Using the automatic mode
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Fan speed is adjusted automatically in accordance with the temperature set-
ting and ambient conditions. As a result, the following may occur.
Immediately after the switch is pressed, the fan may stop for a while until
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warm or cool air is ready to flow.
Cool air may flow to the area around the upper body when the heater is
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on.
Using the system in recirculated air mode
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The windows will fog up more easily if the recirculated air mode is used for
an extended period.
Switching between outside air and recirculated air modes
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Recirculated air mode or outside air mode may be automatically switched to
in accordance with the temperature setting and the inside temperature.
Window defogger feature
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Recirculated air mode may automatically switch to
in situations where the windows need to be defogged.
When outside temperature approaches 32°F (0°C)
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The air conditioning system may not operate even when
Air conditioning odors
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During use, various odors from inside and outside the vehicle may enter
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into and accumulate in the air conditioning system. This may then cause
odor to be emitted from the vents.
To reduce potential odors from occurring:
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• 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.
When driving in Eco drive mode
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Operation of the air conditioning system is controlled when in Eco drive
mode. Turning off Eco drive mode enhances comfort.
3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
(outside air) mode
is pressed.
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