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es

ture.

If the “A/C” switch is not pressed, 
the system will blow ambient tem-
perature air or heated air.

Setting the fan speed

Press the fan speed increase 
switch to increase the fan speed 
and the fan speed decrease 
switch to decrease the fan 
speed.

Press the “OFF” switch to turn the 
fan off.

Change the airflow mode

Press the airflow mode control 
switch.

The airflow mode changes as fol-
lows each time the switch is 
pressed.

1

Air flows to the upper body.

2

Air flows to the upper body 
and feet.

3

Air flows to the feet.

4

Air flows to the feet and the 
windshield defogger oper-
ates.

Switching between outside 
air and recirculated air 
modes

Press the outside/recirculated 
air mode switch.

The mode switches between out-
side air mode and recirculated air 
mode each time the switch is oper-
ated.
When recirculated air mode is 
selected, the indicator illuminates 
on the outside/recirculated air 
mode switch.

Set cooling and dehumidifi-
cation function

Press the “A/C” switch.

When the function is on, the indica-
tor illuminates on the “A/C” switch.

Eco air conditioning mode

The air conditioning is controlled 
with low fuel consumption priori-
tized such as reducing fan 
speed, etc.
Press the eco air conditioning 
mode switch.

When the eco air conditioning 
mode is on, the indicator illumi-
nates on the eco air conditioning 
mode switch.

Defogging the windshield

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

Set the outside/recirculated air 
mode switch to outside air mode if 
the recirculated air mode is used. (It 

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may switch automatically.)
To defog the windshield and the 
side windows quickly, turn the air 
flow and temperature up.
To return to the previous mode, 
press the windshield defogger 
switch again when the windshield is 
defogged.
When the windshield defogger 
switch is on, the indicator illumi-
nates on the windshield defogger 
switch.

Defogging the rear window 
and outside rear view mir-
rors

Defoggers are used to defog the 
rear window and to remove rain-
drops, dew and frost from the 
outside rear view mirrors.
Press the rear window and out-
side rear view mirror defoggers 
switch.

The defoggers will automatically 
turn off after 15 minutes.
When the rear window and outside 
rear view mirror defoggers switch is 
on, the indicator illuminates on the 
rear window and outside rear view 
mirror defoggers switch.

When the outside temperature 

exceeds 75°F (24°C) and the air 

conditioning system is on

In order to reduce the air condi-

tioning power consumption, the air 

conditioning system may switch to 

recirculated air mode automati-

cally.

This may also reduce fuel con-

sumption.

Recirculated air mode is selected 

as a default mode when the power 

switch is turned to ON.

It is possible to switch to outside 

air mode at any time by pressing 

the outside/recirculated air mode 

switch.

Fogging up of the windows

The windows will easily fog up 

when the humidity in the vehicle is 

high. Turning the cooling and 

dehumidification function on will 

dehumidify the air from the outlets 

and defog the windshield effec-

tively.

If you turn the cooling and dehu-

midification function off, the win-

dows may fog up more easily.

The windows may fog up if the 

recirculated air mode is used.

When driving on dusty roads

Close all windows. If dust thrown up 

by the vehicle is still drawn into the 

vehicle 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.

Outside/recirculated air mode

Setting to the recirculated air 

mode temporarily is recom-

mended in preventing 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 

falls to nearly 32°F (0°C)

The dehumidification function may 

not operate even when “A/C” switch 

is pressed.

Operation of the air condition-

ing system in Eco drive mode

In Eco drive mode, the air condi-

tioning system is controlled as fol-

lows to prioritize fuel efficiency:

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• Engine speed and compressor 

operation controlled to restrict 

heating/cooling capacity

• Fan speed restricted when auto-

matic mode is selected

To improve air conditioning perfor-

mance, perform the following 

operations:

• Adjust the fan speed

• Turn off Eco drive mode (

P.304)

• Turn off Eco air conditioning mode

When the driving mode is set to 

Eco drive mode, the Eco air condi-

tioning mode will be turned on 

automatically. Even in this case, 

the Eco air conditioning mode can 

be turned off by pressing the Eco 

air conditioning mode switch.

