Toyota Camry Hybrid (2023 year). Manual in english - page 23

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Operation of automatic airflow control

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In order to maintain a comfortable interior, airflow may be directed to seats
without  passengers  immediately  after  the  hybrid  system  is  started  and  at
other times depending on the outside temperature.

●

After  the  hybrid  system  is  started,  if  passengers  move  around  inside  or
enter/exit the vehicle, the system cannot accurately detect the presence of
passengers and automatic airflow control will not operate.

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Operation of manual airflow control

Even if the function is manually switched to directing airflow to only the front
seats, when a rear seat is occupied, it may automatically direct airflow to all
seats.

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To return to automatic airflow control

With the indicator off, turn the power switch off.
After 60 minutes or more elapse, turn the power switch to ON.

Press 

 .

The dehumidification function begins to operate. Air outlets and fan
speed are automatically adjusted according to the temperature set-
ting.
Adjust the temperature setting.

To stop the operation, press 

.

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Automatic mode indicator

If the fan speed setting or air flow modes are operated, the auto-
matic mode indicator goes off. However, automatic mode for func-
tions other than that operated is maintained.

Using automatic mode

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Switching between outside air and recirculated air modes

Press 

.

The mode switches between outside air mode (indicator off) and recir-

culated air mode (indicator on) each time 

 is pressed.

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Defogging the windshield

Defoggers  are  used  to  defog  the  windshield  and  front  side  win-
dows.

Press 

.

The dehumidification function operates and fan speed increases.
Set the outside/recirculated air mode button to the outside air mode if
the recirculated air mode is used. (It may switch automatically.)
To defog the windshield and the side windows early, turn the air flow and
temperature up.

To return to the previous mode, press 

 again when the windshield

is defogged.

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Defogging the rear window and outside rear view mirrors



Vehicles without outside rear view mirror defoggers

A defogger is used to defog the rear window.

Press 

.

The defogger will automatically turn off after a period of time.



Vehicles with outside rear view mirror defoggers

Defoggers are used to defog the rear window, and to remove rain-
drops, dew and frost from the outside rear view mirrors.

Press 

.

The defoggers will automatically turn off after a period of time.

Other functions

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Location of air outlets

The  air  outlets  and  air  volume
change 

according 

to 

the

selected airflow mode.

*

: If equipped

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Adjusting the position of and opening and closing the air out-
lets

Direct air flow to the left or right, up or down.
Turn the knob to open or close the vent.

Air outlets

*



Front



Rear (if equipped)

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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 

 is pressed.

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Fogging up of the windows

●

The  windows  will  easily  fog  up  when  the  humidity  in  the  vehicle  is  high.

Turning 

  on  will  dehumidify  the  air  from  the  outlets  and  defog  the

windshield effectively.

●

If you turn 

 off, the windows may fog up more easily.

●

The windows may fog up if the recirculated air mode is used.

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When driving on dusty roads

Close all windows. If dust thrown up by the vehicle is still drawn into the vehi-
cle after closing the windows, it is recommended that the air intake mode be
set to outside air mode and the fan speed to any setting except off.

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Outside/recirculated air mode

●

Setting to the recirculated air mode temporarily is recommended in prevent-
ing dirty air from entering the vehicle interior and helping to cool the vehicle
when the outside air temperature is high.

●

Outside/recirculated  air  mode  may  automatically  switch  depending  on  the
temperature setting or the inside temperature. 

■

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.

●

Recirculated air mode is selected as a default mode when the power switch
is turned to ON mode.

●

It is possible to switch to outside air mode at any time by pressing 

.

■

When the outside temperature is low

The dehumidification function may not operate even when 

 is pressed.

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Operation of the air conditioning system in Eco drive mode

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In  the  Eco  drive  mode,  “ECO”  is  displayed  on  the  air  conditioning  screen
and the air conditioning system is controlled as follows to prioritize fuel effi-
ciency:
• Engine  speed  and  compressor  operation  controlled  to  restrict  heating/

cooling capacity

• Fan speed restricted when automatic mode is selected

●

To improve air conditioning performance, perform the following operations:
• Adjust the fan speed
• Turn off Eco drive mode

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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.

• 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.

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Air conditioning filter



P. 463

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Air conditioning system refrigerant

●

The meaning of each symbol on the label are as follows:

●

A  label  regarding  the  refrigerant  of  the
air conditioning system is attached to the
hood  at  the  location  shown  in  the  illus-
tration.

Caution

Requires 

registered

technician  to  service
air conditioning system

Air conditioning system

Flammable refrigerant

Air conditioning system
lubricant type

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Customization

Some functions can be customized. (



P. 575)

WARNING

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To prevent the windshield from fogging up

●

Do  not  use 

  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, block-
ing your vision.

■

To prevent burns (vehicles with outside rear view mirror defoggers)

Do not touch the rear view mirror surfaces when the outside rear view mirror
defoggers are on.

NOTICE

■

To prevent 12-volt battery discharge

Do not leave the air conditioning system on longer than necessary when the
hybrid system is stopped.

■

When repairing/replacing parts of the air conditioning system

Have repair/replacement performed by your Toyota dealer.
When a part of the air conditioning system, such as the evaporator, is to be
replaced, it must be replaced with a new one.

●

Do not place anything on the instrument
panel  which  may  cover  the  air  outlets.
Otherwise,  air  flow  may  be  obstructed,
preventing  the  windshield  defoggers
from defogging.

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Heated steering wheel



/seat heaters



/seat 

ventilators





: If equipped

Heated steering wheel and seat heaters heat the side grips of the
steering wheel and seats, respectively. Seat ventilators maintain
good ventilation by pulling air through the seat upholstery.

