Automatic air conditioning system

Air outlets and fan speed are automatically adjusted according to the temperature setting.

Air conditioning controls

Eco air conditioning mode

ALL AUTO (ECO) switch (ALL AUTO (ECO) control)

“ OFF” switch

Outside/recirculated air mode switch

“ A/C” switch

Front seat concentrated airflow mode (S-FLOW) switch

Windshield wiper de-icer switch (if equipped)

“ SYNC” switch

Right-hand side temperature control switch

Airflow mode control switch

Fan speed control switch

Left-hand side temperature control switch

Rear window and outside rear view mirror defogger switch

Windshield defogger switch

Adjusting the temperature setting

Operate the temperature control switch upwards to increase the temperature and downwards to decrease the temperature.

If “ A/C” is not pressed, the system will blow ambient temperature air or heated air.

Setting the fan speed

Operate the fan speed control switch upwards to increase the fan speed and downwards to decrease the fan speed.

Press the “ OFF” switch to turn off the fan.

Change the airflow mode

Operate the airflow mode control switch upwards or downwards.

The mode changes as follows each time the switch is operated.

Air flows to the upper body.

Air flows to the upper body and feet.

Air flows to the feet.

Air flows to the 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.

Windshield defogger

Switches Windshield defogger 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. (It may switch automatically.)

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

Switches Rear window and outside rear view mirror defoggers switch

Side mirrors Outside rear view mirror defoggers

Side mirrors Heaters

Rear window defogger

Outside rear view mirrors Outside rear view mirror defoggers

Mirrors Outside rear view mirror defoggers

Heaters Outside rear view mirrors

Defogger Outside rear view mirrors

Defogger Rear window Defogging the rear window and outside rear view mirrors

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 defogger switch.

The defoggers will automatically turn off after a period of time.

Windshield wiper de-icer (if equipped)

This feature is used to prevent ice from building up on the windshield and wiper blades.

Press the windshield wiper de-icer switch.

The indicator comes on when the windshield wiper de-icer is on.

The windshield wiper de-icer will automatically turn off after a period of time.

Note:

Fogging up of the windows

The windows will easily fog up when the humidity in the vehicle is high. Turning “ A/C” switch on will dehumidify the air from the outlets and defog the windshield effectively.

If you turn “ A/C” switch 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.

Outside/recirculated air mode may automatically switch depending on the temperature setting or the inside temperature.

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 electricity consumption.

Recirculated air mode is selected as a default mode when the power 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.

When the outside temperature falls to nearly 32°F (0°C)

The dehumidification function may not operate even when “ A/C” switch is pressed.

Operation of the air conditioning system in the eco air conditioning mode

In the eco air conditioning mode, the air conditioning system is controlled as follows to prioritize power consumption efficiency:

EV system and compressor operation controlled to restrict heating/cooling capacity

Fan speed restricted when automatic mode is selected

The eco air conditioning mode can be turned on and off using the air conditioning control switch. (Air conditioning controls)

To improve air conditioning performance, perform the following operations:

Adjust the fan speed

Turn off eco air conditioning mode (Air conditioning controls)

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.

The start timing of the blower may be delayed for a short period of time immediately after the air conditioning system is started in automatic mode.

When parking, the system automatically switches to outside air mode to encourage better air circulation throughout the vehicle, helping to reduce odors that occur when starting the vehicle.

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

Noise from air conditioning system

Approximately 90 seconds after the power switch turned to OFF, you may hear sound coming from air conditioning system. This is the sound of a air conditioning system initialize and, it does not indicate a malfunction.

Customization

Some functions can be customized.(Customizable features: Automatic air conditioning system)

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.

To prevent burns

Do not touch the rear view mirror surfaces when the outside rear view mirror defoggers are on.

Vehicles with windshield wiper de-icer: Do not touch the glass at lower part of the windshield or to the side of the front pillars when the windshield wiper de-icer is on.

Notice:

To prevent 12-volt battery discharge

Do not leave the air conditioning system on longer than necessary when the EV system is off.

When repairing/replacing parts of the air conditioning system

Have repair/replacement performed by your Toyota dealer. When a part of the air conditioning system, such as the evaporator, is to be replaced, it must be replaced with a new one.

Using automatic mode

Press the ALL AUTO (ECO) switch. (ALL AUTO (ECO) control)

The dehumidification function begins to operate. Air outlets and fan speed are automatically adjusted according to the temperature setting and humidity.

Adjust the temperature setting.

To stop the operation, press the “ OFF” switch.

If the fan speed setting or air flow modes are operated, the automatic mode indicator goes off. However, automatic mode for functions other than that operated is maintained.

Note:

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 the automatic mode switch is pressed.

“SYNC” mode

A/C “SYNC”mode

Air conditioning system “SYNC” mode

Automatic air conditioning system “SYNC” mode Adjusting the temperature for driver and front passenger seats separately (“ SYNC” mode)

To turn on the “ SYNC” mode, perform any of the following procedures:

Press the “ SYNC” mode switch.

Adjust the front passenger’s side temperature setting.

The indicator comes on when the “ SYNC” mode is on.

Air outlet layout and operations

Location of air outlets

The air outlets and air volume change according to the selected air flow mode.

Adjusting the air flow direction and opening/closing the air outlets

Front

Direct air flow to the left or right, up or down

Move the knob fully to the outside to close the vent.

Direct air flow to the left or right, up or down

Move the knob fully downward to close the vent.

Rear

Direct air flow to the left or right, up or down

Turn the knob to open or 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.

Front seat concentrated airflow mode (S-FLOW)

Automatic air conditioning system Front seat concentrated airflow mode (S-FLOW)

Air conditioning system Front seat concentrated airflow mode (S-FLOW)

A/C Front seat concentrated airflow mode (S-FLOW) Front seat concentrated airflow mode (S-FLOW)

This function automatically controls the air conditioning airflow so that priority is given to the front seats. Unnecessary air conditioning is suppressed, contributing to increased electricity consumption efficiency.

Front seat concentrated airflow mode operates in the following situations.

No passengers are detected in the rear seats

The windshield defogger is not operating

While operating, illuminates.

Manually turning front seat concentrated airflow mode on/off

In front seat concentrated airflow mode, directing airflow to the front seats only and to all seats can be switched via switch operation. When the mode has been switched manually, automatic airflow control stops operating.

Press on the air conditioning operation panel and switch the airflow.

Indicator illuminated: Airflow to the front seats only

Indicator off: Airflow to all the seats

Note:

Operation of automatic airflow control

In order to maintain a comfortable interior, airflow may be directed to seats without passengers immediately after the EV system is started and at other times depending on the outside temperature.

After the EV system is started, if passengers move around inside or enter/exit the vehicle, the system cannot accurately detect the presence of passengers and automatic airflow control will not operate.

Operation of manual airflow control

Even if the function is manually switched to directing airflow to only the front seats, when a rear seat is occupied, it may automatically direct airflow to all seats.

To return to automatic airflow control

With the indicator off, turn the power switch off.

After 60 minutes or more elapse, turn the power switch to ON.