Ventilation and air conditioning 

odors

To let fresh air in, set the air condi-

tioning 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.

In order to suppress odors that 

occur when the air conditioning 

system starts, the air flow mode 

may change to blow air to the feet 

or air may stop blowing for a short 

period of time immediately after 

the air conditioning system is 

started in automatic mode.

When parking, the system auto-

matically switches to outside air 

mode to encourage better air cir-

culation throughout the vehicle, 

helping to reduce odors that occur 

when starting the vehicle.

Using the Intelligent Assistant 

(if equipped)

Air conditioning system can be 

operated using the Intelligent Assis-

tant. For details regarding the Intelli-

gent Assistant, refer to the 

“MULTIMEDIA OWNER’S MAN-

UAL”.

Air conditioning filter

P.415

Air conditioning system refrig-

erant

A label regarding the refrigerant of 

the air conditioning system is 

attached to the hood at the loca-

tion shown in the following illustra-

tion.

The meaning of each symbol on 

the label are as follows:

Customization

Some functions can be customized.

(Customizable features: 

P.513)

Caution

Air conditioning sys-
tem

Air conditioning sys-
tem lubricant type

Requires registered 
technician to service 
air conditioning sys-
tem

Flammable refrigerant

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1

Press the “AUTO” switch.

2

Adjust the temperature set-
ting.

3

To stop the operation, press 
the “OFF” switch.

If the fan speed setting or air 

flow modes are operated, the 
automatic mode indicator goes 
off. However, automatic mode 
for functions other than that 
operated is maintained.

Using automatic mode

Fan speed is adjusted automati-

cally 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-

matic mode switch is pressed.

To turn on the “SYNC” mode, 
press the “SYNC” switch.

The driver’s side temperature con-
trol dial can be used to adjust the 
temperature for the driver’s and 
passenger’s side. To enter individ-
ual mode, operate the passenger’s 
side temperature control dial or 
press the “SYNC” switch again.
When the “SYNC” mode is on, the 
indicator illuminates on the “SYNC” 
switch.

This function automatically con-
trols the air conditioning airflow 
so that priority is given to the 
front seats. When the front pas-
senger seat is not occupied, air-
flow may switch to only the 

WARNING

To prevent the windshield 

from fogging up

Do not use the windshield defog-

ger switch during cool air opera-

tion in extremely humid weather.

The difference between the tem-

perature of the outside air and 

that of the windshield can cause 

the outer surface of the wind-

shield to fog up, blocking your 

vision.

When the outside rear view 

mirror defoggers are operat-

ing

Do not touch the rear view mirror 

surfaces when the outside rear 

view mirror defoggers are on.

NOTICE

To prevent 12-volt battery dis-

charge

Do not leave the air conditioning 

system on longer than necessary 

when the hybrid system is off.

When repairing/replacing 

parts of the air conditioning 

system

Have repair/replacement per-

formed by your Toyota dealer. 

When a part of the air condition-

ing system, such as the evapora-

tor, is to be replaced, it must be 

replaced with a new one.

Using automatic mode

Adjusting the temperature 
for driver and passenger 
seats simultaneously 
(“SYNC” mode)

Front seat concentrated 
airflow mode (S-FLOW)

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driver’s seat. Unnecessary air 
conditioning is suppressed, con-
tributing to increased fuel effi-
ciency.
Front seat concentrated airflow 
mode operates in the following 
situations.

No passengers are detected 
in the rear seats

The windshield defogger is 
not operating

While operating, 

 illumi-

nates.

Manually turning front seat 
concentrated airflow mode 
on/off

In front seat concentrated air-
flow mode, directing airflow to 
the front seats only and to the all 
seats can be switched via switch 
operation. When the mode has 
been switched manually, auto-
matic airflow control stops oper-
ating.

Press 

 on the air condition-

ing operation panel and switch 
the airflow.

