air conditioning TOYOTA tC 2016 Owners Manual (in English)

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 as well as other interior 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 windshield wipers
Headlight switch .................. 199
Windshield wipers and washer .............................. 204
Rear window wiper and washer .............................. 208
2-4. Using other driving systems Cruise control ...................... 211
Driving assist systems ........ 215
2-5. Driving information Cargo and luggage ............. 220
Vehicle load limits ............... 225
Winter driving tips ............... 226
Trailer towing ...................... 232
Dinghy towing (automatic transmission) .................... 233
Dinghy towing (manual transmission) .................... 234
3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
Air conditioning system ....... 238
Rear window and outside rear view mirror defogger
switch ................................ 245 3-2. Using the audio system
Using the AUX port/USB port........................... 247
Using the steering wheel audio switches.................. 248
Using the microphone ........ 249
3-3. Using the interior lights Interior lights list ................. 250
• Interior lights..................... 251
3-4. Using the storage features List of storage features ....... 253
• Glove box ......................... 254
• Console box ..................... 255
• Auxiliary box ..................... 256
• Cup holders ...................... 256
• Bottle holders ................... 257
3-5. Other interior features Sun visors........................... 258
Vanity mirrors ..................... 259
Clock .................................. 260
Power outlet ....................... 261
Seat heaters ....................... 262
Sunshades ......................... 264
Assist grips ......................... 266
Floor mat ............................ 267
Luggage compartment features ............................ 269
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4-1. Maintenance and careCleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior ........... 274
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior ............ 278
4-2. Maintenance Maintenance requirements .................... 281
General maintenance ......... 284
Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M)
programs .......................... 288
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Do-it-yourself service precautions ...................... 289
Hood................................... 294
Positioning a floor jack ....... 296
Engine compartment .......... 298
Tires ................................... 314
Tire inflation pressure......... 325
Wheels ............................... 329
Air conditioning filter ........... 332
Wireless remote control/ electronic key battery ....... 335
Checking and replacing fuses ................. 341
Light bulbs .......................... 352 5-1. Essential information
Emergency flashers ............ 364
If your vehicle needs to be towed ........................... 365
If you think something is wrong ............................ 374
Fuel pump shut off system .............................. 375
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency If a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer
sounds... .......................... 376
If you have a flat tire ........... 394
If the engine will not start .................................. 408
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P (automatic
transmission) .................... 411
If you lose your keys ........... 412
If the electronic key does not operate properly ......... 413
If the vehicle battery is discharged .................... 417
If your vehicle overheats..... 421
If the vehicle becomes stuck ................................. 424
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an
emergency ........................ 426
4Maintenance and care5When trouble arises

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Air conditioning system P. 238
Rear window and outside rear view mirror
defogger switch
P. 245
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Instrument panelPictorial index

Interior features3
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3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
Air conditioning system .... 238
Rear window and outside rear view mirror
defogger switch.............. 245
3-2. Using the audio system Using the AUX port/USB port ........................ 247
Using the steering wheel audio switches ............... 248
Using the microphone ...... 249 3-3. Using the interior lights
Interior lights list ............... 250
• Interior lights .................. 251
3-4. Using the storage features List of storage features .... 253
• Glove box....................... 254
• Console box ................... 255
• Auxiliary box .................. 256
• Cup holders ................... 256
• Bottle holders ................. 257
3-5. Other interior features Sun visors ........................ 258
Vanity mirrors ................... 259
Clock ................................ 260
Power outlet ..................... 261
Seat heaters..................... 262
Sunshades ....................... 264
Assist grips....................... 266
Floor mat .......................... 267
Luggage compartment features .......................... 269

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Air conditioning system
Fan speed control knob
Air outlet selector knob
Outside/recirculated air mode button Cooling and dehumidification
function on/off buttonTemperature control knob

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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 “0” turns off the fan.
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.
To select the air outlets, set th e air outlet selector knob to the
desired position.
The positions between the air outlet selections shown in the follow-
ing illustrations can also be selected for more delicate adjustment.
STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 3

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Air flows to the upper body.
Air flows to the upper body and
feet.
: Canada only
Air flows mainly to the feet.
: Canada only

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Air flows to the feet and the
windshield defogger operates.
The air intake is automatically
switched to outside air mode. It is
not possible to return to recircu-
lated air mode even by pressing
.
Pressing to turn the cooling
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 even by pressing
.
Pressing to turn the cooling
and dehumidification function on
clears the windshield and side
windows faster.
■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.
: Canada only

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Adjusting the position of the air outlets
Center outlets Direct air flow to the left or right,
up or down.
Left side outlets Direct air flow to the left or right,
up or down.
Right side outlets Direct air flow to the left or right,
up or down.