Toyota Highlander Hybrid 2017 Owner's Manual page 440

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6-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
WARNING
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To prevent the windshield from fogging up
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Do not use
The difference between the temperature of the outside air and that of the
windshield can cause the outer surface of the windshield to fog up, block-
ing your vision.
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Do not place anything on the instrument
panel which may cover the air outlets.
Otherwise, air flow may be obstructed,
preventing the windshield defoggers
from defogging.
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To prevent burns
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Do not touch the rear view mirror surfaces when the outside rear view mir-
ror defoggers are on.
● Do not touch the glass at lower part of the windshield or to the side of the
front pillars when the windshield wiper de-icer is on.
NOTICE
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Humidity sensor
In order to detect fog on the windshield, a
sensor which monitors the temperature
of the windshield, the surround humidity,
etc. is installed. (→P. 439)
Follow these points to avoid damaging
the sensor:
● Do not disassemble the sensor
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Do not spray the glass cleaner on the
sensor or subject it to strong impacts
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Do not stick anything on the sensor
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To prevent 12-volt battery discharge
Do not leave the air conditioning system on longer than necessary when the
hybrid system is off.
HIGHLANDER_HV_U (OM48F12U)
during cool air operation in extremely humid weather.