air conditioning TOYOTA xB 2013 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 .................. 140
Windshield wipers and washer .............................. 143
Rear window wiper and washer .............................. 146
2-4. Using other driving systems Cruise control ...................... 148
Driving assist systems ........ 152
2-5. Driving information Cargo and luggage ............. 157
Vehicle load limits ............... 162
Winter driving tips ............... 163
Trailer towing ...................... 168
Dinghy towing (automatic transmission) .................... 169
Dinghy towing (manual transmission) .................... 170
3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
Air conditioning system ....... 174
Rear window and outside rear view mirror
defoggers .......................... 180 3-2. Using the audio system
Using the AUX port/USB port ................................... 181
Using the steering wheel audio switches.................. 182
Using the microphone ........ 183
3-3. Using the interior lights Interior lights list ................. 184
• Interior light ...................... 185
• Personal lights.................. 185
3-4. Using the storage features List of storage features ....... 187
• Glove box ......................... 188
• Console box ..................... 189
• Cup holders ...................... 190
• Auxiliary box ..................... 192
• Bottle holders ................... 193
3-5. Other interior features Sun visors........................... 194
Vanity mirrors ..................... 195
Clock .................................. 196
Outside temperature display .............................. 197
Power outlet ....................... 198
Coat hooks ......................... 199
Assist grips ......................... 200
Floor mat ............................ 201
Luggage compartment features ............................ 203
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4-1. Maintenance and careCleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior ........... 206
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior ............ 209
4-2. Maintenance Maintenance requirements .................... 212
General maintenance ......... 214
Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M)
programs .......................... 218
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Do-it-yourself service precautions ...................... 219
Hood................................... 222
Positioning a floor jack ....... 224
Engine compartment .......... 226
Tires ................................... 240
Tire inflation pressure......... 248
Wheels ............................... 252
Air conditioning filter ........... 255
Wireless remote control battery .............................. 258
Checking and replacing fuses ................................ 262
Light bulbs .......................... 272 5-1. Essential information
Emergency flashers ............ 284
If your vehicle needs to be towed ........................... 285
If you think something is wrong ............................ 292
Fuel pump shut off system .............................. 293
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency If a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer
sounds... .......................... 294
If you have a flat tire ........... 307
If the engine will not start .................................. 321
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P (automatic
transmission) .................... 322
If you lose your keys ........... 323
If the vehicle battery is discharged ........................ 324
If your vehicle overheats..... 328
If the vehicle becomes stuck ................................. 331
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an
emergency ........................ 333
4Maintenance and care5When trouble arises

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Rear window defogger switch P. 180Air conditioning system
P. 174
Emergency flasher switch P. 284
: If equipped

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3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
Air conditioning system ........................... 174
Rear window and outside rear view mirror
defoggers ....................... 180
3-2. Using the audio system Using the AUX port/USB port................................. 181
Using the steering wheel audio switches ............... 182
Using the microphone ...... 183 3-3. Using the interior lights
Interior lights list ............... 184
• Interior light .................... 185
• Personal lights ............... 185
3-4. Using the storage features List of storage features .... 187
• Glove box....................... 188
• Console box ................... 189
• Cup holders ................... 190
• Auxiliary box .................. 192
• Bottle holders ................. 193
3-5. Other interior features Sun visors ........................ 194
Vanity mirrors ................... 195
Clock ................................ 196
Outside temperature display............................ 197
Power outlet ..................... 198
Coat hooks ....................... 199
Assist grips....................... 200
Floor mat .......................... 201
Luggage compartment features .......................... 203

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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 below 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.
Air flows to the feet.

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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 when the switch is
on.
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 when the switch is
on.
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.

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Adjusting the position of the air outlets
Direct air flow to the left or right,
up or down.
When defrosting the side win-
dows, face the right and left side
outlets toward them.
Opening and closing the air outlets Open the vent.
Close the vent.