Toyota CAMRY 2016 Owner's Manual page 331

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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 button to the recirculated air mode. This is effec-
tive in preventing outside air from entering the vehicle interior. During
cooling operation, setting the recirculated air mode will also cool the vehicle
interior effectively.
●Outside/recirculated air mode may automatically switch depending on the
temperature setting or the inside temperature.
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When the outside temperature exceeds 75°F (24°C) and the air condition-
ing system is on
●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.
●Vehicles without a smart key system:
Recirculated air mode is selected as a default mode when the engine switch
is turned to the "ON" position.
Vehicles with a smart key system:
Recirculated air mode is selected as a default mode when the engine
switch is turned to IGNITION ON mode.
●It is possible to switch to outside air mode at any time by pressing
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When the outside temperature is low
The dehumidification function may not operate even when
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Ventilation and air conditioning odors
●To let fresh air in, set the air conditioning system to the outside air mode.
●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.
●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.
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Air conditioning filter
→P. 418
6-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
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