Manual air conditioning system* *If equipped Air conditioning controls Temperature control dial Fan speed control dial “ ON/OFF” switch “ A/C” switch Outside/recirculated air mode switch Airflow mode control switch Rear window defogger and outside rear view mirror defoggers switch (if equipped) Windshield defogger switch Adjusting the temperature setting To adjust the temperature setting, turn the temperature control dial clockwise (warm) or counterclockwise (cool). If “ A/C” switch is not pressed, the system will blow ambient temperature air or heated air. Fan speed setting To adjust the fan speed, turn the fan speed control dial clockwise (increase) or counterclockwise (decrease). Press the “ ON/OFF” switch to turn the fan off. Change the airflow mode Operate the air flow mode control switch The airflow mode changes as follows each time the switch is operate. Upper body Upper body and feet Feet Feet and the windshield defogger operates Switching between outside air and recirculated air modes Press the outside/recirculated air mode switch. The mode switches between outside air mode (the indicator is off) and recirculated air mode (the indicator is on) each time the switch is pressed. Set cooling and dehumidification function Press the “ A/C” switch. When the function is on, the indicator illuminates on the “ A/C” switch. Defogger Windshield Defogging the windshield Defoggers are used to defog the windshield and front side windows. Press the windshield defogger switch. Set the outside/recirculated air mode switch to outside air mode if the recirculated air mode is used. 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 illuminates on the windshield defogger switch. Windows Rear window defogger Rear window defogger Outside rear view mirrors Outside rear view mirror defoggers Mirrors Outside rear view mirror defoggers Heaters Outside rear view mirrors Defogger Rear window Defogger Outside rear view mirrors Defogging the rear window and outside rear view mirrors (if equipped) Defoggers are used to defog the rear window, and to remove raindrops, dew and frost from the outside rear view mirrors. Press the rear window and outside rear view mirror defoggers switch. The defoggers will automatically turn off after 15 minutes. (Depending on the surrounding environment and outside temperature, the defogger may continue to operate after 15 minutes have elapsed.) 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. Note: When the outside temperature exceeds 75°F (24°C) and the air conditioning system is on In order to reduce the air conditioning power consumption, the air conditioning 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 engine 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 “ A/C” switch is on will dehumidify the air from the outlets and defog the windshield effectively. If you turn “ A/C” switch is off, the windows 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 recommended in preventing dirty air from entering the vehicle interior and helping to cool the vehicle when the outside air temperature is high. During cooling operation, setting the recirculated air mode will also cool the vehicle interior effectively. When the outside temperature falls to nearly 32°F (0°C) The dehumidification function may not operate even when “ A/C” switch is pressed. 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. Air conditioning filter Air conditioning filter Air conditioning system refrigerant A label regarding the refrigerant of the air conditioning system is attached to the hood at the location shown in the following illustration. The meaning of each symbol on the label are as follows:
Caution
Air conditioning system
Air conditioning system lubricant type
Requires registered technician to service air conditioning system
Flammable refrigerant
Warning: To prevent the windshield from fogging up Do not use the windshield defogger switch 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. When the outside rear view mirror defoggers are operating Do not touch the outside rear view mirror surfaces, as they can become very hot and burn you. Notice: To prevent battery discharge Do not leave the air conditioning system on longer than necessary when the engine is off. Switches Windshield wiper de-icer switch Windshield wiper de-icer (if equipped) This feature is used to prevent ice from building up on the windshield and wiper blades. Press the rear window and outside rear view mirror defoggers switch. The windshield wiper de-icer will automatically turn off after 15 minutes. Turning the rear window and outside rear view mirror defoggers on will turn the windshield wiper deicer on. 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. 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 operations Location of air outlets The air outlets and air volume changes according to the selected air flow mode. : If equipped Adjusting the air flow direction Direct air flow to the left or right, up or down Opening/closing the air outlets Front side Open the vent Close the vent Front center Open the vent Close the vent Warning: To not interrupt the windshield defogger from operating 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.