Toyota 4RUNNER BROCHURE 2011 User manual

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Manual air conditioning system∗
Adjusting the settings
■Basic setting
To turn on the air conditioning system and adjust the fan
speed, turn the fan speed control knob clockwise (increase) or
counterclockwise (decrease).
Turning the knob to “OFF” turns off the fan.
∗: If equipped
Fan speed control knob
Air outlet selector knob
Cooling and dehumidification
function on/off button
Temperature control knob
Outside/recirculated air mode button
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To adjust the temperature setting, turn the temperature control
knob clockwise (warm) or counterclockwise (cool).
If is not pressed, the system will blow ambient temperature
air or heated air.
For quick cooling, turn the temperature control knob to “MAX A/C”.
The air conditioning will automatically turn on and, if an air outlet
position other than or is selected, the system will be
set to recirculated air mode. While “MAX A/C” is selected, it is not
possible to turn off the air conditioning.
To select the air outlets, set the air outlet selector knob to the
desired position.
The positions between the air outlet selections shown below can
also be selected for more delicate adjustment.
Air flows to the upper body.
Air flows to the upper body and
feet.
STEP 2
STEP 3
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Mainly air flows to the feet.
Air flows to the feet and the
windshield defogger operates.
The air intake is automatically
switched to outside air mode.
Pressing to turn the cool-
ing and dehumidification function
on clears the windshield and side
windows faster.
Air flows to the windshield and
side windows.
The air intake is automatically
switched to outside air mode. It is
not possible to return to recircu-
lated air mode when the switch is
on.
Pressing to turn the cool-
ing and dehumidification function
on clears the windshield and side
windows faster.
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■Switching between outside air and recirculated air modes
Press .
The mode switches between outside air mode (introduces air from out-
side the vehicle) (indicator off) and recirculated air mode (recycles air
inside the vehicle) (indicator on) each time the button is pressed.
Adjusting the position of and opening and closing the air outlets
Front center outlets
Direct air flow to the left or
right, up or down.
Turn the knob to open or close
the vent.
Front side outlets
Direct air flow to the left or
right, up or down.
Turn the knob to open or close
the vent.
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Rear outlets
Direct air flow to the left or
right, up or down.
Turn the knob to open or close
the vent.
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■Using the system in recirculated air mode
The windows will fog up more easily if recirculated air mode is used for an
extended period of time.
■Switching between outside air and recirculated air modes
Recirculated air mode or outside air mode may be automatically switched to
in accordance with the outside temperature, etc.
■When the outside temperature exceeds 75°F (24°C) and the air condi-
tioning system is on
●In order to reduce the air conditioning power consumption, the air condi-
tioning system may switch to recirculated air mode automatically. This
may also reduce fuel consumption.
●Recirculated air mode is selected as a default mode when the engine
switch is turned to the “ON” position (vehicles without a smart key sys-
tem) or the “ENGINE START STOP” switch is turned to IGNITION ON
mode (vehicles with a smart key system).
●It is possible to switch to outside air mode at any time by pressing .
■When is selected for the air outlets used
For your driving comfort, air flowing to the feet may be warmer than air flow-
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■When the indicator light on flashes
Press to turn off the cooling and dehumidification function and turn it
on again. There may be a problem in the air conditioning system if the indi-
cator light continues to flash. Turn the air conditioning system off and have it
inspected by your Toyota dealer.
■When outside air temperature is below 32°F (0°C)
The cooling and dehumidification function may not operate even when
is pressed.
■Air conditioning odors
●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.
CAUTION
■To prevent the windshield from fogging up
Do not use during cool air operation in extremely humid weather. The
difference between the temperature of the outside air and that of the wind-
shield can cause the outer surface of the windshield to fog up, blocking your
vision.
NOTICE
■To prevent battery discharge
Do not leave the air conditioning system on longer than necessary when the
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Automatic air conditioning system∗
Air outlets and fan speed are automatically adjusted according to the
temperature setting.
Driver's side temperature control dial
Air outlet display
Driver’s side temperature display
Fan speed display
Passenger’s side
temperature display
Passenger’s side
temperature control dial
Automatic mode button
Air outlet selector buttons
“OFF” button
Cooling and dehumidification function on/off button
Fan speed control button
Windshield defogger
button
Outside/recirculated air mode button
Dual mode button
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Using the automatic air conditioning system
Press .
The air conditioning system begins to operate. Air outlets and fan
speed are automatically adjusted according to the temperature set-
ting.
Turn clockwise to increases the temperature and turn
counterclockwise to decreases the temperature on the
driver’s side.
When is pressed (the indicator on is on) or the pas-
senger’s side temperature control dial is turned, the temperature for
the driver and passenger seats can be adjusted separately.
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Adjusting the settings manually
■Basic setting
To turn on the air conditioning system and adjust the fan
speed, press “>” on to increase the fan speed and
“<” to decrease the fan speed.
Press to turn the fan off.
To adjust the temperature setting, turn clockwise to
increases the temperature and turn counterclockwise
to decreases the temperature.
When is pressed (the indicator on is on) or the pas-
senger’s side temperature control dial is turned, the temperature for
the driver and passenger seats can be adjusted separately.
To change the air outlets, press , , or
.
The air flow shown on the display indicates the following:
Air flows to the upper body.
: May occur in automatic mode
STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 3
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Air flows to the upper body and
feet.
Mainly air flows to the feet.
Air flows to the feet and the
windshield defogger operates.
The air intake is automatically
switched to outside air mode.
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■Switching between outside air and recirculated air modes
Press .
The mode switches between outside air mode (the indicator is off)
and recirculated air mode (the indicator is on) each time the button is
pressed.
Defogging the windshield
Defogging
The air conditioning system oper-
ates automatically.
The air intake is automatically
switched to outside air mode. It is
not possible to return to recircu-
lated air mode when the switch is
on.
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Adjusting the position of and opening and closing the air outlets
Front center outlets
Direct air flow to the left or
right, up or down.
Turn the knob to open or close
the vent.
Front side outlets
Direct air flow to the left or
right, up or down.
Turn the knob to open or close
the vent.
Rear outlets
Direct air flow to the left or
right, up or down.
Turn the knob to open or close
the vent.
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■Using automatic mode
Fan speed is adjusted automatically according to the temperature setting
and ambient conditions. As a result, the following may occur:
●The system may switch automatically to recirculated air mode when the
coolest temperature setting is selected when the ambient temperature is
high.
●Immediately after the switch is pressed, the fan may stop for a while until
warm or cool air is ready to flow.
●Cool air may flow to the area around the upper body when the heater is
on.
■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, the outside temperature, etc.
■When the outside temperature exceeds 75°F (24°C) and the air condi-
tioning system is on
●In order to reduce the air conditioning power consumption, the air condi-
tioning system may switch to recirculated air mode automatically. This
may also reduce fuel consumption.
●Recirculated air mode is selected as a default mode when the engine
switch is turned to the “ON” position (vehicles without a smart key sys-
tem) or the “ENGINE START STOP” switch is turned to IGNITION ON
mode (vehicles with a smart key system).
●It is possible to switch to outside air mode at any time by pressing
.
■Using the system in recirculated air mode
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■Window defogger feature
Recirculated air mode may automatically switch to outside air mode in situa-
tions where the windows need to be defogged.
■When is selected for the air outlets used
For your driving comfort, air flowing to the feet may be warmer than air flow-
ing to the upper body depending on the temperature setting.
■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.
■When outside air temperature is below 32°F (0°C)
The cooling and dehumidification function may not operate even when
is pressed.
■When the indicator light on flashes
Press to turn off the cooling and dehumidification function and turn it
on again. There may be a problem in the air conditioning system if the indi-
cator light continues to flash. Turn the air conditioning system off and have it
inspected by your Toyota dealer.
■Air conditioning odors
●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.