Indicator illuminated: Airflow 
to the front seats only

Indicator off: Airflow to the all 
seats

Operation of automatic airflow 

control

In order to maintain a comfortable 

interior, airflow may be directed to 

seats without passengers immedi-

ately after the hybrid system is 

started and at other times depend-

ing on the outside temperature.

After the hybrid system is started, 

if passengers move around inside 

or enter/exit the vehicle, the sys-

tem cannot accurately detect the 

presence of passengers and auto-

matic airflow control will not oper-

ate.

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.

To return to automatic airflow 

control

1

With the indicator off, turn the 

power switch to OFF.

2

After 60 minutes or more elapse, 

turn the power switch to ON.

This feature is used to prevent 
ice from building up on the wind-
shield and wiper blades.
Press the switch to turn the sys-
tem on/off.

The indicator comes on when the 
system is on.
The windshield wiper de-icer will 
automatically turn off after approxi-
mately 15 minutes.

Windshield wiper de-icer 
(if equipped)

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Location of air outlets

The air outlets and air volume 
change according to the 
selected air flow mode.

Adjusting the air flow direc-
tion and opening/closing 
the air outlets

Front

1

Direct air flow to the left or 
right, up or down

2

Open the vent

3

Close the vent

Rear

1

Direct air flow to the left or 
right, up or down

2

Open the vent

3

Close the vent

WARNING

To prevent burns

Do not touch the glass at lower 

part of the windshield or to the 

side of the front pillars when the 

windshield wiper deicer is on.

Air outlet layout and oper-
ations

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WARNING

To not interrupt the wind-

shield defogger from operat-

ing

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 defog-

ging.

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Left-hand side temperature control switches

Automatic mode switch

“SYNC” switch

Right-hand side temperature control switches

“OFF” switch

Windshield defogger switch

Rear window and outside rear view mirror defoggers switch

Eco air conditioning mode switch

Fan speed decrease switch

Fan speed increase switch

Airflow mode control switch

Outside/recirculated air mode switch

Front seat concentrated airflow mode (S-FLOW) switch

Automatic air conditioning system (vehicles with 

12.3-inch multimedia display)

Air outlets and fan speed are automatically adjusted accord-
ing to the temperature setting.

Air conditioning controls

A

B

C

D

E

F

G

H

I

J

K

L

M

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“A/C” switch

Adjusting the temperature 
setting

Press 

 of the temperature 

control switches to increases 
the temperature.

Press 

 of the temperature 

control switches to decreases 
the temperature.

If the switch is pressed and held or 
selected and held, the temperature 
will continuously change.
If the indicator on the “A/C” switch 
does not illuminate, the system will 
blow ambient temperature air or 
heated air.

Setting the fan speed

Press the fan speed increase 
switch to increase the fan 
speed.
Press the fan speed decrease 
switch to decrease the fan 
speed.

Press the “OFF” switch to turns off 
the fan.

Change the airflow mode

Press the airflow mode control 
switch.

The airflow mode changes as fol-
lows each time the switch is 
pressed.

1

Air flows to the upper body.

2

Air flows to the upper body 
and feet.

3

Air flows to the feet.

4

Air flows to the feet and the 
windshield defogger oper-
ates.

Switching between outside 
air and recirculated air 
modes

Press the outside/recirculated 
air mode switch.

The mode switches between out-
side air mode and recirculated air 
mode each time the switch is 
selected.
When recirculated air mode is 
selected, the indicator illuminates 
on the outside/recirculated air 
mode switch.

Set cooling and dehumidifi-
cation function

Press the “A/C” switch.

When the function is on, the indica-
tor illuminates on the “A/C” switch.

N

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Eco air conditioning mode

The air conditioning is controlled 
with low fuel consumption priori-
tized such as reducing fan 
speed, etc.
Press the eco air conditioning 
mode switch.

When the eco air conditioning 
mode is on, the indicator illumi-
nates on the eco air conditioning 
mode switch.