WARNING

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To prevent minor burn injuries

Care should be taken to prevent injury if anyone in the following categories
comes in contact with the steering wheel and seats when the heater is on:

●

Babies, small children, the elderly, the sick and the physically challenged

●

Persons with sensitive skin

●

Persons who are fatigued

●

Persons  who  have  taken  alcohol  or  drugs  that  induce  sleep  (sleeping
drugs, cold remedies, etc.)

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To prevent damage to the seat heaters

Observe the following precautions to prevent the minor burns or overheat-
ing

●

Do  not  cover  the  seat  with  a  blanket  or  cushion  when  using  the  seat
heater.

●

Do not use seat heater more than necessary.

NOTICE

●

Do not put heavy objects that have an uneven surface on the seat and do
not stick sharp objects (needles, nails, etc.) into the seat.

●

To  prevent  12-volt  battery  discharge,  do  not  use  the  functions when  the
hybrid system is off.

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Turns  the  heated  steering  wheel
on/off

The indicator light comes on when
the heated steering wheel is oper-
ating.

■

Operation condition

The  heated  steering  wheel  can  be  used  when  the  power  switch  is  in  ON
mode.

Each time the switch is pressed, the operation condition changes as
follows.
Hi (3 segments lit) 



 Mid (2 segments lit) 



 Lo (1 segment lit) 



 Off

The level indicator (amber) lights up during operation.

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Operation condition

The seat heaters can be used when the power switch is in ON mode.

Heated steering wheel

Seat heaters



Without seat ventilators



With seat ventilators

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Each  time  the  switch  is  pressed,
the  operation  condition  changes
as follows.
Hi (3 segments lit) 



 Mid (2 seg-

ments lit) 



 Lo (1 segment lit) 



Off

The level indicator (green) lights up
during operation.

■

The seat ventilators can be used when

The power switch is in ON mode.

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Air conditioning system-linked control mode

When a seat ventilator is set to Hi, the fan speed of the seat ventilator may
increase according to the fan speed of the air conditioning system

Seat ventilators

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Front interior/personal lights (



P. 379, 380)

Shift lever light (if equipped)
Inside door handle lights (if equipped)
Rear interior light (if equipped) (



P. 379)

Rear personal lights (if equipped) (



P. 380)

Door courtesy lights (if equipped)
Instrument panel ornament light (if equipped)
Front center console light (if equipped)
Footwell lights (if equipped)

Interior lights list

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Front

The rear personal lights (if equipped) turn on/off together with the
front interior light.

Turns  the  lights  on/off  linked
to door positions
Turns the lights on/off

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Rear (if equipped)

Turns the light off
Turns the light on/off linked to
door positions
Turns the light on

Interior lights

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Front

Turns the lights on/off

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Rear (if equipped)

Turns the lights on/off

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Illuminated entry system

The lights automatically turn on/off according to the power switch mode, the
presence of the electronic key, whether the doors are locked/unlocked, and
whether the doors are open/closed.

■

To prevent the 12-volt battery from being discharged

If the interior lights remain on when the power switch is turned off, the lights
will go off automatically after 20 minutes.

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The interior lights may turn on automatically when

If  any  of  the  SRS  airbags  deploy  (inflate)  or  in  the  event  of  a  strong  rear
impact, the interior lights will turn on automatically.
The interior lights will turn off automatically after approximately 20 minutes.
The interior lights can be turned off manually. However, in order to help pre-
vent further collisions, it is recommended that they be left on until safety can
be ensured.
(The interior lights may not turn on automatically depending on the force of
the impact and conditions of the collision.)

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Customization

Some functions can be customized. (



P. 575)

Personal lights

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5-3. Using the storage features

List of storage features

Auxiliary boxes

(



P. 385)

Glove box

(



P. 382)

Bottle holders/door pockets

(



P. 383)

Cup holders

(



P. 384)

Console box

(



P. 382)

Auxiliary box/open tray 

(



P. 385, 386)

Coin holder

(



P. 382)

WARNING

●

Do not leave glasses, lighters or spray cans in the storage spaces, as this
may cause the following when cabin temperature becomes high:
• Glasses may be deformed by heat or cracked if they come into contact

with other stored items.

• Lighters or spray cans may explode. If they come into contact with other

stored  items,  the  lighter  may  catch  fire  or  the  spray  can  may  release
gas, causing a fire hazard.

●

When driving or when the storage compartments are not in use, keep the
lids closed. 
In the event of sudden braking or sudden swerving, an accident may occur
due to an occupant being struck by an open lid or the items stored inside.

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Pull up the lever to open the glove
box.

The glove box light turns on when the tail lights are on.

Push the knob.

Pull the lever to open.

Glove box

Console box

Coin holder

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When storing a bottle, close the cap.

●

The bottle may not be stored depending on its size or shape.

Bottle holders



Front



Rear

WARNING

Do not place anything other than a bottle in the bottle holders.
Other items may be thrown out of the holders in the event of an accident or
sudden braking and cause injury.

NOTICE

Put the cap on before stowing a bottle. Do not place open bottles in the bot-
tle holders, or glass or paper cups containing liquid. The contents may spill
and glass cups may break.

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Cup holders



Front



Rear

Pull the armrest down.

WARNING

■

Items unsuitable for the cup holder

Do not place anything other than cups or aluminum cans in the cup holders.
Other items may be thrown out of the holders in the event of an accident or
sudden braking, causing injury.

■

To prevent burns

To prevent burns, cover hot drinks when placed in the cup holders.