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CAUTION
■To prevent the windshield from fogging up
Do not use during cool air operation in extremely humid weather. The
difference between the temperature of the outside air and that of the wind-
shield can cause the outer surface of the windshield to fog up, blocking your
vision.
NOTICE
■To prevent battery discharge
Do not leave the air conditioning system on longer than necessary when the
engine is stopped.

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Rear window and outside rear view mirror defoggers
Defoggers are used to defog the rear window, and to remove rain-
drops, dew and frost from the outside rear view mirrors.
Before operating the defoggers, make sure the back window is
completely closed. (→P. 101)
Vehicles with a manual air conditioning system
Turns the defoggers on/off
The defoggers will automati-
cally turn off after their opera-
tion time. The operation time
varies depending on the ambi-
ent temperature and vehicle
speed.
Vehicles with an automatic air conditioning system
Turns the defoggers on/off
The defoggers will automati-
cally turn off after their opera-
tion time. The operation time
varies depending on the ambi-
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■The defoggers can be operated when
●Vehicles without a smart key system:
The engine switch is in the “ON” position.
Vehicles with a smart key system:
The “ENGINE START STOP” switch is in IGNITION ON mode.
●The back window is completely closed.
■The outside rear view mirror defoggers
Turning the rear window defogger on will turn the outside rear view mirror
defoggers on.
CAUTION
■When the outside rear view mirror defoggers are on
Do not touch outside surface of the rear view mirrors, as they can become
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Windshield wiper de-icer∗
■The windshield wiper de-icer can be operated when
Vehicles without a smart key system
The engine switch is in the “ON” position.
Vehicles with a smart key system
The “ENGINE START STOP” switch is in IGNITION ON mode.
CAUTION
■When the windshield wiper de-icer is on
Do not touch the lower part of the windshield or the side of the front pillars,
as the surfaces can become very hot and burn you.
∗: If equipped
This feature is used to prevent ice from building up on the wind-
shield and wiper blades.
Turns the windshield wiper de-
icer on/off
The windshield wiper de-icer
will automatically turn off after
approximately 15 minutes.
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