Defogging the windshield

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

Set the outside/recirculated air 
mode switch to outside air mode if 
the recirculated air mode is used. (It 
may switch automatically.)
To defog the windshield and the 
side windows quickly, turn the air 
flow and temperature up.
To return to the previous mode, 
press the windshield defogger 
switch again when the windshield is 
defogged.
When the windshield defogger 
switch is on, the indicator illumi-
nates on the windshield defogger 
switch.

Defogging the rear window 
and outside rear view mir-
rors

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

Press the rear window and out-
side rear view mirror defoggers 
switch.

The defoggers will automatically 
turn off after 15 minutes.
When the rear window and outside 
rear view mirror defoggers switch is 
on, the indicator illuminates on the 
rear window and outside rear view 
mirror defoggers switch.

When the outside temperature 

exceeds 75°F (24°C) and the air 

conditioning system is on

In order to reduce the air condi-

tioning power consumption, the air 

conditioning system may switch to 

recirculated air mode automati-

cally.

This may also reduce fuel con-

sumption.

Recirculated air mode is selected 

as a default mode when the power 

switch is turned to ON.

It is possible to switch to outside 

air mode at any time by selecting 

the outside/recirculated air mode 

switch.

Fogging up of the windows

The windows will easily fog up 

when the humidity in the vehicle is 

high. Turning the cooling and 

dehumidification function on will 

dehumidify the air from the outlets 

and defog the windshield effec-

tively.

If you turn the cooling and dehu-

midification function off, the win-

dows may fog up more easily.

The windows may fog up if the 

recirculated air mode is used.

When driving on dusty roads

Close all windows. If dust thrown up 

by the vehicle is still drawn into the 

vehicle after closing the windows, it 

is recommended that the air intake 

mode be set to outside air mode 

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and the fan speed to any setting 

except off.

Outside/recirculated air mode

Setting to the recirculated air 

mode temporarily is recom-

mended in preventing 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 

falls to nearly 32°F (0°C)

The dehumidification function may 

not operate even when “A/C” switch 

is selected.

Operation of the air condition-

ing system in Eco drive mode

In Eco drive mode, the air condi-

tioning system is controlled as fol-

lows to prioritize fuel efficiency:

• Engine speed and compressor 

operation controlled to restrict 

heating/cooling capacity

• Fan speed restricted when auto-

matic mode is selected

To improve air conditioning perfor-

mance, perform the following 

operations:

• Adjust the fan speed

• Turn off Eco drive mode (

P.304)

• Turn off Eco air conditioning mode

When the driving mode is set to 

Eco drive mode, the Eco air condi-

tioning mode will be turned on 

automatically. Even in this case, 

the Eco air conditioning mode can 

be turned off by selecting the Eco 

air conditioning mode switch.

Notes on touch switch opera-

tion

Operate using a finger (the pad of 

the finger).

If a coating, film, etc. is applied to 

the surface of the air conditioning 

control panel, non-response may 

occur.

If a pen, etc. is used to operate 

the system, the system will not 

respond.

When performing a touch opera-

tion, make sure that other fingers, 

etc. do not touch the air condition-

ing control panel.

When performing a series of touch 

operations, withdraw the finger 

completely before performing the 

next operation.

Do not forcefully press the air con-

ditioning control panel.

If the air conditioning control panel 

is dirty or has liquid attached to it, 

incorrect operation may occur. 

Wipe the control panel clean 

before performing any touch oper-

ations.

Situations when non-response 

may occur from normal touch 

switch operation

Gloves, etc. are worn.

A coating, film, etc. is applied to 

the surface of the air conditioning 

control panel.

The air conditioning control panel 

is dirty or has liquid attached to it.

The vehicle is in an area where 

strong electrical waves or noise 

are emitted, such as near a televi-

sion tower, power plant, gasoline 

station, broadcasting station, large 

display, airport, etc.

Wireless devices such as radios, 

cell phones, etc. are carried.

