Toyota 2011 Tundra, Owner'S Manual

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3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
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n Using the automatic mode
Fan speed is adjusted automatically in accordance with the temperature set-
ting and ambient conditions. As a result, the following may occur.
l Immediately after the switch is pressed, the fan may stop for a while until
warm or cool air is ready to flow.
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Cool air may flow to the area around the upper body when the heater is
on.
n Using the system in recirculated air mode
The windows will fog up more easily if the recirculated air mode is used for
an extended period.
n Switching between outside air and recirculated air modes
Recirculated air mode or outside air mode may be automatically switched to
in accordance with the temperature setting and the inside temperature.
n Window defogger feature
Recirculated air mode may automatically switch to (outside air) mode
in situations where the windows need to be defogged.
n When outside temperature approaches 32
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The air conditioning system may not operate even when is pressed.
n When the indicator on flashes
Press and turn off the air conditioning system before turning it on
once more. There may be a problem in the air conditioning system if the indi-
cator continues to flash. Turn the air conditioning system off and have it
inspected by your Toyota dealer.
n Air conditioning odors
l 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.
l 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.