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3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
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Operation of the air conditioning system in Eco drive mode
In Eco drive mode, the air conditioning system is controlled as follows to pri-
oritize fuel efficiency:
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Heating/cooling capacity is restricted.
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Outside/recirculated air mode may automatically switch depending on
the temperature setting or the inside temperature.
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Fan speed restricted when automatic mode is selected
To improve air conditioning performance, perform the following operations:
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Adjust the fan speed or the temperature setting
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Turn off Eco drive mode
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Using automatic mode
Fan speed is adjusted automatically 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
is pressed.
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Fogging up of the windows
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The windows will easily fog up when the humidity in the vehicle is high.
Turning
on will dehumidify the air from the outlets and defog the
windshield effectively.
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If you turn
off, the windows may fog up more easily.
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The windows may fog up if the recirculated air mode is used.
Summary of Contents for 2013 Prius c
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