The air conditioning control panel 

is in contact with, or covered by, a 

metallic object such as the follow-

ing:

• A card that has metal on it, such 

as aluminum foil, etc.

• A pack of cigarettes that use alu-

minum foil

• A wallet or bag that is made of 

metal

• Coins

• A heating pad

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• CDs, DVDs or other media

If your hand is near or touching 

the air conditioning control panel 

when the power switch is turned to 

ACC or ON, non-response may 

occur. If so, withdraw your hand 

from the air conditioning control 

panel and wait approximately 10 

seconds before touching the air 

conditioning control panel again.

When non-response from touch 

switch operation

When the air conditioning control 

panel is dirty, non-response may 

occur.
Clean the touch panel frequently.

When cleaning the air condi-

tioning control panel

Touch switches may respond when 

cleaning. Turn the power switch to 

OFF before proceeding with clean-

ing.

Ventilation and air conditioning 

odors

To let fresh air in, set the air condi-

tioning 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.

In order to suppress odors that 

occur when the air conditioning 

system starts, the air flow mode 

may change to blow air to the feet 

or air may stop blowing for a short 

period of time immediately after 

the air conditioning system is 

started in automatic mode.

When parking, the system auto-

matically switches to outside air 

mode to encourage better air cir-

culation throughout the vehicle, 

helping to reduce odors that occur 

when starting the vehicle.

Using the Intelligent Assistant 

(if equipped)

Air conditioning system can be 

operated using the Intelligent Assis-

tant. For details regarding the Intelli-

gent Assistant, refer to the 

“MULTIMEDIA OWNER’S MAN-

UAL”.

Air conditioning filter

P.415

Air conditioning system refrig-

erant

A label regarding the refrigerant of 

the air conditioning system is 

attached to the hood at the loca-

tion shown in the following illustra-

tion.

The meaning of each symbol on 

the label are as follows:

Caution

Air conditioning sys-
tem

Air conditioning sys-
tem lubricant type

Requires registered 
technician to service 
air conditioning sys-
tem

Flammable refrigerant

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Changing the air conditioning 

control panel touch switch 

response

The amount of time takes for a 

switch to respond can be changed 

through the following operations:
The air conditioning system cannot 

be operated while these operations 

are performed.

1

Press and hold both the fan 

speed decrease switch and auto-

matic mode switch at the same 

time for approximately 3 sec-

onds.

A number from “01” to “05” will 

be displayed on the driver’s side 

temperature section in the 

screen.

2

Each time rear window and out-

side rear view mirror defoggers 

switch is pressed, the response 

time changes as follows:

01

02

03

04

05

The smaller the number the quicker 

the response time becomes, and 

the larger the number the slower the 

response time becomes. If touch 

operations are not performed for 

approximately 5 seconds with the 

desired setting displayed, the 

screen returns to the normal driver’s 

side temperature display and the 

setting change completes. After the 

setting change completes, all dis-

plays in the monitor section will illu-

minate for a short time. Do not turn 

off the power switch during this time. 

Setting contents will be erased.

Turning the air conditioning 

control panel touch switch 

operation sounds on or off

Operation sounds produced when a 

switch is touched can be turned on 

or off through the following opera-

tions:
The air conditioning system cannot 

be operated while these operations 

are performed.

1

Press and hold both the fan 

speed increase switch and 

“OFF” switch at the same time 

for approximately 3 seconds.

“On” or “OFF” will be displayed 

on the driver’s side temperature 

section in the screen.

2

Each time rear window and out-

side rear view mirror defoggers 

switch is pressed, the function 

switches between on and off.

If touch operations are not per-

formed for approximately 5 sec-

onds with “On” or “OFF” displayed, 

the screen returns to the normal 

driver’s side temperature display 

and the setting change completes.
After the setting change completes, 

all displays in the monitor section 

will illuminate for a short time. Do 

not turn off the power switch during 

this time. Setting contents will be 

erased.

Customization

Some functions can be customized.

