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6-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
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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 wind-
shield 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.
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Outside/recirculated air mode
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When driving on dusty roads such as tunnels or in heavy traffic, press
.
This is effective in preventing outside air from entering the vehicle interior.
During cooling operation, setting the recirculated air mode will also cool the
vehicle interior effectively.
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Outside/recirculated air mode may automatically switch depending on the
temperature setting or the inside temperature.
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Operation of the air conditioning system in Eco drive mode (if equipped)
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In Eco drive mode, the air conditioning system is controlled as follows to pri-
oritize fuel efficiency:
• Engine speed and compressor operation controlled to restrict heating/
cooling capacity
• Fan speed restricted when automatic mode is selected
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To improve air conditioning performance, perform the following operations.
• Adjust the fan speed
• Turn off Eco drive mode
• Adjust the temperature setting
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When the outside temperature falls to nearly 0°C (32°F)
The dehumidification function may not operate even when
is pressed.
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When driving on dusty roads
Close all windows. If dust thrown up by the vehicle is still drawn into the vehi-
cle 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.
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