Fully Automatic Type
Climate control information is displayed on the information display.
Information display
Control Switches
AUTO switch
By pressing the AUTO switch the
following functions will be automatically
controlled in accordance with the selected
set temperature:
- Airflow temperature.
- Amount of airflow.
- Selection of airflow mode.
- Outside/Recirculated air selection.
- Air conditioner operation.
NOTE:
AUTO switch indicator light.
- When on, it indicates AUTO operation, and the system will function automatically.
- When off, it indicates the operation of other switches such as the mode selector switch, fan control dial and windshield defroster switch. Other functions will continue to operate automatically.
OFF switch
Pressing the OFF switch shuts off the climate control system.
Temperature control dial
This dial controls temperature. Turn it clockwise for hot and counterclockwise for cold.
- When the DUAL switch is off: Turn the driver temperature control dial to control the temperature.
- When the DUAL switch is on: Turn the driver or front passenger temperature control dial to control the temperature.
NOTE:
The 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.
Fan control dial
The fan has seven speeds. The selected speed will be displayed.
Mode selector switch
The desired airflow mode can be selected.
NOTE:
- 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 a comparably lower
air temperature will flow through the
central, left and right vents.
- To set the air vent to ,
press the
windshield defroster switch.
- In the position, the air
conditioner is
automatically turned on and the outside air
mode is automatically selected to defrost
the windshield. In the
position, the
outside air mode cannot be changed to the
recirculated air mode.
A/C switch
Pressing the A/C switch while the AUTO switch is turned on will turn off the air conditioning (cooling/dehumidifying functions). The air conditioning can be turned on and off by pressing the A/C switch while the fan control dial is on.
NOTE:
- The air conditioning operates when the A/C
switch is pressed even if the fan is off.
- The air conditioner may not function when the outside temperature approaches 0 °C (32 °F). (Indicator light remains on even when system is off.)
Air intake selector
Outside or recirculated air positions can be selected. Press the switch to select outside/recirculated air positions.
Recirculated air position ()
Use this position when going through tunnels, driving in congested traffic (high engine exhaust areas) or when quick cooling is desired.
Outside air position ()
Use this position for normal conditions and defogging.
WARNING:
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 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.
Windshield defroster switch
Press the switch to defrost the windshield and front door windows.
NOTE:
In the position, the air
conditioner is
automatically turned on and the outside air
mode is automatically selected to defrost the
windshield. In the position,
the outside air
mode cannot be changed to the recirculated
air mode.
Operation of Automatic Air Conditioning
1. Press the AUTO switch. Selection of the airflow mode, air intake selector and amount of airflow will be automatically controlled.
2. Use the temperature control dial to select a desired temperature.
Press the DUAL switch or turn the front passenger temperature control dial to control the set temperature individually for the driver and front passenger.
To turn off the system, press the OFF switch.
NOTE:
- Setting the temperature to the maximum
high or low will not provide the desired
temperature at a faster rate.
- When selecting heat, the system will restrict airflow until it has warmed to prevent cold air from blowing out of the vents.
Windshield Defrosting and Defogging
Press the windshield defroster switch.
In this position, the outside air position is automatically selected, and the air conditioner automatically turns on. The air conditioner will directly dehumidify the air to the front windshield and side windows. Airflow amount will be increased.
WARNING:
Set the temperature control to the hot
or warm position when defogging (
position):
Using the position with the
temperature control set to the cold
position is dangerous as it will cause
the outside of the windshield to fog
up. Your vision will be hampered,
which could lead to a serious
accident.
NOTE:
Use the temperature control dial to increase
the air flow temperature and defog the
windshield more quickly.
Sunlight/Temperature Sensor
The fully automatic air conditioner function measures inside and outside temperatures, and sunlight. It then sets temperatures inside the passenger compartment accordingly.
CAUTION:
Do not obstruct either sensor,
otherwise the automatic air
conditioner will not operate properly.
See also:
Front Seats (Manually Operated Seats)
WARNING:
Do not modify or replace the front
seats:
Modifying or replacing the front seats
such as replacing the upholstery or
loosening any bolts is dangerous. The
front seats contain air bag
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Rear Window Defroster
The rear window defroster clears frost,
fog, and thin ice from the rear window.
The ignition must be switched ON.
Press the switch to turn on the rear
window defroster. The rear window
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