Using the air conditioning system and defogger
Air conditioning system
Adjusting the settings
■ Adjusting the temperature setting
Turn the temperature control dial clockwise (warm) or counterclockwise (cool).
If 
is not pressed, the system will blow ambient temperature air or heated air.
For quick cooling, turn the temperature control dial to the MAX A/C position.
The air conditioning will automatically turn on and the air intake selector will be set to recirculated air mode.
■ Adjusting the fan speed
Turn the fan speed control dial clockwise (increase) or counterclockwise (decrease).
Set the dial to OFF to turn the fan off.
■ Selecting the air outlet
Set the air outlet selection dial to an appropriate position.
The positions between the air outlet selections shown below can also be selected for more detailed adjustment.
When the dial is set to 
, air flows to the upper body.
Double Cab models only
When the dial is set to 
, air flows to the upper body and feet.
Double Cab models only
When the dial is set to 
, air flows to the feet.
Double Cab models only
When the dial is set to 
, air flows to the feet and the windshield defogger operates.
The air intake selector is automatically set to outside air mode.
In this position, the air intake selector cannot be changed to the recirculated air mode.
When the dial is set to 
, air flows to the windshield and side windows.
The air intake selector is automatically set to outside air mode.
In this position, the air intake selector cannot be changed to the recirculated air mode.
■ Switching between outside air and recirculated air modes
Press 
.
The mode switches between 
(outside air mode) and 
(recirculated air mode) each time the switch is pressed.
Adjusting the position of the air outlets
Center outlets
Direct air flow to the left or right, up or down.
Right and left side outlets
Direct air flow to the left or right, up or down.
Opening and closing the air outlets
Center outlets
Open the vent.
Close the vent.
Right and left side outlets
Open the vent.
Close the vent.
■For quick clearing of the windshield and side windows
Press 
to turn the air conditioning on.
■Using the system in recirculated air mode
The windows will fog up more easily if the recirculated air mode is used for an extended period.
■When outside air temperature approaches 32°F (0°C)
The air conditioning system may not operate even when 
is pressed.
■Air conditioning filter
■When 
is selected for the air outlets used
For your driving comfort, air flowing to the feet may be warmer than air flowing to the upper body depending on the position of the temperature adjustment dial.
■Air conditioning odors
●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.
CAUTION
■To prevent the windshield from fogging up
Do not set the air outlet selection dial to 
during cool air operation in extremely humid weather. 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, blocking your vision.
NOTICE
■To prevent battery discharge
Do not leave the air conditioning system on longer than necessary when the engine is stopped.
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