air conditioning TOYOTA HILUX 2013 (in English) Owner's Manual

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Interior features
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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 the “AUTO” button is pressed.
Fogging up of the windows
The windows will easily fog up when the humidity in the vehicle is high.
Turning the “A/C” button on will dehumidify the air from the outlets and
defog the windshield effectively.
If you turn the “A/C” button off, the windows may fog up more easily.
The windows may fog up if the recirculated air mode is used.
Outside/recirculated air mode
When driving on dusty roads such as tunnels or in heavy traffic, set the
outside/recirculated air mode button to the recirculated air mode. 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.
Outside/recirculated air mode may automatically switch depending on
the temperature setting or the inside temperature.
When the outside temperature falls to nearly 0°C (32°F)
The dehumidification function may not operate even when the “A/C” button
is touched.

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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 AUTO mode.
Air conditioning filter
P. 5 1 1
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
windshield 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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Power heater
: If equipped
Power heater can be operated when
The engine is running.
This feature is used to keep the cabin warm in cold conditions.
Turns the power heater on/off
If you do not turn the switch to
off, the engine speed is
increased whenever the
engine is started.

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Rear window defogger switch
: If equipped
Defoggers are used to defog the rear window, and to remove rain-
drops, dew and frost from the outside rear view mirrors.
Vehicles without automatic air conditioning system
Turns the rear window and
outside rear view mirror defog-
gers on/off
Vehicles with automatic air conditioning system
Turns the rear window and
outside rear view mirror defog-
gers on/off
The defoggers will automati-
cally turn off after approxi-
mately 15 minutes.

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The defoggers can be operated when
The engine switch is in the “ON” position.
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 the outside surface of the rear view mirrors, as they can
become very hot and burn you.

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When using the hands-free system
The audio system is muted when making a call.
If both parties speak at the same time, it may be difficult to hear.
If the received call volume is overly loud, an echo may be heard.
If the Bluetooth
® phone is too close to the system, quality of the sound
may deteriorate and connecting condition may go down.
In the following circumstances, it may be difficult to hear the other party:
• When driving on unpaved roads
• When driving at high speeds
• If a window is open
• If the air conditioning is blowing directly on the microphone
• There is an effect from the network of the cellular phone
Conditions under which the system will not operate
If using a cellular phone that does not support Bluetooth
®
If the cellular phone is turned off
If you are outside service range
If the cellular phone is not connected
If the cellular phone’s battery is low
When outgoing is controlled, due to heavy traffic on telephone lines, etc.
When the cellular phone itself cannot be used
When transferring the phonebook data from the cellular phone

4Maintenance and care
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4-1. Maintenance and care
Cleaning and protecting
the vehicle exterior ......... 466
Cleaning and protecting
the vehicle interior .......... 470
4-2. Maintenance
Maintenance
requirements................... 474
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Do-it-yourself service
precautions ..................... 478
Hood ................................. 482
Engine compartment......... 484
Tires .................................. 501
Tire inflation pressure ....... 505
Wheels .............................. 507
Air conditioning filter ......... 509
Wireless remote control
battery............................. 511
Checking and replacing
fuses ............................... 514
Light bulbs ........................ 530

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Air conditioning filter
The air conditioning filter must be changed regularly to maintain air
conditioning efficiency.
Removal method
Turn the engine switch off.
Open the glove box.
Push in each side of the glove
box to disconnect the claws.
Remove the filter cover.
STEP1
STEP2
STEP3
STEP4

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Checking interval
Inspect and replace the air conditioning filter according to the maintenance
schedule. In dusty areas or areas with heavy traffic flow, early replacement
may be required. (For scheduled maintenance information, please refer to
the “Toyota Service Booklet” or “Toyota Warranty Booklet”.)
If air flow from the vents decreases dramatically
The filter may be clogged. Check the filter and replace if necessary.
NOTICE
When using the air conditioning system
Make sure that a filter is always installed.
Using the air conditioning system without a filter may cause damage to the
system.
Remove the filter and replace
it with a new one.
The “UP” marks shown on
the filter should be pointing up.
STEP5

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FuseAmpereCircuit
8PWR SEAT30 APower seat
9PTC NO.250 APower heater
10H-LP CLN40 AHeadlight cleaners
11FR HTR50 AAir conditioning system, A/C fuse
12ABS NO.230 AABS, TRC and VSC
13ABS NO.140 AABS, TRC and VSC
14ALT100 A
Charging system, PWR SEAT, H-
LP CLN, FR HTR, AM1, IG1, PTC
NO.1, PTC NO.2, PWR OUT,
STOP, TAIL and OBD fuses
15GLOW80 AEngine glow system
16BATT P/I50 AFOG, HORN and EFI fuses
17AM230 AEngine starter, ST, IGN, INJ and
MET
18MAIN40 AH-LP RH, H-LP LH, H-LP RL and
H-LP LL fuses
19H-LP RL15 ARight-hand headlight (Low)
20H-LP LL15 ALeft-hand headlight (Low)
21H-LP RH15 ARight-hand headlight (High) and
right-hand headlight (Low)
22H-LP LH15 ALeft-hand headlight (High) and left-
hand headlight (Low)
23EFI No.210 A
Multiport fuel injection system/
sequential multiport fuel injection
system