Toyota Prius V 2016 Manual page 368

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6-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
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Using automatic mode
Fan speed is adjusted automatically according to the temperature setting and
the ambient conditions.
Therefore, the fan may stop for a while until warm or cool air is ready to flow
immediately after the "AUTO" button is pressed.
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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 power switch
is turned to ON mode.
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It is possible to switch to outside air mode at any time by pressing
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After pressing
The selection frame will automatically move to the fan speed display.
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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.
Pressing "A/C" button on will dehumidify the air from the outlets and defog
the windshield effectively.
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If you turn "A/C" button off, the windows may fog up more easily.
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The windows may fog up if the recirculated air mode is used.
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Outside/recirculated air mode
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When driving on dusty roads such as tunnels or in heavy traffic, set
to the recirculated air mode. This is effective in preventing outside air from
entering the vehicle interior. During cooling operation, setting the recircu-
lated air mode will also cool the vehicle interior effectively.
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Outside/recirculated air mode may automatically switch depending on the
temperature setting or the inside temperature.
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