air conditioning TOYOTA 4RUNNER 2013 N280 / 5.G Owners Manual

TABLE OF CONTENTS
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1Before drivingAdjusting and operating features such as door locks,
mirrors, and steering column.
2When drivingDriving, stopping and safe-driving information.
3Interior
featuresAir conditioning and audio systems, as well as other in-
terior features for a comfortable driving experience.
4Maintenance
and careCleaning and protecting your vehicle, performing do-it-
yourself maintenance, and maintenance information.
5When trouble
arisesWhat to do if the vehicle needs to be towed, gets a flat
tire, or is involved in an accident.
6Vehicle
specificationsDetailed vehicle information.
7For ownersReporting safety defects for U.S. owners, and seat belt
and SRS airbag instructions for Canadian owners.
IndexAlphabetical listing of information contained in this
manual.

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2-3. Operating the lights and wipers
Headlight switch .................. 203
Fog light switch ................... 209
Windshield wipers and washer .............................. 211
Rear window wiper and washer .............................. 214
2-4. Using other driving systems Cruise control ...................... 217
Intuitive parking assist......... 221
Rear view monitor system .............................. 226
Four-wheel drive system (part-time 4WD models).... 236
Four-wheel drive system (full-time 4WD models) ..... 241
Active traction control system .............................. 245
AUTO LSD system.............. 247
Rear differential lock system .............................. 250
Downhill assist control system .............................. 253
Crawl Control ...................... 256
Multi-terrain Select .............. 260
Driving assist systems ........ 268
2-5. Driving information Off-road precautions ........... 277
Cargo and luggage ............. 282
Vehicle load limits ............... 288
Winter driving tips ............... 290
Trailer towing ...................... 295
Dinghy towing ..................... 313 3-1. Using the air conditioning
system and defogger
Manual air conditioning system .............................. 316
Automatic air conditioning system .............................. 322
Rear window and outside rear view
mirror defoggers ............... 331
Windshield wiper de-icer .... 333
3-2. Using the audio system Audio system types ............ 334
Using the radio ................... 341
Using the CD player ........... 348
Playing MP3 and WMA discs ................................. 357
Operating an iPod .............. 365
Operating a USB memory ............................ 372
Optimal use of the audio system .............................. 379
Using the AUX port............. 384
Using the steering wheel audio switches.................. 385
Detachable pole antenna ............................ 388
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4-1. Maintenance and careCleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior............ 508
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior............. 511
4-2. Maintenance Maintenance requirements ..................... 514
General maintenance.......... 517
Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M)
programs........................... 521
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Do-it-yourself service precautions ....................... 522
Hood ................................... 525
Engine compartment ........... 526
Tires .................................... 542
Tire inflation pressure ......... 548
Wheels ................................ 552
Air conditioning filter............ 555
Wireless remote control/ electronic key battery ........ 557
Checking and replacing fuses ................................. 560
Light bulbs........................... 570 5-1. Essential information
Emergency flashers............ 582
If your vehicle needs to be towed........................... 583
If you think something is wrong ............................... 589
Fuel pump shut off system .............................. 590
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer
sounds.............................. 591
If you have a flat tire ........... 607
If the engine will not start.... 620
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ................... 622
If you lose your keys........... 623
If you cannot operate back door opener ...................... 624
If the electronic key does not operate properly ......... 625
If the vehicle battery is discharged........................ 627
If your vehicle overheats .... 631
If the vehicle becomes stuck ................................. 634
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an
emergency ....................... 635
4Maintenance and care5When trouble arises

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CTHPIAS061
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CTHPIAS060Security indicator
light
P. 113, 116
Front passenger “AIR BAG ON” and
“AIR BAG OFF” indicator
P. 136
: If equipped
*1: Refer to “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.
*2: Refer to “Display Audio System Owner’s Manual”.
Vehicles with a manual air conditioning system
Vehicles with an automatic air conditioning system Rear window and outside rear
view mirror defoggers
P. 331
Security indicator
light
P. 113, 116
Front passenger “AIR BAG ON” and
“AIR BAG OFF” indicator
P. 136
Rear window and outside rear
view mirror defoggers
P. 331
Intuitive parking assist
indicator light
 P. 221
Intuitive parking assist
indicator light
 P. 221
Front passenger’s seat belt
reminder light
P. 595
Front passenger’s seat belt
reminder light
P. 595

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3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
Manual air conditioning system ........................... 316
Automatic air conditioning system ........................... 322
Rear window and outside rear view
mirror defoggers ............ 331
Windshield wiper de-icer ............................ 333
3-2. Using the audio system Audio system types .......... 334
Using the radio ................. 341
Using the CD player ......... 348
Playing MP3 and WMA discs............................... 357
Operating an iPod ............ 365
Operating a USB memory .......................... 372
Optimal use of the audio system .................. 379
Using the AUX port .......... 384
Using the steering wheel audio switches ............... 385
Detachable pole antenna .......................... 388
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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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4RUNNER_UTo adjust the temperature setting, turn the temperature control
knob clockwise (warm) or countercloc
kwise (cool).
If is not pressed, the system will blow ambient temperature
air or heated air.
For quick cooling, turn the temper ature 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 th e 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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4RUNNER_U 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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4RUNNER_URear 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 exceed s 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
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■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.