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
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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Windshield defroster switch
The functions for switches other than those operated continue to operate in auto control.
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Power switch (Fan On/Off)
The climate control system turns on or off by pressing the power switch.
Temperature control dial
This dial controls temperature. Turn it clockwise for hot and counterclockwise for cold.
Turn the temperature control dial to adjust the temperature between 15 °C (60 °F) and 29 °C (84 °F).
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When the SYNC switch is on:
Turn the driver temperature control dial to control the temperature throughout the entire cabin.
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When the SYNC switch is off:
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 climate control system changes to the individual operation mode (SYNC switch indicator light turns off) by turning the front passenger temperature control dial even when the SYNC switch is on, which allows individual control of the set temperature for the driver and front passenger.
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When you set the temperature to the lower or upper limit, “Lo” or “Hi” is displayed.
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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.
(Instrument cluster Type A)
Refer to Outside Temperature Display (Search).
(Instrument cluster Type B)
Refer to Outside Temperature Display (Search).
(Instrument cluster Type C)
Refer to Outside Temperature Display (Search).
Fan control switch
The fan has 7 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 windshield defroster switch. -
In the
or position, the air conditioner is automatically turned on and the outside air position is automatically selected to defrost the windshield. In the or position, the outside air position cannot be changed to the recirculated air position.
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.
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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 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. Air within the vehicle is recirculated. Use this position when going through tunnels, driving in congested traffic (high engine exhaust areas), or when quick cooling is desired.
Outside air position (
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Outside air is allowed to enter the cabin. Use this position for ventilation or windshield 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.
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The recirculated air position is the default position whenever the ignition is switched ON, the climate control system is on, and the outside temperature exceeds about 73°F (23℃).
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To exit the default recirculated air position, press the air intake selector switch to select the outside air position.
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When the air intake selector switch is set to the outside air position and the outside temperature exceeds about 73°F (23℃), the climate control system may automatically select the recirculated air position to improve the efficiency of the climate control system.
SYNC (Synchronized Temperature) switch
Use the SYNC switch to change the mode between the individual operation (driver and passenger) and interconnection (simultaneous) modes.
Interconnection mode (indicator light turns on)
The set temperature for the driver and front passenger is controlled simultaneously.
Individual operation mode (indicator light turns off)
The set temperature can be controlled individually for the driver and front passenger.
Windshield defroster switch
Press the switch to defrost the windshield and front door windows.
Refer to Windshield 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).
