Air-Conditioning System
Vent Operation
Selecting the Airflow Mode
The location airflow exits the air vents and the airflow amount may change depending on the open or close status of the air vents.
Manual Type
Heating
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Set the mode selector dial to the
position. -
Set the air intake selector to the outside air position (indicator light turns off).
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Set the temperature control dial to the hot position.
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Set the fan control dial to the desired speed.
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If dehumidified heating is desired, turn on the air conditioner.
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If the windscreen fogs up easily, set the mode selector dial to the
position. -
If cooler air is desired at face level, set the mode selector dial at the
position and adjust the temperature control dial to maintain maximum comfort. -
The air to the floor is warmer than air to the face (except when the temperature control dial is set at the extreme hot or cold position).
Cooling
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Set the mode selector dial to the
position. -
Set the temperature control dial to the cold position.
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Set the fan control dial to the desired speed.
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Turn on the air conditioner by pressing the A/C switch.
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After cooling begins, adjust the fan control dial and temperature control dial as needed to maintain maximum comfort.
If the air conditioner is used while driving up long hills or in heavy traffic, monitor the high engine coolant temperature warning indication/warning light to see if it is illuminated or flashing (Search).
The air conditioner may cause engine overheating. If the warning light is illuminated or flashing, turn the air conditioner off (Search).
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When maximum cooling is desired, set the temperature control dial to the extreme cold position and set the air intake selector to the recirculated air position, then turn the fan control dial fully clockwise.
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If warmer air is desired at floor level, set the mode selector dial at the
position and adjust the temperature control dial to maintain maximum comfort. -
The air to the floor is warmer than air to the face (except when the temperature control dial is set at the extreme hot or cold position).
Ventilation
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Set the mode selector dial to the
position. -
Set the air intake selector to the outside air position (indicator light turns off).
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Set the temperature control dial to the desired position.
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Set the fan control dial to the desired speed.
Dehumidifying
Operate the air conditioner in cool or cold weather to help defog the windscreen and side windows.
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Set the mode selector dial to the desired position.
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Set the air intake selector to the outside air position (indicator light turns off).
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Set the temperature control dial to the desired position.
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Set the fan control dial to the desired speed.
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Turn on the air conditioner by pressing the A/C switch.
One of the functions of the air conditioner is dehumidifying the air and, to use this function, the temperature does not have to be set to cold. Therefore, set the temperature control dial to the desired position (hot or cold) and turn on the air conditioner when you want to dehumidify the cabin air.
Control Switches
AUTO switch
By pressing the AUTO switch the following functions will be automatically controlled in accordance with the selected set temperature:
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Airflow temperature
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Amount of airflow
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Selection of airflow mode
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Outside/Recirculated air selection
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Air conditioner operation
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A/C or A/C ECO selection
AUTO switch indicator light
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When on, it indicates auto operation, and the system will function automatically.
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If any of the following switches are operated while in auto control, the AUTO switch indicator turns off.
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Mode selector switch
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Fan control switch
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Windscreen defroster switch
The functions for switches other than those operated continue to operate in auto control.
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OFF switch
Pressing the OFF switch shuts off the air-conditioning system.
Temperature control dial
This dial controls temperature. Turn it clockwise for hot and anticlockwise for cold.
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When the DUAL switch is off:
Turn the driver temperature control dial to control the temperature throughout the entire cabin.
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When the DUAL switch is on:
Turn the driver or front passenger temperature control dial to independently control the temperature on each side of the cabin.
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The air-conditioning system changes to the individual operation mode (DUAL switch indicator light illuminated) by turning the front passenger temperature control dial even when the DUAL switch is off, which allows individual control of the set temperature for the driver and front passenger.
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The temperature units for the temperature setting display can be changed in conjunction with the temperature units for the outside temperature display.
(Type A instrument cluster)
Refer to Outside Temperature Display (Search).
(Type B instrument cluster)
Refer to Outside Temperature Display (Without Multi-information Display) (Search).
Fan control switch
The fan has seven speeds. The selected speed will be displayed.
Mode selector switch
The desired airflow mode can be selected (Search).
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With the airflow mode set to the
position and the temperature control dial set at a medium temperature, heated air is directed to the feet and air at a comparably lower temperature will flow through the central, left and right vents. -
To set the air vent to
, press the windscreen defroster switch. -
In the
position, the outside air position is automatically selected.
A/C switch
Pressing the A/C switch while the AUTO switch is turned on will turn off the air conditioner (cooling/dehumidifying functions).
The on/off of the air conditioner switches each time the A/C switch is pressed.
Changes as follows each time the A/C switch is pressed.
A/C→A/C ECO→Stop
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The air conditioner operates when the A/C switch is pressed while the air conditioner is turned off.
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The A/C ECO function is designed to economize use of the air-conditioning system. “A/C ECO” is displayed to indicate that the air-conditioning system is operating at optimum control.
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The air conditioner may not function when the outside temperature approaches 0 °C (32 °F).
Air intake selector
Outside or recirculated air positions can be selected. Press the switch to select outside/recirculated air positions.
Recirculated air position (
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Outside air is shut off. Use this position when going through tunnels, driving in congested traffic (high engine exhaust areas) or when quick cooling is desired.
Outside air position (
)
Outside air is allowed to enter the cabin. Use this mode for ventilation or windscreen defrosting.
Do not use the position in cold or rainy weather:
Using the position in cold or rainy weather is dangerous as it will cause the windows to fog up. Your vision will be hampered, which could lead to a serious accident.
DUAL switch
Use the DUAL switch to change the mode between the individual operation (driver and passenger) and interconnection (simultaneous) modes.
Individual operation mode (indicator light illuminated)
The set temperature can be controlled individually for the driver and front passenger.
Interconnection mode (indicator light turned off)
The set temperature for the driver and front passenger is controlled simultaneously.
Windscreen defroster switch
Press the switch to defrost the windscreen and front door windows.
Refer to Windscreen Defrosting and Defogging (Search).
Rear window defogger switch
Press the rear window defogger switch to defrost the rear window.
Refer to Rear Window Defogger (Search).
Sunlight/Interior temperature sensor
Sunlight sensor
Do not place objects on the sunlight sensor. Otherwise, the interior temperature may not adjust correctly.
Interior temperature sensor
Do not cover the interior temperature sensor. Otherwise, the interior temperature may not adjust correctly.
