the outer surface of the windshield to fog up, blocking your
vision.
NOTICE
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To prevent battery discharge
Do not leave the air conditioning system on longer than necessary when the
engine is off.
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during cool air operation in extremely humid weather. The
(outside air) mode
is pressed.