heater TOYOTA AVENSIS 2014 (in English) User Guide

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Vehicles without power heater
Vehicles with windshield wiper de-icer
Vehicles without windshield wiper de-icer
The above illustration is for a left-hand drive vehicle. The button
positions are reversed for right-hand drive vehicles.
Driver’s side temperature
setting display
Driver’s side
temperature
control
Off
Fan speed
Airflow display Windshield
defoggerOutside air or
recirculated air mode
Fan speed
displayPassenger’s side
temperature setting display
Dual operation
switch
Passenger’s side
temperature control Off
Changes the air
outlets usedAir conditioning
ON/OFF switch Automatic mode
A
B

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Using the automatic mode
Fan speed is adjusted automatically in accordance with the temperature set-
ting and ambient conditions. As a result, the following may occur.
Immediately after
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.
Using the system in recirculated air mode
The windows will fog up more easily if the recirculated air mode is used for
an extended period.
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 and the inside temperature.
Window defogger feature
Recirculated air mode may automatically switch to outside air mode in situa-
tions where the windows need to be defogged.
When outside temperature approaches 0°C (32°F)
The air conditioning system may not operate even when
is
pressed.
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 position of the temperature control
dial.

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Manual air conditioning system
: If equipped
Vehicles with power heater
Fan speed display
On/off
Windshield
defogger
Outside air or
recirculated air modeTemperature setting display
Air conditioning
ON/OFF switch
*
Temperature control
Changes the air
outlets used Airflow display Fan speed control

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Vehicles without power heater
Vehicles with windshield wiper de-icer
Vehicles without windshield wiper de-icer
*:This switch is also installed on vehicles that do not have an air
conditioning system. Even though the switch indicator will start to
blink when the button is pressed, no system will operate.
Fan speed display
Off
On/off
Windshield
defogger
Outside air or
recirculated air modeTemperature setting display
Temperature control
Changes the air
outlets used Airflow display Fan speed controlAir conditioning
ON/OFF switch
*
A
B

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Power heater
: If equipped
Power heater can be operated when
The engine is running.
The outside temperature is low.
The engine coolant temperature is low.
Normal characteristics of power heater operation
The following cases do not indicate a malfunction.
When the power heater is turned on or off, some white smoke and a
slight odor may be emitted from the power heater exhaust that is located
under the floor.
When the power heater is being used under extremely cold conditions,
vapor may be visible from its exhaust.
When the power heater is turned off, you may hear a sound in the engine
compartment for about 2 minutes until the power heater turns off com-
pletely.
This feature is used to keep the cab warm in cold conditions.
On/off
The power heater turns on
about 30 seconds after you
press the switch and it takes
about another 55 seconds to
warm up.

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After the heater is off
We recommend not restarting the heater for 10 minutes after you turn it off.
Otherwise, a noise may be heard as the heater ignites.
When refueling your vehicle
The engine must be turned OFF. Turning the engine OFF turns the power
heater off.
CAUTION
To prevent burns or damage on your vehicle
Do not touch the heater or its exhaust
pipe as they are hot. You may burn
yourself.
Keep flammable items such as fuel
away from the heater and its exhaust
pipe. This may cause a fire.

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NOTICE
To prevent damage to your vehicle
Do not turn the heater on and off repeatedly in 5 minute intervals as this
can shorten the life of the heater components. If the engine must be turned
on and off repeatedly within short intervals (such as when the vehicle is
being used for delivery purposes), turn the heater off.
Do not modify or open the heater without consulting any authorized Toyota
dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.
This may cause a heater malfunction or a fire.
Be careful not to splash water or spill liquid directly on the heater or on the
heater fuel pump. This may cause the heater to malfunction.
Keep the intake and exhaust pipes of the heater free from water, snow,
ice, mud, etc. If the pipes become clogged, this can cause the heater to
malfunction.
If you notice anything unusual, such as a fluid leak, smoke or poor opera-
tion, turn off the heater and have your vehicle checked by any authorized
Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped profes-
sional.

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Seat heaters
: If equipped
The seat heaters can be used when
Vehicles with smart entry & start system
The “ENGINE START STOP” switch is in IGNITION ON mode.
Vehicles without smart entry & start system
The engine switch is in the “ON” position.
Left-hand drive vehicles:
For driver’s seat
Right-hand drive vehicles:
For front passenger’s seat
Left-hand drive vehicles:
For front passenger’s seat
Right-hand drive vehicles:
For driver’s seat
On
The indicator light comes on.
Adjusts the seat tempera-
ture
The further you turn the dial
upward, the warmer the seat
becomes.

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CAUTION
Burns
Use caution when seating the following persons in a seat with the seat
heater on to avoid the possibility of burns:
• Babies, small children, the elderly, the sick and the disabled
• Persons with sensitive skin
• Persons who are fatigued
• Persons who have taken alcohol or drugs that induce sleep (sleeping
drugs, cold remedies, etc.)
Do not cover the seat with anything when using the seat heater.
Using the seat heater with a blanket or cushion increases the temperature
of the seat and may lead to overheating.
NOTICE
To prevent seat heater damage
Do not put unevenly weighted objects on the seat and do not stick sharp
objects (needles, nails, etc.) into the seat.
To prevent battery discharge
Turn the switches off when the engine is not running.

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NOTICE
Cleaning detergents
Do not use organic substances such as benzene or gasoline, acidic or
alkaline solutions, dye, bleach or other detergent. Doing so may discolor
the vehicle interior or cause streaks or damage to painted surfaces.
Do not use polish wax or polish cleaner. The instrument panel’s or other
interior part’s painted surface may be damaged.
Preventing damage to leather surfaces
Observe the following precautions to avoid damage to and deterioration of
leather surfaces.
Remove any dust or dirt on leather surfaces immediately.
Do not expose the vehicle to direct sunlight for extended periods of time.
Park the vehicle in the shade, especially during summer.
Do not place items made of vinyl, plastic, or that contain wax on the uphol-
stery, as they may stick to the leather surface if the vehicle interior heats
up significantly.
Water on the floor
Do not wash the vehicle floor with water.
Vehicle systems such as the audio system may be damaged if water comes
into contact with electrical components under the floor of the vehicle, and
may also cause the body to rust.
Cleaning the inside of the rear window or right-side rear quarter win-
dow
Do not use glass cleaner to clean the rear window or right-side rear quar-
ter window (wagon), as this may cause damage to the rear window defog-
ger heater wires or antenna. Use a cloth dampened with lukewarm water
to gently wipe the window clean. Wipe the window in strokes running par-
allel to the heater wires or antenna.
Be careful not to scratch or damage the heater wires or antenna.