(Customizable features: 

P.513)

WARNING

To prevent the windshield 

from fogging up

Do not use the windshield defog-

ger switch during cool air opera-

tion in extremely humid weather.

The difference between the tem-

perature of the outside air and 

that of the windshield can cause 

the outer surface of the wind-

shield to fog up, blocking your 

vision.

When the outside rear view 

mirror defoggers are operat-

ing

Do not touch the rear view mirror 

surfaces when the outside rear 

view mirror defoggers are on.

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1

Press the “AUTO” switch.

When automatic mode is on, the 

switch operation indicator illumi-
nates and 

 is displayed on the 

air conditioner control screen.

2

Adjust the temperature set-
ting.

3

To stop the operation, press 
the “OFF” switch.

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

Using automatic mode

Fan speed is adjusted automati-

cally 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-

matic mode switch is pressed.

To turn on the “SYNC” mode, 
press the “SYNC” switch.

The driver’s side temperature con-
trol switches can be used to adjust 
the temperature for the driver’s and 
passenger’s side. To enter individ-
ual mode, operate the passenger’s 
side temperature control switches 
or select the “SYNC” switch again.
When the “SYNC” mode is on, the 
indicator illuminates on the “SYNC” 
switch.

This function automatically con-
trols the air conditioning airflow 
so that priority is given to the 
front seats. When the front pas-
senger seat is not occupied, air-
flow may switch to only the 
driver’s seat. Unnecessary air 
conditioning is suppressed, con-
tributing to increased fuel effi-
ciency.
Front seat concentrated airflow 
mode operates in the following 
situations.

No passengers are detected 
in the rear seats

The windshield defogger is 
not operating

While operating, 

 illumi-

nates.

Manually turning front seat 
concentrated airflow mode 
on/off

In front seat concentrated air-
flow mode, directing airflow to 
the front seats only and to the all 

NOTICE

To prevent 12-volt battery dis-

charge

Do not leave the air conditioning 

system on longer than necessary 

when the hybrid system is off.

Using automatic mode

Adjusting the temperature 
for driver and passenger 
seats simultaneously 
(“SYNC” mode)

Front seat concentrated 
airflow mode (S-FLOW)

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5

Interior

 featur

es

seats can be switched via switch 
operation. When the mode has 
been switched manually, auto-
matic airflow control stops oper-
ating.

Press the 

 on the air condi-

tioning operation panel and 
switch the airflow.

Indicator illuminated: Airflow 
to the front seats only

Indicator off: Airflow to the all 
seats

Operation of automatic airflow 

control

In order to maintain a comfortable 

interior, airflow may be directed to 

seats without passengers immedi-

ately after the hybrid system is 

started and at other times depend-

ing on the outside temperature.

After the hybrid system is started, 

if passengers move around inside 

or enter/exit the vehicle, the sys-

tem cannot accurately detect the 

presence of passengers and auto-

matic airflow control will not oper-

ate.

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.

To return to automatic airflow 

control

1

With the indicator off, turn the 

power switch to OFF.

2

After 60 minutes or more elapse, 

turn the power switch to ON.

This feature is used to prevent 
ice from building up on the wind-
shield and wiper blades.
Press the switch to turn the sys-
tem on/off.

The indicator comes on when the 
system is on.
The windshield wiper de-icer will 
automatically turn off after approxi-
mately 15 minutes.

Location of air outlets

The air outlets and air volume 
change according to the 
selected air flow mode.

Windshield wiper de-icer 
(if equipped)

WARNING

To prevent burns

Do not touch the glass at lower 

part of the windshield or to the 

side of the front pillars when the 

windshield wiper deicer is on.

Air outlet layout and oper-
ations

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Adjusting the air flow direc-
tion and opening/closing 
the air outlets

Front

1

Direct air flow to the left or 
right, up or down

2

Open the vent

3

Close the vent

Rear

1

Direct air flow to the left or 
right, up or down

2

Open the vent

3

Close the vent

WARNING

To not interrupt the wind-

shield defogger from operat-

ing

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 defog-

ging.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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