TOYOTA 4RUNNER 2019 Owners Manual (in English)

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Interior features5
4RUNNER (U)5-1. Using the air
conditioning system
and defogger
Manual air conditioning system............................. 282
Automatic air conditioning system............................. 288
Seat heaters/ seat ventilators ................ 295
5-2. Using the interior lights Interior lights list ................ 297
• Interior lights ................. 298
• Personal lights .............. 298
5-3. Using the storage features
List of storage features ..... 300
• Glove box...................... 301
• Console box .................. 301
• Cup holders .................. 302
• Auxiliary box ................. 304
• Coin holder/tissue pocket/
pen holder ..................... 305
• Bottle holders ................ 306
Luggage compartment features ........................... 307 5-4. Other interior features
Other interior features ....... 312
• Sun visors ..................... 312
• Vanity mirrors................ 312
• Clock ............................. 313
• Outside temperature display........................... 314
• Power outlets (120 V AC) .................... 315
• Power outlets ................ 320
• Armrest ......................... 322
• Assist grips ................... 323
Garage door opener.......... 324
Safety Connect ................. 331

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5-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
■Adjusting the temperature setting
To adjust the temperature setting, turn clockwise (warm) or
counterclockwise (cool).
If is not pressed, the system will blow ambient temperature air o r
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 outl et position
other than or is selected, the system will be set to recircu-
lated air mode. While “MAX A/C” is selected, it is not possible to turn off
the air conditioning.
Manual air conditioning system
: If equipped
Air conditioning controls

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Fan speed setting
To adjust the fan speed, turn clockwise (increase) or coun-
terclockwise (decrease).
Turning the knob to “OFF” turns off the fan.
■
Change the airflow mode
To select the air outlets, set to the desired position.
The positions between the air outlet selections shown below can also be
selected for more delicate adjustment.
■
Other functions
● Switching between outside a ir and recirculated air modes
● Defogging the windshield ( P. 2 8 4 )
● Defogging the rear window and outside rear view mirrors
(  P. 284)
● Windshield wiper de-icer (if equipped) ( P. 2 8 4 )
■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 (re cycles air
inside the vehicle) (indicator on) each time the button is pressed.
Other functions

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Defogging the windshield
Defoggers are used to defog the windshield and front side win-
dows.
Set the air outlet selec
tor dial to position.
If the recirculated air mode is used, it will automatically swi tch to outside
air mode.
To defog the windshield and the side windows early, increase th e air
flow and temperature.
If the dehumidification functi on is not operating, press to
operate the dehumidif ication function.
■Defogging the rear window and outside rear view mirrors
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. 150)
Press
The defoggers will automatically turn off after their operation time. The
operation time varies depending on the ambient temperature and vehi-
cle speed.
■
Windshield wiper de -icer (if equipped)
This feature is used to prevent ice from building up on the win d-
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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Location of a
ir outlets
The air outlets and air volume
changes according to the
selected airflow mode.
■Adjusting the position of and opening and closing the air out-
lets
Air outlets
Front center outletsFront side outlets
Rear outlets
Direct air flow to the le ft or right, up or down.
Turn the knob to open o r close the vent.
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■Fogging up of the windows
●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.
● If you turn 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 out-
side/recirculated air mode to the recirculated air mode. This i s effective in
preventing outside air from entering the vehicle interior. Duri ng cooling opera-
tion, setting the recirculated air mode will also cool the vehi cle interior effec-
tively.
■ When the outside temperature exceeds 75°F (24°C) and the air co ndition-
ing system is on
● In order to reduce the air conditioning power consumption, the air condition-
ing 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 en gine switch
is turned to the “ON” position (vehicles without a smart key system) or the
engine switch is turned to IGNITION ON mode (vehicles with a sm art key
system).
● It is possible to switch to outside air mode at any time by pre ssing
.
■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 indicator
light continues to flash. Turn the air conditioning system off and have it
inspected by your Toyota dealer.

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When the outside tempera ture falls to nearly 32F (0 C)
The dehumidification function may not operate even when is pre ssed.
■ Ventilation and air conditioning odors
●To let fresh air in, set the air conditioning system to the out side air mode.
● During use, various odors from inside and outside the vehicle m ay enter into
and accumulate in the air conditioning system. This may then ca use odor to
be emitted from the vents.
● To reduce potential odors from occurring:
It is recommended that the air conditioning system be set to ou tside 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 weathe r.
The difference between the temperature of the outside air and t hat of the
windshield can cause the outer surface of the windshield to fog up, block-
ing your vision.
■ To prevent burns
● Do not touch the rear view mirror surfaces when the outside rear view mir-
ror defoggers are on.
● 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 battery discharge
Do not leave the air conditioning system on longer than necessa ry when the
engine is stopped.
● 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.

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Adjusting the temperature setting
To adjust the temperature setting, turn clockwise to
increases the temperature and turn counterclockwise to
decreases the temperature.
If is not pressed, the system will blow ambient temperature ai
r or
heated air.
■
Fan speed setting
To adjust the fan speed, press “ ” on to increase the fan
speed and “ ” to decrease the fan speed.
Press to turn the fan off.
Automatic air conditioning system
: If equipped
Air outlets and fan speed are automatically adjusted according
to the temperature setting.
Air conditioning controls

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Change the airflow mode
To change the air outlets, press , , or .
■Other functions
●
Switching between outside air and recirculated air modes
(  P. 290)
● Defogging the windshield ( P. 2 9 0 )
● Defogging the rear window and outside rear view mirrors
(  P. 290)
● Windshield wiper de-icer (if equipped) ( P. 2 9 1 )
Press .
The air conditioning system begins to operate. Air outlets and fan speed
are automatically adjusted according to the temperature setting .
Adjust the temperature setting.
To stop the operation, press .
■Automatic mode indicator
If the fan speed setting or air flow modes are operated, the au to-
matic mode indicator goes off. However, automatic mode for func -
tions other than that o perated is maintained.
■Adjusting the temperature for driver and passenger seats sep-
arately (“DUAL” mode)
Perform the following procedures to turn on the “DUAL” mode:
●Press .
● Adjust the passenger’s side temperature setting.
The indicator comes on when the “DUAL” mode is on.
While in “DUAL” mode, the temperature of the rear air outlets i s
set at the right-hand side temperature setting.
Using automatic mode
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Switching between outside air
and recirculated air modes
Press .
The mode switches between outside air mode (the indicator is of f) and
recirculated air mode (the indicator is on) each time the butto n is
pressed.
■
Defogging the windshield
Defoggers are used to defog the windshield and front side win-
dows.
Press .
The dehumidification function operates and fan speed increases.
Set the outside/recirculated air mode button to the outside air mode if
the recirculated air mode is used. (It may switch automatically .)
To defog the windshield and the side windows early, turn the ai r flow and
temperature up.
To return to the previous mode, press again when the windshiel d
is defogged.
■
Defogging the rear window and outside rear view mirrors
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. 150)
Press
The defoggers will automatically turn off after their operation time. The
operation time varies depending on the ambient temperature and vehi-
cle speed.
Other functions